1993 CHEVROLET S10 service

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Other Maintenance Items
Hydraulic Clutch Grease Fitting
If you have the 4.3L (VIN code Z) engine with a manual transmission, a
grease fitting is on the clutch housing for lubricating the cl\
utch fork ball stud.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for information on how to lu\
bricate the
clutch housing, and what type of lubricant to use. Be sure no\
t to over-fill
because you could
damage your clutch.
Front Suspension and Steering Linkage
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to lubricate the
fittings and what type of lubricant to use.
Front Wheel Bearings (Two-Wheel Drive)
If your vehicle is two-wheel drive, it has wheel bearings that mu\
st be cleaned
and repacked.
Refer
to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often this must be
done.
Single Belt Accessory Drive
Your new vehicle uses a serpentine belt that is lighter, and more durable than
systems with several belts.
The belt runs over or around the pulleys
on the engine. A tensioner is used
to keep the belt tight at all times. The tensioner also makes replacing the
belt easier.
If you need to replace the belt, be sure to get the correct
replacement belt. Your dealership or parts supplier can help yo\
u with this.
The Accessory Drive Belt Routing label on your vehicle will sh\
ow you how to
route the belt your vehicle uses.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The sBat adjusters and seat track should be lubricated with chassis grea\
se.
Door weather strips and rubber hood bumpers should be wiped cl\
ean with a
wet cloth and lightly coated with
a rubber lubricant.
Never use too much
of any lubricant and be-sure to wipe up any extra
lubricant when you are finished.
Window regulators and controls are inside the
doors. They are lubricated with
a long lasting grease.
If lubricali'on is. re.quired your dealer shauld perform this
service.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to lu\
bricate these
items and what type of lubricant
to use.
Tailgate Handle
The tailgate handle pivot points on your vehicle should be lubricate-d to keep
the handle working smoothly.
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and what type
of lubricant to use.
Exhaust System
To help prevent damage to your exhaust system, do not continue to drive
your vehicle if you notice:
Engine misfiring
* Loss of performance
Other unusual operating conditions
Have your engine and exhaust system serviced regularly.
Three- Way Catalytic Converter
Your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converter is designed to reduce \
the
pollutants in your vehicle’s exhaust. Use only unleaded fuel \
in your vehicle.
If
you use leaded fuel, you could damage your three-way catalytic \
converter, and other engine components.
The Malfunction Indicator (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) lamp on your instrument panel lets you know when your emission system needs \
service.
The light will come on briefly when you start your engine to let you know
that the system is working.
If it does not come on when you start your
engine, or
if it comes on and stays on while you’re driving, your system \
may
need service. Your vehicle should still be driveable, but you should have your
system serviced right away.
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Loading Your Vehicle
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The CertificationRire label is found on the drive~r's door lock pillar. The label
shows t'he size of your original t'ires and the inflation pressu8res ne-eded to
obtain the gross vehicle weight capac-ity of your vehicle. This
is called the
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The- GVWR includes the weight of the
vehlicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
The Certifi'cationKtre label also tells you the maximum weights for the front
and rear axles, called Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the
actual
loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station
and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to
spread out your load equally
on both sides of the centerline.
Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Wei\
ght Rating
(GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.
And,
if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out.
I CAUTION
In case of a sudden stop or collision, things carried in the bed\
of
I [I! your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger are\
a
injuring you or others.
If you put things in the bed of your truck,
should make sure they are properly secured.
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Trailering Package
If your vehicle comes with the Trailering Package, there is also a load rating
which includes the weight of the vehicle
and the trailer it tows. This rating is
called the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
When you weigh your trailer, be sure to include the weight of everything you
put in it. And, remember to figure the weight
of the people inside as part of
your load.
Your dealer can help you ?-‘ermine your GCWR.

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TRUCK LOADING INFORMATION EXAMPLE OF PROPER TRUICK
AND CAMPER MATCH
1. Recommended location for cargo 7. Camper center of gravity.
center
of gravity for cargo weight 2. Recommended center of gravity
rating (Pickup Truck).
K-L.<:- location zone.
Note: Use rear edge of load floor : .‘$Ti: * .Refer to Truck Camper Loading
for measurement purposes.
- - Information label in glove box for
“A” and “B” dimensions.
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The camper’s center of gravity should fall within the center of gravity zone for
your vehicle’s cargo load.
You must weigh any accessories, trailer hitches or other equipment you add
to your vehicle. Then, subtract this extra weight from the CWR,
This extra
weight may shotten the center of gravity zone for your vehicle. Your dealer
can help you with this.
If your slide-in camper and its load weigh less than the CWR, the center of
gravity zone for your vehicle may be larger.
Your dealer can help you make
a good vehicle-camper match. He’ll also help
you determine your CWR.
After you’ve loaded your vehicle and camper, drive to a weigh station and
weigh on the front and rear wheels separately. This will tell you the loads on
your
axles. The loads on the front and rear axles shouldn’t be more th\
an
either
of the GAWRs. The total of the axie..loads should not be more than
the GVWR.
Open your driver’s door and look at the door lock pillar f\
or the CertificationKire label to find out your GWAR and GWVR.
If you’ve gone over your weight ratings, move or take out some\
things until
all the weights fall below the ratings. Of course, you should always tie down
any loose items when you load your vehicle or camper.
When you install and load your slide-in camper, check the manufacturer’s
instructions.
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Inflation-Tire Pressure
The Certification/Tire label, which is on the driver’s door \
lock pillar, shows the
correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold\
. “Cold’’ means your
vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven n\
o more than a mile.
I NOTICE I
When to Check: Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget \
your
compact spare tire (if
so equipped). It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).
How to Check: Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure.
Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, e\
specially
if you
have radial tires-which may
l’ook properly inflated even if they’re
underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure
to put them back on. They help
prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Ere lnspection and Rotation
To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated a\
t the
mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule. See Scheduled
Maintenance Services in the Index.
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When It’s Time for New Tires
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One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear
indicators, which will appear when your tires have only
2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or
less of tread remaining.
You need a new tire
if:
You can see the indicators at three places around the tire.
You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show
cord or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t b\
e repaired
because of the size
or location of the damage.
Buying New Eres
To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the CertificationRire
label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was mew had a Tire
Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each t\
ire’s sidewall.
When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec num\
ber. That
way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper
endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other thin\
gs during
normal service on your vehicle.
If your tires have an all-season tread design,
the TPC number
will be followed by a “MS” (for mud and snow).
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