1996 CHEVROLET S10 warning

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NOTICE:
0 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage
brake system parts. For example, just a few
drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine
oil,
in your brake system can damage brake
system parts
so badly that they’ll have to be
replaced. Don’t let someone put in the
wrong kind of fluid.
If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle’s
painted surfaces, the paint finish can be
damaged.
Be careful not to spill brake fluid
on your vehicle.
If you do, wash it off
immediately. See “Appearance Care” in
the Index. Your
vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicatbrs that make
a
high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or
be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when
you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
The brake wear warning sound means that sooner
or later your brakes won’t work well. That could
lead to
an accident. When you hear the brake wear
warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.
NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
could result in costly brake repair.
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The following information relates to the system
developed by the United States National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by
treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This
applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The
grades are molded
on the sidewalls of most passenger
car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system
does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with
nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
or to some limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors passenger
cars and light trucks may vary with respect
to these
grades, they must also conform to Federal safety
requirements and additional General Motors Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half
(1 1/2) times as well
on the government course as a tire
graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
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, and 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 (straightahead) traction tests and does not
include cornering (turning) traction.
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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.
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
or corroded. 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
GM dealer if any of these conditions exist.
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NOTICE:
If your vehicle has P235/75R15, P23970R15,
P235/55R16 or 3lxlO.5OR15LT/C size tires, don’t
use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle.
If you have other size tires, use tire chains only
where legal and only when you must. Use only
SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper
size for your tires. Install them on the drive axle
tires (four-wheel-drive vehicles can use chains on
both axles) and tighten them as tightly as possible
with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and
follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.
If
you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle,
stop and retighten them.
If the contact continues,
slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or
spinning the wheels with chains on will damage
your vehicle.
Appearance Care
Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some
are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a
match or get them
on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are
dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
When
you use anything from a container to clean your
vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings
and instructions. And always open your doors or
windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Never use these to clean your vehicle:
0 Gasoline
0 Benzene
0 Naphtha
0 Carbon Tetrachloride
0 Acetone
0 Paint Thinner
0 Turpentine
0 Lacquer Thinner
0 Nail Polish Remover
They can all be hazardous
-- some more than
others
-- and they can all damage your vehicle, too.
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Accessory Power Outlet ......................... 2-47
Adding Sound Equipment
........................ 3- 17
Add-on Equipment
............................. 4-44
AirBag
....................................... 1-18
Adding Equipment ............................ 1-24
How Does
it Restrain .......................... 1-21
How
it Works ................................ 1-20
Location
.................................... 1-20
Readiness Light
......................... 1-1 9. 2.54
Servicing
................................... 1-23
What Makes
it Inflate .......................... 1-2 I
What Will You See After it Inflates ............... 1-22
When Should
it Inflate ......................... 1-20
Aircleaner
............................... 6.14. 6.67
Air Conditioning/Heater Controls
................... 3-2
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
..................... 6-68
Alignment and Balance. Tire
...................... 6-50
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-58
Antenna. Fixed
................................. 3-18
Anti-Lock Brakes ............................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
......... 2.56. 4.6
Appearancecare
............................... 6-52
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-60
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-7
Armrest. Storage ............................... 2-45
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-46
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-5
Automatic Overdrive
............................ 2-16
Automatic Transmission
Check
...................................... 7-48
Fluid ................................... 6-16. 6-68
Operation
................................... 2-14
Park Mechanism Check
........................ 7-50
Shifting
..................................... 2-14
Front
....................................... 6-23
Rear
.................................. 2.19. 6.21
Axle
Battery
...................................... 6-35
Jump Starting ................................. 5-2
Replacement. Keyless Entry
..................... 2-5
Warnings
.................................... 5-2
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-7
Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 8-7
BrakeFluid .................................... 6-31
Brake. Parking
................................. 2-25
Brake System Warning Light
...................... 2-55
ChargeLight
................................ 2-54
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Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5- I
Headlamps .................................... 2-39
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-36
HighLow Beam Changer
...................... 2-35
Wiring
..................................... 6-62
Headlamps
On Reminder ......................... 2-40
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-3
Heater Controls ................................. 3- I
Heater/Air Conditioning Controls ................... 3-2
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-35
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-35
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-5 1
Hood .......................................... 6-7
Horn
......................................... 2-33
Horsepower
................................... 6-66
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-20
HighLow
Beam Changer
........................ 2-35
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-31
Ignition Positions
............................... 2-8
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-45
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
................. 2-43
Inspections Brakesystem
................................ 7-52
Drive
Axle .................................. 7-52
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-5 1
Radiator and Heater Hose ...................... 7-5 1
Steering .................................... 7-51 Suspension
.................................. 7-51
Throttle
Linkage ..............................
Instrument Panel ............................... 2-48
Cleaning
.................................... 6-55
Cluster ..................................... 2-50
Fuse Block .................................. 6-63
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-42
.................................... J ack. Tire 5-22
JumpSeat
...................................... 1-6
Jump Starting
................................... 5-2
Key
in the Ignition .............................. 2-7
Keyless Entry System
............................ 2-5
Key Lock Cylinders Service
...................... 7-48
Key Release Button
............................. 2-10
Keys
.......................................... 2-1
Labels CertificationRire
............................. 4-42
Fuse
....................................... 6-64
Safety Belt
.................................. 1-39
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-61
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-61
Dome ...................................... 2-42
Front Map
................................... 2-42
Interior
..................................... 2-42
Lamps
........................................ 2-39
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Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-4
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-5
Leaving
Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-27
Lighter
....................................... 2-46
Lights Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-20. 2-54
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2.56. 4.6
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-55
Charging System
............................. 2-54
CheckGages
................................ 2-62
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator
............... 2-61
Safety Belt Reminder
...... .. ............... 1.7. 2.53
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-57
Shift
....................................... 2-61
Loading. Truck-Camper
......................... 4-45
Loading
Your Vehicle ........................... 4-42
Locking Rear Axle
.............................. 2- 19
Locks ......................................... 2-3
Door
........................................ 2-3
Key Lock Cylinder Service
..................... 7-48
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-4
Steering Column Lock Check
................... 7-50
Loss of Control
................................ 4- I2
Lubricants and Fluids
....................... 6-68. 7.53
Lubrication Service
Body
....................................... 7-48
Tailgate
..................................... 7-48
Lumbar Controls
................................ 1-3 Maintenance
Record
........................... 7-56
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Long Trip/Highway ............................ 7-5
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-47
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-51
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ........ 6.68. 7.53
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-3
Short Trip/City
................................ 7-4
Maintenance. Underbody
......................... 6-59
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
................. 4-56
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-57
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-1
Manual Lumbar Support .......................... 1-3
Manual Transmission Fluid
....................................... 6-19
Shifting
..................................... 2-17
Methanol
...................................... 6-4
Mirrors
....................................... 2-43
Convex Outside
.............................. 2-44
Inside Daymight Rearview
..................... 2-43
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-43
Visor
Vanity ................................. 2-46
Model Reference
................................. vi
Mountain Roads ................................ 4-35
Multifunction Lever
............................. 2-34
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. Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... 1-3
Recovery Tank. Coolant
...................... 5-13. 6-26
Recreational Vehicle Towing
....................... 4-41
Replacement Parts
............................. ... 6-67
Replacement. Wheel
............................ 6-50
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 8-8
Child ........................................ 1-30
Replacing Parts After a Crash
................... 1-39
-! System Check ................................ 7-48
Automatic Transmission
.. , ..................... 2- 15
Recovery Hooks
....... ; ........................ 5-34
Replacement Bulbs
.............................. 6-66
Restraints Checking
.................................... 1-38
Reverse Manual Transmission
................. 8 ......... 2- 18
Right Front Passenger Position
...................... 1-25
Roadside Assistance
............................... 8-4
Canadian
.................................... 8-6
Rocking Yow Vehicle ............... ' ............ 5-34
Rotation. Tires
................................. 6-46
safety Belts
.................................... 1-7
Adults
...................................... 1-12
Center Passenger Position
...................... 1-25
Children
................................ 1-28, 1-35
DriverPosition
............................... 1-12
Extender
.........................:........... 1-38
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1 - 12
Label
...................................... 1-39
Care
........................................ 6-56 Lap Belt
............................... 1-25. 1-27
Questions and Answers
........................ 1-11
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-27
Right Front Passenger Position
................... 1-25
Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1.- 24
Safety Defects, Reporting
......................... 8-8
Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... iii
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................... 7-3
Lap-Shoulder
................................ 1-12
Reminder Light
......................... : 1-7, 2-53
Replacing After a Crash
......................... 1-39
Why They Work
................................ 1-8
Safety Chains
................................... 4-51
Seatback
Latches
..........,............................ l-5
Reclining Front ...... : ........................ 1-3
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................ 1-1
Manual Transmission ........................... 2-18
Service Engine Soon Light
....................... 2-57
Service Parts Identification Label
.................. 6-61
Second Gear
Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-16
Service and Appearance Care
....................... 6-1
Service Publications
.......................... : .... 8-9
Service Work, Doing Your Own
.................... 6-2
Sheet Metal Damage
.............................. 6-59
Swft Light ............................... 2-19, 2-61
Shifting
........ .4r. ............................. 2-14
Out of Park
................................... 2-28
Side Access Panel
............................... 2-4
Signaling
Turns ................................ 2-34
IntoPark
.................................... 2-26
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