1996 CHEVROLET TRACKER air conditioning

Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort
control and audio systems offered with your Geo. Be
sure to read about the particular systems supplied with
your vehicle.
Comfort Controls
With this system, you can control the heating and
ventilation
in your Geo. If you have the air conditioning
option, you can also control cooling.
Climate Control System
Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation
system described later in this section.
Airflow Lever
dm 9 VENT This position directs the airflow through
the instrument panel vents.
*+ BI-LEVEL: This position directs air though the
instrument panel vents and toward the floor.
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w2 FLOOR: This position directs air toward the floor.
wy DEFOG: This position directs air toward the
floor, the windsheld and side windows.
DEFROST: This position directs air to the
windshield and side windows.
Fan Control Lever
Slide the lever away from OFF to turn the system on.
Move the lever toward the fan symbol to increase the
fan’s speed.
Temperature Control Lever
Slide the lever to change the temperature of the air
flowing from the system. Move it to the right for
warmer
air and to the left for cooler air. Without
optional air conditioning, the air temperature cannot
be
less than the outside air temperature.
Air Intake Lever
RECIRCULATE: Choose this position to recirculate
the inside
air through the comfort control system.
CIRCULATE: Choose this position to circulate outside
air through the comfort control system.
Air Conditioner Controls (Option)
The air conditioning system
uses the same controls as
described previously. The
function
of each lever is
explained under “Climate
Control System” in this
part.
The incoming air is
cooled and dehumidified
instead
of being heated.
Push the
A/C button to change your comfort control
system
from heating to air conditioning. A light will
come on when the air conditioning is on. The A/C
button can also control the humidity
in your vehicle.
The
air conditioner works best if you keep your
windows closed. On very hot days, open the windows
just long
enough for the hot air to escape.
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Main Fuse Block
The main fuse box in your engine compartment protects
all electrical loads.
For access
to the main fuses, pull off the cover. A spare
fuse is
also inside the fuse box.
Fuse
BATT ......
ABS .........
Usage
............ All Electrical Load
....... Anti-Lock Brake System
LAMP
...
IG . . ................. Ignition, Lighter, Radio,
Wiperwasher, Rear Defogger,
Turn Signals, Backup Lamps, Heater
Stop Lamps, Horn, Hazard Lamps
H/L, R ................... Right Side Headlamp
H/L, L ................. Left Side Headlamp
FI ....... .......... Fuel Injection System
A/C
.... ... ........ Air Conditioning
......... Taillamps, Dome Lamps,
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Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions.
label under the hood and “Air Conditioning
Refrigerants” at the end of this section.
Air Conditioning?
... See the refrigerant information
Please refer to “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index
for more information.
Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill
...... . 3.0 quarts (2.8 L)**
Overhaul
Two-Door Convertible
...... 5.4 quarts (5.1 L)
Four-Door Hardtop
........ 7.3 quarts (6.9 L)
Automatic Transmission ....... 5.5 quarts (5.2 L)
Manual Transmission
....... 5.6 quarts (5.3 L)
With Filter Change ........ 4.5 quarts (4.2 L)*
Front Differential ............ 1.1 quarts (1.0 L)
Fuel Tank
Two-Door Convertible
....... 11.1 gallons (42 L)
Four-Door Hardtop ......... 14.5 gallons (55 L)
Cooling System
Crankcase Manual Transmission
Four-wheel Drive
........ 1.6 quarts (1.5 L)**
Two-Wheel Drive .......... 2.0 quarts (1.9 L)**
Rear Differential ............. 2.3 quarts (2.2 L)
Transfer Case ............... 1.8 quarts (1.7 L)
* When changing the oil filter, additional oil may be
needed. Recheck the oil level after filling. See “Engine
Oil” in the Index.
** Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid” or “Manual Transmission Fluid” in
the Index.
Wheel Nuts
Wheel Nut Torque ............. 60 lb-ft (80 N-m)
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Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase Two-Door Convertible
... 86.6 inches (2 200 mm)
Four-Door Hardtop
...... 97.6 inches (2 480 mm)
Tread
Front
................. 54.9 inches (1 395 mm)
Rear ................ 55.1 inches (1 400 mm)
Length
Two-Door Convertible
. . 143.7 inches (3 650 mm)
Four-Door Hardtop ..... 158.7 inches (4 030 mm)
Two-Door Convertible ... 64.2 inches (1 630 mm)
Four-Door Hardtop ...... 64.4 inches (1 635 mm)
Two-Door Convertible
Two-Wheel Drive
...... 64.3 inches (1 633 mm)
Width
Height Four-wheel Drive
..... 65.1 inches (1 654 mm)
Four-Door Hardtop
Two-Wheel Drive ...... 65.7 inches (1 669 mm)
Four-wheel Drive ..... 66.5 inches (1 689 mm)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants'are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant
is used.
If you're not sure, ask your Geo dealer.
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Gem Section 9 Index
Air ~ag ...................................... I -24
Adding Equipment
............................ 1-30
How Does it Restrain
........................ 1-28
How it Works
.............................. 1-26
Location
.................................... l-26
Readiness Light ......................... 1-25, 2-61
Servicing
................................... 1-2 9
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-27
What Will
You See After it Inflates ............... 1-28
AirCleaner
.................................... 6-13
Airconditioning
................................ 3-2
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-64
Alignment and Balance, Tire
...................... 6-46
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning
...................... 6-54
Antenna
...................................... 3-19
Antifreeze
............................. 6-24
Anti-Lock
When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-27
Brake System Active Light ................. 2-64, 4-8
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2-63, 4-6
Brakes ...................................... 4- 6
Appearance Care ................................ 6-48 Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-56
Arbitration Program .............................. 8-7
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-6
Overdrive
............................... 2-13
Overdrive
Off Switch .......................... 2-13
Shifting
..................................... 2-10
TEUIS~~SS~O~ ............................ 2-8.2-10
Transmission Check ........................... 7-48
Transmission Fluid
............................ 6-15
Transmission Operation
........................ 2-10
Transmission Park Mechanism Check
............. 7-50
Axle, Front
.................................... 6-23
Axle, Rear
. . ............................. 6-21
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-40
Automatic
Starting Your Engine
........................... 2-8
Battery
................. .: ................... 6-33
Jump Starting ................................. 5-2
Warnings
.................................... 5-2
BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-7
Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 8-7
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Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement ... ... 6-38
Window Defogger
.................... .... 3-5
Window Defogger Light
...................... 3-5
Windshield Washer
........................... 2-3 1
Removing and Installing ........................ 2-46
Rearview Mirrors
............................... 2-37
Convex Outside
........................ ...... 2-38
Inside Daymight
............................. 2-37
Manual Adjust
.................. ........ 2-37
Power Remote Control
....... ...... 2-38
Recovery Tank, Coolant
.......... ... ... 5-16
Recreational Vehicle Towing
.................... 4-43
Refrigerants, Air Conditioning
.................... 6-64
the Rear Window ............................. 2-46
Rear Window
Reclining Front Seatbacks
.......................... 1-2
Recovery
Hooks ................. ...... 5-34
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 6-61
Parts
....................................... 6-62
Wheel
...................................... 6-46
Replacing Safety Belts
........... ............. 1-46
Reporting Safety Defects
..... .............. 8-8
Restraints
Checking
................................. 1-46
Child
....................................... 1-37
Replacing Parts After a Crash .................... 1-46
System Check
................................ 7-48
Reverse, Automatic Transmission
.................. 2-11
Reverse, Manual Transmission .................... 2-15
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-31
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-4
Roadside Assistance, Canadian
..................... 8-6
Rocking Your Vehicle ........................... 5-34
Rotation, Tires
............................... 6-42
Head
........................................ l-3
safety
Belt Extender .......................... 1-46
Safety Belts
................................... 1-13
Adults ...................................... 1-18
Care ....................................... 6-51
Children
.................................... l-35
Driver Position ............................... 1-18
Extender
.................................... l-46
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-18
Incorrect Usage .................... 1-20, 1-44, 1-45
Lap-Shoulder
... ..................... 1-18, 1-32
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