Chevrolet 1999 Lumina User Manual

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Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up
under your tires that they can actually ride on the water.
This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re
going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning,
it has little or no contact with the road.
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your
tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or
more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on
the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone
poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the
water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning.
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There
just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The
best advice is to slow down when it is raining.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
NOTICE:
If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or
standing water, water can come in through your
engine’s air intake and badly damage your
engine. Never drive through water that is slightly
lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you
can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive
through them very slowly.
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
D Besides slowing down, allow some extra following
distance. And be especially careful when you pass
another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room
ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted
by road spray.
D Have good tires with proper tread depth.
(See “Tires” in the Index.)

Chevrolet 1999 Lumina Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	1999 Lumina
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Seats and Restraint Systems

Safety Belts: They ickname for Everyone

Guidance on proper safety belt usage and important precautions.

Air Bag System

Explanation of the vehicle's air bag system and its operation.

Children

General information on the need for child protection in vehicles.

Features and Controls

Keys

Information on the ignition and door keys, and their functions.

Starting Your V6 Engine

Instructions for starting the vehicle's V6 engine.

Automatic Transaxle Operation

Explanation of how to operate the automatic transaxle.

Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

Comfort Controls

Details on operating heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Audio Systems

Introduction to the vehicle's audio system.

Playing a Compact Disc

Instructions for inserting and playing compact discs.

Your Driving and the Road

Defensive Driving

Essential advice for safe driving practices and hazard anticipation.

Drunken Driving

Discussion on the dangers and effects of alcohol on driving ability.

Braking

Details on braking action, perception time, and reaction time.

Skidding

Describes the three types of skids and how to avoid them.

Problems on the Road

Jump Starting

Safely starting a vehicle with a dead battery using jumper cables.

Towing Your Vehicle

Instructions and safety precautions for towing the vehicle.

Engine Overheating

Information on engine overheating and protective operating modes.

Service and Appearance Care

Fuel

Recommendations for gasoline octane and quality.

Engine Oil

Information on checking engine oil level and the Oil Life Monitor.

Tires

Information on vehicle tires, including warranty and quality grading.

Maintenance Schedule

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Details the maintenance services required and recommended schedules.

Part B: Owner Checks and Services

Services owners can perform to maintain vehicle safety and performance.

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Inspections recommended by dealers or qualified service centers.

Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow if concerns are not resolved by the dealership.

Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program

Information on the free roadside assistance program and its services.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA.

Index

Safety Belts

Information related to vehicle safety belts.

Towing a Trailer

Comprehensive guide to safe trailer towing practices.

Engine Overheating

Information on engine overheating and protective operating modes.