1993 CHEVROLET S10 maintenance

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f993 Chevrolet Sf0 Pickup
Owner's Manual
Welcome
This manual was pre.pared to acquaint you with the operarlon and
maintenance of your
1993 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup and to .provide imponant
safety information. There is also a Chevrolet Truck Warranty an\
d Owner
Assistance Information booklet. In some vehicles, there can be information
manuals from other manufacturers like body builders or special \
equipment
companies. We urge you to review all these publications carefully. This will
help you enjoy safe and trouble-free operation of your vehicle.
When
it comes to service, keep in mind that your Chevrolet dealer knows
your vehicle best and
is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your dealer
invites you to return for all of your service needs both during and after the
warranty period.
Remember,
if you have a concern and need help handling it to your
satisfaction, see the procedure in' the Chevrolet Truck Warranty and Owner
Assistance Information booklet.
Thanks for choosing a Chevrolet product. We value you as a member of the
Chevrolet family. We want to assure you of our continuing interest in your
pleasure and satisfaction with your vehicle.
Chevrolet Motor Division
General Motors Corporation
30007 Van Dyke Ave.
Warren, Michigan
0 Copyright 7992 General Motors Corporation, Chevrolet Motor Division.
All Rights Reserved
Second Edition Printed in
U. S.A.

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This section tells you how to use your manual and includes
safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols.
‘II
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts
1 properly.
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
’ This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort
controls and how to operate your audio system,
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and
how to drive under different conditions.
This section tells you what to
do if you have a problem while
driving, such as a
flat tire or engine overheating.
’ Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running
properly and looking good.
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This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and
what fluids and lubricants to use.
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1 This section tells you how to contact your GM division for
assistance and how to get service publications.
It also gives
you information on “Reporting Safety Defects”,
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this
I manual. You can line it to quickly find something you want to
Illrcl. read.
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Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first
receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the \
features and
controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words
work together to explain things quickly.
INDEX: A good place to
look for what you need is the Index in back of the
manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all that’s in the manual, and the page
number where you’ll find it.
SECTIONS
1-6: Each section of this manual begins with a brief list of its
contents,
so you can often find at a glance if a section contains the
information you want.
SECTION
7: This section of the manual covers the maintenance required for
your vehicle.
SECTION
8: CUSTOMER A -3lSTANCE: This section includes important
information about Reporting Safety Defects and gives you details\
about the
“Roadside Assistance” program. You will also find customer satisfaction phone
numbers (including customer satisfaction numbers for the hearing\
and speech
impaired) as well as the mediatiodarbitration procedure. We’ve also included
ordering information for service publications
in this section.
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ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. You’ll want\
to slow
down when you see an orange sign, as part
of the road may be closed off
or torn up, And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles \
around, too.
GREEN is used to guide the driver. Green signs may indicate upcoming
freeway exits or show the direction you should turn to reach \
a particular place.
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BLUE signs with white letters show motorists’ services.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Remember: The rear wheel antilock braking system (RWAL) helps \
avoid only
a rear braking skid. In a braking skid (where the front wheels \
are no longer
rolling), release enough pressure on the brakes to get the front wheels rolling
again. This restores steering control. Push the brake pedal dow\
n steadily
when you have to stop suddenly. As long as the front wheels \
are rolling, you
will have steering control. Steer the way you want to go.
Off-Road Driving with Your FoutNVheel
Drive Vehick
This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive.\
Also, see
“Antilock Brakes’’ in the Index.
If your vehicle doesn’t have four-wheel drive,
you shouldn’t drive off-road unless you’re on a level, so\
lid surface.
Off-road driving can be great fun. But it does have some definite hazards.
The greatest of these is the terrain itself.
“Off-roading” means you’ve left the great North American\
road system behind.
Traffic lanes aren’t marked. Curves aren’t banked. There a\
re no road signs.
Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. In short, \
you’ve gone right
back to nature.
Off-road driving involves some new skills. And that’s why it’s very important
that you read this guide. You’ll find many driving tips and suggestio\
ns. These
will help make your off-road driving safer and more enjoyable. \
Before You Go Off-Roading
There are some things to do before you go outi For example, be sure to
have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Be sure \
you read all
the information about your four-wheel drive vehicle in this man\
ual.
Is there
enough fuel?
Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are the fluid levels up where
they should be? What are the local laws that apply to off-roading where you’ll
be driving?
If you don’t know, you should check with law enforcement people\

in the area. Will you be on someone’s private land?
If so, be sure to get the
necessary permission.
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
There are some important things to remember about how to load your
vehicle.
The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear
Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on the off-road terrain
axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can.
doesn’t toss things around.
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After Off-Road Driving
Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbodv\
. chassis, or
under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard.
After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned\
and checked.
These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check th\
e body
structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust syste\
m for damage.
Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage.\

Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off-road use.\
Refer to
the Maintenance Schedule for additional information.
Driving at Night
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Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some
drivers are likely
to be impaired-by alcohol or drugs, with night vision
problems, or by fatigue.
Here are some tips on night driving.
Drive defensively. Remember, this is the most dangerous time.
Don’t drink and drive (See “Drunken Driving” in the Index for more on
this problem.)
Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights
behind you.
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2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a \
trailer. See
the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are esp\
ecially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t ove\
rfill),
engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system, and brake adj\
ustment. Each of
these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them
quickly.
If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections before
you start your trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
Trailer Light Wiring
See “Trailer Wiring Harness” in the Index.
Power Winches
If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only use it when your
vehicle is stationary or anchored.
NOTICE
Use the regular brakes, set the parking brake Or UIWK ihe wheels IW keep
your vehicle from rolling.
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Battery ........................................................................\
.......................................... 6-31
Vehicle Storage
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........................... 6-31
Bulb Replacement
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....................... 6-31
Other Maintenance Items
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........... 6-34
Loading Your Vehicle
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.................. 6-38
Tires ........................................................................\
.............................................. 6-43
Appearance Care
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........................ 6-50
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
................................................................... 6-57
Service Parts Identification Label
...................................................................... 6-59
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................................................................\
........ 6-59
Capacities and Specification Charts
.................................................................. 6-61
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