2005 CHEVROLET SSR ECU

Engine Cover
Your vehicle has a removable engine cover.
To remove the engine cover do the following:
1. Remove the engine cover insert if your vehicle
has one. See “Engine Cover Insert” following for
instructions.
2. Unscrew the four bolts from the engine and lift off
the cover.
3. To reinstall the engine cover, reverse the steps.
Engine Cover Insert
Your vehicle may have an
engine cover insert.
The engine cover insert must be removed to access the
bolts that secure the engine cover to the vehicle.
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Adding Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®
coolant mixtureto the coolant surge tank,but be
careful not to spill it.
{CAUTION:
Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam
and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you
badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure
cap — even a little — when the engine and
radiator are hot.
{CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine.
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Notice:If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,
coolant loss and possible engine damage may
occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly
secured.
Engine Overheating
You will nd a coolant temperature gage on your
vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gage on page 3-32.
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Taillamps
To replace a taillamp bulb, do the following:
1. Reach underneath the rear of the vehicle.
2. Find the bulb socket, twist counterclockwise, and
remove it from the lamp assembly.3. Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a
new bulb.
4. Reinstall the socket into the lamp assembly and
turn it clockwise to secure.
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Back-Up Lamps
To replace a back-up lamp bulb, do the following:
1. Reach underneath the vehicle near the license plate
and nd the bulb socket.
2. Remove the socket from the lamp assembly by
locating and then squeezing the release tab
while turning the socket counterclockwise.3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and then pull
outward to remove it from the socket.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket by lining up the
notches on the bulb and turn it clockwise to
secure it.
5. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly
on the vehicle.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-up Lamps 2057
Headlamps
High-Beam 9005HB3
Low-Beam H11
Parking Lamps T20
Sidemarker Lamps 194
Taillamps 3157
Turn Signal Lamps T20
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your
dealer.
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Tire Sealant
The kit contains a liquid sealant that when injected into
a at tire, may temporarily repair nail holes or cuts
in the tread area of the tire. The tire sealant cannot
repair tire damage caused while driving on a at tire or
a tire that has had a “blow out” or a tire that has
punctures in the sidewall areas. The tire sealant solution
is a one-time use application for one tire only. Check
the tire sealant expiration date; the sealant may not be
as effective beyond the expiration date. The tire
sealant can be peeled off easily after drying.
Using Tire Sealant
To apply the tire sealant, do the following:
1. Turn the valve cap on the tire valve
counterclockwise to remove it.
2. Remove the valve core using the valve core tool
provided in the tire inator kit. An extra valve
core is also provided in the kit.
3. Shake the bottle to make sure the sealant is
well mixed.4. Attach the tire sealant lling hose to the bottle
of tire sealant to pierce the seal on the bottle.
5. Remove the sealing plug from the end of the
lling hose and insert the end of the hose over
the tire valve.
6. Hold the bottle upside down over the tire valve
and squeeze the sealant into the tire until the
bottle is empty.
7. Remove the sealant lling hose from the tire valve
and reinstall the sealing plug.
8. Insert the valve core back into the tire valve.
Turn the valve core tool clockwise to secure
the valve core.
Once the tire sealant is applied, you can use the
compressor to inate the tire. SeeAir Compressor on
page 5-70for instructions.
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Relay Center
There is a relay center located in the area where the
convertible top is stored when it is open. To access the
relay center, do the following:
1. Open the convertible top until the roof tonneau and
the boot cover panel are upright so that you can
reach into the convertible top storage area as
shown. SeeLowering the Convertible Top on
page 2-53for more information.2. Locate the water-tight box that houses the relay
center and remove the four nuts that secure the
cover to the backside of the passenger
compartment.
3. Press in the tabs on the sides of the cover and lift
to remove the cover.
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Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not
covered by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Dealer Locator Service
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.
However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representative:
Your name, home address, and home
telephone number.
Telephone number of your location.
Location of the vehicle.
Model, year, color, and license plate number.
Mileage, Vehicle Identication Number (VIN),
and delivery date of the vehicle.
Description of the problem.While we hope you never have the occasion to use
our service, it is added security while traveling for
you and your family. Remember, we are only a
phone call away. Chevrolet Roadside Assistance:
1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-234-8872), text telephone
(TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438.
Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or
reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in
Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive
in frequency or type of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the
coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notication.
Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive
roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere
in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the
Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book.
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Child Restraints (cont.)
Older Children.............................................1-19
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-32
Securing a Child Restraint in the Passenger
Seat Position...........................................1-34
Top Strap...................................................1-28
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-29
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-19
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-79
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-78
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-74
Finish Care.................................................5-78
Glass Surfaces............................................5-76
Instrument Panel.........................................5-76
Interior Plastic Components...........................5-76
Leather......................................................5-76
Tires..........................................................5-80
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-81
Vinyl..........................................................5-76
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-77
Weatherstrips..............................................5-77
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-79
Climate Control System...................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-22
Clutch, Hydraulic.............................................5-25Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-13
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Convertible Top..............................................2-51
Lowering the Convertible Top........................2-53
Raising the Convertible Top..........................2-54
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-32
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-28
Cooling System..............................................5-30
Cruise Control Lever......................................... 3-9
Cruise Control Light........................................3-37
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-35
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-8
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program............... 7-6
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors........................................7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government..............................7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.........................7-11
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-12
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