1997 CHEVROLET CAMARO remote control

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine a Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you
if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
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2-32 Keys
Door Locks
Remote Keyless Entry
Hatch
Theft Vehicle and Content Theft-DeterrentIAlarm
System
PASS-Key@
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Feature Customization
New Vehicle “Break-In”
Ignition Positions
Starting Your Engine
Engine Coolant Heater
Automatic Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission
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2-5 2
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2-5
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2-60
2-6
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2-77 Parking Brake
Parking Over Things That Burn
Engine Exhaust
Windows
Tilt Steering Wheel
Turn Signalhlultifunction Lever
Lamps
Mirrors Storage Compartments
Ashtray and Lighter
Sun Visors
Accessory Plug
Convertible Top
Instrument Panel
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NOTICE:
When replacing the battery, use care not to touch
any
of the circuitry. Static from your body
transferred to these surfaces may damage
the transmitter.
To replace the battery in the Remote Keyless
Entry transmitter:
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4.
5.
Carefully pry off the cover by inserting a dime (or
similar object) in a slot between the covers and twist.
Lift
off the back cover.
Remove and replace the battery. Use one battery,
type CR2032, or a similar type. Put the new battery
in, printed side down.
Replace the front cover. Make sure the cover is on
tightly
so water won’t get in.
Check the transmitter operation. If the transmitter
does not work after battery replacement, it may need
to be resynchronized
or matched to your vehicle. See
“Resychronization” in the Index.
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It can be dangerous to drive with the hatch open
because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into
your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO.
It can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the hatch open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass through the seal between the body and
the hatch:
Make sure all windows are shut.
Thrn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to
its highest speed with the setting
on VENT. That will force outside
air into
your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls” in
the Index.
instrument panel, open them all the
way.
If you have air outlets on or under the
See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Hatch Release
Your door key opens the hatch. If your vehicle has the
Vehicle and Content Theft-DeterrentlAlarm System and
it is armed, use the transmitter, not the key to open the
hatch or the alarm will sound.
Remote Hatch Release (If Equipped)
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Press the switch under the main lamp control to unlock
the hatch from inside your vehicle.
If you have an
automatic transmission, your shift lever must be in
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL
(N) to use the switch. If you
have a manual transmission and the ignition switch is
in RUN, you must set the parking brake before you can
use
the switch.
The switch
only works when the ignition switch is in
RUN or
ACC, or when RAP is present. (See “Retained
Accessory Power”
in the Index.)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To program features, your vehicle must be in the
programming mode. Follow these steps:
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Put your key in the ignition.
Turn the ignition to the
RUN position to disarm the
Vehicle and Content Theft-DeterrentlAlarm System.
Turn the ignition to the
OFF position.
Remove
the RADIO fuse. This fuse is in the main
fuse block, located on the left side
of your
instrument panel. When the main fuse block is open,
the RADIO fuse is located in the lower right hand
corner of the fuse panel. See “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers’’ in the Index.
Turn the ignition
to the ACC position.
You should hear a chime to verify that the system is
in programming mode, If the chime sounds once,
you will be able to program Exit Lighting, Delayed
Illumination, Last
Door Closed Locking and Lockout
Prevention only. If the chime sounds twice and your
vehicle is equipped with the Vehicle and Content
Theft-Deterrent System,
you will also be able to set
Remote Keyless Entry Verification, Arming Method,
Arming Verification, Driver’s Door Delay and Shock
Sensor Enable.
Exit Lighting and Delayed Illumination
Exit Lighting: Your interior lights will come on for up
to 25 seconds when the key is removed from the
ignition switch.
Delayed Illumination: Your interior lights will come
on
and stay on for up to 25 seconds when entering the vehicle
and for up
to five seconds when leaving your vehicle.
Your vehicle comes with both features enabled. (Mode 4)
To change the factory setting, do the following:
1. Turn the courtesy la~nps on by turning the instrument
panel brightness control knob all the way up.
2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number
of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is
set for.
3. Turn the courtesy lamp switch to OFF.
4. Turn the courtesy lamp switch from ON to OFF until
you hear the number of chimes that correspond to the
mode selection you want.
Mode 1: Both Off
Mode 2: Delayed Illumination Only
Mode 3: Exit Lighting Only
Mode 4: Both On
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
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This switch controls the brightness of your
instrument panel lights. Turn
the switch upward to
brighten or down
to dim the lights. If you turn the
switch all the way
up, your courtesy lamps will
come on.
Courtesy Lamps
When any door is opened, several interior lamps go on.
These lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easier for
you to enter and leave your vehicle.
Courtesy lamps include the dome lamp and other lamps
throughout the interior of your vehicle.
To prevent battery rundown, your interior lamps will be
disabled about
10 minutes after the ignition is turned to
the
OFF position. The 10 minute timer will be restarted
if you do any of the following:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Open either door.
3. Press any button on your Remote Keyless
Entry transmitter.
4. Turn the interior lamp switch from OFF to ON.
5. Open the hatch.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Manual Remote Control Mirror
Adjust the driver’s side outside mirror with the lever on
the door. Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the
side
of your vehicle when you are sitting in a
comfortable driving position.
Power Remote Control Mirror
(If Equipped) Convex Outside Mirror
Your
passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved
so you can see more from the
driver’s seat.
The power mirror control is on the driver’s door.
To adjust either mirror, turn the switch to left (L) or
right
(R). Then use the control to adjust the mirror.
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A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit
a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A. Air Vents
B. Main Light Control
C. Instrument Cluster
D. Fog Lamp Switch (If Equipped)
E. Acceleration Slip Regulation
(ASR) Switch or
Second Gear Start Switch (If Equipped)
E Audio System
G. Comfort Controls
H. Glove Box
I. Cupholders
J. Parking Brake Lever
K. Storage Console
L. Shift
Lever
M. Convertible Top Switch
(If Equipped)
N. Rear Window Defogger Switch
0. Horn
P. Remote Hatch Release
Q. Cigarette Lighter
R. Ashtray
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Main Fuse Block ~
FUSE USAGE CHART
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GAGES AIR BAG CIGAR/ACCY DEFOGEEATS
IGN PCM IGN WlPERlWASH BATT WINDOWS
IP DIMMER ACCY RADIO
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Fuse
STOPMAZARD
TURN
B-U
PCM BATT
RADIO ACCY
Usage
Hazard Flasher, Brake Switch
Assembly
Traction ControV2nd Gear Start
Switch, Back-up
Lamp Switch,
Turn Flasher, Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) Module
Powertrain Control Module
(PCM), Fuel Pump Relay
Delco Audyssey Radio Amplifier
Remote CD player (trunk)
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