1995 CHEVROLET TRACKER Owners Manual

Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
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.
Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage.
If you see anything that might keep a restraint system
from doing its job, have it repaired.
Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-
Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.,Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals
if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system.
Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections, or 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.
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Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Accelerator and cruise control cables should
not
be lubricated.
Rear Axle (All) and Front Axle
(Four-Wheel Drive) Service
Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed. See
“Rear Axle” and “Four-Wheel Drive”
in the Index. A
fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system(s),
and repair the system(s) if needed. Refer
to “Scheduled
Maintenance Services,” earlier
in this section, to
determine when to change the lubricant.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for
surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for
wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment.
You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits
or conditions result in frequent braking.
Clutch System Service
Check clutch pedal free travel and adjust as necessary.
See “Clutch Adjustment’’ in
the Index.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from your
GM dealer.
I USAGE
1 Engine Oil
F Engine Coolant
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol of the proper viscosity.
To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
50/50 mixture of water (preferably
distilled) and
good quality
ethylene glycol base antifreeze
(GM Part No. 1052753 or
equivalent) conforming to
GM
Specification 1825M or approved
recycled coolant conforming
to
GM Specification 1825M.
USAGE
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 @ Brake Fluid
System (GM
Part No. 1052535 or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
Parking Brake
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
Guides
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
Power Steering DEXRON@-111 Automatic
System Transmission Fluid.
Manual
SAE 75W-90 GL-4 (GM Part
Transmission
No. 12346 190 Castrol@ S yntorq
GL-4 or equivalent) or
SAE
75W-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
Automatic DEXRON@-111 Automatic
Transmission Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock Lubricate with Multi-Purpose
Cylinders Lubricant (GM
Part No. 12345120)
or synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine
oil.
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USAGE
Manual
Transmission
Shift Linkage
Automatic
Transmission
Shift Linkage
Clutch Linkage
Pivot Points
Floor Shift
Linkage
Chassis
Lubrication
Rear Axle (All)
and Front Axle
(Four-wheel
Drive)
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
Engine oil.
GC-LB.
Lithium base grease.
Engine oil.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
~~~~
GC-LB.
SAE 75W-90 GL-5 Hypoid Gear
Lubricant.
USAGE
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Transfer Case (Four- Wheel
Drive)
Hood Latch
Assembly
a. Pivots and Spring
Anchor
b. Release Pawl
Hood and Door Hinges
Weatherstrip
Conditioning
FLUIDLUBRICANT
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent
(GM Part
No. 1051515) or
equivalent.
SAE 75W-90 GL-4 Gear
Lubricant.
a. Engine oil.
b. Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant (GM Part No. 1050109).
Dielectric Silicone Grease-(GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.
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Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odometer reading and who performed the service
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.
Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services”
or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on
the following record pages. Also,
you should retain all
maintenance receipts.
Your owner information portfolio
is a convenient place
to store them.
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DATE READING
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Maintenance Record
SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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DATE READING SERVICED
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Maintenance Record
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DATE READING SERVICED
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Gem Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet/Geo if
you need assistance. This section also tells you how to
obtain service publications and how
to report any safety
defects
.
This section includes information on: The Customer
Satisfaction Procedure, Customer Assistance for Hearing
or Speech Impaired,
BBB Autoline - Alternative Dispute
Resolution Program, Reporting Safety Defects, and
Service and Owner Publications.
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 dealer without further help, contact
the Chevrolet/Geo Customer Assistance Center by
calling 1-800-222-1020.
In Canada, contact GM of
Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by
calling
1 -8OO-263-3777 (English) or I -800-263-7854
(French).
In Mexico, call (525) 254-3777. In Puerto Rico, call
1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993
(Spanish).
In the U.S. Virgin Islands, call
1-800-496-9994.
In other overseas locations, contact
GM North American Export Sales in Canada by calling
1-905-644-4112.
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