2003 CHEVROLET TRACKER roof

Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-7
Safety Belts
.............................................1-11
Child Restraints
.......................................1-31
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
.........1-54
Restraint System Check
............................1-61
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-8
Windows
.................................................2-12
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-14
Mirrors
....................................................2-34
Storage Areas
.........................................2-35
Sunroof
..................................................2-38
Convertible Top
.......................................2-40
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-2
Climate Controls
......................................3-18
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
.........3-24
Audio System(s)
.......................................3-37Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
........ 4-2
Towing
...................................................4-47
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-4
Checking Things Under the Hood
................. 5-9
Rear Axle
...............................................5-52
Four-Wheel Drive
.....................................5-53
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-55
Tires
......................................................5-59
Appearance Care
.....................................5-79
Vehicle Identi®cation
.................................5-88
Electrical System
......................................5-89
Capacities and Speci®cations
.....................5-93
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
......5-95
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance Information
.................. 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................7-10
Index................................................................ 1
2003 Chevrolet Tracker Owner ManualM

Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-5
Doors and Locks.............................................2-8
Door Locks....................................................2-8
Power Door Locks..........................................2-9
Rear Door Security Locks..............................2-10
Leaving Your Vehicle....................................2-11
Tailgate.......................................................2-11
Windows........................................................2-12
Manual Windows..........................................2-13
Power Windows............................................2-13
Sun Visors...................................................2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-14
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-14
Ignition Positions..........................................2-15
Starting Your Engine.....................................2-16
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-17
Automatic Transmission Operation...................2-19
Manual Transmission Operation......................2-23
Four-Wheel Drive..........................................2-25
Parking Brake..............................................2-27
Shifting Into Park (P).....................................2-28Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-30
Parking Your Vehicle.....................................2-31
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-31
Engine Exhaust............................................2-32
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-32
Mirrors...........................................................2-34
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-34
Outside Manual Mirrors..................................2-34
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-34
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-35
Storage Areas................................................2-35
Glove Box...................................................2-35
Cupholder(s)................................................2-35
Coinholder(s)................................................2-35
Luggage Carrier...........................................2-36
Convenience Net..........................................2-37
Cargo Cover................................................2-38
Sunroof.........................................................2-38
Opening and Closing the Sunroof...................2-38
Convertible Top..............................................2-40
Removing and Installing the Rear Window........2-40
Removing and Installing the Side Window........2-41
Lowering and Raising the Canvas Top.............2-43
Section 2 Features and Controls
2-1

Luggage Carrier
{CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier Ð like paneling, plywood, a mattress
and so forth Ð 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.
If your vehicle is equipped with a luggage carrier,
it has side rails and may be equipped with crossrails
attached to the roof to secure cargo.Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your
luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment.
These are available through your GM dealer.
The crossrails, if equipped, are adjustable, but are only
designed to move a limited amount. The front and
rear crossrails are not interchangeable. If you do remove
the crossrails, make sure to mark them with front or
rear. When replacing the front and rear crossrails,
make sure to but them back in the same position they
came from as the front rail is slightly longer than the
rear rail.
Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail
to move them.
·The front crossrail has limited movement when
traveling rearward.
·The back crossrail has limited movement when
traveling forward.
After adjusting them, make sure both sides of the
crossrails are even, then tighten the slider knobs.
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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.
·Tie the load to the tie down loops at both ends of
the crossrails to keep loads from shifting.
·If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails
as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the tie
downs provided. Do not tie the load so tightly that
the crossrails and side rails are damaged.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that
weighs more than 100 lbs. (45 kg) or hangs over the
rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your
vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as
far forward as possible and against the side
rails, making sure to fasten it securely.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see
Loading Your Vehicle on
page 4-51.
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.
Convenience Net
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 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.
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Cargo Cover
Luggage or other cargo placed in the luggage
compartment can be hidden from view by a luggage
compartment cover, if your vehicle has this feature.
However, the luggage compartment covers are
not designed to support items loaded on top of them,
and should not be used as a shelf.
Use the anchors in the rear of the vehicle to hook the
cargo cover in place.
See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51for more
information.
Sunroof
Opening and Closing the Sunroof
1. Swing your sun visors down.
2. Squeeze the front top bow latch buttons and pull
the latch back.
3. Unhook the latch from the front top bow.
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4. Swing the front top bow up and back while folding
the canvas top as shown. Be sure that you don't
pinch the canvas top between the front top
bow arms and the roof rails.
5. Take out the holding strap from the pocket near
the dome lamp.6. Wrap the holding strap around the canvas top and
snap it to the front top bow retaining strap.
7. Push the front top bow latches down until they click.
8. Swing your sun visors up.
Reverse the steps to close your sunroof. Be sure your
front top bow is latched securely.
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Convertible Top
Your convertible top features a sunroof, a removable
rear window and removable side windows.
Notice:If you lower the top when the vehicle is
moving or drive with any part of the top unfastened
or partially removed, you could damage your
vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Always verify that the top is secure before
driving.
Removing and Installing the
Rear Window
The rear window on your vehicle is removable. This
allows you to open the back opening all the way or
to replace the window if it becomes deteriorated.
To remove the rear window do the following:
1. Open the rear gate all the way.
2. Unfasten the canvas ¯aps at the lower corners of
the rear window to uncover the zipper pull.
3. Unzip the rear window.4. Hang the rear window down so it hangs outside of
the vehicle.
5. Pull the rear window frame bar rearward (see
illustration above). Then slide the bar to the left
to remove the window.
Reverse the steps to install the rear window. Make sure
that all the hook and loop fastener strips and ¯aps
are correctly fastened and overlapped. Make sure that
the window is completely closed before driving.
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Lowering and Raising the
Canvas Top
1. Remove the side windows of the canvas top as
shown previously. Remember to release the
tension in the canvas top support arms ®rst.
2. Open the rear window and hang it down inside
the luggage compartment (or over the top of the
vehicle's trunk).
3. Unfasten the snaps that secure the canvas top to
the roof. The snaps are located on both sides of
the dome lamp. Reattach the snaps which hold the
sunroof canvas in place.4. Unhook the front end of the rear canvas top.
You may want to open the sunroof to gain
easier access to the rear top. Lower the bow
slowly while tucking the canvas into the luggage
compartment, making sure the bows are not
pinching any part of the canvas top. Make sure the
safety belts are not blocked by the folded top.
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