Chevrolet 1993 Camaro Owner's Manual

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How to Use This Manual Tou will also find a red circle with a lash through it in this book. This safety ymbol means “Don’t, ” “Don’t do lis,”

Features & Controls

Instrument Panel 1. Upper Air Vent 2. Main Light Control 3. Side Upper Air Vent 4. Instrument Cluster 5. Comfort Controls 6. Audio System 7. Side W

Features & Controls Instrument Panel and Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running.

Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. To set the trip

Features & Controls Fuel Gage ... 100 Your fuel page shows about how much fuel is in your tank. The fuel gage works only when the ignit

I This light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on

Features 8t Controls f I I . ’ 102 If the light stays on or comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the key off. Then

Voltmeter You can read battery voltage on your voltmeter. If it reads less than 1 I volts or more than 16 volts while your engine is running, and

Features & Controls It you keep driving your vehicle with this fight on, after a while emission controls won’t work well, your fuel econom

Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving

I Vehicle Symbok These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:

Notes

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.* ... L In this part you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Chevrolet . Be sure

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Comfort Controls 1 1 7 4 .110 With this system, you can control the heating and ventilation in your Ch

Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. 1. Turn the air control knob to . 2. Turn the fan contr

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, you can still direct outside

MAX: Provides maximum cooling or quick cool-down on very hot days. This setting recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle. If it is used fo

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems (OPTION) The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the ri

Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will

How to Use This Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Windshield Wiper W

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems I Setting the Clock noise is almost undetectable AM/FM Stereo with Cassette Tape until it is too late. Your he

AMIFM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player To Play the Radio Turn the upper knob to turn the system on or off. Volume Turn the upper knob to a

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can preset up to 14 stations

I Adjusting the Speakers To Play a Cassette Tape Balance: Turn the balance control behind tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on the upper kno

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Automatic Program Search When you push APS you can go to the beginning of a new selection. 0 To go forward

Deico/Bose AM/FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player To Play the Radio Turn the upper knob to turn the system on oi off. Volume Turn the upper

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems ... 122 Setting the Tone Bass: Press BASS A or BASS to hear more or less bass. Treble: Press TREB A or TREB v

Recall Press RCL to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing. The track number also appea

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems To Stop the Disc Player 0 0 Turn the power off or turn the ignition key off. The disc stays in the player an

You are now ready to enter your security code. Don’t wait more than 15 seconds between steps. 5. Press SET and “000” will appear on the display

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Comfort Controls & Audio Systems mm. 126 4. Press SCAN and hold until the first digit of your code appears. Release the button. 5. Press SE

4. Press the lower knob.“000” will appear on the display. digit of your code appears. Release the button. 6. Press SEEK 4 or and hold until t

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems AM Stereo This means the Delco@ system can receive C-QUAM@ stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the c

I Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and

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Part 4 Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions . We’ve also included many o

Your Driving and the Road A Road Sigpts The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It’s a good idea to know these

V YIELD ST0 PI1 E HOS Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell you something, too. An OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means STOP. It is alwa

Your Driving and the Road KEEP LEFT OR RIGHT TURN RIGHT THROUGH ONLY RECTANGULAR (square or oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, gi

REVERSIBLE LANE ON ROADWAY MULTI-LANE Many city roads and expressways, and 2ven bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A

How to Use This Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Windshield Wiper W

Your Driving and the Road 136 Slowing down: If time allows, tap the brake pedal once or twice in advance of slowing or stopping. This warns the dr

?edestrians can be careless. Watch for hem. In general, you must give way to Jedestrians even if you know you have .he right of way. Xear-end

Your Driving and the Road ... 138 In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. Over 25,000 motor vehicle-r

DRlNKlNa THAT Wlll RESULT IN A BAC OF .O6% IN THE TIME SHOWN I 3 HOURS T 1 ... 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 BODY WEIGHT IN POUNDS The law in most U

Your Driving and the Road I , I ... 140 There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows t

Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception ti

Your Driving and the Road I CAUTION: - A 66. nlulllg YVUl UlaKGS Cdn Cause them to overheat to the point that they won’t work well. You might no

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Chevrolet has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. I This light on the instrument pa

Your Driving and the Road I Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps ou

Disc Brake Wear Indicators Unless you have the four-wheel disc brake option, your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Dis

Part 1 . Seats & Safety Belts I Here YOU’II find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and how to use your safety belts properly .

Your Driving and the Road Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid

the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there’s no trac

Your Driving and the Road Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a

I Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder (A) while you’re driving.

Your Driving and the Road So here are some tips for passing: 0 0 “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situatio

If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someone isn’t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass t

Your Driving and the Road The three types of skids correspond to your Chevrolet’s three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels ar

Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol or drugs

Your Driving and the Road But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glare from headlights, but they also make

When you follow another vehicle on a freeway or highway, use low beams. True, most vehicles now have day/night mirrors that enable the driver

Seats & Safety Belts I 1 i . 12 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats - how to adjust them, and also about reclining f

Your Driving and the Road .I. 156 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a

Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can hap

Your Driving and the Road Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle.

sometimes they can be waiting for you as you come over a hill or dip into a shallow valley. Start your windshield wipers and washer, to help clear

Your Driving and the Road City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch

Freeway Driving Mile for mile. freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. B

Your Driving and the Road Just before you leave the lane,’ glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your “

Driving a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made on freeways, there are still many made on regular highways. Long-distance driv

Your Driving and the Road m.. 164 0 Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to av

What can you do about highway hypnosis'? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is well v

You can lose control of the h vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement cou

Your Driving and the Road Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing dow

Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb th

Your Driving and the Road Parking on Hills Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery. But please be careful where you stop if you decide to

If you’re going uphill on a one-way street and you’re parking on the left side, your wheels should point to the right. If there is no c

Your Driving and the Road Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Chevrolet in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine

What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble

Your Driving and the Road If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probabl

Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the

Your Driving and the Road I NOTICE: AAtnage your vehicle and result i~ jtly repairs not covered by you. warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, fol

Consider using a sway control. You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls, Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) you

Seats 8t Safety Belts II A Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be - dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety

Your Driving and the Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the

Here are some rules to follow: 0 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do,

Your Driving and the Road 178 weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and no

Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. The

Your Driving and the Road I 180 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes w

Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you're pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule fo

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Part 5 P Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. rroblems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers ...

Problems on the Road 1 A ... 184 Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have

Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Chevrolet. But please follow the

When you return the seatback to its original position, make sure the seatback is locked. The latch must be down for the seat to work pro

Problems an the Road To Jump Start Your Chevrolet: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 11 N

, Open the hoods and locate the batteries. CAUTION: A An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.

Problems an the Road Fans or other moving engine eep your hands away from moving -u-ts once the engines are running. L parts can injure you

8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) terminal. Don't let the other end touch anything until t

Problems on the Road A le =Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a CM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Chevrolet. The usual towing eq

When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping

Problems on the Road I.. 192 not tow with sling-typc equipment or fascia/fog light damage will occu Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment. Additio

I c Do not tow with sling-type eauipment or rear bumDer valance equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. Use safet

Problems on the Road If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine: W1Ldr-W II LUU I ILJN.' Steam from an overheated engine can bum you badly, even i

If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. If you have an air conditioner, turn it 2. Turn on your he

Seats & Safety Belts I bU u I IUIV.’ n Don’t let anyone rid6 where h they can? wear a safety belt properIy. If YOU are in a crash and you’re not w

Problems on the Road I. - .. . On the V8 engine you’ll see this: 1. Coolant recovery tank 2. Radiator pressure cap 3. Electric engine fans An el

eng~ witho r u -.. . tolar .- [f there seems to be no leak, check to see f the electric engine fan is running. If the :ngine is overheating, the

Problems on the Road and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant. ‘I A You can be burne4 if you sp

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (3.4L L32 (Code S) Engine) 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including

Problems on the Road 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL COLD. ... 200 .A 1 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but

m 7. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. Hom7 to Add Coolant to the Radiator (5.7L LTl (Code P)

Problems on the Road -4 I I 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. "sl You ca

6. Continue to fill the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. 7. Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from the engine and compartment.

Problems on the Road I lh 1 F. $. ' 9. Shut the engine off and replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up like this

I Changing a Flat lire ’ A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a

~. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. For example, if the bike is going IO mph (16 km/h), so is th

Problems on the Road The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you'll need is in the rear area. .

Remove the wing nut and adapter and pull out the spare. A. Start with the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach

Problems on the Road H If your wheel has a center cap, pry it off using the wheel wrench. 208 If your vehicle has a bolt-on wheel cover, loosen th

Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don't remove them yet. Position the jack under the vehicle. There is a notch in the vehi

Problems on the Road Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicIe to fall off t

I A Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off an

Problems on the Road Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. , .: il Tighten the wheel n

J Replace the jack, wheel wrench and flat tire using the storage instructions. When you replace the trim panel, be sure to tuck it under

Problems on the Road II , Storing aJacK, a tlre or otner I 4 equipment in the passenger Ldmpartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden

Don’t take your compact spare rire chains won’t fit your CI - :t through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught

Seats 8t Safety Belts Put someone on it. 9 9 9 18 Get it up to speed. Then stop the "car." The rider doesn't stop. The person k

Problems on the Road If you let your tires spin at high \ speed, they can explode and you or others could be injured. And, the transmis

Part b Here you will find information about the care of your Chevrolet . This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it

Service & Appearance Care 1 Service Your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your

NOTICE: Fuel The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top le

Service & Appearance Care = 220 5.7L LT1 (Code P) Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher. You may use middle grade o

Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. IC NOTICE: I rue1 mat is more than 3% metha is bad for your vehicle. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal

Service & Appearance Care Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded f

To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear a

Service 8t Appearance Care c Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the hood release. Lift the hood. I I CAUTION: An electric fan und

\I I -:E= 1 f I When you open the hood you'll see: 1. Battery 2. Engine Coolant Reservoir 3. Engine Oil Dipstick 4. Automatic Transmission D

1 1 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop ove

Service & Appearance Care . = 226 Engine Oil 3.4L L32 (Code S) It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In orde

To Check Engine Oil (5.7L LT1 (Code P) Engine) Pull out the dipstick slightly. Pinch the end of the dipstick tube as you remove the dipstick to wipe

Service & Appearance Care Recommended SAE Viscosity Grade Engine Oils For best fuel economy and cold starting, select the lowest SAE visco

You should look for this on the oil container, and use only those oils that display the logo. GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil

Service & Appearance Care I What to Do with Used Oil: Us& engine oil contains things - L that have mused skin cancer in laboratory animals. Do

LA u I IUIV.’ I Operating the engine with the L , air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans t

Service & Appearance Care 2. Disconnect the plastic clamp on the duct. Pull apart the connection. mm. 232 3. Pull the air cleaner straight up.

Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is c

Service & Appearance Care if outside temperatures are 50°F (10°C) or more. If it's colder than 50°F (lO°C), you may have to idle the engin

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT a

Seats & Safety Belts Q: Why don’t they just put in air bags so people won’t have to wear safety belts? Restraint systems, are in some vehicl

Service & Appearance Care ~1 NOTICE: Ill Then, follow these steps: 100 mucn or too mtIe nula can damage your transmission. Too much can mean

II A i I L 1 Hydrauhc Clutcn The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is self-adjusting. When to Check and What to Use: Refer to the Maintenance Sched

Service & Appearance Care What to Use: Standard and Limited-Slip Differential Use Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 gear lu

What to Use: Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 1825M,” which w

Service & Appearance Care 1 Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery ta

Turning the radiator pressure L cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you bad

Service & Appearance Care When you replace your radiator pressure cap. an AC3 cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is c

0 0 5.7L LTl (Code P) When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the H mark. When the engine compartment is cool, the

Service & Appearance Care When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions fo adding water. ready-to-use washe

I I A If you have too much brake L , fluid, it can spill on the engine. ‘-L: fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or othe

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This section is only for people of adult size. 1 CAUTION: 11 A There are special things to A know abo

Service & Appearance Care I 246 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have t

Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This

Service & Appearance Care Headlights Headlight Aiming Your vehicle has a mini-quad headlight system. These headlights have vertical and horiz

m 2. 3. 4. Start with the vertical (up and down) headlight aim. Don’t try to adjust the horizontal (left and right) aim first. Check the verti

Service & Appearance Care t 1 ... 250 Be careful not to move the aiming screws when you replace the headlight. If the headlight being replaced

I r 1 3. 4. 5. Pull the headlight out of the assembly. Remove the wiring connector from the headlight socket by lifting the plastic locking tabs on

Service Station Information , ,' Center High-Mounted Stoplight To replace the bulb: 1. Remove the two screws in the stoplight lens. 2. Gently

- *, 2. Turn and pull out the socket and the bulb. 3. Pull out the bulb. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Rear Lights To change an

Service Station Information L h U 4. Pull the assembly off from the outside. 5. To remove a socket with a tab, press the tab and turn the socket cou

CAPACITY WEIGHT BBW TIRE SIZE INFORMATION Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-L

Seats 8t Safety Belts 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the

Service 81 Appearl nee Care NOTICE: 11 CAUTION: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put

CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. a m a Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much f

Service & Appearance Care 9 9 9 258 When to Check: Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on - the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and

Service & Appearance Care I 1 260 rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a spe

Service & Appearance Care represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning:

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, an

Service & Appearance Care Tire Chains IL The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer y!g@ ca

A r!eaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. mers can burst into - me if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some a

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force tc the strong p

Service & Appearance Care m.. 266 Cleaning the Inside of Your Chevrolet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wi

I1 0 As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the suds. 0 Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. 0 Wipe off what’s lef

Service & Appearance Care Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or oily stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee wit

Cleaning Vinyl or Leather Just use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than

Service 8t Appearance Care Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshie

Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car

Service & Appearance Care 999 272 I White Sidewall Tires Your Chevrolet dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use a stiff bru

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly

Service Station Information Appearance Care and Maintenance Muterials ~ PART NUMBER USAGE DESCRIPTION SIZE 1051 51 6 Removes rust and corrosion on

o TESTVNXX3XX009696 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your Chevrolet. It appears on a plate in the front c

Selts & 9fety Belts Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.

Service & Appearance Care 9 276 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a com

Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy,

Service & Appearance Care 278 Underhood Electrical Center Fuses 1 - Electronic Brake Control Module (5 Amp.) 2 - Fog Lamps (20 Amp.) 3 - Not Us

Replacement Bulbs Ashtray* ... 194 Automatic Transmission Indicator ...

I Service & Appearance Care I . = 280 I Capacities and Specifications Engine Type VINEnnineCodeS ... V

Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1 163C Battery ..

Service & Appearance Care Capacities (Approximate) The following approximate capacities are given in U.S. and metric conversions. Air Con

Crankcase VIN Engine Code S ... 4.0 qt. (3.8 L)** VIN Engine Code P Without Filter Change ...

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IMPORTANT: I KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS I This part covers the maintenance required for your Chevrolet . Your vehicle needs

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out

Maintenance Schedule Introduction: A Word about Maintenance 9 286 We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working

How This Part Is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into five sections: “Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows wha

Maintenance Schedule Introduction: A Word about Maintenance (Cont.) “Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recom

Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance service

Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Schedule I Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one

The services shown in this schedule up to 48,000 miles (80 000 km) should be rformed after 48,000 miles at the same intervals.

Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Schedule I1 Follow Schedule II ONLY if none of the driving conditions spe

The services shown in this schedule up to 45,000 miles (75 O00 km) should be performed after 45,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 7.

Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Eirplanation of Scheduled Maintenance Semices Below are explanations of th

ITEM NO. SERVICE 5 Cooling System Service* - Drain, flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specif

1993 Owner’s Manual Carnaro Table of Contents Introduction HOW to Use This Manual. - 61 Part I Seats & Safety Belts m 11 I Part 2 Features &

Seats & Safety Belts A mr Dags inflate wltn great b L force, faster than the blink of ull eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it

Maintenance Schedule aection A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) ITEM NO. SERVICE 6 Transmission Service - For manual transmissions, fluid d

ITEM NO. SERVICE 9 Air Cleaner Filter and Crankcase Ventilation Filter Replacement* - Replace every 30,000 miles (50 OOO km) or more often under

Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals

At least Once a Month CHECK OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO Tire Inflation Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on

Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks and Services (Cont.) At lead Once a Year CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Lubricate the key lock cylinde

At feast Once a Year (CONT.) CHECK I OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO Brake Transmission Shift Interlock-BTS: Steering Column Lock 1 CA UTlON: I \ When .y

Maintenance Schedule Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at le

Maintenance Schedule Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections (Cont.) INSPECTION OR SERVICE Rear Axle Service Brake System Inspection WHAT SHOUL

Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or spe

If the air bag readiness light d b doesn’t come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system ma

Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants (Cont.) ~- ~ USAGE Key Lock Cylinders Automatic Transmission Shift Linkage Clutch

USAGE Rear Axle (Standard and Limited-Slip Differential) Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring b. Release Pawl Anchor Hood and door hing

Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, or Schedule I1 maintenance char

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L -1 Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This part also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to

Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Chevrolet. Norma

0 Vehicle delivery date and present 0 Nature of concern We encourage you to call the toll-free number listed previously in order to give y

Seats & Safety Belts When is an air bag expected to inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-fronta

Cuslomer Assistance Information GM Participation in Better Business Bureau MediationlArbitration Program* General Motors reserves the right to cha

mediation, eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator at an informal hearing. The arbitrator will render a

Customer Assistance Information P .- Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’

Customer Assistance Information The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service. When roads

performance in the field. We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better. Now, you can get these bulletins too. Bulletins cover

Customer Assistance Information 9 9 - 322 will be listed in the most recent publication for that model year. This means you may want to wait

1993 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of pur vehicle can be

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How does an air bag restrain? [n moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the i

Index Adding Coolant ... 240 Add-on Electrical Equipment ... 275 AirBags ... 25 How the System Works ... 27 Se

9 330 Brakes Adjustment ... 146 Anti-lock (ABS) ... 143 Fluid ... 245 Master Cylinder ... 244 P

Child Restraints ... 36 Rear Seat ... 38 Right Front Seat ... 40 Top Strap ... 37 Where to

... 332 Controls Air Conditioner ... 11 2 Brightness ... 85 comfort ... 110 Cruise ... 8

Defogging and Defrosting Delco-Base@ AM/FM Stereo Delco-Loc II/Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 124 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ... 1

Index Exhaust. Engine ... 74 Extender. Safety Belt ... 44 Fabric Protection ... 267 Fan Control Knob ...

Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ... 102 Engine Oil Pressure ... 104 Fuel ... 100 Warning Lights and Indicators ... 99 Ga

Seats & Safety Belts CAUTlON; on’t attach anything to ~ :e steering wheel pad. It 0 0 0 -* 9 30 might injure thedriver if the air bag inflat

9 9 9 336 Inflation . Tire Pressure ... 257 Instrument Panel ... 96 Instrument Panel and Clusters ... 98 Instrument Panel.

Main Fuse Block ... 277 Main Light Control ... 85 Inspections. Periodic ... 303 Maintenance Materials. Appearance Care and .

Index P (Park) Shifting into ... 71 P (Park), Shifting out of ... 72 Paint Chemical Spotting ... 273 Finish Care ...

Rainy Weather Tips. Some Other ... 157 Rear Axle ... 237 Rear Axle. Limited-Slip ... 70 Rear Drum Br

Index 340 Road. Your Driving and the ... 13 1 Roads. Hill and Mountain ... 165 Roadside Assistance. Chevrolet ... 3 19 Rocking Your Ve

Service ... 2 18 and Appearance Care ... 2 17 Engine Soon Light ... 103 Parts Identification Label ... 275 P

Index ... 342 TTop Sunshades ... 90 Tachometer ... 99 Tank. Filling Your ... 222 Temperature Control Knob ..

Trailer Backing Up with a ... 178 Brakes ... 177 Driving on Grades with a ... 179 Driving with a ... 1

Index . 344 Ventilation ... 112 Ventilation System. Flow-Through . 114 Ventilation Tips ... 114 Vision. Night ...

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When electrical work is done under the hood or inside your vehicle, the ignition should be in LOCK if possible. Avoid wires wrapped with yellow ta

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Service Station Information Hood Release See Page 223. Engine Oil Dipstick and Fill Cap (3.4L L32 (Code S) Engine) See Page 226. Engine Oil

CERTll L WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE El CHEVROLET

Seats 8t Safety Belts Passenger Positions Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the d

>ai r’ If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. If the belt is not long

Seats & Safety Belts r The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash. You can be seriously hurt if 1 4 your shoulder belt i

Smaller Children and Babies Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restra

Please keep this manual in your Chevrolet, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle,

Seats & Safety Belts CAUTION: I Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the

Wherever you install it. be sure to secure he child restraint properly. CAUTION: ~~ A An unsecured child restraint can move around in a coll

Seats & Safety Belts Vehicles first sold in Canada have child restraint anchor bracket hardware in the glove box, along with instructions f

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so you'll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. I

Seats & Safety Belts Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Your vehicle has a right-front passenger’s air bag. NEVER put a rear-

3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. run the lap part through or around the restraint. The child restraint ins

Seats & Safety Belts \ L is not installed properIy, the wlld restraint may move or tip over when your vehicle turns or stops quickly. The child or

Lurger Children Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. r/nu I IVIV. \ Never do this. - Here two children are wearing the s

Seats & Safety Belts Q. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to

Checking Your Restraint Systems Vow and then, make sure all your belts, mckles, latch plates, retractors, Inchorages and reminder systems are

The Heritage of Chevrolet making cars, forming halfthe team that gave birth to Chevrolet. Louis Chevrolet, the other halfof the team, at the wheel o

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Part 2 Features & Controls Keys ... 48 ... DoorLocks ...

Features & Controls 4 Keys The ignition keys are for the ignition only. Leaving young children in a d L vehicle with the ignition key is dange

I. I When a new Camaro is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. However, the igniti

Features & Controls Door Locks I CAUTION: I ... 50 A Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers - especially children - can easily open the

Power Door Locks (Option) Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both doors at once. The switch only works when the ignition switc

Features & Controls NOTICE: you put things in the hatchback I -9.52 area, be sure they won’t break the glass when you close it. Never slam

When you park your Chevrolet and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it wi

Features & Controls the engine. If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time, the vehicle will not

Off (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Use th

In January 1942. Chevrolet factories were converted to military production in an all-out efort to achieve victory in Europe and the Pacific. . . bu

Features & Controls Start (E): Starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to Run for norm

I rn 1 I \ I NOTICE: I. If your key seems stuck in LOCK 1 and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all 5 the way in. If it is, then turn the

Features & Controls Manual Transmission: Shift your gear selector to neutral and hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the e

1. 2. Don't push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of

Features 8t Controls When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or - I SOC), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal

Driving through Deep Standing Water NOTiCE: [f you drive too quickly throul deep puddles or standing wt :r, water can come in through your engine’

Features & Controls I NOTICE: I HTI~~ you-ve usea me DIOCK neater, I- sure to store the cord as it was ,-fore, to keep it aw-f from movin engin

I Ensure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You hav

Features & Controls . Shifting out of Y (Park) or N (Neutral) while your engine 13 “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your

D 2 (Second Gear) rhis position gives you more power but .ower fuel economy. You can use 2 on lills. It can help control your speed as you go down

Jim Perkins, General Manag- 60's automotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray, the sporty Camuro, and power

Features & Controls r If your rear wheels can’t rotat don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in v deep sand or mud or w

0 2 (Second Gear) - Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you pr

Features & Controls 0 0 0 2 (Second Gear) - Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2. Then, slowly let

shift speeds (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. , If you skip more than on

Features & Controls fl Limited-Slip Rear Axle If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice

If you are on a hill: See “Parking on Hills” in the Index. That section shows how to turn your front wheels. If you are towing a trailer an

Features & Controls .eaving Your Vehicle with the rngine Running AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) A It can be dangerous to leave ,A your vehicle with

I If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) and also release

Features & Controls Parking over Things That Burn L/mu I IVIV. 'I'hlngs that can burn could I I.\ touch hot exhaust parts under y

Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (AUTOMATIC TRANsMIssIoN) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, her

How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new v

Features & Controls Power Windows (Option) With power windows, switches on the door control each window when the ignition is on or when RA

9 The Turn SignaUHeadlight Beam Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change 0 Head

Features & Controls Headlight HighLow Beam To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way

Damaged wiper blades may I 1 prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wip

Features & Controls II washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’? instructiopc fnr adding water. Don’t mix warGI with ready-to-use washer fluic..

To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the Cruise Control switch to ON. A If you leave your Cruise Control switch on when you're not using Cruise,

Features & Controls 1 longer than ha'f a the 11 There are two ways to go to a higher .,hicle will keep going faster until you release the

P To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: 1. Push in the button at the

Features & Controls I I I'o Get Out of Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the Cruise Control:. 1. Step lightly on the br

Main Light Control The main light control is a knob that works these lights: 0 Headlights 0 Taillights Parking lights 0 License lights 0 Sidem

Part 8: Customer Assistance Information This part includes important information about reporting safety defects and gives you details about the “R

Features & Controls At dusk, the exterior lights will come on automatically and the front turn signal lights will go out. At dawn, the

Front Map Lights Your inside rearview mirror includes two map lights. Each light has its own switch. Use the switch closest to the light to

Features & Controls t Manual Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver side outside mirror with the lever on the door. Adjust the mirror

The door key unlocks the panels. Turn the key to the left to unlock the panel. . .- Then pull on the release handle to unlatch the p

Features & Controls I Push the handle closed to secure the panel in the slot. To lock each panel in the storage area, use your do

3. Open the latch and close the T-top. Check to see if there are any gaps showing. Unlatch the T-top and adjust the sunshade as required. 4.

Features & Controls Storage and Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use your door key to lock and unlock it. Th

Cassette and Compact Disc Storage You have a storage area for cassette tapes. . If you have a compact disc player, you will have a storage area

Features & Contr I When carrying large or heavy items, it is a good idea to open the panel and place the items in the rear area. I A An

Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop jack by itself. f Don’t hold a cigarette l