Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5-18.
If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5.
If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, do not continue to run the engine. Have the vehicle serviced.
Caution
Running the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire. Vehicle damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
Caution
This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to
follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
If no problem is found, check to see if coo ...
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
Warning
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 aw ...
Other materials:
Blizzard Conditions
Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless
there is help nearby.
If possible, use Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page
13-5.
To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe:
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
Tie a red cloth t ...
Smartphone Link (Stitcher)
Some images and explanations may vary by phone operating systems, versions, and/or
application (App) versions.
Using Stitcher
Install the Stitcher application on the smartphone.
Connect the smartphone to the infotainment system through the USB port or
Bluetooth wireless technology.
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Head Restraints
Warning
With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a
crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
Adjust the head restraint so tha ...
