Service & Appearance Care
I What to Do with Used Oil:
Us& engine oil contains things
- L that have mused skin cancer in
laboratory animals. Don’t let used
oil stay on your skin for very long.
Clean your skin and nails with soap
and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Wash or properly throw away
clothing or rags containing used
engine oil.
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Used oil can be a real threat to the
environment.
If you change your own oil,
be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever
dispose
of oil by putting it in the trash,
pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies
of water. Instead,
recycle it by taking it to a place that
collects used oil. If you have a problem
properly disposing of your used oil, ask
your dealer, a service station
or a local
recycling center for help.
air Cleaner 3.4L L32 (Code S)
tefer to the Maintenance Schedule to
letermine when to replace the air filter.
iee “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ in
he Index.
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Operating the engine with the
L , air cleaner off can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops flame
if the engine backfires.
If it isn’t
there, and the engine backfires,
you
could be burned. Don’t drive with it
off, and be careful working on the
engine with the air cleaner
off.
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mII
.
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire
can cause
a damaging engine fire.
And,
dirt can easily get into your
engine, which
will damage i+
Always have the air c1-n-r
when
you’re driving.
Air Filter Replacement
To
remove the air filter:
1. Remove the two plastic pins by
pulling them straight
up.
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Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1 163C
Battery
........................................................ 75-60
Engine Oil Filter VINEngineCodeS
............................................. PF47
VINEngineCodeP
............................................. PF25
FuelFilter
...................................................... GF578
PCV Valve
VINEndingeCodeS
......................................... CV789C
VIN Engine Code
P . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CV895C
Radiatorcap
................................................... RC24
Spark Plug VIN Engine Code
S . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . oR43TSK (0.045 ” Gap)
VIN Engine
Code P . . . . . . . , . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . oR45LTSP (0.050” Gap)
Thermostat Temperature Specification
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180°F (82°C)
Wheel Nuts
Wheel Nut Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . 100 lb. ft. (140 Nom)
281 =
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Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.)
Eirplanation of Scheduled Maintenance Semices
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I
and Schedule 11.
The proper fluids and lubricants
to use are listed in Section
D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
1 Engine Oil and Filter Change* - Always use SG
Energy Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity. The
SG designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as
SGKC, SG/CD,
or SF, SG, CC, etc. To determine the preferred
viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE
5W-30 or 10W-30), see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
2 Chassis Lubrication - If your vehicle is equipped
with grease fittings, lubricate the suspension and
steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift
linkage. parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done
before
you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code, see ‘‘Engine Identification” in the Index.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
3 Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection - For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your tires
following the instructions in this manual. See “Tires, Inspection and Rotation’’
in the Index.
Check the tires for uneven wear or damage. If
you
see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel
alignment. Check for damaged wheels also.
Inspect the belt for cracks, fraying, wear and proper
tension. Replace
as needed.
4 Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection* -
I
*An Emission Control Service.
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ITEM
NO. SERVICE
9 Air Cleaner Filter and Crankcase Ventilation
Filter Replacement*
- Replace every 30,000 miles
(50 OOO km) or more often under dusty conditions.
Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals
for your driving conditions.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
10 Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspections** -
Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails
and injection assembly,
if equipped) for damage or
leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck
imprint or any damage. Replace parts as needed.
Periodic replacement of
the fuel filter is not
required.
*An Emission Control Service.
fr The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to per$orm this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty
or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended
maintenance services be per$ormed
at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record. ’’
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Index
Adding Coolant .............. 240
Add-on Electrical Equipment
.... 275
AirBags
...................... 25
How the System Works
........ 27
Servicing Your Chevrolet with
the System
................ 30
System Light
................ 26
Air Cleaner
................... 230
Air Conditioner Controls
......... 11 2
Air Control Knob
............... 110
Air Filter Replacement
.......... 231
Alignment and Tire Balance.
Wheel
..................... 262
Aluminum Wheels
............. 271
AM ......................... 127 AM/FM Stereo
With Cassette Tape Player
...... 1 17
With Compact Disc Player.
Delco-Base@ ............. 12 1
AM Stereo ................... 128
Antenna. Fixed Mast
........... 129
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
......... 143
System Warning Light
........ 101
To Use
.................... 144
Appearance Care
.............. 265
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials
........ 274
Appearance Care. Service and
.... 217
Ashtray and Lighter
............. 94
Ashtray. Front
................. 94
Audio Systems
................. 11 5
Audio Systems. Comfort Controls and
................ 109 Automatic Transmission
......... 62
Automatic Transmission Fluid
.... 233
Axle. Limited-Slip Rear
.......... 70
Axle. Rear
................... 237
Backing Up (with a Trailer)
..... 178
Balance. Wheel Alignment
and Tire
................... 262
Battery
...................... 246
Beams. High
.................. 154
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
... 163
Belt. Lap-Shoulder
.............. 21
Better Business Bureau MediatiodArbitration Program
GM Participation
in ........ 316
Bi-Level Heating
............... 111
Blizzard. If You’re Caught in a ... 172
Box. Glove .................... 92
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Rainy Weather Tips. Some Other
..................... 157
Rear Axle
.................... 237
Rear Axle. Limited-Slip
.......... 70
Rear Drum Brakes
............. 145
Rear Seat Passengers (Safety Belts)
...................... 32
Rear Seatback. Folding
.......... 15
Rear Towing Hook-Ups
......... 192
Rear Window Defogger
.......... 1 14
Reclining Front Seatbacks
........ 13
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
................. 305
Recovery. Off-Road
............ 149 Release
Hatch
...................... 51
Hood
...................... 223
Remote Hatch
................ 51
Reminder. Lights On
............ 85
Remote Hatch Release ........... 51
Replacement Bulbs
(Part Numbers)
.............. 279
Replacement Air Filter
................... 231
Bulb (Service)
.............. 247
Parts
...................... 281
Wheel
..................... 263
Wheels. Used
............... 264
Reminder Light. Safety Belt
...... 20
Replacing Brake System Parts .... 246 Replacing Safety Belts after
Reporting Safety Defects a Crash
..................... 45
To General Motors ........... 319
To the Canadian Government . . 3 18
To the United States
Government
.............. 318
Checking Your System
......... 45
Child
....................... 36
Head
....................... 14
Where to Put the
.............. 36
Road Signs
................... 132
Color of
................... 132
Shapeof
................... 133
Symbols
on ................. 134
Road. Problems
on the .......... 183
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