Chevrolet Tavera User manual

Operation, Safety and Maintenance
Owner’s ManualOwner’s Manual

VEHICLE RECORD SHEET
Model Name
V.I.N.
Engine No.
Transmission No.
Battery Make
Address
Tyre Make
Tyre Location
Fr RH
Fr LH
Rr RH
Rr LH
Spare
Batch Code
Delivery Date
Battery Batchcode/Sl.No.
Registration No. Regn. Date
Color, Code No.
Key No.
City
Selling Dealer's Name
Address
Pin Code
Pin Code Selling Dealers Stamp
Owner's Name

Dear Customer,
Welcome to the Chevrolet family. We wish to thank you for choosing Chevrolet car.
It is our constant endeavor to provide you with products that offer excellent performance through out their ownership period. Which is
why, in addition to offering great cars, we have also set up an extensive, and very well equipped network of retailers and authorized service
centres across the country.
Naturally, these Chevrolet retailers knows everything there is to know about your car, and provides you with the best service possible. In
fact, every retailer is equipped with the most advanced technology, technicians specially trained by us, and genuine spares. Needless to
say, they are also committed to ensure your complete satisfaction.
So, please contact a Chevrolet retailer for any servicing need and make sure that only genuine spares are used for your car.
This manual will familiarize you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It will also provide you with important safety
information. Please do read it carefully and follow the recommendations. In fact, the manual is like a permanent part of your car. And it
would go a long way in ensuring a safe and trouble-free operation for your car.
Should you have any query please feel free to call our 24 hr. Helpline at 30308080 (Prefix local STD code when dialing from mobile
phone) or email us at : [email protected].
Happy Motoring

V or * :The asterisk and V in this manual,
signifyanitemofequipmentthatisnotincludedon
all vehicles. Such items include engine options,
model variations specific to one country, and
optionalequipment.
All information, illustrations, and specifications in
this manual are based on the latest product
informationavailableatthetimeofpublication.
General Motors India Pvt. Ltd. (GMI) reserves the
right to change specifications or designs at any
time without notice and without incurring
obligation.
This vehicle may not comply with the standards or
regulations of other countries. Before attempting
to register this vehicle in any other country, check
allapplicableregulationsandmakeanynecessary
modifications.
This manual describes the options and trims
available at the time of publication. Some of the
items covered may not apply to your vehicle.
Contact your CHEVROLET retailer for information
onoptionandtrimavailability.
Non-GMIGenuineparts and accessories have not
been examined or approved by GMI. We can
certify neither the suitability nor the safety of Non-
GMI genuine parts and accessories and are not
liablefordamagecausedbytheiruse.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please read this manual and follow the instructions carefully.
Throughout this manual you will find special notations:
• Warning •Caution •Note
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided,couldresultinseriousinjuryordeath.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injuries, or damage to your
vehicleorotherproperty. NOTE
NOTE indicates information which will assist you with maintenance or
otherinstructionsconcerningyourvehicle.
V or *
D
ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL
MT
PS
..........................For diesel engine models only.
..........................For manual transmission models only.
..........................For power steering models only.
.....................Variation (optional on some models).

Starting engine................................................................85
Before driving off.............................................................87
Stopping engine..............................................................89
Parking............................................................................89
Driving precautions .........................................................90
Driving for economy MT ................................................96
In case of emergency......................................................99
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE...................................110
Maintenance schedule..................................................111
Maintenance guide........................................................117
Recommended lubricants and diesel fuels ...................141
Lubrication.....................................................................143
Lubrication guide...........................................................146
MAIN DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS...........................151
Service and warranty ....................................................155
Retailer network............................................................180
IMPORTANT INFORMATION...........................................1
Location of chassis and engine number............................1
Overloading.......................................................................2
Operation of new vehicle...................................................3
Operation and care of vehicle...........................................5
Maintenance......................................................................5
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS...................................6
Steering column controls...................................................7
Instrument panel and controls.........................................14
Floor controls ..................................................................30
Others .............................................................................32
BEFORE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE..............................55
Operation of controls.......................................................55
Driver's check list (Regular inspection)...........................75
DRIVING.........................................................................85
Preparation for starting engine........................................85
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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The following information is important for the proper care and economical operation of your CHEVROLET vehicle and
shouldbethoroughlyunderstoodbeforeplacingitintoservice.
It is advisable to write down the chassis and engine number as they are required
when contacting your CHEVROLET retailer for repair services.
Chassis number is stamped on the left hand side of the chassis member behind
rear left wheel as indicated by arrow.
The VIN plate is fixed on the surface of front end upper panel as indicated by
arrow.
LOCATION OF VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) PLATE

Engine number D
The engine number is stamped / punched on the right side of the cylinder
block adjacent to oil filter.
OVERLOADING
Overloading not only shortens the service life of your vehicle, but also creates
seriouspotentialsafetyhazards.
WARNING
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OPERATIONOFNEWVEHICLE
The subsequent performance and the life of your vehicle are directly influenced
by the care and treatment that your vehicle receives during the initial break-in
period. It is therefore recommended that during the initial 1,000 km. break-in
period,thefollowingfewsimpleprecautionsbecarefullyobserved.
1. It is recommended that speed during the initial 1,000 km be
confinedtothefollowing.
Maximumallowablespeedineachgearduringbreak-inperiod.
Gear position
Speed (km/h)
1st
25
2nd
40
3rd
65
4th/5th
100

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2. After starting the engine, let it run for about 1 to 2 minutes with idle speed (avoid
accelerationordrivingoffthevehicle).
3. Avoid engineracing, abruptstartingand needlesshardstops.Thiswill allowyour
brakestobed-inproperly.