1994 CHEVROLET S10 Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 7. By this time the coolant level inside the filler neck may be lower. If the
level is lower, add more of the proper
mix through the filler neck until
the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
8. Then replace the
pressure cap.
At any time during
this
procedure if coolant begins to
flow out of the
filler neck,
reinstall the
pressure cap. Be sure the arrows
on pressure cap
line up like this.
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' Engine Fan Noise
This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged,
the fan spins faster to provide more air
to cool the engine. In most every day
driving conditions the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy
and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing and/or
high outside temperatures, the fan speed increases when the clutch engages.
So you may hear an increase in fan noise. This is normal and should not be
mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts. It is merely the
cooling system functioning properly. The fan will slow down when
additional cooling is not required and the clutch disengages.
You may also hear this fan noise when you
start the engine. It will go away
as the
fan clutch disengages.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If a Tire Goes Flat
It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you
maintain your tires properly. If
air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to
leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,”\
here are a few tips
about what to expect and what
to do:
If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle
toward that side. Take your foot
off the accelerator pedal and grip the
steering wheel firrnly. Steer to maintain lane position, then g\
ently brake to a
stop well out of the traffic lane.
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid \
and may
require the same correction you’d use in a skid.
In any rear blowout, remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under co\
ntrol by
steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and
noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well \
off the road if
possible.
If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to
change a flat tire safely.
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a
level place. Turn on your hazard waming flashers.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Flat Tire
L Blocked Tire
The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.
Jack Storage
Your jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks are stored behind the front seats,
either on the center wall (extended cab) or along the right wall (regular \
cab).
To remove your jack
cover, if you have one,
turn the plastic wing
nut to the left until
you can pull it out.
Remove the jack
cover.
To remove the wheel
blocks, jack and wheel
wrench,
turn the wing
nut to the left. Pull the
wheel blocks, jack and
wheel wrench
off.
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Jacking Equipment Storage
Wheel Wrench
Bracket
Jacking Instructions Tag (Roll and place tag behind the bracket after
the tools are installed)
Bolt Location (Standard)
Bolt Location
(ZR2)
Wheel Blocks
Nut Rubber Band
Jack Position
(ZR2)
Jack Position (Standard)

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1. Hub Cap Removal Tool
2. Cover (Extended Cab)
3. Cover (Standard Cab)
4. Hub Cap Removal Tool
5. Bolt
NOTE: Restore cover and hub cap rem
Spare Tire
oval tool if provided.
Your spare tire is
stored underneath the
rear
of your vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Underbody Carrier
NOTICE:
Never remove or restow a tire from/to a stowage position under
the vehicle while the vehicle is supported
by a jack. Always
tighten the tire fully against the underside
of the vehicle when
restowing.
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Underbody Spare Tire Mounting
1. Wheel Wrench
2. Hoist Assembly
3. Retainer
4. Spring
5. Tire
6. Valve Stem (Pointed Down)
NOTICE:
To help avoid vehicle damage, do not drive vehicle before cable
is restored.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To Remove the Spare Tire
Insert the chisel end of
the wheel wrench, on
an angle, into the hole
in the rear bumper. Be
sure the chisel end
of
the wheel wrench connects into the hoist
shaft.
Turn the wheel
wrench to the left to
lower the spare tire. Keep turning the
wheel wrench until the
spare tire can be
pulled out from under
the vehicle.
When the tire has
been completely
lowered, tilt the
retainer at the end
of
the cable and pull it
through the wheel opening. Pull the tire
out from under the
vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Changing the Tire
Start with the jack,
wheel wrench and
wheel blocks.
Rotate the jackhandle
to the right. That will
raise the jack lift head
a little.
Before you start,
block the front and
rear of the tire farthest
away from the one
being changed. Then
put your spare tire
near the flat tire.
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