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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Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is removed from the ignition.
The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct
key. The key uses a ...
All-Season Tires
This vehicle may come with all-season tires. These tires are designed to provide
good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions. Original
equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification
code molded onto the sidewall. Origi ...
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
For vehicles with the RKE transmitter, it may work up to 60m (195 ft) away from
the vehicle.
Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for
the ignition and all locks.
Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors and the liftgate.
Press to lock all doors ...
