1997 CHEVROLET S10 wheel

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Rust-or dirt on a wheel,. or on the parts to which
it is fastened, can make wheel nuts bec:ome lo-ose
a-ftep a. time. The wheel coukd come off and cause:
an accident. When you change a wheel, remove
any .rust or dirt from places where the wheel
attaches
to the vehicle. In an emwgency, you can
use a cloth or a paper: towel to do this; but be
sgre to use a scraper or wim brush later, if you
need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See
“Changing a Flat Tire” in .the Index.)
One way to tell when it’s
time
for new tires is to
check the treadwear
indicators, which wil’l
appear when yo-ur tires have
only l/ 16 inch (1.6 mnm) or
less of tread remaining.
10 You can see the indicators at three 01: mn1-e places
around. thetire-.
a You can see cord .or f’abric showing through the
tire’s rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep
enou.gh to show cord-or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire hn.s a puncture, cut or other damage that
can’t be repaired well because of the size 01: :location
of the damage.

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'If you 'eve.r replace your tires with those- not :having .a
TPC Spec number, make Sure they are the same, size,
load range, speed rating and construction type (bas,
.bias-belted..or radial) as you^ original tires..
Mixing tires could 'cause you to lose control while
driving. If
you mix tires of different: sizes or type-§
(.radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not
handle properly, land you could have .a crash.
Using,tires of different sizes may also cause
.damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the:.same
size and type tires on all wheels.
It's
all right to drive with your compact spare
(if .you have one), It was developed for use on
your vehkle.
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Warning: 'The temperature grad.e for this tire is
estab1ishe;d for' a-tire that i.s properly inflated .and not
overlaaded. Excessi-ve speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination,
can cause heat bui1.d.up and. pes-sible tire failure,
Scheduled wheel alig-nment an.d wheel balancing are not
needed. However,
if y0.u notice unusual tire wc;ar or
yo?ur vehicle pulling. ode way or -the o,t.her, the alignment
may need to b.e met. If y~u notice your vehicle
vibrating.
when driving on a smooth road, your wheels
may need to be rebalanced.
Wheel Replac-ement
The whWs on your vehicle were'aligned and balanced
carefully at the factory to give.you the longest tire life
and best overall perf~rrnance.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be :d.angerous..
It could affect the braking and handling
of
your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make.
you lose contrd. You could have a~c.olliSioh in
which you or others could be injured. Always
use the.correct wheel, wheel b;olts and wheel nuts
for replacement.
The wrong wheel can also cause pro-blems with
hearing life, brake cooling, speedometer
or
odometer ‘calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
hei.ght, vehicle
ground clearance and tire or tire
chain clearance
to the body and .chassis;
See “Changing a Flat Tire” : Index for
more infmm.abn.., ..
* *
Used Replacement Wheels
r
Putti ; ,a used wheel on your venicIe is
dangerous.
You can’t know how id’s been used or
how
far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause
an accident. E you have to replace a
wheel, use a new GIC’I. original equipment wheel.

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use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle
because there’s not enough clearance.
Use another type
of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends it
for use on your
vehicle and tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that -manufacturer’s
instructions.
To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if
it’s contacting your vehicle, and don’t
spin your -wheels..
NOTICE: (Continued)
’ NOTICE: (Continued)
If you do find a traction device that will fit, install
them on the rear4irgs.
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 contztc,ting your vehicle,
stop and retighten them.
If the contact contimes;
slow down until
it stops. Driving toa fast or
spinning the wheels with chains on will damage
your vehicle.

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Cleaning Aluminum Whe.els
(If Equipped)
Keep your wheels clean using a soft de-an cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly.,
dry with a soft clean towel. A wax
may then
be applied.
The-surface
of thae wheels is similar to the painted
surface
of your vehicle. Don’t use strang soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning brushes
.on them because you could
darnage he.surface.
Don’t- take- your vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has. silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can alsq dam.age I. . the surface-of these wheels.
Ckaning Tires
To clean your tires, use a -stiff bruih with a tire demer.
I NOTICE:
When applying a tire ilressing alwags take care to.
wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted
surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle.
Petsoleum-based products
may damage the
paht finish.
Sheet Metal Damage
.If your vehicle is damaged ahd requires sheet-metal
repair
QT replacement; make sure the body repair shop
-applies anti-corrosion material to the p,artsrepaired or
replaced to- resture corrosion protection.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Vehicle Dimensions*
Wheelbase S/T10603
.............. 108.3 inches (275;l cm)
S/TlO'803
.............. 117.9. inches (2995 cm)
ST10653 .............. 122.9 inehe:s (312.2 cm)
S/T 10603 .............. 1-89 .O inches (480.1 cm)
S/Tl0803 .............. 204.9 inches (520.4 cm)
SIT10653 .............. 203..6 inches (5-17,.1 cm)
S-l0603-/S 1Q803 .......... 62.1 inches (157.7 cm)
S106'53 ................ 62.2 inches (158.cicrn)
TlQ.6.03/T10653
.......... 63.8 inches (162.1 cm)
T 10803 ................ 65.4 inches (1 66 1 cm)
Width .................. 67.9 inches (172.5 cm)
Length
Height
Front Tread
S Series
0.0 Wheel Offset ........ 54.5 inches.(138.4 cm)
-6.4 Wheel Offset ...... 55.0 inches (139.6 cm)
15-inch
Tires * ,.-G . , . 573 inche.s (1 45.4 cm)
3 1 x 10.5 Tires ......... 612 inches (155.4 crn)
Rear Tread
S Series ................ 34.7 inches' (138.8 CIB)
T Series
1-5-inch Tii-es .......... 56.1 inches. (139.9 cm)
3 1 :x 10.5 Tires ......... 519.1 inches (1.59.9 cm)
T Series
"Figures reflect
base equipment only.

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The-proper fluids and lubicants to use are listed in.Part D.
Make sure whoever sezvic.es your vehicle uses these. All
parts should be replacedhnd all necessary repbs done
before
you Or af~ybne else drives the vehicle. ’
These schedules are for .vehicles that:
a
0
a
0
carry passengers and cargo with.in recommended
limits. You?will
find these limits on your velzich’s
Certifiication/Tire label. See “Loading. Your Vehicle”
in the Index.
are driven on reasonable-road surfaces within legal
driving limits..
.are drivec off-road
in- the -mmi%nended mer. See,
“Off-Road .Driving With-Your Four-Wheel-Drive
Vehicle” in the Index.
use the recommended fuel. See “Fuel“ in the Index.
Sekcting- the Right Schedul-e
First you’ll need to decide which ofthe two schedules is
right for YOU^. ire-hicle. Here’s how to decide which
schedule to follow:
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