Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue The 1999 Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SRS” system. 2-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 X–00–000 1–T yellowblue We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name TRACKER are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Index X–00–0009–X X–00–0010–X A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AM002002 –INT You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this happen.” yellowblue In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
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Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, head restraints, easy entry seats and the folding rear seatback. JE–11–0001–X Manual Front Seat CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Reclining Front Seatbacks AX101008 JE–11–0002–X To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever, and the seat will go to its original upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: (Continued) The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: If any easy entry seat isn’t locked, it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injured. And, even if there is no crash or sudden stop, a driver sitting in an unlocked easy entry seat could be startled by the sudden movement and hit the wrong control or pedal, causing an accident. After you’ve used it, be sure to push rearward on any easy entry seat to be sure it is locked.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Rear Seats CAUTION: If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat, and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the top of the folded seat bottom.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–11–0006–X 2. Pull the release straps located near the center of the vehicle to release the seat cushion. Fold the seat cushion forward. yellowblue JE–11–0008–X 3. Remove the head restraint from the seatback by raising the head restraint fully. Push the release button and remove the head restraint from the seatback.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–11–0009–X JE–11–0007–X Store the head restraint in the top of the folded seat cushion. 4. Pull up on the seatback release knob(s) on top of the seatback and fold the seatback down. On 2-door models, you must pull up on both release knobs at the same time to lower the seatback. 1-8 yellowblue JE–11–0010–X 5. Reach between the seatback and cushion to remove the anchor plate strap.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–11–0011–X 6. Hook the anchor plate over the button on the seat back. yellowblue Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system. CAUTION: To raise the rear seat: 1. Fold the rear seatback up and make sure it is locked in position.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. AM115004 AM115003 Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AM115005 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-12 AM115006 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AM115007 or the instrument panel ... yellowblue AM115008 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. AX120070 Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. AM120007 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. AX120254 yellowblue To move it down, pull out the knob and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pulling out the knob and sliding the adjuster up.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Q: What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: AM120015 A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-18 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Q: yellowblue What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: AM120016 A: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Q: What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: AM125001 A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-20 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Q: yellowblue What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: AM125002 A: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. The belt is twisted across the body.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy AX120071 Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. AR135001 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 of the way.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see “Driver Position” earlier in this section.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. This is true even with Next Generation frontal air bags. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with Next Generation air bags.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 X–01–0001–T There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. yellowblue How the Air Bag System Works AV130046 The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: AV130047 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-26 If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue When should an air bag inflate? What makes an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 8 to 12 mph (13 to 19 km/h).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 What will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module -- the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag -- will be hot for a short time. The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag. Do not open or break the air bag coverings.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Q: If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working properly? A: As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’s basic structure isn’t changed, it’s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AX147020 yellowblue When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. AX147078 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: AM147008 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. AX147021 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 to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Center Passenger Position (4-Door Models) yellowblue Lap Belt AX148039 X–01–0105–T When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Children AX148040 Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, the belt will likely be over the child’s abdomen.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. AS150046 AX150022 CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints are available in four basic types.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AW155013 A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash. Some infant seats come in two parts -- the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AW155015 yellowblue AW155016 A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age. One type, a convertible restraint, is designed to be used either as a rear-facing infant seat or a forward-facing child seat.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AW155017 yellowblue AW155018 A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts; however, booster seats without shields use lap-shoulder belts.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Top Strap AV155001 Canadian law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. 1-42 yellowblue If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you have a two-door model, don’t use a restraint like that in your vehicle because the top strap anchor cannot be installed properly. You shouldn’t use this type of restraint without anchoring the top strap.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position AX160032 X–01–0106–T You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. 2.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AX160140 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. AX160034 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. yellowblue AX163109 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position (4-Door Models) X–01–0105–T You’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. AX163110 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position X–01–0102–T 4. Buckle the belt.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue 2. Put the restraint on the seat. CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates, even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat. 3.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. AX165121 AX165120 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Larger Children yellowblue Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. D Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out AX170031 in a crash. D Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: AX170032 1-50 Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: AX170033 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–12–9000–W One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. yellowblue If you need a new key, contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code. In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-CHEV-USAR (1-800-243-8872). In Canada call 1-800-268-6800. NOTICE: When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the metal plate from the key ring and gives it to the first owner.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Power Door Locks (If Equipped) JE–12–0003–X If you have power door locks, the switch is located on the driver’s and passenger’s door armrest. yellowblue Rear Door Security Locks (4-Door Models) JE–12–0004–X Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 To Open a Rear Door With the Security Lock If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door from the inside, then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work, and how to cancel the locks.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. X–02–0274–X You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery. NOTICE: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 3. Read the instructions inside the case. 4. Put the two halves back together. Make sure the cover is on tightly so water won’t get in. 5. Check the operation of the transmitter with your vehicle. If the transmitter does not work, try resynchronizing the transmitter with the receiver. Resynchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Tailgate Lock Release Parking at Night Use your key to lock or unlock your tailgate. Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. If you have a convertible, you can still open or close the tailgate with the rear window closed. Theft Parking Lots Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: D Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). D Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. D Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 LOCK (A): This is the only position in which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK (P). ACC (ACCESSORY) (B): This is the position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Starting Your Engine Starting Your L4 Engine Automatic Transmission 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Overdrive Off Switch (If Equipped) JE–12–0007–X yellowblue To return the transmission to the four-speed mode, push in the Overdrive Off switch again. The switch will remain in and the OD/OFF indicator light goes off. Please note that if the transfer case shift lever is in the 4L position, the four-speed automatic transmission will remain in the three-speed mode.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Manual Transmission Operation 5-Speed X–02–0317–T This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Shift Speeds CAUTION: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Transfer Case JE–12–0008–X yellowblue TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H): This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) when you need extra traction, such as on wet or icy roads, or in most off-road situations.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 FOUR-WHEEL LOW (4L): This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction and can be used for driving downhill, uphill or on rocky terrain when you’re driving slower than 35 mph (55 km/h). Remember that driving in FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) or FOUR-WHEEL LOW (4L) may reduce fuel economy. Also, driving in four-wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and make your transfer case harder to shift.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. yellowblue Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Only) CAUTION: JE–12–0010–X 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. 3. If you have four-wheel drive, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL (N). 4.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: yellowblue 2. If the engine is running, turn it off. Turn the key to ON or ACC. 3. Find the access hole cover on the driver’s side of the console, near the shift lever. 4. Remove the screw and cover. JE–12–0038–X 5. Inside, you’ll see the return plate. Using your finger, move the return plate toward the rear of the vehicle until it stops. 6.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Parking Over Things That Burn yellowblue Engine Exhaust CAUTION: JE–12–0035–X CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if ever you have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Windows Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each door window. Power Windows (If Equipped) JE–12–0012–X yellowblue Express Down Window The AUTO switch for the driver’s window has an express down feature. To use express down, push the switch all the way down. Release the switch and the window will lower completely. Pull up on the switch lightly and release it to stop the window partway.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Tilt Wheel JE–12–0019–X A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and move the lever down. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. First, you must have the headlamps on. For high beams, push the turn signal lever toward the instrument panel. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Windshield Wipers JE–12–0032–X yellowblue With variable delay wipers, you can set the wiper speed for a long or short interval between wipes. This can be very useful. Move the stalk to INT then rotate the inner band and choose the delay you want. Rotate the inner band up for longer intervals between wiper cycles. Rotate the band down for shorter intervals.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, pull the stalk with the wiper symbol on it toward you one time. When you release the stalk, the washers will stop. The wiper continue wiping for approximately three cycles and will either stop or will resume the speed you were using before. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index. yellowblue Rear Window Wiper/Washer (If Equipped) JE–12–0013–X To turn on your rear wiper, push the upper button.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Cruise Control (If Equipped) CAUTION: D Cruise control can be dangerous where you JE–12–0032–X D can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–12–0014–X 1. Press the CRUISE CTRL. switch on the instrument panel to turn the system on. The indicator light on the switch will come on. yellowblue Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. D Use the accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed. Turn the lever to COAST SET and release. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Parking Lamps : This position will turn on the following: D D D D D Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights License Plate Lamp Headlamps : This position will turn on the following: D D D D D D Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights License Plate Lamp Turn the switch to OFF to turn off the lamps.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps. See “Automatic Light Control” earlier in this section. When it is dark enough outside, your ALC will turn on your low-beam headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, park lamps and instrument panel lights.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Dome Lamp Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control JE–12–0015–X yellowblue The thumbwheel controls the brightness of your instrument panel lights. Rotate the wheel upward to brighten the lights or downward to dim them. The dome lamp has a three-position switch. OFF: This position is to the left when you are sitting in the driver’s seat. The lamp stays off even when a door is open. Center: This is the center position.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Mirrors Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield. The mirror has pivots so that you can adjust it up and down or side to side. yellowblue Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped) JE–12–0018–X The switch to control the power mirrors is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving. Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue To adjust the mirrors: Storage Compartments 1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right) to select the mirror you wish to adjust. Glove Box 2. Press the outer part of the pad that matches the direction you want to move the mirror. To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box. 3.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Lockable Storage Compartment and Cargo Cover (Option) If your two-door vehicle has the optional lockable storage compartment, you can use it to cover and secure items in the cargo area of your vehicle. The closeout panel can be removed to allow for extra cargo space. yellowblue JE–12–0037–X To remove the close-out panel, do the following: JE–16–0034–X 1. Remove the two attaching screws from each lower corner of the cargo area. 2.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Luggage Carrier (Option) CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it outside of the vehicle. When you put it back, always be sure that it is securely reattached. If your four-door vehicle has the optional cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo. To install the crossrails, follow these steps: JE–12–0070–X 1. Turn the screw cover lock to the unlocked position and lower the cover. JE–12–0071–X 2. Turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen the mounting attachment so it can fit over the side rails.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–12–0072–X 3. Mount the crossrails onto the side rails and adjust their position so the cargo can be mounted properly. Make sure the crossrails are not slanted. yellowblue JE–12–0073–X 4. Tighten the screws securely, taking care not to overtighten them. Then raise and lock the screw covers.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these guidelines: D Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is D D not recommended. Do not load cargo directly on the roof panel. If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the tie downs provided. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter, the ignition key must be in ON or ACC. Push the lighter in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element. Pull the door to open the ashtray.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Accessory Power Outlet Convertible Top (If Equipped) With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power outlet is located in the center console near the parking brake. Just remove the cap from the outlet and follow the proper instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. Your convertible top features a sunroof, a removable rear window and removable side windows.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: (Continued) D Don’t try to lower or raise the convertible D D D top or tap or beat on the plastic windows if your vehicle is out in cold weather, 41_F (5_C) or below. The cold can cause cracks and other damage to the windows and to the top as it is being lowered or raised. Don’t lower the top if it is damp or wet. After the top is down, the trapped water can cause stains, mildew and damage to the inside of your car.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–12–0021–X 4. Swing the front top bow up and back while folding the canvas top out from between the top bow and the roof support. Be sure that you don’t pinch the canvas top between the front top bow arms and the roof rails. JE–12–0022–X 5. Unfasten the holding strap near the dome lamp and pull it through the slot in the front top bow. 6. Fasten the holding strap to itself. 7. Push the front top bow latches down until they “click.” 8.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Removing and Installing Your Rear Window The rear window of your vehicle is removable. This allows you to open the back opening all the way or to replace the window if it becomes deteriorated. To remove the rear window: JE–12–0023–X 1. Open the rear gate all the way. 2. Unfasten the canvas flaps at the lower corners of the rear window to uncover the zipper pull. 3. Unzip the rear window. 4.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Removing and Installing the Side Window To remove the side window: JE–12–0024–X JE–12–0298–S 4. Unzip the zipper the rest of the way and remove the side window. 1. Unfasten the Velcro strips on the top and rear quarter of the side window. 2. Unzip the zipper almost all the way, leaving about 3 inches (8 cm) of it still zipped and unfasten the Velcro strips on the inside of the window. 3.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–12–0301–S Be sure to: D Fit the side and rear part of the window into the frame before completely zipping the window. yellowblue JE–12–0025–X After completing installation, make sure that the front and bottom ends are securely hooked and the rear top end of the window is under the canvas top. D Push the inner lip of the canvas top all the way in while zipping.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Lowering and Raising the Canvas Top 1. Remove the side windows of the canvas top as shown previously. JE–12–0027–X 2. Open the rear window and hang it down inside the luggage compartment. JE–12–0026–X 4. Push the release latches on both sides of the vehicle down to release the rear support arms. With the latches released, pull up on the arms at the hinges to release the tension on the canvas top. 3.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–12–0028–X 5. Unhook the front end of the rear canvas top. Lower the bow slowly while tucking the canvas into the luggage compartment, making sure the bows are not pinching any part of the canvas top. Make sure the safety belts are not blocked by the folded top. yellowblue JE–12–0029–X 6. Reengage the latches by pushing down on the support arms at the hinges. Reverse the steps to raise your canvas top.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System JE–12–0033–X 2-56 yellowblue
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue A. Side Defroster Vent L. Shift Lever B. Air Vent M. Power Mode Switch (If Equipped) C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever N. Cigarette Lighter D. Instrument Cluster O. Ignition Switch E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever P. Instrument Panel Fuse Block F. Hazard Switch Q. Hood Release G. Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) R. Instrument Panel Brightness Control H. Comfort Controls S. Power Remote Control Mirror (If Equipped) I.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have left, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle’s odometer is tamper-resistant. If you can see silver lines between the numbers, someone probably has tried to turn it back.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 This light should come on when you turn the ignition key to START. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Engine Coolant Temperature Gage CAUTION: Your regular brake system may not be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is on. Driving with the anti-lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. After you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) X–02–0046–T Your vehicle is equipped with 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.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: D Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. See “Filling Your Tank” in the Index. It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Four Wheel Drive Light CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. X–02–0223–X This light comes on when the ignition switch is on and the transfer case lever is in one of the four wheel drive positions. See “Four Wheel Drive” in the Index.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Overdrive Off Light (If Equipped) X–02–3506–T This light comes on when the automatic four-speed transmission has been converted to the three-speed mode and the overdrive is turned off. This light also comes on as a check for approximately 5 seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON or START. Fuel Gage X–02–0272–X 2-68 Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage.
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Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Comfort Controls yellowblue FLOOR: This position directs air toward the floor. With this system, you can control the heating and ventilation in your vehicle. If you have the air conditioning option, you can also control cooling. DEFOG: This position directs air toward the floor, the windshield and side windows. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Air Conditioner Controls (Option) JE–13–9999–X The air conditioning system uses the same controls as described previously. The function of each lever is explained under “Climate Control System” in this part. The incoming air is cooled and dehumidified instead of being heated. Push the A/C button to change your comfort control system from heating to air conditioning. A light will come on when the air conditioning is on.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Heating For the quickest results, move the air intake lever to RECIRCULATE. Move the airflow lever to FLOOR, the temperature control lever toward the right for warmer air and the fan control lever toward the fan symbol. You should switch to OUTSIDE AIR once in a while to avoid stale air and cloudy windows. yellowblue Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) JE–13–0002–X The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through your vehicle. Move the air intake lever to OUTSIDE AIR and the airflow lever to BI-LEVEL. Adjust the temperature control lever to a comfortable setting and move the fan control lever toward the fan symbol. Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. AM-FM Stereo (If Equipped) DE–13–0110–W Audio Systems Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Finding a Station Setting the Tone AM·FM: Press this button to switch between AM and FM. The display shows your selection. BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass. TUNE: Press the right or left arrows to go to a higher or lower station. Press and hold to continue tuning and release when you find your station.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) DE–13–0115–W yellowblue Finding a Station AM·FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press the right or left arrows to go to a higher or lower station. Press and hold to continue tuning and release when you find your station. The display will show the frequency of each station tuned.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Setting the Tone yellowblue BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Then pull the knob all the way out. Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the rear speakers and counterclockwise for the front speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 While the tape is playing, use the VOLUME, FADE, BAL, TREB, BASS and TONE controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. When the down indicator arrow is lit, selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing. When the up arrow is lit, selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing. REV (TUNE): Press the left arrows to reverse the tape rapidly.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) DE–13–0120–W yellowblue Finding a Station AM·FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press the right or left arrows to go to a higher or lower station. Press and hold to continue tuning and release when you find your station. The display will show the frequency of each station tuned.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Then pull the knob all the way out. Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the rear speakers and counterclockwise for the front speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 While the CD is playing, use the VOLUME, FADE, BAL, TREB, BASS and TONE controls just as you do for the radio. The CD player automatically begins playing again when it reaches the end of the disc. A disc that has been ejected but is still sitting in the CD player will be pulled back into the player after approximately 30 seconds. This protects the disc and player from damage. The disc will not start playing.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Understanding Radio Reception To help avoid hearing loss or damage: AM D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) AM400116 Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: D D D D Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness. Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AM407001 yellowblue Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries, it’s even lower.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. JE–14–0003–X First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 AS415003 yellowblue The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. AS415013 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. D When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the United States Department of Transportation. Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read all the information about your four-wheel-drive vehicle in this manual.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Environmental Concerns Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. Chevrolet recognizes these concerns and urges every off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: D Always use established trails, roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving; obey all posted regulations.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: D you approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles. D you have less time to react. D you have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you’re not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, your wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, even with one or two wheels, you can’t control the vehicle as well or at all.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. You could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. When driving up hills, always try to go straight up. yellowblue CAUTION: Driving to the top (crest) of a hill at full speed can cause an accident. There could be a drop-off, embankment, cliff, or even another vehicle. You could be seriously injured or killed.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 D If your engine has stopped running, you’ll need to restart it. With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to PARK (P) (or, shift to NEUTRAL (N) if your vehicle has a manual transmission) and restart the engine. Then, shift to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill as straight as possible in REVERSE (R).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N) can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual transmission, even if you’re in gear). This is because the NEUTRAL (N) position on the transfer case overrides the transmission. You or someone else could be injured.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Q: Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Q: A: Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. D Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. D When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you D Shift to PARK (P) (or to NEUTRAL (N) with the across the incline of the hill. A hill that’s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because the trail goes across the incline doesn’t mean you have to drive it. The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you’ll be right in its path. If you have to walk down the slope, stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating. And if you do get moving, poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control. CAUTION: Driving on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can be dangerous. Underwater springs, currents under the ice, or sudden thaws can weaken the ice.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for damage.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Here are some tips on night driving. D Drive defensively. D Don’t drink and drive. D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. D Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. D Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. D In remote areas, watch for animals.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads JE–14–0005–X yellowblue Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: JE–14–0006–X Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Hydroplaning Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining. yellowblue City Driving Driving Through Deep Standing Water AS460001 NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: D Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most yellowblue Freeway Driving AS461001 large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) D Treat a green light as a warning signal.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Here are some things you can check before a trip: D Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? D Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? D Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? D Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? D Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Hill and Mountain Roads AS470001 yellowblue If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. (See “Off-Road Driving” in the Index for information about driving off-road.) D Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. yellowblue Winter Driving AS480001 D Know how to go uphill.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Here are some tips for winter driving: D Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. D You may want to put winter emergency supplies in JE–14–0007–X your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Unless you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to brake very gently, too. (If you do have anti-lock, see “Anti-Lock” in the Index.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard yellowblue D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. JE–14–0008–X If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Recreational Vehicle Towing There may be times when you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination. Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing. Follow the instructions for the towing equipment. Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear JE–14–0001–X yellowblue The best way to tow your vehicle is from the rear. Follow these steps: 1. Put the rear wheels on a dolly.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Towing Your Vehicle from the Front (Four-Wheel-Drive Only) yellowblue Follow these steps: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the steering wheel. JE–14–0002–X 3. Shift your automatic transmission into PARK (P), or your manual transmission to SECOND (2). 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N). See“Four-Wheel Drive” in the Index. 5. Release the parking brake.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: The front wheels transmit shocks during towing. The steering column may not be strong enough to withstand the shocks. Always unlock the steering wheel before towing. yellowblue Loading Your Vehicle JE–14–0015–S NOTICE: Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h), or your vehicle could be badly damaged. 4-44 Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: JE–14–0016–S The other label is the Certification label, also found on the driver’s door lock pillar. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. D Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. D Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. D When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle can tow a trailer.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 D If you have an automatic transmission, you can use THIRD (3) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer. Operating your vehicle in THIRD (3) when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your transmission. If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer, it’s better not to use FIFTH (5) gear. Just drive in FOURTH (4) gear (or, as you need to, a lower gear).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires X–04–0606–S Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire-Loading Information Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door lock pillar or see “Tire Loading” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working. Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring (included in the optional trailering package). The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 5. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL (N). 6. Release the regular brakes. CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
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Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Hazard Warning Flashers JE–15–0003–X Press the button on the instrument panel to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. JE–15–0001–X Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, push the button again. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: D They contain acid that can burn you. D They contain gas that can explode or ignite. D They contain enough electricity to burn you.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco FreedomR battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 X–45–1608–M JE–15–0004–X 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 5-6 X–45–2608–M yellowblue 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–15–0005–X 9. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. yellowblue 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. X–05–0607–S Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Towing Your Vehicle CAUTION: To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others: D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. D Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. D Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck. D Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it. D Use only the correct hooks.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: JE–15–0031–X Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: D D D D If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: JE–15–0007–X yellowblue CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Don’t reach through the grille to release the underhood lever.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: JE–15–0028–X The coolant level should be at or above FULL. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank NOTICE: If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.) In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue How to Add Coolant to the Radiator JE–15–0032–X JE–15–0006–X 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–15–0027–X 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. JE–15–0011–X 3. Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.) 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark. 5.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–15–0012–X 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. yellowblue JE–15–0026–X 8. Then replace the pressure cap.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Removing the Spare Tire and Tools JE–15–0002–X JE–15–0013–X The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored in the luggage compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–15–0029–X To open the jacking tool storage compartment, turn the knob counterclockwise. JE–15–1105–T JE–15–0014–X 5-20 Turn the jack screw to remove the jack from the clamps. If the screw is too tight, use the jack handle to loosen it. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), jack handle (B) and wheel wrench (C).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–15–0015–X 1. The spare tire is mounted on your tailgate. To remove the cover from the spare tire, insert your key into the wheel lock and pull the wheel lock off. yellowblue JE–15–0016–X 2. Using the wheel wrench, remove the wheel nut from the tire. Gently pry the spare tire cover off the wheel.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire JE–15–0017–X JE–15–0018–X 3. Remove the remaining wheel nuts from the spare tire with the wheel wrench. 4. Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket and place it near your flat tire. 5-22 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–15–0033–X yellowblue 2. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly onto the notches nearest to the flat tire. (Under the vehicle near each wheel, there are notches in the vehicle’s frame.) CAUTION: Front Wheel Location JE–15–0034–X Rear Wheel Location Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–15–0022–X yellowblue 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. JE–15–0021–X 3. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. 5-24 X–05–0617–T 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: 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 and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 X–05–0601–S yellowblue 9. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. JE–15–0023–X CAUTION: 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-26 Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. JE–15–0030–X Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow NOTICE: In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a four-wheel drive vehicle, shift into 4HI. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as possible.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: JE–15–0025–X The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty.
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Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Service Doing Your Own Service Work Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. D Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. D Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Be sure the posted octane is at least 87. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If it’s bad enough, it can damage your engine. If you’re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty. yellowblue Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Filling Your Tank JE–16–0001–X yellowblue CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of your vehicle. On some models, you may need to use the vehicle’s key to unlock the fuel door.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: JE–16–0002–X To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index. NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: JE–16–0003–X yellowblue To open the hood, first pull the release handle located on the driver’s side of the vehicle on the lower portion of the instrument panel. An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Don’t reach through the grille to release the underhood lever.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 JE–16–0005–X JE–16–0004–X Then go to the front of the vehicle, pull up on the hood, and push the hood release lever to your right. 6-10 yellowblue Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue 1.6L Engine When you open the hood, you’ll see the following: JE–16–0006–X A. B. C. D. Main Fuse Box Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Battery Engine Oil Dipstick E. Radiator Pressure Cap F. Engine Oil Fill Cap G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir H. Brake Fluid Reservoir I. Engine Coolant Reservoir J.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 2.0L Engine When you open the hood, you’ll see the following: JE–16–0007–X A. B. C. D. Main Fuse Box Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Battery Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6-12 E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick F. Radiator Pressure Cap G. Engine Oil Dipstick H. I. J. K.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. Then let the hood down and close it firmly. Engine Oil X–02–0034–T If the engine oil pressure light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. JE–16–0025–X JE–16–0008–X 1.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. If the oil is at or below the L (low) mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue What Kind of Engine Oil to Use X–06–0900–S Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. X–06–3738–T If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 As shown in the chart, SAE 10W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than 60_F (16_C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you should use SAE 5W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. Change oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months -- whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Air Filter Replacement CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped) JE–16–0012–X Passenger compartment air, both outside and recirculated air, is routed through a passenger compartment air filter. The filter removes certain contaminants from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more quickly in dusty areas, indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check When to Check and Change Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: D D D D When outside temperatures are above 90_F (32_C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180_F to 200_F (82_C to 93_C).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: JE–16–0013–X 1. The automatic transmission dipstick is a red ring handle located in the rear of the engine compartment toward the center of the vehicle. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. JX–16–0015–W 3.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 How to Add Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. When to Check and Change Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. Then, follow these steps: JE–16–0076–T yellowblue How to Add Fluid Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 When to Check and What to Use JE–16–0026–X yellowblue How to Check You do not need to check the fluid level unless you suspect a clutch problem. To check the fluid level, look at the markings on the reservoir. If the fluid reaches the MAX line, the fluid level is correct. Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 How to Check Lubricant yellowblue What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. JE–16–0083–T Four-Wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 How to Check Lubricant yellowblue Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant JE–16–0081–T Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” and “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant JE–16–1084–T If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. When the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and the proper coolant will: D D D D D Give freezing protection down to -33_F (-36_C). Give boiling protection up to 258_F (125_C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. yellowblue Checking Coolant JE–16–0014–X If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap -- even a little -- when the engine and radiator are hot.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 How To Check Power Steering Fluid yellowblue Adding Washer Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off. The level should fall between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir. What to Use JE–16–0016–X To determine what kind of fluid to use, see “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper fluid.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: D When using concentrated washer fluid, D D D follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it’s very cold.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. NOTICE: D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won’t 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 may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Halogen Bulbs Headlamps CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. JE–16–0029–X A. Headlamp 6-38 B.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue To replace the headlamp bulb: 1. Open the hood. JE–16–0031–X 2. Remove the rubber cover and socket from the headlamp. JE–16–0021–X 3. Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you. 4. Pull the bulb out of the fixture. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps Sidemarker Lamps To replace the parking and turn signal bulb: To replace the sidemarker bulb: JE–16–0030–X 1. Open the hood and locate the turn signal bulb. 2. Turn the bulb socket to the left and pull it out of the lamp housing. 3. Push the bulb in, turn it to the left and pull it out. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. 6-40 JE–16–0032–X yellowblue 1.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Rear Combination Lamps JE–16–0027–X A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Back-Up Lamp C. Brake Lamp JE–16–0028–X yellowblue To remove the rear combination bulbs: JE–16–0033–X Driver’s Side JE–16–0035–X Passenger’s Side 1. Remove the two screws from the combination lamps. Gently pull the housing away from the vehicle. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Dome Lamp 1. Gently pry the dome lamp lens from the lamp assembly using a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Remove the bulb by gently opening the retaining clip and sliding the bulb out. 3. Insert a new bulb. Make sure that it is seated properly. 4. Snap the dome lamp lens back into the dome lamp assembly. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the driver’s door lock pillar, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue When It’s Time for New Tires CAUTION: X–06–0603–S 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 cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Temperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the tires of the drive axle (four-wheel-drive vehicles can use chains on both axles). Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: D D D D Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents yellowblue Here are some cleaning tips: D D D D Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Fabric Protection Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. Your vehicle has upholstery that has been treated with Scotchgardt Fabric Protector, a 3M product.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Washing Your Vehicle Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 The plastic windows are pliable and can be scratched if you don’t take these precautions when you clean them: D Wipe off dust with a soft cotton cloth moistened with clean, cool or lukewarm water. Don’t use a “dry” cloth. Wipe in one direction only, not back and forth. D To remove frost, snow or ice, use lukewarm water. Don’t use a scraper or any de-icing fluids. D Wash the windows with a soft cloth and clean, cool or lukewarm water.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 NOTICE: When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish and tires. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER 994954 1050172 1050173 1050174 1050214 1050427 SIZE 23 in. x 25 in. 16 oz. (0.473 L) 16 oz. (0.473 L) 16 oz. (0.473 L) 32 oz. (0.946 L) 23 oz. (0.680 L) 1052918** 8 oz. (0.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) yellowblue Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. X–06–0608–X Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label inside the glove box on the door. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Add-On Electrical Equipment The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Instrument Panel Fuse Block JE–16–0022–X JE–16–0019–X This fuse box is under the left side of the instrument panel. The fuses here protect each separate circuit including headlamps. If you have electrical failure, check here first.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Fuse Usage CIG Cigar Lighter, Radio, Power Mirror D/L Door Locks STP Brake Light, Horn, Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp FOG Not Used DEF Rear Window Defogger, DRL S/H Not Used TRN Turn Signal, Back-Up Light WIP Windshield Wiper/Washer, Rear Window Wiper/Washer Please note, fuses for the air bags are located next to the instrument panel fuse block.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Fuse Usage 7 Cigar Lighter, Radio, I.G. Coil, Meter, Wiper, Washer, Rear Defroster, Turn Signals, Back-Up Lamps 8 Anti-Lock Brake System 9 All Electrical Loads 10 Air Conditioning JE–16–0023–X Replacement Bulbs Fuse Usage 1 Accessory Power Outlet 2 Electronic Fuel Injection System 3 Right Headlamp 4 Left Headlamp, High-Beam Indicator 5 Heater 6 Hazard Lamps, Rear Combination Lamps, Dome Light, Horn Lamps . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . See the refrigerant information label under the hood. Cooling System 1.6L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8 quarts (5.5 L) 2.0L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.9 quarts (6.5 L) Crankcase with Filter 1.6L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4 quarts (4.2 L)** 2.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Wheel and Tires Wheel Nut Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 lb-ft (95 N·m) Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See the Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your dealer.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Vehicle Dimensions Length Two-Door Convertible . . . . . 148.8 inches (378.0 cm) Four-Door Hardtop . . . . . . . 159.8 inches (405.9 cm) Width Two-Door Convertible . . . . . . 66.7 inches (169.4 cm) Four-Door Hardtop . . . . . . . . 66.7 inches (169.4 cm) Height Two-Door Convertible Two-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . 66.5 inches (168.9 cm) Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . 66.5 inches (168.9 cm) Four-Door Hardtop Two-Wheel Drive . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Introduction X–07–0701–S X–07–0702–S Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work. If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Passenger Compartment Air Filter Inspection. Tire Rotation.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Intervals Short Trip/City Intervals Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement. Spark Plug Replacement. Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). Cooling System Service (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Fuel Filter Replacement (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 45,000 Miles (75 000 km): Automatic Transmission Fluid Hose Replacement (or every 45 months, whichever occurs first). Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Replacement. Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement. Emission System Hoses Inspection. Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement (1.6L Code 6 engine only).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. # Lubricate the parking brake lever and cable, suspension system and propeller shafts and steering wheel linkage. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. j j j j j DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: rotation pattern and additional information.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Change manual transmission fluid.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect Passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). j Replace automatic transmission fluid hose (or every 45 months, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued) Change differential fluid. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance j Replace spark plug wires (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect the underhood wiring harness for loose connections, chafed wires and j j j j j j j j j damage (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) Drain, refill and bleed the brake system. Replace the camshaft timing belt (1.6L Code 6 engine only).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect emission system hoses and replace as necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) j Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued) – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect passenger compartment air filter. j Rotate tires.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Replace passenger compartment air filter. j For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). j Replace automatic transmission fluid hose (or every 45 months, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance j Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs j j j j j j j j first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) j Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) j If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed j j j previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. # Lubricate the parking brake lever and cable, suspension system and propeller shafts and steering wheel linkage. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven j j j j 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.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) j Change manual transmission fluid. j Change transfer case fluid. j Change differential fluid.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Replace passenger compartment air filter. j For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance j Inspect emission system hoses and replace as necessary. j j j j j An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect passenger compartment air filter. j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance j Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) j Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) j If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed j j j previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. Replace any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. An Emission Control Service. Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. D With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). D With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only if you push the key in farther, while turning it towards LOCK. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Throttle System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the 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 and cruise control cables. Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Power Steering System Transmission Fluid. Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Manual Transmission (All) and Transfer Case (Four-Wheel-Drive) Automatic Transmission DEXRONR-III Automatic GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Front Wheel Bearings Wheel Bearing Lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1051344 or equivalent). Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, SuperlubeR (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-55
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Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Customer Satisfaction Procedure X–08–0007–T yellowblue Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you are required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC - Customer Communication Centre 169-007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone: 905-644-4112 Fax: 905-644-4866 Caribbean Numbers 1-800-496-9
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program X–08–0005–T If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membership is free; however some services may incur costs.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1999 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealerships are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $30.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Service manuals, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue 1999 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 1 9 9 9 PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER yellowblue Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call 1-800-551-4123.
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Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 yellowblue Section 9 Index A ccessory Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . 6-3 Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 Adding Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 How it Works . . . . . . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Brake (Continued) Transmission Shift Interlock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47 Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Brakes, Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Braking in Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Damage Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Sheet Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 Dead Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Defects, Reporting Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 Defensive Driving . . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Exhaust, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 Exterior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 F abric Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Fifth Gear, Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8 Filling Your Tank . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 I gnition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignition Transmission Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inflation, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inspections Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Low, Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lowering and Raising the Canvas Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lubrication Service, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Luggage Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2-17 2-54 7-51 7-46 2-43 aintenance, Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Parking At Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Brake Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 With a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-52 Your Vehicle, Manual Transmission . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Restraints Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52 Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-37 Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Replacing Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Sheet Metal Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Shift Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14, 2-19 Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 Shifting Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Into Park (P) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Manual Transmission . . . . .
Second Printing for Chevrolet Tracker Owner’s Manual – 1999 Towing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Trailer Backing Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-51 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-50 Driving on Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-52 Driving with . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-50 Following Distance . . . . . .