2006 CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 Trunk

{CAUTION:
If a re starts while you are refueling, do not
remove the nozzle. Shut off the ow of fuel by
shutting off the pump or by notifying the
station attendant. Leave the area immediately.
Notice:If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get
the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
If you get the wrong type, it may not t properly.
This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to
light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions
system. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on
page 3-37.
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
{CAUTION:
Never ll a portable fuel container while it is in
your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from
the container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
You can be badly burned and your vehicle
damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to
you and others:
Dispense gasoline only into approved
containers.
Do not ll a container while it is inside a
vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed, or
on any surface other than the ground.
Bring the ll nozzle in contact with the
inside of the ll opening before operating
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained
until the lling is complete.
Do not smoke while pumping gasoline.
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Hatchback Models
For hatchback models, do the following to access the
spare tire and tools:
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate on page 2-10for
more information.
2. Remove the trim cover by pulling up on the tab.
3. Remove the foam tray that contains the tools.
4. Turn the retainer on the compact spare tire
counterclockwise and remove the retainer.
5. Remove the compact spare tire. SeeCompact
Spare Tire on page 5-73for more information.6. Remove the jack by turning the jack retainer,
located on the right side of the jack,
counterclockwise to release it. The jack is located in
the trunk, in front of the compact spare tire.
7. Then remove the jack handle and the wheel
wrench. The jack handle and the wheel wrench are
located inside the foam tray.
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Light (cont.)
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-37
Oil Pressure...............................................3-39
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-31
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-30
Safety Belt Reminder Tone...........................3-30
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS)
Warning Light..........................................3-35
TCS Warning Light......................................3-36
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning..........3-36
Trunk Ajar..................................................3-42
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-28
Lockout Protection..........................................2-10
Locks
Central Door Unlocking System....................... 2-8
Door ........................................................... 2-7
Lockout Protection.......................................2-10
Power Door .................................................. 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks............................... 2-9
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance........6-13
Loss of Control...............................................4-13
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-43
Lumbar
Manual Controls............................................ 1-4M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts............5-89
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-18
At Least Once a Month................................6-18
At Least Once a Year..................................6-19
At Least Twice a Year..................................6-18
Brake System Inspection..............................6-23
Engine Cooling System Inspection.................6-23
Exhaust System Inspection...........................6-22
Fuel System Inspection................................6-22
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-3
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance.....6-13
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services.............6-18
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections......6-22
PartD-Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-24
PartE-Maintenance Record........................6-26
Selecting the Right Schedule.......................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance............. 6-6
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Throttle System Inspection...............................6-23
Tilt Adjuster, Driver Seat.................................... 1-4
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-9
Time .............................................................3-21
Tires.............................................................5-50
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..........................5-78
Buying New Tires........................................5-59
Chains.......................................................5-63
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-64
Cleaning....................................................5-79
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-73
Different Size..............................................5-60
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-63
Inflation - Tire Pressure................................5-56
Inspection and Rotation................................5-57
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-69
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-69
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-66
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-73
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-51
Tire Terminology and Definitions....................5-53
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-60
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-61
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-62
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-58Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-34
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-35
Your Vehicle...............................................4-33
Traction
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-9
Control System Warning Light.......................3-36
Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-19
Fluid, Manual..............................................5-19
Transaxle Operation, Automatic.........................2-20
Transaxle Operation, Manual............................2-24
Trip Odometer................................................3-29
Trunk Ajar Light..............................................3-42
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.........................3-10
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-9
U
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-74
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-60
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