2016 CHEVROLET CITY EXPRESS CARGO VAN Owners Manual

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9-12 Driving and Operating
weight of the driver, passengers,
and cargo should never exceed
the vehicle's capacity weight.
Certification Label
Label Example
A vehicle-specific Certification
label is attached to the vehicle's
center pillar (B-pillar). The label
shows the size of the vehicle's
original tires and the inflation
pressures needed to obtain the
gross weight capacity of the
vehicle. This is called Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).The GVWR includes the weight
of the vehicle, all occupants,
fuel, and cargo.
The Certification label also tells
you the maximum weights for
the front and rear axles, called
Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR). To find out the actual
loads on the front and rear
axles, you need to go to a weigh
station and weigh the vehicle.
Your dealer can help you with
this. Be sure to spread out the
load equally on both sides of the
center line.
Never exceed the GVWR for the
vehicle, or the GAWR for either
the front or rear axle.
If the vehicle is carrying a heavy
load, it should be spread out.
See
“Steps for Determining
Correct Load Limit” earlier in this
section.
{Warning
Do not load the vehicle any
heavier than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR), or either the
maximum front or rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
This can cause systems to
break and change the way the
vehicle handles. This could
cause loss of control and a
crash. Overloading can also
shorten the life of the vehicle.
Your warranty does not cover
parts or components that fail
because of overloading.
The label will help you decide
how much cargo and installed
equipment your vehicle can
carry.

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Using heavier suspension
components to get added
durability might not change your
weight ratings. Ask your dealer
to help you load your vehicle the
right way.
If you put things inside your
vehicle–like suitcases, tools,
packages, or anything else –
they will go as fast as the
vehicle goes. If you have to stop
or turn quickly, or if there is a
crash, they will keep going.
{Warning
Things inside the vehicle can
strike and injure people in a
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash.
.Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
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Warning (Continued)
far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight
evenly.
.Never stack heavier
things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above
the tops of the seats.
.Do not leave an
unsecured child restraint
in the vehicle.
.Secure loose items in the
vehicle.
.Do not leave a seat folded
down unless needed.
Also, check the tires for proper
inflation pressure. Refer to the Tire
and Loading Information label.
Starting and
Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
{Caution
The vehicle does not need an
elaborate break-in. But it will
perform better in the long run if
you follow these guidelines for the
first 2 000 km (1,200 mi):
.Do not drive at any one
constant speed, fast or slow.
.Avoid quick starts. Avoid
accelerating at full-throttle in
any gear. Do not exceed
4000 rpm.
.Avoid downshifting to brake
or slow the vehicle.
.Avoid making hard stops.
During this time the new
brake linings are not yet
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Caution (Continued)
new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this
breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake
linings.
Following break-in, engine speed
and load can be gradually
increased.
Ignition Positions
The ignition lock is designed so that
the ignition switch cannot be turned
to the LOCK position until the shift
lever is moved to the P (Park)
position.
.When placing the ignition switch
in the LOCK position, make sure
that the shift lever is in the
P (Park) position.
.When removing the key from the
ignition switch (if it is inserted),
make sure that the shift lever is
in the P (Park) position.
When the ignition switch cannot be
placed to the LOCK position:
1. Shift the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
2. Move the ignition switch slightly in the ON direction.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
4. Remove the key if it is inserted in the ignition switch.
{Warning
Turning off the vehicle while
moving may cause loss of power
assist in the brake and steering
systems and disable the airbags.
While driving, only shut the
vehicle off in an emergency.
If the ignition switch is placed to the
LOCK position, the shift lever
cannot be moved from the P (Park)
position.
The shift lever can be moved if the
ignition switch is in the ON position
and the foot brake pedal is
depressed.
There is an OFF position between
the LOCK and ACC positions. The
OFF position is indicated by a “1”on
the key cylinder.

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{Caution
Using a tool to force the key to
turn in the ignition could cause
damage to the switch or break the
key. Use the correct key, make
sure it is all the way in, and turn it
only with your hand. If the key
cannot be turned by hand, see
your dealer.
Ignition Switch Positions
LOCK (0): Normal parking position.
OFF (1): The engine can be turned
off without locking the steering
wheel.
ACC (2): Accessories. This position
activates electrical accessories such
as the radio when the engine is not
running.
ON (3): Normal operating position.
This position turns on the ignition
system and the electrical
accessories. START (4):
This position starts the
engine. As soon as the engine has
started, release the key.
It automatically returns to the ON
position.
Starting the Engine
To place the transmission in the
proper gear:
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
N (Neutral). The engine will not start
in any other position. To restart the
engine when the vehicle is already
moving, use N (Neutral) only.
{Caution
If you add electrical parts or
accessories, you could change
the way the engine operates. Any
resulting damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
See Add-On Electrical Equipment
on page 9-41.
{Caution
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
vehicle is moving. If you do, you
could damage the transmission.
Shift to P (Park) only when the
vehicle is stopped.
Starting Procedure
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). P (Park) is
recommended.
The shift lever cannot be moved
out of P (Park) and into any of
the other gear positions if the
ignition switch is turned to the
OFF position or if the key is
removed from the ignition switch.
The starter is designed not to
operate if the shift lever is in any
of the driving positions.
3. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedalby
placing the ignition switch in the

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START position. Release the
key when the engine starts.
If the engine starts, but fails to
run, repeat the above procedure.
.If the engine is very hard to
start in extremely cold
weather or when restarting,
depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately
1/3 to the floor) and hold it
and then crank the engine.
Release the key and the
accelerator pedal when the
engine starts.
.If the engine is very hard to
start because it is flooded,
depress the accelerator
pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it. Crank the engine
for five to six seconds.
After cranking the engine,
release the accelerator
pedal. Crank the engine with
your foot off the accelerator
pedal by turning the ignition
key to START. Release the
key when the engine starts.If the engine starts, but fails
to run, repeat the above
procedure.
{Caution
Do not operate the starter for
more than 15 seconds at a time.
If the engine does not start, turn
the key off and wait 10 seconds
before cranking again, otherwise
the starter could be damaged.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds after starting.
Do not race the engine while
warming it up. Drive at moderate
speed for a short distance first,
especially in cold weather.
In cold weather, keep the engine
running for a minimum of two to
three minutes before shutting it
off. Starting and stopping the
engine over a short period of
time may make the vehicle more
difficult to start. Note:
Care should be taken to
avoid situations that can lead to
potential battery discharge and
potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of
electronic accessories that
consume battery power when
the engine is not running (Phone
chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only driven short
distances. In these cases, the
battery may need to be charged
to maintain battery health.

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Parking over Things
That Burn
{Warning
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the
vehicle and ignite. Do not park
over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn.
Engine Exhaust
{Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
.The vehicle idles in areas
with poor ventilation (parking
garages, tunnels, deep snow
that may block underbody
airflow or tail pipes).
.The exhaust smells or
sounds strange or different.
.The exhaust system leaks
due to corrosion or damage.
.The vehicle exhaust system
has been modified, damaged,
or improperly repaired.(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.There are holes or openings
in the vehicle body from
damage or aftermarket
modifications that are not
completely sealed.
If unusual fumes are detected or
if it is suspected that exhaust is
coming into the vehicle:
.Drive it only with the windows
completely down.
.Have the vehicle repaired
immediately.
Never park the vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed
area such as a garage or a
building that has no fresh air
ventilation.

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Running the Vehicle
While Parked
It is better not to park with the
engine running.
If the vehicle is left with the engine
running, follow the proper steps to
be sure the vehicle will not move.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 9-17.
Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
{Warning
.Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while
shifting from P (Park) or
N (Neutral) to R (Reverse), D
(Drive) or L (Low). Always
depress the brake pedal until
shifting is completed. Failure
to do so could cause you to
lose control and have an
accident.
.Cold engine idle speed is
high, so use caution when
shifting into a forward or
reverse gear before the
engine has warmed up.
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Warning (Continued)
.Do not downshift abruptly on
slippery roads. This may
cause a loss of control.
.Never shift to P (Park) or
R (Reverse) while the vehicle
is moving. This could cause
an accident.
.Except in an emergency, do
not shift to the N (Neutral)
position while driving.
Coasting with the
transmission in the
N (Neutral) position may
cause serious damage to the
transmission.
{Caution
When stopping the vehicle on an
uphill grade, do not hold the
vehicle by depressing the
accelerator pedal. The foot brake
should be used for this purpose.

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The CVT in your vehicle is
electronically controlled to produce
maximum power and smooth
operation.
The recommended operating
procedures for this transmission are
shown on the following pages.
Follow these procedures for
maximum vehicle performance and
driving enjoyment.
Note:Engine power may be
automatically reduced to protect the
CVT if the engine speed increases
quickly when driving on slippery
roads or while being tested on some
dynamometers.
Starting the Vehicle
1. After starting the engine, fully depress the foot brake pedal
before moving the shift lever out
of the P (Park) position.
2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and move the shift
lever into a driving gear. 3. Release the foot brake, then
gradually start the vehicle in
motion.
4. Stop the vehicle completely before moving the shift lever into
the P (Park) position.
The CVT is designed so the foot
brake pedal MUST be depressed
before shifting from P (Park) to any
drive position while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The shift lever cannot be moved out
of P (Park) and into any of the other
gear positions if the ignition switch
is placed in the LOCK, OFF or ACC
position or if the key is removed.
Shifting
After starting the engine, fully
depress the brake pedal and move
the shift lever from P (Park) to any
of the desired shift positions.
{Warning
Apply the parking brake if the shift
lever is in any position while the
engine is not running. Failure to
do so could cause the vehicle to
move unexpectedly or roll away
and result in serious personal
injury or property damage.