2007 CHEVROLET AVEO service indicator

Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you
have left when the ignition is turned to ON.
When the tank nears empty, the low fuel warning
light will come on. You still have a little fuel
left, but you should get more soon. SeeLow Fuel
Warning Light on page 172for more information.
Here are four things that some owners ask
about. None of these show a problem with your
fuel gage:
•At the service station, the gas pump shuts off
before the gage reads full.
•It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than
the gage indicated. For example, the gage
may have indicated the tank was half full, but
it actually took a little more or less than
half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
•The indicator moves a little when you turn a
corner or speed up.
•The gage goes back to empty when you turn
off the ignition.
Low Fuel Warning Light
This light comes on
when the vehicle is low
on fuel.
The low fuel warning light comes on when there is
approximately 1.7 gallons (6.0 liters) of fuel
remaining in the tank.
To turn the light off, add fuel to the fuel tank. See
Filling the Tank on page 269.
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If the off symbol is not lit on the passenger airbag
status indicator, it means that the right front
passenger’s frontal airbag and side impact airbag
(if equipped) are enabled (may inflate).
{CAUTION:
If the off symbol in the passenger airbag
status indicator does not come on when
you have a rear-facing child restraint
installed in the right front passenger’s seat,
it means that the passenger sensing
system has not turned off the passenger’s
frontal airbag and side airbag (if equipped).
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the right
front passenger’s airbag or airbags inate.
This is because the back of the rear-facing
child restraint would be very close to the
inating airbag or airbags. Do not use a
rear-facing child restraint in the right front
passenger’s seat unless the airbag or
airbags have been turned off.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light in the
instrument panel cluster ever comes on
and stays on, it means that something may
be wrong with the airbag system. If this
ever happens, have the vehicle serviced
promptly, because an adult-size person
sitting in the right front passenger’s seat
may not have the protection of the frontal
airbag and side airbag (if equipped). See
Airbag Readiness Light on page 176for
more on this, including important safety
information.
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The ABS warning light will come on briefly when
you turn the ignition to ON. This is normal. If
the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it
will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Hold Mode Light
If your vehicle has this
feature, this light will
come on when the hold
mode is active.
If the HOLD mode light flashes, have your vehicle
checked. See “Hold Mode” underAutomatic
Transaxle Operation on page 112for additional
information on this feature.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Check Engine Light
Your vehicle has a
computer which
monitors operation of
the fuel, ignition,
and emission control
systems.
This system is called OBD II (On-Board
Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended
to assure that emissions are at acceptable
levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce
a cleaner environment. The Check Engine light
comes on to indicate that there is a problem and
service is required. Malfunctions often will be
indicated by the system before any problem is
apparent. This may prevent more serious damage
to your vehicle. This system is also designed to
assist your service technician in correctly
diagnosing any malfunction.
Notice:If you keep driving your vehicle with
this light on, after awhile, the emission controls
might not work as well, your vehicle’s fuel
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Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers
and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may
be available in your area. General Motors
recommends that you use these gasolines if they
comply with the specifications described earlier.
However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels
containing more than 10% ethanol must not be
used in vehicles that were not designed for
those fuels.
Notice:Your vehicle was not designed for
fuel that contains methanol. Do not use
fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal
parts in the fuel system and also damage
plastic and rubber parts. That damage would
not be covered under your warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions may contain an octane-enhancing
additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you
buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT.General Motors recommends against the use of
such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce
the life of spark plugs and the performance of
the emission control system may be affected. The
malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this
occurs, return to your dealer for service.
Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another country outside the
United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be
hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other
fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel.
Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would
not be covered by your warranty.
To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or
contact a major oil company that does business
in the country where you will be driving.
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Notice:
Using the wrong uid can badly damage
brake system parts. For example, just a
few drops of mineral-based oil, such
as engine oil, in the brake system can
damage brake system parts so badly that
they will have to be replaced. Do not
let someone put in the wrong kind of uid.
If you spill brake uid on your vehicle’s
painted surfaces, the paint nish can
be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake
uid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it
off immediately. SeeWashing Your Vehicle
on page 349.
Brake Wear
Your vehicle has front disc brakes and could have
rear drum brakes or rear disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that
make a high-pitched warning sound when the
brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound can come and go or be heard all
the time your vehicle is moving, except when you
are pushing on the brake pedal firmly.
{CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that
soon the brakes will not work well. That
could lead to an accident. When you hear
the brake wear warning sound, have your
vehicle serviced.
Notice:Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates can cause
a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or
lightly applied. This does not mean something is
wrong with the brakes.
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Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten
wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque
specifications inCapacities and Specifications on
page 368.
If you have rear drum brakes, they do not have
wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake
rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings
inspected immediately. Also, the rear brake drums
should be removed and inspected each time
the tires are removed for rotation or changing.
When you have the front brake pads replaced,
have the rear brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced as
complete axle sets.
SeeBrake System Inspection on page 395.Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does
not return to normal height, or if there is a
rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service might be required.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a moderate brake stop, the
disc brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make
a moderate or heavier stop, then the brakes might
not adjust correctly. If you drive in that way,
then — very carefully — make a few moderate
brake stops about every 1,000 miles (1 600 km),
so the brakes will adjust properly.
If the brake pedal goes down farther than normal,
the rear drum brakes might need adjustment.
Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the
brakes a few times.
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Collision Damage Repair............................. 414
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 344
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 224
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 165
Heater, Engine......................................... 110
Surge Tank Pressure Cap........................ 290
Cooling System........................................... 292
Cruise Control............................................. 141
Cruise Control Light.................................... 171
Cupholder(s)................................................ 127
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 411
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users......................... 406
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 406
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 402
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...... 407
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 419
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 419
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 419
Roadside Assistance Program.................. 408
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 420D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 145
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light....... 171
Defensive Driving........................................ 220
Disc, MP3..........................................207, 211
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 265
Dome Lamp................................................ 147
Door
Ajar Light........................................172, 185
Central Door Unlocking System................. 95
Door Ajar Reminder................................... 95
Locks......................................................... 94
Rear Door Security Locks.......................... 96
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 26
Seat Height Adjuster.................................... 9
Driving
At Night................................................... 234
City.......................................................... 238
Defensive................................................. 220
Drunken................................................... 221
Freeway................................................... 239
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 241
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 235
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 249
Winter...................................................... 243
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Light (cont.)
Door Ajar........................................172, 185
Fog Lamp.......................................170, 185
Highbeam On.......................................... 171
Hold Mode......................................165, 180
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 173
Malfunction Indicator.......................166, 180
Oil Pressure....................................169, 184
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 161
Safety Belt Reminder......................160, 175
Safety Belt Reminder Tone...................... 160
Lights
Exterior Lamps......................................... 144
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 138
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 138
On Reminder........................................... 145
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 249
Lockout Protection......................................... 97
Locks
Central Door Unlocking System................. 95
Door.......................................................... 94
Lockout Protection..................................... 97
Rear Door Security Locks.......................... 96
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled
Maintenance............................................ 384
Loss of Control........................................... 232
Low Fuel Warning Light............................... 173
Lumbar
Manual Controls.......................................... 9M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts.... 369
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 389
At Least Once a Month............................ 389
At Least Once a Year.............................. 390
At Least Twice a Year.............................. 389
Brake System Inspection.......................... 395
Engine Cooling System Inspection........... 395
Exhaust System Inspection...................... 394
Fuel System Inspection............................ 395
How This Section is Organized................ 373
Introduction.............................................. 372
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled
Maintenance......................................... 384
Maintenance Requirements...................... 372
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance
Services............................................... 374
Part B - Owner Checks and Services...... 389
Part C - Periodic Maintenance
Inspections........................................... 394
Part D - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants............................................. 396
Part E - Maintenance Record................... 398
Selecting the Right Schedule................... 375
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance..... 376
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