2002 CHEVROLET TRACKER ignition

2-44 Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the
short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully
functional daytime running lamps are required on all
vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system will make your headlamps come on
at a reduced brightness when the three following
conditions are met:

The ignition is on with the engine running,

the exterior lamps control is off or the parking
lights are on, and

the parking brake is released.When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on
at a reduced brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker and
other lamps won't be on. Your instrument panel won't
be lit up either.
When you move the exterior lamps control to the
headlamp position, your DRL will go off and your
headlamps will come on. The other lamps that
come on with your headlamps will also come on.
When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will
automatically switch from DRL to the regular
headlamps. See ªAutomatic Light Controlº following.
When you turn the exterior lamp control to off, the
regular lamps will go off and your headlamps will
change to the reduced brightness of DRL provided
it is not dark outside. DRL will also come on if only
the parking lamps are being used.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.

2-45 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 headlamps will remain on continuously.
There is a delay in the transition between the daytime
and nighttime operation of the DRL and the ALC
systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead
street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and
ALC systems will only be affected when the light sensor
sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay.
When it is dark enough outside, or you are driving
through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or
a tunnel, the ALC will turn on your low
-beam
headlamps at normal brightness. Along with your
vehicle's headlamps, the taillamps, sidemarker, parking
lamps and the instrument panel lights will also turn on.
The radio lights will dim.
When the vehicle is initially started in darkness with the
parking brake engaged, there is a delay before the ALC
will turn on the lights.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamps when you need them.To disable your vehicle's DRL and ALC functions,
do the following:
1. Before turning the ignition key to ON or START,
set the parking brake.
2. Then turn the ignition key to ON or START.

The ALC will not turn on under any conditions,
even in darkness.

The DRL will not turn on.
The DRL and ALC functions will stay off with the
ignition on, until you release the parking brake.
Once the parking brake is released the DRL will
turn on (if it is daylight) or the ALC will turn on
(if it is dark enough outside).
If you turn the ignition key to ON or START and
then set the parking brake, the DRL will turn off
(in all conditions) and the ALC will remain on (if dark
enough outside). Any other uses of the parking brake
after the engine is turned on will have no effect on the
normal ALC operation.
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.

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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. The lamp will turn off
15 seconds after the last door is closed or when the
ignition key is turned to ON.
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 or optional luggage compartment
lamp is left on, 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, parking lamps or the
map lamps on the mirror.
Mirrors
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield.
The mirror can be adjusted up and down or side to side.
The mirror is also equipped with reading lamps and
map lamps.
The mirror can also be adjusted for day or night driving.
Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare. Push the
tab for daytime driving.

2-48 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.
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 ON or ACC.To adjust the mirrors do the following:
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 four
-way control pad,
located below the selector switch, that coincides with
the direction you want the mirror to go.
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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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
To use the lighter, the ignition key must be in ON or
ACC. Push the lighter in all the way and let go.
When it's ready, it will pop back out by itself.
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
Pull the door to open the ashtray. To remove it, press
down on the tab and pull the ashtray out. To reinstall the
ashtray, push it in until the tab latches.The rear ashtray is on the back of the center console.
Push on the left side of the ashtray. The ashtray will
turn clockwise for usage. To remove the rear ashtray,
press down on the tab and pull it out.
NOTICE:
Don't put papers and other things that burn
into your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other
smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.
You can also swing them to the side. The visors have
extensions to give additional sun blockage.

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Defroster Vent
B. Air Vents
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Instrument Panel Cluster
E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
F. Hazard Button
G. Rear Window Defogger Button (If Equipped)
H. Cruise Control Button (If Equipped)
I. Comfort Controls
J. Rear Window Wiper/Washer Button (If Equipped)
K. CoinholderL. Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped)
M. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel
N. Hood Release
O. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
P. Ignition Switch
Q. Cigarette Lighter/Accessory Power Outlet
R. Power Mode Selector Switch (If Equipped)
S. Shift Lever
T. Ashtray
U. Audio System
V. Vent Shut
-off Thumbwheel

2-69 Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the
air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light
tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system
check includes the air bag modules, and the crash
sensing and diagnostic module. For more information
on the air bag system, see ªAir Bagº in the Index.
This light will come on
when you start your vehicle,
and it will flash for a few
seconds. Then the light
should go out. This means
the system is ready.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the
vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag
system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.
CAUTION:
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you
start your vehicle, it means the air bag system
may not be working properly. The air bags in
your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they
could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle
serviced right away if the air bag readiness light
stays on after you start your vehicle.
The air bag readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the
light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be
ready to warn you if there is a problem.

2-70 Charging System Light
This light will come on
briefly when you turn on the
ignition, but the engine is
not running, as a check to
show you it is working.
Then it should go out when
the engine starts.
If the light stays on or comes on while you are driving,
you may have a problem with the electrical charging
system. It could indicate that you have a loose generator
drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked
right away. Driving while this light is on could drain
your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with this light on, be
certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
Brake System Warning Light
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light
will come on when you set your parking brake. The light
will stay on if your parking brake doesn't release fully.
If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released,
it means you have a brake problem.
Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into
two parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can
still work and stop you. For good braking, though,
you need both parts working well.
If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake
problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.