1994 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Owners Manual

Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and
not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every
six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may
be required. (See “Recommended Fluids
& Lubricants’’ in the Index.)
Sheet Metal Damage
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement,
make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts
repaired or replaced to
restore corrosion protection.
Foreign Material
Calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree
sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other foreign
matter can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces.
Use cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign
matter.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired
right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major
repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available
from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can
be corrected
in your dealer’s body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on
the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can
occur
on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and
exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
At least every spring,
flush these materials from the underbody with plain
water. Clean
any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Dirt packed
in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your
dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout.
Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your
vehicle. This damage can take two
forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped
discolorations, and small irregular dark
spots etched into the paint surface.
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Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM will repair, at no charge
to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged
by this fallout condition
within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever
comes first.
Appearance Care Materials Chart
PART NO.
1050172
1050173
1050 174
1050214
1050244 1050427
I050429
1050729
1051055 1051398
1052870
105020
1
SIZE PRODUCT
16 oz. (0.473L) Tar and Road
Oil Remover
16 02. (0.473L) Chrome
Cleaner and
Polish
I6 oz. (0.473L) White Sidewall
32
02. (0.946L) Vinyl Leather
Tire Cleaner
Cleaner
16 02. (0.473L) Fabric Cleaner
23
oz. (0.680L) Glass Cleaner
6 Ibs. (2.72 kg) Multi-Purpose
Powder Cleaner
8 oz. (0.237L) Vinyl Top
16
oz. (0.4731) Preservatone
8
02. (0.237L) Spot Lifter
Cleaner
USAGE
Removes
old waxes,
polishes, tar and road
oil
Removes rust and
corrosion on chrome
and stainless steel
Cleans white and black
tires
Spot and stain removal
on leather or
vinyl
Spot and stain removal
on cloth and fabric
Glass cleaning and
spot cleaning on vinyls
Cleans
vinyl and cloth
on door
trim, seats,
and carpet-also tires
and mats.
Cleaning
of vinyl tops
Vinyl top dressing
Spot and stain removal
on cloth and fabric
Exterior wash
16 oz. (0.473L) Wash-Wax
I6 oz. (0.473L) Magic Mirror Exterior cleaner and
(conc.)
Cleaner-Polish polish
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front
corner
of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you
look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the
certificates of title and registration.
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Engine Identification
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The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help
you identify your engine, specifications, and replacement parts.
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Service Parts Identification Label
You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box.
WHEELBASE
I
MODEL DESIGNATION
OPTION CONTENT K19 K64 LC3 MXl M31 NA5 NB1 QMXVK3 VC2 VYl VY4 V73 Y19 ZJ7
6BJ 62L 62U 67D 671
679 7BJ 8HJ BHJ
I PAINT TECHNOLOGY I ORDER NUMBER
EXTERIOR COLORS
It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:
0 your VIN,
the model designation,
paint information, and
a list of all production options and special equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
Add-on E/ectrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you che\
ck
with
your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage
your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other
components
from working as they should.
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Specification Charts
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 -Gas Engines
Engine
Type VIN Code
Fuel System
Produced By
Emissions
5.7L
V8
K
TBIT
U.S., CAN.
JJD*/HD**
“Light Duty Emissions with
8500 GVWR and below or:
**Heavy Duty Emissions with 8501 GVWR and above
?Throttle Body Injection
Engine Identification -Diesel Engines
Engine
Type VIN Code
Fuel System
Produced By
Emissions
Wheel Nut Torque
MODEL
C 1500
K 1500, C-K 2500
C-K 2500
6.5L
V8
S
Turbo Diesel
U.S.
LD
DESCRIPTION
5 bolts (14mm)
6 bolts (14mm)
8 bolts (14mm)
6.5L
V8
F
Turbo Diesel
U.S.
HD
TORQUE
120 ft. lbs. (1 60 Nom)
120 ft. lbs. ( 1 60 Nom)
I20 ft. Ibs. (I 60 Nom)
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Cooling System Capacity
ENGINE VIN
5.7L K
6.5L S
6.5L F
7.4L N
QTY Without AfC* QTY With A/C*
17.5 Quarts (1 6.5 Liters)
18 Quarts ( I7 Liters)
25 Quarts
(23.5 Liters) 25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
26.5 Quarts (25 Liters)
26.5 Quarts (25 Liters)
23 Quarts (22 Liters)
25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
After refill, the level MUST be checked as outlined under “Engine Cooling
System”
in Section 5.
*All quantities are approximate.
Crankcase Capacity
ENGINE
5.7L
6.5L
6.5L
7.4L
VIN
K
ST
F?
N
QTY Without Filter“
4 Quarts (3.8 Liters)
6 Quarts (5.7 Liters)
QTY With Filter:$
5 Quarts (4.8 Liters)
7 Quarts (6.5 Liters)
7 Quarts
(6.5 Liters)
7 Quarts (6.5 Liters)
After refill, the level MUST be checked
as outlined under “Engine Oil And
Filter Recommendations”
in Section 5.
*All quantities are approximate.
?Oil filter should be changed at
EVERY oil change.
Fuel Tank Capacity
TYPE
Gasoline/Diesel
Utility Model -Standard
Wagon Model-S tandard
QUANTITY
30 Gallons (I 13 Liters)
42 Gallons (I 59 Liters)
All quantities are for a completely dry tank and are approximate.
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Service Replacement Part and Filter
Recommendations -Gas Engines
Engine
VIN
Oil Filter
Air Cleaner Filter
PCV Valve
Spark Plugs‘%
Fuel Filter
Radiator Cap
5.7L
K
PF353‘
A348C
cv774c
.CR43TS
GF48 1
RC36
$Four Wheel Drive Vehicle -use a
PFS 1 oil filter
*Use AC copper-cored resister type spark plugs
Service Replacement Part and Filter
Recommendations -Diesel Engines
Engine
VIN
Oil Filter
Air Cleaner
Fuel Filter
Surge Tank Cap 6.5L
S”
PF3S
A917C
TP
I 006
RC33
7.4L
N
PF35
A348C
cv774c
.CR43TS
GF48
I
RC36
6.5L
F”
PF35
A9 17C
TP
1006
RC33
*Heavy Duty Emission Engine
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning
system
in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is
used. If you’re not sure, ask your GM dealer. For additional information, see
your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” booklet.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
TYPE
Refrigerant R 134A
Refrigerant
R 134A
QTY
Front A/C 3.0 lbs. (1.360 kg)
Front and Rear A/C
4.25 Ibs. (I .927 kg)
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