Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
- Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil on page 10-8.
Once a Month
- Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10-43.
- Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10-48.
- Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid on page 10-19.
Engine Oil Change
When the %CHANGE DIC message displays,
have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven
under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate the ...
Other materials:
Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking
brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.
See Brake System Warning Light on page 5-15.
To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake
leve ...
Driving on Snow or Ice
Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating
less traction or grip.
Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32° F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting
in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads
can be treated with sal ...
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat
or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include:
Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
Shift to a lower gear whe ...
