Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
- Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for
the first 805 km (500 mi).
Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
- Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow thisAvoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.
Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different positions.
The uplevel key must be fully extended to start the vehicle.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the regular brake
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Other materials:
Seat Adjustment
Manual Seats
To adjust the seat:
Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat.
Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.
Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3-5.
Seat Height A ...
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification
can be obtained from your dealer.
Usage
Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil
Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper
SAE viscosity grade. L ...
Dinghy Towing (with Manual Transmission)
To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground:
Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the towing vehicle.
Shift the transmission to Neutral.
Turn the ignition to ACC/ ACCESSORY.
Caution
If 113 km/h (70 mph) is exceeded while towing the vehicle ...
