1993 CHEVROLET LUMINA towing

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Towing from the Rear-
Vehicle Hook-up
Before hooking up to a tow truck, be
sure to read all the information on
Towing Your Chevrolet, including
towing speeds, earlier in this section.
1. Attach T-hook chains on both sides
in the slotted holes in the bottom of
the floor pan support rails just ahead
of the rear wheels.
2. Position the lower sling crossbar just
ahead
of the rear bumper.
3. Attach a separate safety chain around I
the outboard end of each lower
control arm.
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What you don’t want to do when your
vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels.
The method
known as “rocking” can
help you get out when you’re stuck, but
you must use caution.
CAUTION I
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If you let your tires spin at
high speed, they can explode
and you or others could be injured.
And, the transaxle or other parts of
the vehicle can overheat. That
could cause an engine compartment
fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as
possible. Don’t spin the wheels
above
35 mph (56 km/h) as shown
on the speedometer. Spinning your wheels can destroy
parts of
your vehicle as well as tht
tires. If you spin the wheels too
fast while shifting your transaxle
back and forth,
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Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out:
First, turn your steering wheel left and
right. That will clear the area around
your front wheels. Then shift back and
forth between
R (Reverse) and a
forward gear (or with a manual
transaxle, between First or Second gear and Reverse), spinning the wheels as
little as possible. Release the accelerator
pedal while you shift, and press lightly
on the accelerator pedal when the
transaxle is in gear. If that doesn’t get
you out after a few tries, you may need
to be towed out.
If you do need to be towed out, see the
Index under Towing Your Chevrolet.

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Is any of these true for your vehicle?
Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km).
Most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to-
door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic).
You operate your vehicle in dusty areas.
You tow a trailer. (With some models, you shouldn’t ever
If any one (or more)
of these is true for your driving, follow
Schedule I. tow
a trailer. See the
Index under Towing a Trailer.)
Schedule I1
Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the above conditions is
true.

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Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.)
Schedule I
Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is
MAINLY driven under
one or more of
the following conditions:
When most trips are less than 4 miles
When most trips are less than 10
(6 km)
miles (16 km) and outside
temperatures remain below freezing.
When most trips include extended
idling and/or frequent low-speed
operation, as
in stop-and-go traffic.
When towing a trailer.**
When operating in dusty areas.
Schedule I should also be followed if
the vehicle is used for delivery service,
police,
taxi or other commercial
applications.
* An Emission Control Service.
Irr The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has
determined that the failure to perform 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 performed at the
indicated intervals and the maintenance be
recorded in Section
E: Maintenance Record.
ITEM
NO.
TO BE SERVICED
See .?Zaplanation ofSch&d Mairueme
Services following Schedules I and I[.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometem) or Months
(whichever
occumjmt). I
2 Chassis Lubrication I
Ti and Wheel Rotation and Inspection At 6,000 Miles (lo OOO km) and then every l5,OOO
Miles (25 000 km) or as necessary. I
Camshaft Ti Belt Inspection
(3.4L Engine, VIN Code X)*
At 60,000 miles (lo0 OOO km) and then every
lspoo miles (25 ooo km). I
10 I ' Spark Plug Wire Inspeaion** I Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km). I
12 Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System
Inspection (2.2L Code 4 and 3.4L Code X
engines only)**
Every 30,OW Miles (50 OOO km). I
14 I Fuel Tank, Cap & Lines Inspection** I Every 30,000 Miles (50 OOO km). I1 I I

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trailer. See the Index under Towing a Trailer.

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NO. SERVICE
6 Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection (3.4L Code X
engine only)*-Inspect for cracks, wear or oiliness.
Check tensioner for proper operation. See the
service manual.
(To purchase a service manual,
see the
Index under Service Publications.)
Replace parts as needed.
Cooling System Service*-Drain, flush and refill
the system with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming to
GM Specification 1825M. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See the
Index under Coolant. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine
operating temperature.
7
8
Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked,
swollen or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose
clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air
conditioning condenser. Wash the pressure cap
and neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a
pressure test of both the cooling system and the
pressure cap.
Transaxle Service-For manual transaxles, fluid
doesn’t require changing.
For automatic transaxles, change both the fluid
and filter every 15,000 miles (25
000 km) if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more
of
these conditions:
ITEM
NO.
9
10
11
SERVICE
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing. (With some
models you shouldn’t ever tow a trailer. See the
Index under Towing a Trailer.)
Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, change both the fluid and filter every
100,000 miles
(160 000 km).
Spark Plug Replacement*-Replace spark plugs
with the proper type. See the
Index under
Replacement Parts.
Spark Plug Wire Inspection*+Inspect for
burns, cracks
or other damage. Check the boot fit
at the coils and at the spark plugs. Replace wires
as needed.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation System
Inspection*-Inspect system for proper function.
Replace any
worn, plugged or collapsed hoses or
seals. Replace valve only if necessary.
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Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet’s strong
commitment to customer satisfaction,
Chevrolet is excited
to announce the
establishment of the Chevrolet/Geo
Roadside Assistance Center. As the
owner of a 1993 ChevroleVGeo,
membership in Roadside Assistance is
free.
24-Hour Roadside Assistance
Number
Roadside Assistance is available 24
hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling
This toll-free number
will provide you
over-the-phone roadside assistance with
minor mechanical problems.* If your
problem cannot be resolved over the
phone, our advisors have access to a
nationwide network of dealer-
recommended service providers. The
following services are available:
Towing
Locksmith
Tire repair
1-800-CHEV
USA (1-800-243-8872).
Glass replacement
Rental car or taxi
Additional services
as necessary
In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 for
details on Roadside Assistance.
The Roadside Assistance Center uses
companies that
will provide you with
quality and priority service. When
roadside services are required, our
advisors will explain
any payment
obligations that may be incurred for
utilizing outside services.
For prompt assistance when calling,
please have the following available to
give to the advisor:
Vehicle Identification Number
License plate number
Vehicle color
Vehicle location
Telephone number where you can be
Vehicle mileage
Description of problem
reached
Please refer to the Roadside Assistance
brochure inside your portfolio for full
program details.

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Braking in Emergencies ................... 131
“BreakIn,” New Vehicle
Braking Technique
........................... 126
Normal Driving
................................ 51
When Towing a Trailer .................. 155
Buckling Up (see
Safety Belts)
Bulb Replacement
Back-up Light
................................ 223
Center High-Mounted Stoplight
............................... 221, 251
Front Park and Turn Signal ........... 220
Front Sidemarker
........................... 221
Headlight
............................... 219, 251
Taillight
.................................. 222, 251
. C apacities and Specifications ....... 247
Carbon Monoxide in
Exhaust
............................... 67, 68, 153
Cassette Tape Player (see
Audio Systems)
Center Lap Belts (see Safety Belts)
Chains, Tire ............................ 187, 231
Changing a Flat Tire
......................... 181 Checking
Brake Fluid
.................................... 216
Engine Coolant
.............................. 173
Engine
Oil ...................................... 201
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
.................. 210
Power Steering Fluid
..................... 214
Safety Belt Systems
.......................... 41
Things Under the Hood ................. 196
Transaxle Fluid Automatic
..................................... 206
Manual .......................................... 209
Child Restraints .................................. 30
Children ............................................. 29
Cigarette Lighter
................................ 82
Circuit Breakers
& Fuses ................ 241
City Driving ..................................... 143
Cleaner, Air
............................. 205, 254
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels ......................... 237
Antenna
......................................... 114
Cassette Player and Tapes
............. 113
Compact Discs ............................... 114
Fabric .............................................. 233
Fiberglass Springs
........................... 239
Glass
............................................... 236
Inside of Your Chevrolet ................ 233 Outside
of Your Chevrolet
............. 236
Safety Belts
.................................... 235
Special Problems
........................... 234
Stains
.............................................. 234
Underbody Maintenance
............... 238
Vinyl or Leather
.............................. 235
Warnings ......................................... 232
Weatherstrips
................................. 237
White Sidewall Tires
..................... 237
Windshield and Wiper Blades
...... -236
Clock, Setting the
............................ 103
Clusters, Instrument Panel ............... 86
Clutch, Hydraulic
Adding Fluid
.......................... 210, 249
Checking Fluid
............................... 210
Air Conditioning
............................... 99
Heating .............................................. 98
Ventilation ...................................... 102
Compact Disc Player (see
Audio Systems)
Compact Spare Tire ......................... 187
Compartments, Storage ..................... 82
Console Storage Armrest
................... 82
Control of a Vehicle .......................... 125
Convenience Net ............................... 50
Comfort Controls