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Chevrolet 1980 Chevrolet Citation User Manual

Chevrolet 1980 Chevrolet Citation
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1980
CHEVROLET
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Contains Important Operating,
Safety and Maintenance Instructions.
Keep
with
car
at
all
times.

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Chevrolet 1980 Chevrolet Citation Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandChevrolet
Model1980 Chevrolet Citation
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SECTION 1 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CHEVROLET

Driver Daily Checklist

Pre-drive checks for windows, mirrors, lights, fluids, and securing items.

Before Driving Off

Adjust seat/mirrors, fasten belts, check gauges and parking brake.

KEYS

Information on ignition and other keys, key codes, and security practices.

DOOR LOCKS

SEAT CONTROLS

Adjustment of Seat Position

How to adjust manually operated front seats forward or rearward.

Multi-Position Reclining Seat

Tilting seatbacks forward/rearward and safety precautions for reclining.

SEAT BELTS

Front Seat Lap-Shoulder Belt

Instructions on how to properly fasten and position the lap-shoulder belt.

Front Seat Lap-Shoulder Belt Operation

Details on belt locking, tension relievers, and proper fit for safety.

Restraint Of Pregnant Women

Guidelines for pregnant women using lap-shoulder belts.

Rear Seat Lap Belt Usage

Instructions for rear seat passengers to use lap belts correctly.

Rear Seat Lap Belt Usage

Seat Belt Inspection

Child Restraint

Recommendations for using GM infant and child restraint systems.

Child Restraint

Trailer Towing

General information on towing trailers, affecting handling and durability.

TRAILER TOWING

Trailer Towing Tips

Cautions and tips for trailer towing, including brakes and hitches.

SECTION 2 STARTING AND OPERATING

Engine Exhaust Gas Caution (Carbon Monoxide)

Hazards of carbon monoxide and precautions for ventilation.

Engine Running While Parked

Safety advice for idling vehicles and maintaining ventilation.

New Car "Break-In" Period

Fuel Requirements

Using unleaded gasoline for emission control and engine care.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT FUEL ECONOMY

Fuel Selection

Using correct unleaded gasoline for emission control and engine life.

STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

TURN SIGNAL AND MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

STARTING THE ENGINE

Cold Engine

Starting procedures for L-4 and V-6 engines when cold.

Warm Engine

Starting procedures for warm engines based on engine code.

If Engine Fails To Start

Troubleshooting steps if the engine does not start or is flooded.

TRANSAXLE

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES

Shift Positions and Operation

Explanation of shift positions (P, R, N, D, L2, L) and operation.

4-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLE

Driving Precautions - Manual Transaxles

Precautions for clutch usage, shifting, and stopping on upgrades.

Proper Shift Points for Manual Transaxle

POWER STEERING

Cruise Control

How to engage, increase, decrease, and disengage cruise control.

Cruise Control

FLOOR CONTROLS

Braking System

General description of the brake system's performance.

Braking System

Power Brakes

Operation and loss of power assist for brakes.

Parking Brake

Clutch Pedal

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

Indicator Lights

Engine Temperature Indicator Light

Red TEMP indicator for engine overheating warnings.

Brake System Warning Light

Brake warning light function and checks.

Brake System Warning Light

Troubleshooting Overheating Light

What to do if the brake warning light stays on.

"Check Engine" Light

Function of the 'CHECK ENGINE' light for emission control issues.

Engine Temperature Gage

Light Switch

VENTILATION SYSTEM

HEATER SYSTEM

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Air Selector Lever

RADIOS

OTHER CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Folding Rear Seat

CARGO COVER

ROOF LUGGAGE CARRIER

SECTION 3 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

Emergency Starting

Notice about potential damage from push/tow starting.

Jump Starting

Detailed safety precautions and procedure for jump starting a dead battery.

Jump Starting

Jumper Cable Connection Instructions

Steps for connecting jumper cables safely.

Starting the Discharged Vehicle

Steps to start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Engine Overheating

What to do if the engine overheats.

Engine Cooling System

Overheating Light Remains On

Steps to take if the engine overheating light remains on.

Instructions for Changing a Tire

JACKING

Compact Spare

Towing

Freeing Vehicle from Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice

SECTION 4 APPEARANCE CARE

REMOVAL OF SPECIFIC STAINS

CARE AND CLEANING OF EXTERIOR

SECTION 5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

C-4 Emission Control System

Details of the C-4 system, oxygen sensor, and unleaded gasoline use.

C-4 Emission Control System

Engine Oil & Filter Recommendations

API designations for engine oils and recommended change intervals.

Engine Oil & Filter Recommendations

Checking Oil Level

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID RECOMMENDATIONS

Check the Fluid Level with care

Procedure to check automatic transmission fluid level.

ELECTRIC FAN

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Cooling System Maintenance

Checking coolant level and ensuring proper freeze protection.

Coolant Replacement

Manual Transaxle

Power Steering System

TIRES

Vehicle Loading

Inflation Pressure

Effects of incorrect tire inflation on tire life and vehicle performance.

TIRE LOAD AND INFLATION PRESSURES

Alignment and Balance

Traction

Tire Replacement

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

SECTION 6 OWNER ASSISTANCE

Dealership Management Complaint Resolution

First step: resolve issues with dealership management.

Zone Office Complaint Resolution

Second step: contact Zone Office for unresolved dealership issues.

Consumer Relations Complaint Resolution

Third step: contact Chevrolet Central Office for further assistance.

CHEVROLET ZONE OFFICE ADDRESSES

SECTION 7 SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

REPLACEMENT PARTS

FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

GENERAL DATA

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