User manual CHEVROLET LUMINA 1997

[. . . ] 1 '997 / 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 R'S 1? Supplement to the1997 Chevrolet Lumina and Monte Carlo Owner's Manuals This is a correction to informationfound on page 2-34and 2-35 (Lumina)and page 2-34 (Monte Carlo). Daytime Running Lamps Automatic / Headlamp Control Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn't covered. The DRL system will make your high-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when: The ignition is on, The headlamp switch is off and The parking brake is released. When the DRL are only your reduced intensity on, high-beam headlamps will be on. [. . . ] label tells youthe proper size, The speed rating and recommended inflation pressuresfor the tires on your vehicle. also gives you It important information about the numberof people that can be in your vehicleand the total weight you carry. This can includes the weight all occupants, cargo and all of nonfactory-installed options. 4-29 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U. S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, A N D THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. i Do not load your vehicle any heavrer the than GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or itcan changethe way your vehicle handles. Also, overloading canshorten the life of your vehicle. The other label is Certification label, found onthe the rear edge of the driver's door. tells you the gross It weight capacityof your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicleor the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) either the front or for rear axle. If you do have a heavy load, spread it out. Don't carry more than 167 pounds (75 kg) in your trunk. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, -tools, packages or anything -- they will go as fast as else the vehicle goes. If have to stop or turn quickly, or you if there is a crash, they'll keep going. 4-30 Towing a Trailer Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. 0 Put things inthe trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. 0 Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. 0 Don't leave an unsecured childrestraint in your vehicle. 0 When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. If you don't usethe correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed the all steps in this section. Ask your Chevrolet dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. -- NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not coveredby your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your Chevrolet dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. 4-31 Your vehicle can tow a trailer if is equipped with it proper towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that appears later in this section. [. . . ] 2-10 2-10 Release, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TTYUsers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals. . 2-28 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . [. . . ]