1996 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN coolant

NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute
Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failure \
to
use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered by
your warranty.
GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the
requirements for your vehicle.
Engine Oil Additives
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your GM dealer is ready to advise if you
think something should be added.
When to Change Engine Oil
See if any one of these is true for you:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly
important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop and
go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off-road frequently.
0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.
If any one of these
is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil
and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months - whichever comes
first.
Light Duty Emissions:
If none of them is true, change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (1 2 500
km) or 12 months - whichever comes first.
Heavy Duty Emissions:
If none of them is true, change the oil and filter every 6,000 miles (10 000
km) or 12 months - whichever comes first.
Engine Coolant Heater
An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in
very cold weather, 0°F (- 18OC) or colder. If your vehicle has this option,
see “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.
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How to Check Lubricant
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If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add
some lubricant.
If the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch
(I 2 mm) below the filler plug hole.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to
use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it
is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine
Overheating”
in the Index.
The proper coolant for your vehicle will:
Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as they should.
What to Use
Use a mixture of one-half chi? wcmr (preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets
“GM Specification 6038-M,” which won’t damage
aluminum parts.
You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to “GM
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Specification 6038-M.” Use GM Coolant Supplement (Sealer) with a
complete coolant flush and refill. If
you use this mixture, you don’t need to
add anything else.
NOTICE:
If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat
and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty.
Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack
the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Some conditions, such
as air trapped in the cooling system, can affect the
coolant level
in the radiator. Check the coolant level when the engine is cold
and follow the steps under “Adding Coolant”
for the proper way to add
coolant.
If you have to add coolant more than four times
a year, have your dealer
check
your cooling system.
I NOTICE:
If you use the proper coolant, you don’t have to add extra
inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system. These
can be harmful.
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Adding Cooranr - Gasoline Engine
The coolant recovery
tank is located on the
passenger side at the
rear corner of the
engine compartment.
To Check Coolant
When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD mark, or
a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up
to the
HOT mark, or a little higher.
To Add Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank.
Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it.
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Adding Coolant - Diesel Engine
x " The coolant surge tank is located on
the
passenger side at the
rear corner of the
engine compartment.
To Check Coolant
A CAUTION:
lbrning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and
radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow \
out
and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure
cap -
even a little - when the engine and radiator are hot.
When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD mark. or
a little higher.
If this light comes on, it means you're low on engine coolant.
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To Add Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper mix crt the surge tunk, but only
when the engine
is cool. If the surge tank is empty, see “Engine
Overheating”
in the Index for the proper fill procedure.
A CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and
it will burn if the engine
parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on
a hot engine.
When replacing the pressure
cap, make sure it is tight.
Radiator Pressure Cap - Gasoline Engine
The radiator pressure
cap
must be tightly
installed
with the
arrows on the cap
lined up with the
overflow tube
on the
radiator filler neck.
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NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and
must be tightly installed to prevent coolant
loss and possible
engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
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Surge Tank Pressure Cap - Diesel Engine
The surge tank
pressure cap must
be
tightly installed with
the arrows on the cap
lined up with the top
tube
of the coolant
surge tank.
NOTICE:
Your surge tank pressure cap is a unique 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap for use with surge tank cooling systems only.
It must be tightly installed to prevent coolant
loss and possible
engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the top tube of the coolant surge tank.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine
coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow
of coolant through the
radiator
until the coolant reaches a preset temperature.
When you replace your thermostat, an
AC@ thermostat is recommended.
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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NAME
STOP/HAZ
T CASE
CTSY
GAGES
RR WAC
CRUISE
AUX PWR CRANK
PARK LPS
AIR BAG
WIPER
HTR-A/C
CIG LTR
ILLUM
DRL-FOG
TURN-B/U
RADIO
BRAKE
RADIO
BATT
TRANS
CIRCUITS PROTECTED
Stop/TCC Switch, Buzzer, CHMSL, Hazard
Lamps, Stop Lamps
Transfer Case
Courtesy Lamps, Cargo Lamp, Glove Box
Light, Dome/RDG Lamps, Vanity Mirrors,
Pwr Mirrors
IP Cluster, DRL Relay, HDLP Switch,
Keyless Entry, Low Coolant Module
RR HVAC Controls
Cruise Control
Aux Power Outlet
Diesel Fuel Pump, DERM, ECM
Lic Lamp, Park Lamp, Tail Lamp, Roof
Marker Lamp, Tdi1 Gate Lamps, Front Side
Markers, Door Switch Illum, Fender Lamps
DERM
Wiper
Motor, Washer Pump
A/C, A/C Blower, High Blower Relay
Power Amp, Rear Liftglass, Cig Lighter,
Door Lock Relay, Pwr Lumbar Seat
4WD, Indicator, LP Cluster, HVAC
Controls,
RR HVAC Controls, IP Switches,
Radio Illumination
DRL Relay,
Fog Lamp Relay
Frt Turn, RR Turn, B/U Lps
Radio (Ign)
DRAC, 4WAL PCM. ABS,
... . Cruise
Radio (Batt)
PRNDL, Auto Transmission, Speedo,
Check Gages Tell Tde
Not Used Not Used
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