1994 CHEVROLET TRACKER ESP

I A utomatic Transmission FIuid
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 your Geo 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.
NOTICE:
Too much or too little tluid can
damage your transmission.
Too much
can mean that some of the fluid could
come out and fall on hot engine parts
or exhaust system parts, starting
a fire.
Be sure to get an accurate reading
if
you check your transmission tluid. Wait
at least 30 minutes before checking
the transmission fluid level
if you have
been driving:
0 When outside temperatures are above
0 At high speed for quite a while.
0 In heavy traffic - especially in hot
While pulling a trailer.
To get the right reading, the fluid should
be at normal operating temperature,
which is 180°F to 200°F
(82°C to 93°C).
To check transmission fluid hot: Get the
vehicle warmed
up by driving about IS
miles (24 km) when outside temperatures
are above 50°F
( 10°C). If it’s colder than
50°F (IOOC), drive the vehicle in “D”
(Third Gear) until the engine temperature
gage moves
and then remains steady for
ten minutes. Then follow the hot check
procedures.
To check transmission fluid cold: A cold
check is made after the vehicle has been
sitting for eight hours or more
with the
engine off
and is used only as a reference.
Let
the engine run at idle for five minutes
if outside temperatures are 50°F (10°C)
or more. If it’s colder than 50°F (IO’C),
you
may have to idle the engine longer.
90°F (32°C).
weather. Should
the
fluid level be low during a
cold check, you must perform a hot check
before adding fluid. This will give you a
more accurate reading
of the fluid level.
To check the fluid hot or cold
0 Park your vehicle on a level place.
0 With the parking brake applied, place
0 With your foot on the brake pedal,
Keep the
engine running.
the shift lever
in “P’ (Park).
move the shift lever through each gear
range, pausing for about three seconds
in each range. Then, position the shift
lever
in “P” (Park).
minutes or more.
0 Let the engine run at idle for three
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Service and Appearance Care
Then, without shutting off the engine,
follow these steps:
1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a
clean rag or paper towel.
2. Push it back in all the way, wait three
seconds and then pull it back out
again.
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3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and
read the lower level. The fluid level
must be in the “COLD’ area for a
cold check or
in the “HOT” area or
cross-hatched area for a hot check.
4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable
range, push the dipstick back
in all
the way.
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.
[f 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@-III
or
DEXRON@-IIE, because fluids with that
label are made especially for
your
automatic transmission. Dama e caused
by fluid other than DEXRON
8 -m or
DEXRON@-IIE is not covered by your
new vehicle warranty.
0 After adding fluid, recheck the fluid
level as described under “How to
Check.”
obtained, push
the dipstick back in
all the way.
When the correct fluid level is
Manual Transmission Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to have it checked is when
the engine oil is changed. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine when
to change your transmission 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 your Geo dealership Service
Department.
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upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart significantly
from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
Traction - A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest are: A,
B, and C. They represent
the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement
as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C
may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on braking
(straight-ahead) traction tests and does
not include cornering (turning) traction.
Temperature - A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest),
B, and C, representing the tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade
C
corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard
No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grade for this
tire is established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or
in
combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
These grades are molded on the sidewalls
of passenger car tires.
While the tires available as standard or
optional equipment on General Motors
vehicles may vary with respect to these
grades, all such tires meet General Motors
performance standards and have been
approved for use on General Motors
vehicles. All passenger type
(P Metric)
tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned
and balanced carefully at the factory to give
you the longest tire life and best
overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to have
your wheels aligned again. However, if
you notice unusual tire wear or your
vehicle pulling one way or the other, the
alignment may need to be reset. If you
notice your vehicle vibrating when
driving on a smooth road, your wheels
may need to be rebalanced.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or
badly rusted. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts should be replaced. If the wheel
leaks air, replace it (except some
aluminum wheels, which can sometimes
be repaired). See your Geo dealer if any
of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel
you need.
Each new wheel should have the same
load carrying capacity, diameter, width,
offset, and be mounted the same way as
the one it replaces.
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Maintenance Schedule
sc 1 ection A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) 1 ITEM
NO.
12
13
14
15
SERVICE
Positive Crankcase Ventilation
{PCV) Valve Replacement*
-
Inspect valve for proper
function. Replace
the valve
every
50,000 miles (83 000 km)
as well as any worn, plugged or
collapsed hases.
Exhaust
Gas Recirculation
{EGR) System Inspection* -
lpspect at 50,pOO mile
(83 000 km) intervals.
Replace every
30,000 miles
(50 ODD km) or more often under
dusty conditions.
Ask your dealer
for the proper replacement
intervals
for your driving
qonflitions.
Fuel Tank. Cap and Lines
wection*t
- Inspect fuel tank,
cap, lines and hoses
for damage
or-leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
for an even filler neck imprint or
any damage at
30,000 miles
(50 000 h). Replace parts as
Cleaner
Filter Replacement*-
ITEM
NO.
16
17
18
19
20
21
SERVICE
needed. Replace the cap and
gasket at
60,000 mile
(100 000 km) intervals.
Fuel Filter Re&uxmmt*
-
Replace the fuel filter every
30,000 miles (50 000 km), or
sooner if clogged.
Fuel Injector Inspectim*
-
Inspect at 100,000 mile
( 166 000 km) intervals,
Heated
Own Sensor
dacemea*
- Replace at
80,000 miles (133 000 km).
Etive va E-ns Canister
Redacernent"
- Replace at
100,000 mile
(166 000 km)
intervals.
me Control Module (ECM)
and Associated Sensors
Jnspectipn*
- Inspect at 100,000
mile (1.66 000 km) intervals.
lsslon Svstem
Hoses
Inspection" - Inspect at 60,000
mile (100 OD0 km) intervals.
0.
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ITEM
NO.
22
23
SERVICE
Three-way CUytlc Convertex
Jnspection"
- Inspect at 100,000
mile (166 000 km) intervals.
At each si1 change, inspect the
entire exhaust system for leaks
and loose fittings, especially
if
the vehicle is used off-road.
E-e Timing and Dlstnbu tor
Check*
- Adjust the timing to the
underhood label specifications.
Inspect the inside and outside
of
the distributor cap and rotor for
cracks, carbon tracking and
corrosion. Clean or replace
as
needed.
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* An Emission Control Service.
t The US. Environmental Protection Agency
or
the California 4ir Resources Eoard has
determined that the failure to perjorm this
maintenance item
will not nullifjt the emission
warranty or
limit recall liabiliw prior to the
completion
of vehicle useful life. General
Motors, however, urges that all recommended
maintenance services be petfiimed at the
indicated intervals and the maintenance
be
recorded in "Section E: Maintenance
Record."
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Maintenance Schedule
Section E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns
indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, inse\
rt the numbers
from the Schedule I or Schedule I1
maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your
owner information portfolio is a convenient place
to store them.
DATE READING
ODOMETER
SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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Customer Assistance Information
Customer Satisfaction
Procedure
Your satisfaction and goodwill are
important
to your dealer and
Chevrolet/Geo. Normally, any concern
with the sales transaction or the operation
of your vehicle
will be resolved by your
dealer’s Sales or Service Departments.
Sometimes, however, despite the best
intentions of all concerned,
misunderstandings can occur.
If your
concern has not been resolved to your
satisfaction, the following steps should
be taken:
STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with
a member of dealership management.
Normally, concerns can be quickly
resolved at that level.
If the matter has
already been reviewed
with the Sales,
Service, or Parts Manager, contact the
owner
of the dealership or the General
Manager.
STEP TWO: If after contacting a
member of dealership management,
it
appears your concern cannot be resolved
by the dealership without further help,
contact the ChevroletEeo Customer
Assistance Center by calling
1-800-222- 1020.
In Canada, contact GM
of Canada Customer Assistance Center
in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777
(English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
In Mexico, call (525) 254-3777. In
Puerto Rico or U.S. Virgin Islands. call
1-809-763- I3 IS.
In all other overseas
locations,, contact
GM North American
Export
Salcs in Canada by calling
For prompt assistance. please have the
following information available
to give
the Customer Assistance Representative:
0 Your name. address. home and
business telephone numbers
1-905-644-4 I 12.
0 Vehicle Identification Number (This is
available from the vehicle registration
or title, or the plate
at the left top of
the instrument panel and visible
through the windshield.)
Dealership name and location
Vehicle delivery date and present
mileage
Nature of concern
We encourage you
to call the toll-free
number listed previously in order to give
your
inquiry prompt attention. However.
if you wish to write Chevrolet/Geo, write
to:
Chevrolet/Geo
Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 7047
Troy,
MI 48007-7047
Refer to your Warranty and Owner
Assistance Information booklet for
addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas
offices.
When contacting Chevrolet/Geo, please
remember that your concern
will likely
be resolved
in the dealership, using the
dealership’s fxilities, equipment and
personnel. That is
why we suggest you
follow Step One first if you have a
concern.
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or
Speech Impaired (TDD)
To assist customers who have hearing
difficulties, Chevrolet/Geo has installed
special TDD (Telecommunication
Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its
Customer Assistance Center.
Any hearing
or speech impaired customer who
has
access to a TDD or a conventional
teletypewriter (TTY) can communicate
with Chevrolet by dialing:
1 -800-TDD-CHEV ( 1-800-833-2438).
(TDD users
in Canada can dial
I-800-263-3830.}
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