Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, master cylinder, brake fluid reservoir, vacuum pipes, electric vacuum pump including bracket and vent hose, if equipped.
Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint boots and axle seals for leaks.
Wheels and Trim-Aluminum or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels.
After rinsing thoroughly with clean water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
A wax may then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and ...
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel fuel door
hinge, unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make the ...
Other materials:
Shifting out of Park
This vehicle is equipped with a shift lock control. The shift lock control is
designed to:
Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) with
the shift lever button fully released.
Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park) unless the ignition
is in ON/RUN ...
Emergency
With Automatic Crash Response, the OnStar system can automatically connect to
an OnStar Emergency Advisor. The built-in system can automatically connect to help
in certain crashes.
Press to connect to an OnStar Emergency
Advisor. GPS technology is used to identify the vehicle location and ca ...
Accessories and Modifications
Adding non-dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect
vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability,
ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems
like antilock brakes, traction control, a ...