1994 CHEVROLET CAMARO suspension

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When your vehicle is being towed, have
the ignition key off. The steering wheel
should be clamped
in a straight-ahead
position, with a clamping device designed
for towing service. Do not use the
vehicle’s steering
column lock for this,
The transmission should be in “Neutral”
and the parking brake released.
Don’t have your vehicle towed on the rear
wheels, unless
you must. If the vehicle
must be towed on the rear wheels, don’t
go more than 35 mph (55 km/h) or
farther than
50 miles (80 km) or your
transmission will be damaged. If these
limits
must be exceeded, then the rear
wheels have to be supported on a
dolly.
?ront Towing Hook-Ups
Ittach T-hook chains to slots in frame
*earward of front wheels on both sides.
NOTICE:
Do not attach winch cables or “J”
hooks to suspension components
when using car carrier equipment.
Always use T-hooks inserted in the
T-hook
slots.
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Rear Towing Hook-Ups
Attach T-hook chains in front of rear
wheels
in bottom of frame rail on both
sides.
NOTICE:
Do not attach winch cables or "J"
hooks to suspension components
when using car carrier equipment.
Always use T-hooks inserted
in the
T-hook slots.
NOTICE:
Do not tow with sling-type equip-
ment or rear bumper valance will be
damaged.
Use wheel lift or car carrier equip-
ment. Additional ramping may be
required for car carrier equipment.
Use safety chains and wheel straps. 4ttach
a separate
safety chain around
jutboard end
of the rear axle.
NOTICE:
Take care not to damage the brake
pipes and cables.
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Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (cont.)
Explanation of Scheduled
Maintenance Services
Following 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 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
1 Engine Oil and Filter Change” -
Always use SH or SG Energy
Conserving I1 oils of proper
viscosity. The
“SH” or “SG”
designation may be shown alone
or
in combination with others,
such as “SH/CD,”
“SH, SG,
CD,” “SG/CD,” etc. To deter-
mine the preferred viscosity for
your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE
ITEM
NO.
2
3
4
SERVICE
5W-30 or SAE 1OW-30)’ see
“Engine Oil”
in the Index.
Chassis Lubrication
- Lubricate
the suspension and steering
linkage. Lubricate the
transmission shift linkage.
Tire and Wheel Rotation and
InsDection
- 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.
Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s)
Inspection
- Inspect the belt(s)
for cracks, fraying, wear and
proper tension. Replace as needed. (Belts can have many
small cracks
in individual ribs
without affecting performance.)
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
5 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 “Coolant”
in the
Index. This provides proper
freeze and boil protection,
corrosion inhibitor level and
maintains proper engine
operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace
if they
are cracked, swollen or deterior-
ated. 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.
* An Emission Control Service.
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Listed below
are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall).
You should let your
GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary
repairs are completed at once.
INSPECTION
1 OR SERVICE WHAT
SHOULD BE DONE
Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and
reininder systems are working properly. Lodk for any loose parts or damage.
If you see anything
that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Steering and Insped the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts,
Suspension Inspection signs of wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper
Exhaust System Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken,
Inspection damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or
hookup, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.
other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes
into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
Throttle Linkage Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damaged
or missing parts.
Inspection Replace parts as needed.
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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publications Order Form
in this book and mailing it with your check, money order or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address listed below).
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1994 CHEVROLET CAMARO
PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS SERVICE MANUALS
Product Service Publications (PSP's), are bulletins, letters and articles
Service Manuals have the diagnosis, repair and overhaul information
published for trained dealer service personnel. See Service Publica- on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steer-
tions listed previously in this section. ing, body, etc.
A cumulative index is published quarterly during the current model Model Form Number Price
year. The indexes list all PSP's published bychevrolet in the model year. 1994 Chevrolet
camaro . . , , , , , . , , , , , ST-368-94 TBA'
PSP Index NOTE:
Please specify special body or engine types on order form.
Price Write information in the Form Number column. For example: Turbo,
Free Convertible.
F~~~ "Price
to be announced at a later date. Call 1-800-782-4356 for further information.
Year Form Number
1994 PSPI-94. ..............................
1993 PSPI-93. ..............................
1990-92 PSPI-90-92 .................. Free OWNER'S INFORMATION
PSP Bound Bulletin
Book (Complete Year Bulletins) Owner publications are written directly for owners and intended to pro-
vide basic operational information about the vehicle.
Year Description Form Number Price
1991 All PSP'S .................... PSP-91-4 40.00 1994 Chevrolet Camaro
Owner's Manual
1990 All PSP'S .................... PSP-90-4 40.00 In
Portfolio: Includes Portfolio, Owner's Manual and Warranty Booklet.
..... For subscription information call Helm, Incorporated. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro In-Portfolio ,10260932 $15.00
Without Portfolio: Includes Owner's Manual.
1994 Chevrolet Camaro Without Portfolio .lo260940 $10.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past model Chevrolet
vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model
name of vehicle.
For information and inquiries call: 1-800-782-4356
Address all inquiries to: HELM, INCORPORATED
PO. Box 07130
Detroit,
MI 48207
265. ..