Chevrolet 2006 Monte Carlo User Manual

Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an
automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire
cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum
or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle
equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels
through an automatic car wash that uses silicone
carbide tire cleaning brushes.
Do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.
Tires
To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner.
Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on your vehicle may damage the paint
finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing,
always wipe off any overspray from all painted
surfaces on your vehicle.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop
applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the
corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the
finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal
will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair
expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up
materials available from your GM dealer. Larger areas
of finish damage can be corrected in your GM
dealer’s body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust
control can collect on the underbody. If these are not
removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the
underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan,
and exhaust system even though they have corrosion
protection.
At least every spring, flush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of
the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can
do this for you.
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Chevrolet 2006 Monte Carlo Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	2006 Monte Carlo
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Safety Warnings and Symbols

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Safety Belts

How to use safety belts properly and what not to do with them.

Child Restraints

Guidance for older children who have outgrown booster seats.

Airbag System

Description of frontal and side impact airbags and their locations.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Theft-Deterrent Systems

How to activate and disarm the content theft-deterrent alarm system.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gages, and indicators on the instrument panel cluster.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

How the DIC displays messages, system information, and vehicle status.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Defensive Driving

Principles of defensive driving, including anticipating hazards and maintaining following distance.

Drunken Driving

Dangers of drinking and driving, its effects on driving abilities, and factors influencing BAC.

Braking

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Traction Control System (TCS)

Towing a Trailer

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Engine Oil

How to check engine oil level using the dipstick, emphasizing warm engine and level ground.

Tires

Inflation - Tire Pressure

Importance of correct tire pressure and consequences of under-inflation or over-inflation.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Scheduled Maintenance

Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Roadside Assistance Program

Overview of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program and services provided.