User manual CHEVROLET PRIZM 1995

[. . . ] I The . I995Geo Prizm Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Featuresandcontrols This section explains how to start and operate your Geo. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. YourDrivingandtheRoad Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. [. . . ] Afterdriving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think yougoing are slower than you actuallyare. 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full?Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lamps: Are they all working?Are the lenses clean? 0 0 0 0 Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you're ready. Try to well rested. If you be must start when you're notfresh -- such as after a day's work -- don't plan to make many miles thatfirst part too of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Should you delay your a short trip time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 0 0 4-20 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition "highway as hypnosis"?Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch road with of the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that make you sleepy. Don't let can it happen to you!If it does, your vehiclecan leave the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. Then here are some tips: 0 Hill and Mountain Roads Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Driving on steep hills or mountains is differentfrom driving in flator rolling terrain. 0 0 If you get sleepy, pull offthe road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 4-2 1 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 moreenjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also thebrakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. Theseparts can work hard on mountain roads. 0 Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this:let your engine do someof the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or longhill. 0 Know how to uphill. The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle, and you can climb the hill better. Stay in your ownlane when driving on two-lane roads in hillsor mountains. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. 0 As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examplesare long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Bealert to these and take appropriate action. 4-22 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Geo in good shape for winter. YOU may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washerfluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to helpprovide traction. [. . . ] The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality priority service. When roadside and services are required, our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may incurred for utilizing outside services. be For prompt assistance when calling, please havethe following information available to giveto the advisor: 0 Vehicle Identification Number 0 Roadside Basic Care services ( soutlined above) a Plus: 0 0 0 FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost on the road or lockedinside) FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) License plate number 0 0 Vehicle color Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached 0 Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus, or other transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to 5 days, OR Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by another person (i. e. , friend, neighbor, etc. ) in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair upto 5 days. Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet/Geo dealership service management. [. . . ]