1998 CHEVROLET PRIZM keyless

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 vehicle, 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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2-23
2-24 Keys
Door Locks
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
Trunk
Theft
New Vehicle “Break-In”
Ignition Switch
Starting Your Engine
Automatic Transaxle Operation
Manual Transaxle Operation
Parking Brake
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic
Transaxle Only) Parking Over Things That Burn
Engine Exhaust 2-24
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2-39
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2-45 Running
Your Engine While You’re Parked
(Automatic Transaxle)
Windows
Horn
Tilt Column (Option)
Turn Signalhlultifunction Lever
Exterior Lamps
Interior Lamps
Mirrors Storage Compartments
Ashtrays and Lighter
Sun Visors
Sunroof (Option)
Instrument Panel
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from
the inside when this feature
is in use.
If you want to open a rear door when the security lock
is on:
1. Unlock the door from the inside.
2. Then open the door from the outside.
If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults and
older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open
the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and
older children know how these security locks work, and
how to cancel the locks.
To cancel one of these locks:
1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door
from the outside.
2. Slide the lever up.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.
The rear door locks will now work normally.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your
door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and
close the door.
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock
your doors from about
3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m)
away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied
with your vehicle.
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency
subject
to Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Rules and with Industry Canada.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with RSS-210
of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation
of
the device.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization
to use this equipment.
This system has
a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to
30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in
range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry
system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have
to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to
work, try this:
0 Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See the instructions that follow.
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle.
You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.
0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may
be blocking the signal. Take
a few steps to the left
or right, hold
the transmitter higher, and try again.
0 If you’re still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.
Operation
The following functions are available with the remote
keyless entry system:
LOCK: All doors will automatically lock when the
LOCK button on the transmitter is pressed. The
taillamps will flash once, to confirm that the doors
have locked. The interior lamps will stay on for two
seconds after all of the doors are closed. The remote
lock function will not work
if the key is in the ignition.
UNLOCK: The driver’s door will unlock automatically
when the UNLOCK button
on the transmitter is pressed.
The taillamps will flash twice and the interior
lamps will
come on to confirm that the doors have unlocked.
If the
unlock button is pressed again within five seconds, all
remaining doors will unlock. The interior lamps will
stay on for 15 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
If unlock is pressed and no door is opened, the doors
will lock automatically after
30 seconds.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer. Remember
to bring any
remaining transmitters with you when
you go to your
dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must also be matche,d. Once your dealer has coded the
new transmitter, the 'lost transmitter will not unlock your
vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters
matched to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about two years.
You can tell the battery is weak
if the transmitter won't
work
at the normal range in any location. If you have to
get close
to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it's probably time to change the battery.
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.
For battery replacement, use one three volt, type
CR20 1 6, or equivalent battery.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 0 Section 9 Index
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ..... 6-3
AirBag
....................................... 1-21
How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-27
How it Works ................................ 1-24
Location
.................................... 1-24
Readiness Light
......................... 1.23. 2.46
Servicing
................................... 1-29
What Makes
it Inflate .......................... 1-26
What Will You See After it Inflates
............... 1-27
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-26
Aircleaner
............................... 6.16. 6.60
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
................ 6.59. 6.60
Alignment and Balance. Tire
...................... 6-42
Antenna
...................................... 3-17
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-23
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
................ 2.48. 4.7
Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Appearancecare
............................... 6-44
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-52
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-9
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-38
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-6
Automatic Light Control
......................... 2-33
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
....................................... 6-18
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-3
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-38
Operation
................................... 2-14
Park Mechanism Check
........................ 7-41
Starting Your Engine
.......................... 2-13
Backing Up While Driving a Trailer
............... 4-35
Back-up Lamp Bulb Replacement
................. 6-36
Battery
....................................... 6-32
Jump Starting ................................. 5-3
Replacement. Keyless Entry
..................... 2-8
Warnings
................................ 5.3. 5.5
BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-9
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard
...................................... 4-26
Brake Adjustment
.................................. 6-32
Fluid
....................................... 6-28
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-28
Parking
..................................... 2-20
PedalTravel
................................. 6-31
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-32
System Warning Light
......................... 2-47
Trailer
...................................... 4-34
Transaxle Shift Interlock
.................. 2.22. 7.40
Transaxle Shift Interlock Check
.................. 7-40
Wear
....................................... 6-31
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Hood Checking Things Under
......................... 6-9
Latch Operation Check
........................ 7-37
Prop
....................................... 6-10
Release
...................................... 6-9
Ho~
......................................... 2-26
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-22
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-18
Ignition Positions
.............................. 2- 11
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
.................... 7-40
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-38
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-35
Inspections
.................................... 7-42
Brake System
................................ 7-43
Engine Cooling System
........................ 7-42
Exhaustsystem
.............................. 7-42
Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot
.................. 7-42
Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal
................... 7-42
Steering
.................................... 7-42
Suspension
.................................. 7-42
Throttle System
.............................. 7-43
Instrumentpanel
............................... 2-40
Brightness Control
............................ 2-34
Cleaning
.................................... 6- 46
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-55
Optional Cluster
.............................. 2-43
Standard Cluster
.............................. 2-42
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-34
Interior Plastic Components, Cleaning
.............. 6-47
Jack. Tire
............................... 5.24. 5.25
Jump Starting
................................... 5-3 Key
Lock Cylinders Service
..................... 7-39
Keyless Entry System
............................ 2-6
Keys
...................................... 2.2. 2.3
Labels Certification
................................. 4-29
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-53
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-28
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-53
Daytime Running
............................. 2-33
Dome
...................................... 2-34
Exterior
.................................... 2-32
Interior
..................................... 2-34
OnReminder
................................ 2-33
Reading
.................................... 2-35
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-6
Leaving Your Vehicle
with the Engine Running ....... 2-22
Lighter
....................................... 2-38
Lights
Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-23, 2-46
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-48, 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-47
Charging System
............................. 2-46
CheckEngine
................................ 2-49
Cruise
...................................... 2-53
Engine Oil Pressure Light
...................... 2-52
Overdriveoff
................................ 2-53
Rear Window Defogger
........................ 2-53
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-8. 2-45
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-28
Lock-Out Switch
............................... 2-26
Lamps
9-5