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cover tabs
are fully inserted into the slots in the air cleaner housing and the
PCV air tube is properly seated in the left hand valve cover.
Refer to
the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air
filter.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services”
in the Index.
NOTICE:
If’ the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine
fire.
And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage
it. Always have the
air cleaner in place when you’re driving.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the
engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
when to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the
Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this
done at a
GM dealership Service Department.
If you
do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you \
could
get a false reading on the dipstick.
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is in the
acceptable range,
push the dipstick
back in all the
way; then flip the
handle down to
lock the dipstick
in place.
How to Add Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission
fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the
level up to the COLD area for a cold check or the
HOT area for a hot check.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint.
Don’t overfill. We
recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-I11 or DEXRON@-IIE,
because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic
transmission. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-I11 or
DEXR0N’-IIE is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
0 After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to
Check.”
0 When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick ba\
ck in all
the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place.
Manual Transmission Fluid
When to Check
A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However,
the fluid in your manual transmission
doesn’t require changing.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this
done at a
GM dealership Service Department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions\
here, or you could get a false reading.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to
be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have \
really good
braking. Vehicles
we design and test have topquality GM brake parts in
them, as your vehicle does when it is new. When you replace parts of your
braking system
- for example, when your brake linings wear down and
you have to have new ones put in
- be sure you get new genuine GM
replacement parts. If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly.
For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong \
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change, for the
worse. The braking performance you’ve come to expect can change in many
other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts.
Battery
Every new vehicle has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add
water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery,
we recommend a
Delco Freedom’ battery. Get one that has the catalog number shown on the
original battery’s label.
Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the
black, negative
(-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery
from running down.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage
periods.
For more information, contact your dealer’s service department\
, or write: Adistra Corporation
171 Hamilton Street
Plymouth,
MI 48 170
In Canada, write:
General Motors
of Canada Limited
Customer Services Department
Oshawa, Ontario
L1J 5Z6 Canada
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Replacement Parts
Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest
information available at the time of printing,
and are subject to change. If a
part listed
in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle
when it
was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM
truck dealer.
Engine Identification
Engine
Type
VZN Code
Fuel Systems
Emissions
2.2L
L4
4
MPI* LD
*Multi-Port Fuel Injection
**Throttle-Body Fuel Injection
***Central-Port Fuel Injection
Wheel Nut Torque
DESCRIPTION
Base or Optional Wheel
Cooling System Capacity
ENGINE VIN
2.2L 4 4.3L
Z
4.3L w
4.3L
V6
Z
TBI**
LD
4.3L
V6
W
CPI* * *
LD
TORQUE
35 ft. lbs. (130 Nom)
QUANTITY*
11.5 Quarts (1 1 Liters)
12.1 Quarts (11.5 Liters)
12.1 Quarts (11.5 Liters)
*All quantities are approximate. After refill, the level
MUST be rechecked.
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Below are explanations of the services listed in the maintenance charts.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed
in this section. 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.
1. ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE* - ALWAYS USE
API SERVICE SH OR SG ENERGY CONSERVING I1 OILS
OF THE
PROPER VISCOSITY. The “SH” or
“SG’ designation may be shown
alone or in combination with others, such as “SWCD”, or
“SH, SG,
CD,” or “SGKD”, etc. To determine the preferred viscosity oil for your
vehicle’s engine (e.g. SAE 5W-30), see “Engine
Oil” in the Index.
2. CHASSIS LUBRICATION - Lubricate the front suspension, ball
joint, steering linkage, and transfer case shift linkage, parking brake\
cable guides, propshaft splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs,
and clutch pedal springs at the intervals specified on the proper
maintenance schedule, or at every engine oil change, whichever comes
first
.
Ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10°F
(-12°C) or higher. When the weather is cold, let them warm up before
lubricating them or they could be damaged.
Also, be sure
to check all the vehicle fluid levels at this time.
3.
COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE* - Drain, flush and refill the
system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to “\
GM
Specification 6038-M” (4.3L engine) or “GM Specification 6043-M”
(2.2L engine). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for the proper coolant
and mixture to use in your vehicle.
Also inspect the hoses and replace them if they are cracked, \
swollen, or
deteriorated. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning
condenser. Wash the radiator neck. To ensure proper operation,
pressure test the radiator and cap.
4. AIR CLEANER FILTER REPLACEMENT* - Replace at
specified intervals. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement
intervals for your driving conditions.
5. FRONT WHEEL BEARING REPACK (%WHEEL DRIVE
ONLY) - Clean and repack the front wheel bearings at each brake
relining, or at the specified interval, whichever comes first.
*An Emission Control Service
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Courtesy Transportation
Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing
warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in
conjunction with the coverage provided by the BUMPER
TO
BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1994
Chevrolet/Geo passenger car and light duty trucks.
In Canada, please consult your GM Dealer for information on
courtesy transportation.
COURTESY TRANSPORTATION INCLUDES:
One way SHUTTLE RIDE for any warranty repair.
Up to $30 maximum daily VEHICLE RENTAL allowance for any
Up to $30 maximum daily CAB, BUS, or OTHER transportation
overnight warranty repair up to
5 days.
allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to
5
days.
Up to $10 daily FUEL allowance for rides provided by another person
(i.e., friend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty
repair up to
5 days.
Note: All Courtesy Transportati---~ arrang Its will be administered
by your ChevroletIGeo dealershlp service management. Claim amount\
s
should reflect all actual costs.
Chevrolet/Geo Courtesy Transportation Program is not part of the
BUMPER TO BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet/Geo reserves the right to make any changes
or discontinue
the Courtesy Transportation Program at any time without notification.\
For additional program details, contact your Chevrolet/Geo dealer.
Service Publications
Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications (PSP's) and
Indexes as described below is applicable only in the fifty U.S. states (and
the District of Columbia) and only for cars and light trucks with GVWR less
than
10,000 pounds (4 536 kg).
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins a\
nd Indexes
can be obtained by writing to:
General Motors of Canada Limited
Service Publications Department
1908 Colonel Sam Dr.
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Chevrolet regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins a\
bout
Chevrolet products. Chevrolet monitors product performance in the field.
We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better. Now,
you can
get these bulletins too.
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