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When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow
the manufacturer’s instructions
for
adding water.
Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer
fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze
and damage your washer fluid tank and
other parts of the washer system. Also,
water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Fill your washer fluid tank only
three-quarters full when it’s very cold. This
allows for expansion, which could damage
the tank if it is completely full.
Don’t use radiator antifreeze
in your
windshield washer. It can damage your
washer system and paint.
Brakes
Brake Fluid
Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled
with DOT-3 brake fluid.
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Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
I
Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield,
Backglass and
Wiper Blades
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarm water.
Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part
No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped off later.
If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should’not be attached across the
defogger grid. If
the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or
if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax
or other material may be on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@
(GM Part
No. 10500 1 I ). The windshield is clean if beads do not
form when you rinse it with water.
Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth
soaked
in full-strength windshield washer solvent.
Then rinse
the blade with water.
Wiper blades should be checked
on a regular basis and
replaced when worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone
grease with
a clean cloth at least every six months.
During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application may be required. (See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index.)
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure
the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added
to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,
as shown in
Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for JOL~ or a service stcltion attendant to
pecform these underhood checks at each file1 .fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mix
if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the
Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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USAGE
Chassis
Lubrication
Front Wheel
Bearings
Differential,
Front and Rear Axle
Transfer Case
Windshield
Washer Solvent
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2,
Category GC or
GC-LB (GM Part
No.
105 1344 or equivalent).
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052271) or
SAE 80W-90
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
DEXRON@-111 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent
(GM Part No.
105 15 15)
or equivalent.
USAGE
Hood Latch
Assembly Pivots,
Spring Anchor
and Release
Pawl
Hood and Door
Hinges,
Fuel
Filler Door and
Endgate Hinges,
and Rear
Folding Seat
Weatherstrip Conditioning
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM
Part
No. 12346293 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM
Part No. 12346241
or equivalent).
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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Ordering Publications ............................ 8-9
Outside Mirrors
................................ 2-34
Overdrive. Automatic Transmission
................ 2- 16
Overhead Console .............................. 2-35
Overheating Engine
............................. 5- 1 1
Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-39
Paint Spotting. Chemical
........................ 6-50
Park
......................................... 2-14
Shifting Into
................................. 2- 18
Shifting Out
of ............................... 2-20
AtNight
..................................... 2-9
Brake
...................................... 2-17
Brake Mechanism Check
....................... 7-42
On Hills with
a Trailer ......................... 4-50
Over Things That Burn
........................ 2-20
Passing
....................................... 4-11
Payload
....................................... 4-43
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-43
Power
Accessory Outlet
............................. 2-43
Remote Control Mirror
........................ 2-34
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-23
Windows
................................... 2-22
Parking
Lots
........................................ 2-9
DoorLocks
................................... 2-4
Steering
..................................... 4-8 PowerSeat
..................................... 1-1
Pregnancy.
Use of Safety Belts .................... 1-22
Problems on the Road
............................
Radiator. Adding Coolant ....................... 5-17
Radiator Pressure Cap ........................... 6-23
Radio Reception
................................ 3-13
Radios
........................................ 3-6
Rain. Driving
.................................. 4-29
Rear
Axle
....................................... 6-19
Door Security Locks
........................... 2-4
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-26
Seatpassengers
.............................. 1-23
Seats
........................................ 1-4
Towing
..................................... 5-10
Window Defogger
............................. 3-5
Window WasherIWiper
........................ 2-27
Rearview Mirror
................................ 2-33
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-2
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
.......... 6-58. 7-45
Recovery Hooks
................................ 5-30
Recovery Tank. Coolant
.......................... 5-13
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 6-56
Parts ....................................... 6-57
Wheel
...................................... 6-42
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................... 8-7
9-7
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Transfercase .................................. 6-17
Transmission Fluid
.............................. 6- 14
Transmission. Shifting
........................... 2- 14
Transmitters. Keyless Entry ........................ 2-5
Transportation. Courtesy
.......................... 8-5
Trip
Computer
................................... 2-37
Odometer
................................... 2-49
Trip. Before Leaving ............................ 4-34
TTYUsers
..................................... 8-3
Turn and Lane Change Signals
.................... 2-24
Turn Signals When Towing
a Trailer ................ 4-49
Underbody Maintenance
................... 6.50. 7.42
Underhood Lamp Bulb Replacement
................ 6-33
Universal Transmitter
............................ 2-43
. US/MET Button ................................ 2-35
Vanity Mirror Lamp Bulb Replacemen!
............ 6-34
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-5
Damage Warnings
.............................. iv
Dimensions ................................. 6-58
Identification Number
......................... 6-52
Loading
.................................... 4-41
Storage
..................................... 6-30 Ventilation
System
............................... 3-3
Visors. Sun
.................................... 2-42
Voltmeter
..................................... 2-52
warning Devices
............................... 5-1
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ............... 2-50
Washer Fluid. Windshield ........................ 6-24
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-48
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-47
Nut Torque ............................. 5-27. 6-57
Replacement
................................. 6-42
Wheel
Alignment
.................................. 6-42
Windows
..................................... 2-22
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-26
Fluid
....................................... 6-24
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-39
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-26
Blade Replacement
........................... 6-35
Winter Driving
................................. 4-37
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-6
Fuses ....................................... 6-53
Rear
....................................... 2-27
Wiring. Headlamp
.............................. 6-53
9-10
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