Inflation - Tire Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the
driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for
your tires, when they’re cold.
“Cold” means your
vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven
no more than
a mile.
I
’ NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone tell you that underidation or
~ overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t
~ have enough air (underinflation) you can get:
Too much flexing
Too much heat
Tire overloading
Bad wear
Bad handling
Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get:
Unusual wear
0 Bad handling
Rough ride
Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check
Check your
tires once a month or more. Also, check the
tire pressure of
the spare tire.
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. Simply looking at the tires will
not tell you the
pressure, especially if you have radial tires
-- which
may look properly inflated even
if they’re underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on.
They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If
unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as
soon as
possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for
damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New
Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for
more information.
The purpose
of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services” in
the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals.
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Replacement Bulbs Continued
License Plate ................................. 194
GM Part No. 96053203 or equivalent
Lighter
............ GM Part No. 9433 184 or equivalent
Rear Defogger Switch
.............................
GM Part No. 96061736 or equivalent
GM Part No. 96051557 or equivalent
Rear Hazard and
Turn Signal .................... 1156
Rear Parking and Stop
......................... 1157
GM Part No. 96051558 or equivalent
Rear Wipermasher Switch
.........................
GM Part No. 96061736 or equivalent
Sidemarker
................................... 194
GM Part No. 96053293 or equivalent
Capacities and Specifications
Engine
Type ......................................... L4
Compression Ratio 8-Valve Engine
............................ 8.9: 1
16-Valve Engine ........................... 9.5: 1
Firing Order
.............................. 1-3-4-2
Fuel Delivery
......................... Fuel Injection
Piston Displacement
................... 97 CID (1.6L)
Valve Arrangement ................ In-Head “V” Type
AC Belt Tension
.............. Deflect Belt 0.24-0.3 in.
(6-9
mm) @ 22 lbs. (10 kg.) Pressure
Fan Belt Tension
Inspection
............... Deflect Belt 0.24-0.32 in.
Replacement
............. Deflect Belt 0.20-0.28 in.
(6-8
mm)
0 22 lbs. (10 kg.) Pressure
(5-7 mm)
@ 22 lbs. (10 kg.) Pressure
Thermostat Temperature Specification
.... 180°F (82°C)
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Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter
8-Valve Engine
.................... 13780-61AAO
GM Part
No. 96064348 or equivalent
16-Valve Engine
.................... 13780-58B20
GM Part No. 96068629 or equivalent
Battery
................................. 26-60s
Engine Oil Filter .............. GM Part No. 2501444 1
Fuel Filter ........................ AC Type GF57 1
GM Part No. 96058022 or equivalent
PCV Valve
....... GM Part No. 96058079 or equivalent
Radiator Cap
.............................. 13 psi
Spark Plug
................... (0.028”- 0.032” Gap)
Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in U.S. and
metric conversions.
Air Conditioning?
..... See the refrigerant information
label under hood and
“Air Conditioning” later in
this section.
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill
................... 3.0 qt. (2.8 L)**
Overhaul ........................ 5.4 qt. (5.1 L)
Cooling System
Automatic Transmission
............ 5.5 qt. (5.2 L)
Manual Transmission ............... 5.6 qt. (5.3 L)
Crankcase
With Filter Change
................ 4.5 qt. (4.2 L)*
Without Filter Change .............. 4.2 qt. (4.0 L)
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