2006 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO check engine

(h)Change automatic transaxle uid and lter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer perform
this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for
what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap, and ller neck. Pressure test the
cooling system and pressure cap.
(j)Check throttle system for interference or binding
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as needed. Replace any components that have high
effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or
cruise control cables.
(k)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a
problem. Have the system inspected and repaired
and the uid level checked. Add uid if needed.
(m)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(n)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks,
or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary.Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability, and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you
with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-17for further
details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
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Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 5-26for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the
windshield washer uid reservoir and add the proper
uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they
are inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-54for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-74.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway
drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service
notication. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary,
rotate the tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-66.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. SeeParking Brake on page 2-25.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle
should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If
the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your
GM Goodwrench
®dealer for service.
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Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control
System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level
surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking Brake
on page 2-25.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do
not start the engine. Without applying the regular
brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P)
with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out
of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer
for service.
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition to OFF in each shift lever position.
The ignition should turn to OFF only when the shift
lever is in PARK (P).
The key should come out only in OFF.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
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Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle
Park (P) Mechanism Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in
case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle begin
to move.Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N),
slowly remove foot pressure from the regular
brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the
parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then
release the parking brake followed by the regular
brake.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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Audio System(s).............................................3-59
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-83
Backglass Antenna......................................3-85
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-84
Care of Your CDs ........................................3-84
Radio with CD....................................3-62, 3-67
Setting the Time..................................3-60, 3-61
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-82
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-83
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-85
Automatic Door Lock.......................................2-10
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid..........................................................5-23
Operation...................................................2-22
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................3-85
Battery..........................................................5-42
Run-Down Protection...................................3-17
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-21
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-7
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Parking......................................................2-25
System Warning Light..................................3-31
Brakes..........................................................5-40
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-18
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-47
Back-Up Lamps...........................................5-51
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-47
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-47
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps..................................5-48
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-51
Taillamps, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps......5-50
Buying New Tires...........................................5-68
C
Calibration.....................................................3-45
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-3
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-100
Carbon Monoxide...................2-11, 2-28, 4-24, 4-36
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-88
Your CD Player...........................................3-84
Your CDs ...................................................3-84
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-39
Chains, Tire...................................................5-73
Charging System Light....................................3-30
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-34
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
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D
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp
System......................................................3-14
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Delayed Entry Lighting.....................................3-16
Delayed Exit Lighting.......................................3-16
Delayed Headlamps........................................3-14
DIC Compass.................................................3-45
Displacement on Demand™ (DoD™).................2-21
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-4
Dome Lamp ...................................................3-15
Door
Automatic Door Lock....................................2-10
Locks.......................................................... 2-9
Power Door Locks.......................................2-10
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock............2-11
Driver
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-17
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................3-39
DIC Operation and Displays..........................3-40
DIC Vehicle Customization............................3-53
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-46
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-16
City ...........................................................4-19
Defensive..................................................... 4-2Driving (cont.)
Drunken....................................................... 4-3
Freeway.....................................................4-20
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-22
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-17
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................4-29
Winter........................................................4-24
E
Easy Entry Seat............................................... 1-8
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-94
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-95
Headlamp Wiring.........................................5-94
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-95
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-94
Underhood Fuse Block.................................5-97
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-94
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-22
Battery.......................................................5-42
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-34
Coolant......................................................5-26
Coolant Heater............................................2-20
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-33
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O
Odometer......................................................3-26
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-13
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-17
Pressure Light.............................................3-37
Oil, Engine Oil Life System..............................5-20
Older Children, Restraints................................1-29
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual...............2-32
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-22
Outlet(s), Accessory Power...............................3-17
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-32
Heated Mirrors............................................2-32
Power Mirrors.............................................2-31
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode..........................................5-31
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-8
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Paint, Damage...............................................5-91
Parade Dimming.............................................3-17
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-26
Shifting Out of............................................2-27
Parking
Brake........................................................2-25
Over Things That Burn.................................2-28
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator.....................3-28
Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-23
Passenger Sensing System..............................1-62
Passing.........................................................4-13
PASS-Key
®III+..............................................2-16
PASS-Key®III+ Operation................................2-16
Power
Accessory Outlet(s)......................................3-17
Door Locks.................................................2-10
Electrical System.........................................5-94
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-19
Seat............................................................ 1-2
Steering Fluid.............................................5-38
Windows....................................................2-14
Pressure Cap.................................................5-28
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-28
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock...............2-11
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Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-15
R
Radios..........................................................3-59
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-84
Care of Your CDs ........................................3-84
Radio with CD....................................3-62, 3-67
Setting the Time..................................3-60, 3-61
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-82
Understanding Reception..............................3-83
Reading Lamps..............................................3-17
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-26
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................2-39
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-24
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming..................2-30
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®.....................................................2-31
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...........................2-30
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-30
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-34
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-77
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-76
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-51
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-14
General Motors...........................................7-14
United States Government............................7-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-69
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-70
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-19
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-24
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-29
Running the Engine While Parked.....................2-29
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