2000 CHEVROLET TRACKER Owners Manual

2-40 Automatic Light Control (ALC)
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic light
sensor on top of the instrument panel, so be sure it
is not covered. If it is, the nighttime lights will remain
on continuously.
When it is dark enough outside, your ALC will turn on
your low
-beam headlamps at the normal brightness
along with other lamps such as the taillamps,
sidemarker, park lamps and instrument panel lights.
There is a short delay in the transition between daytime
and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL) and the ALC systems. If the light sensor senses
a reduction in lighting that lasts longer than 5 seconds,
it will activate the nighttime lamps. If you are driving
through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a
tunnel, the ALC will turn on your low
-beam headlamps
at a normal brightness along with the taillamps,
sidemarker, park lamps and the instrument panel lights.
The radio lights will be dimmer.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.
Lamps On Reminder
If you turn the ignition off, remove the key, open the
door and leave the lamps on, a tone will remind you to
turn off your lamps.
Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
The thumbwheel controls
the brightness of your
instrument panel lights.
Rotate the wheel upward
to brighten the lights or
downward to dim them.

2-41 Dome Lamp
The dome lamp has a three-position switch.
OFF: This position is to the left when you are sitting
in the driver's seat. The lamp will stay off even when a
door is opened.
Center: This is the center position. The lamp will come
on when a door is opened. After a door is closed, the
dome lamp will stay on for 15 seconds.
ON: This position is to the right when you are sitting
in the driver's seat. The dome lamp will turn on and stay
on whether or not a door is open.
Battery Rundown Protection
Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature
designed to protect your vehicle's battery.
When the dome lamp is left on and the ignition is turned
off and the key is removed, the battery saver system will
automatically turn the lamp off after about 15 minutes.
This will avoid draining the battery. This system does
not protect against leaving on the headlamps or
parking lamps.
Mirrors
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield.
The mirror is able to move so that you can adjust it up
and down or side to side. The mirror is equipped with
reading lamps and map lamps.
You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving.
Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare. Push the
tab for daytime driving.
Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors
Adjust these mirrors by hand so that you can just
see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a
comfortable driving position.

2-42 Power Remote Control Mirrors
(If Equipped)
The switch to control the
power mirrors is located on
the lower left side of the
instrument panel.
You can only adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch
is in the ON or ACC position.
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right)
to select the mirror you wish to adjust.2. Press the outer part of the pad that matches the
direction you want to move the mirror.
3. Return the selector switch to the center position to
help prevent moving the mirror accidentally.
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.
CAUTION:
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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Storage Compartments
Glove Box
To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you.
Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box.
The glove box has a two
-position detent for opening the
door. Lower the door to the first detent for access to the
glove box. Pull it to the next detent for further access.
Door Storage
Each side door has a storage compartment.
Coinholder
Your instrument panel has a coinholder located to the
left of the steering wheel.
Cupholder
Two cupholders are on the center console next to the
parking brake lever.
Convenience Net (If Equipped)
You may have a convenience net in the rear of your
vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light
clothing, in place during sharp turns or quick stops
and starts.The net is not designed to retain these items during
off
-road use. The net is not for larger, heavier items.
Attach the loops to the hooks located along the sides of
the rear cargo area. You may attach the convenience net
loops to either the forward or the rear hooks.
Lockable Storage Compartment and
Cargo Cover (Option)
If your two-door vehicle has the optional lockable
storage compartment, you can use it to cover and secure
items in the cargo area of your vehicle. The closeout
panel can be removed to allow for extra cargo space.
To remove the close
-out panel, do the following:
1. Remove the two
attaching screws from
each lower corner of
the cargo area.

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2. Release the tension bows on both sides of the
convertible top. See ªConvertible Topº later in this
section for more information.
3. Loosen the lower rear corners of the convertible top.
4. Remove the rear window. See ªRemoving and
Installing Your Rear Windowº later in this section.5. Carefully lift the panel out of the cargo area.
6. Put the screws back into the mounting holes for
storage while the panel is out of the vehicle.
CAUTION:
An improperly stored cargo cover could be
thrown about the vehicle during a collision or
sudden maneuver. You or others could be
injured. If you remove the cover, always store
it outside of the vehicle. When you put it back,
always be sure that it is securely reattached.

2-45 Luggage Carrier (Option)
CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier
-- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and
so forth
-- the wind can catch it as you drive
along. This can cause you to lose control. What
you are carrying could be violently torn off, and
this could cause you or other drivers to have a
collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You
may be able to carry something like this inside.
But, never carry something longer or wider than
the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails attached
to the roof to secure cargo. To install the crossrails,
follow these steps:
1. Turn the screw cover
lock to the unlocked
position and lower
the cover.

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2. Turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen the
mounting attachment so it can fit over the side rails.3. Mount the crossrails onto the side rails and adjust
their position so the cargo can be mounted properly.
Make sure the crossrails are not slanted.

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4. Tighten the screws securely, taking care not
to overtighten them. Then raise and lock the
screw covers.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
Follow these guidelines:

Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not
recommended.

Do not load cargo directly on the roof panel.
If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails
as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the tie downs
provided. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not
tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails
are damaged.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 100 lbs.
(45 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage
your vehicle. When you carry large things,
never let them hang over the rear or the sides
of your vehicle.
Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it
securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main
weight as far forward as possible to keep the load
from shifting.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading
your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity
and loading, see ªLoading Your Vehicleº in the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and
cargo are still securely fastened.