Chevrolet Lacetti Quiz
Driving the Vehicle

Automatic Transaxle Fail-Safe Program

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Introduction — 3Seats and Passive Safety Systems — 30Instruments and Controls — 102Driving the Vehicle — 51Climate Control — 21RDS Radio with Multi-Disc CD Player — 44RDS Audio Unit with CD Player — 42Roadside Emergencies — 8Maintenance and Service — 24Tread Wear Indicators — 28Vehicle Maintenance — 3Technical Information — 16
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If a malfunction occurs in the automatic transaxle, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate.

Refer to "MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP".

In this case, automatic shifting is disabled or shifting becomes harsher than normal.

At the first opportunity, take the vehicle to an authorized Chevrolet dealer for inspection and repair.

A serious malfunction in the automatic transaxle will prevent gear shifting.

If the MIL remains illuminated after starting the engine and the transaxle does not shift out of the IP position, perform the following:

1. Switch off the ignition.

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Carefully insert the key into the shift lever release slot on the center console in front of the gear position indicator.

4. Move the shift lever to the neutral position.

5. Insert the key into the ignition switch and start the engine.

6. Move the shift lever to the required position and take the vehicle to an authorized Chevrolet dealer for inspection and repair.

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