1997 CHEVROLET TAHOE brakes

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and
evenly torque wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to
GM specifications.
Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but
if
you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear
brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake drums
should be removed and inspected each time the tires
are removed for rotation or changing. When you have
the front brake pads replaced, have the rear brakes
inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced
as complete
axle sets.
See “Brake System Inspection”
in Section 7 of this manual
under Part
C “Periodic Maintenance Inspections.’’
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or
if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign
of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes
adjust for wear.
If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your
rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by
backing up and firmly applying the brakes
a few times.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex.
Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well
together if the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality
GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you have to have new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved
GM replacement parts. If you
don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For
example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The braking
performance you’ve come to expect can change in many
other ways if someone puts
in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at
150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after 150,000 miles (240
000 km).
See “Owner Checks and Services’’ and “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” following.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
# Lubricate the front suspension, kingpin bushings,
steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, transfer case
shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, front axle
propshaft splines and brake pedal springs. Ball joints and kingpin bushings should not
be lubricated unless
their temperature
is 10” F (- 12” C) or higher, or they
could be damaged.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic
Maintenance Inspection” in Part
C of this schedule.
** Drive axle service (see “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index for proper lubricant to use):
Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first
engine oil change. At subsequent oil changes, check
fluid level and add fluid as needed.
If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km).
Standard Differential -- Check fluid level and add
fluid as needed at every oil change.
If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km).
heavy-duty or off-road use.
More frequent lubrication may be required for

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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at
150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after
150,000 miles (240 000 km).
See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” following.
Footnotes
3- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure
to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
# Lubricate the front suspension, kingpin bushings,
steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, transfer case
shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, front axle
propshaft splines and brake pedal springs. Ball joints and
kinetin bushings should
not be lubricated unless
their tegperature is”1O”F
(- 12°C) or higher, or they
could be damaged.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” in
Part C of this schedule.
* * Drive axle service (see “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index for proper lubricant to use):
Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first
engine oil change. At subsequent oil changes, check
fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Standard Differential -- Check fluid level and add
fluid as needed at every engine oil change.
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While parked, and with the parking brake set, try
to turn
the ignition key
to LOCK in each shift lever position.
The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift
The key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK (P) Mechanism Check lever
is in PARK
(P).
I 4 CAUTLN:
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
-
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from
the regular brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then
release all brakes.
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Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed.
Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive)
Inspection
Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front
axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary.
Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control
linkage. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation. More frequent lubrication may be
required on off-road use.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings
for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment.
You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits
or conditions result in frequent braking.

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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of y\
our vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it\
in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
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TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE
UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
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SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet.
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Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
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CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past
model
GM vehicles. To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.

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Air Bag ...................................... 1-3 1
Adding Equipment ............................ 1-37
How Does
it Restrain .......................... 1-35
How
it Works ................................ 1-33
Location
.................................... 1-33
Readiness Light ......................... 1-32. 2-65
Servicing
................................... 1-36
What Makes
it Inflate .......................... 1-34
What Will
You See After it Inflates ............... 1-35
When Should
it Inflate ......................... 1-34
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-18
Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check
........ 7-44
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-7
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
..................... 6-72
Alignment and Balance, Tire
...................... 6-50
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning
...................... 6-58
Antenna, Fixed
................................. 3-30
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-26
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
................ 2-68, 4-7
Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Anti-Theft, Radio
.............................. 3-26
Appearance Care
............................... 6-52
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-60
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-9 Armrest Storage Compartment
.................... 2-52
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-58
Audio Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-28
Audio Systems
................................. 3-11
Automatic Transmission
Check
.................................... 7-44
Fluid
....................................... 6-20
Operation
................................... 2-16
Overdrive
................................... 2-19
Park Mechanism Check
........................ 7-46
Shifting
..................................... 2-16
Axle. Front
.................................... 6-25
Axle. Locking Rear
............................. 2-20
Axle. Rear
.................................... 6-24
Auxiliary Power Outlet
.......................... 2-59
Battery
...................................... 6-36
Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Replacement. Keyless Entry
..................... 2-7
Warnings
................................ 5-3. 5-4
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-9
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard. Driving In
............................. 4-40
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........................ ....... 6-35
Fluid
....................................... 6-32
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-32
Parking
..................................... 2-25
PedalTravel
................................. 6-35
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-35
System Warning Light
......................... 2-67
Trailer
...................................... 4- 50
Transmission Shift Interlock Check ............... 7-45
Wear
....................................... 6-34
Brakes, Anti-Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking
........................................ 4- 6
Braking in Emergencies ........................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle
........................ 2- 12
Brightness Control
............................ 2-42
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-37
BTSICheck
................................... 7-45
Canadian Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-69
Carbon Monoxide
.......... 2-29,2-30,4-41,4-49, 4-50
Care
of Your Cassette Tape Player .................. 3-29
Cargo Security Shade
............................ 2-55
Cargo Tie Downs
............................... 2-56
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7-43
Cassette Tape Player
....................... 3- 13, 3- 15
Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ 3-29
Cassette Tape Player Errors
.................. 3- 15, 3- 19
CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature
................. 3-26
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-38
CertificatiodTire Label ........................... 4-42
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement
.... 6-42 Chains. Safety
............................... 4-49
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-22
Charging System Warning Light
................... 2-65
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-73
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-62
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-59
Child Restraints
................................ 1-48
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
........... 1-51
Securing in the Center Seat Position
.............. 1-54
Securing
in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-56
TopStrap
................................... 1-51
WheretoPut ................................ 1-50
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-58
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-63
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-18
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels
............................ 6-58
Exterior LampsLenses
........................ 6-57
Fabric
...................................... 6-53
Glass
....................................... 6-56
Inside
of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-53
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-56
Leather
..................................... 6-55
Outside of Your Vehicle
........................ 6-57
Special Problems
............................. 6-54
Stains
...................................... 6-54
Tires
....................................... 6-59
Vinyl
....................................... 6-55
Wheels
..................................... 6-58
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-51
Windshield and Wiper Blades
................... 6-56
Climate Control, Optional
......................... 3-3
Climate Control, Standard
......................... 3-2
Climate Control System
........................... 3-2
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