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Damaged wiper blades may I
1 prevent you from seeing well
enough to drive safely.
To avoid
damage, be sure to clear ice and
snow from the wiper blades before
using them.
If they're frozen to the
windshield, carefully loosen or thaw
them. If your blades do become
damaged, get new blades or blade
inserts.
Heavy snow or ice can overload your
wipers.
A circuit breaker will stop them
until the motor cools. Clear away snow 01
ice to prevent an overload.
Windshield Washer
At the top of the turn signal lever there's
a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To urlvmg wltnout wasner
spray washer fluid on the windshield, just ' ' L fluid can be dangerous. A
push the paddle. The washer will continue
to spray until you release the paddle. The
wipers
will clear the window and wipe a
few more times before stopping or
returning to the previous setting.
bad mud splash can block your
vision. You could hit another
vehicle
or go off the road.
Check your washer fluid level
often.
In freezing weather, don't use
your washer until the
windshield is warmed.
Otherwise
the washer fluid can
form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
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Driving a Long
Distance
Although most long trips today are made
on freeways, there are
still many made on
regular highways.
Long-distance driving on freeways and
regular highways
is the same in some
ways. The
trip has to be planned and the
vehicle prepared, you drive at
higher-than-city speeds, and there are
longer turns behind the wheel. You’ll
enjoy your trip more
if you and your
vehicle are
in good shape. Here are some
:ips for a successful long trip.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well
rested. If you must start when you’re not
fresh
- such as after a day’s work -
don’t plan to make too many miles that
first part of the journey. Wear comfortable
clothing and shoes you can easily drive
in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If
you keep
it serviced and maintained, it’s
ready to go. If
it needs service, have it
done before starting out. Of course, you’ll
find experienced and able service experts
in Chevrolet dealerships all across North
America. They’ll be ready and willing to
help
if you need it. Here
are some things you can check
before a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the
reservoir
full? Are all windows clean
inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good
shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:
Have you checked all levels?
Lights: Are they all working? Are the
lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a
safe, trouble-free trip.
Is the tread
good enough for long-distance
driving? Are the tires all inflated to
the recommended pressure?
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Maintenance Schedule
Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants (Cont.)
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USAGE
Key Lock Cylinders
Automatic Transmission
Shift Linkage
Clutch Linkage Pivot
Points
Floor Shift Linkage
Chassis Lubrication
Windshield Washer
Solvent
Windshield
& Wiper
Blades
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FLUID/LUBRICANT
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120) or synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine
oil or silicone lubricant
(GM Part No. 1052276 or 1052277).
Engine Oil.
Engine Oil.
Engine Oil.
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LI~ or OC-LB (GM Part No.
1052497) or equivalent.
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part
No. 1051515) or equivalent.
Clean with Bon-Ami Powder@
(GM Part No. 105001 1).
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Index
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Ventilation .................... 112
Ventilation System. Flow-Through
. 114
Ventilation Tips
................ 114
Vision. Night
................. 153
Visor Vanity Mirror. Covered
...... 94
Visors. Sun
.................... 94
Voltmeter
.................... 103
Devices. Other
.............. 184
Hazard Flashers
............. 184
Lights. Gages and Indicators
.... 99
Safety
....................... 7
Vehicle Damage
............... 8
Washer Fluid. Windshield
....... 243
Washer. Windshield
............. 79
Washing Your Vehicle
.......... 270 Weatherstrips
................. 272
Weight
of the Trailer ........... 175
Weight. Total on Your Vehicle’s Tires
...................... 176
Wheel Nut Torque
............. 281
Wheels Weight of the Trailer Tongue
..... 176
Alignment and Tire Balance
... 262
Aluminum
................. 271
Replacement
................ 263
Tilt
........................ 76
Used Replacement
........... 264
Where to Put the Restraint
(Children and Safety Belts)
..... 36
Why Safety Belts Work
.......... 17 Windows
..................... 75
Defogging and Defrosting
...... 112
Manual
..................... 75
Power
...................... 76
Rear Defogger
............... 114
And Wiper Blades. Cleaning the Outside of the
. . 270
Washer
..................... 79
Washer Fluid
............... 243
Wipers
..................... 78
Winter Driving
................ 170
Wipers. Windshield
............. 78
Your Driving and the Road
..... 131
Your Own Signals
............. 135
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