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Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring and fall).
You should let your dealer’s service
department
or other qualified service center do these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed
at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged,
loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes,
loose connections or other conditions which could
cause a heat build-up in the
floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in
the Index.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings
and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the
radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and
pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any components that have high effort
or excessive wear.
Do not lubricate accelerator and
cruise control cables.
7-43
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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your 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 1998 CHEVROLET
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 1998
GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$40.00
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.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL
TO:
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
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. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 0.00
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.
OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356
Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover)
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OnReminder
................................ 2-41
Wiring
..................................... 6-59
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-4
Heated Front Seats
............................... 1-5
Heated Outside Mirrors
.......................... 2-46
Heating
........................................ 3-7
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-34
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-34
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-45
Hood
.......................................... 6-8
Horn
......................................... 2-33
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-20
Check
...................................... 7-40
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-30
HighLow
Beam Changer
...................... 2-35
Ignition Positions
.................................... 2-14
Transmission Lock Check
...................... 7-42
Illuminated Entry
............................... 2-43
Inflation. Tire
............................. 6.41. 7.39
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-44
Inspections Brakesystem
................................ 7-44
Engine Cooling System
........................ 7-43
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-43
Front Drive Axle Boot Seal
..................... 7-43
Steering
.................................... 7-43
Suspension
.................................. 7-43
Throttle System
.............................. 7-43
Transfer Case
................................ 7-44
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
................. 7-42 Instrument Panel
............................... 2-64
Cleaning
.................................... 6-52
Cluster
................................ 2.65. 2.66
Fuse Block
.................................. 6-60
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-43
Jacking Equipment
............................. 5-22
Jump Starting
................................... 5-3
Key in the Ignition
............................. 2-12
Key Lock Cylinders Service
...................... 7-40
Key Release Button
............................. 2-15
Keyless Entry System
............................ 2-6
Labels Keys
.......................................... 2-2
Certificatioflire
............................. 4-40
Fuse
.................................. 6.60. 6.62
Safety Belt
.................................. 1-57
Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-58
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-58
Lamps
........................................ 2-40
Dome
...................................... 2-43
FrontMap
................................... 2-43
Front Reading
........................... 2.43. 2.47
Interior
..................................... 2-43
OnReminder
................................ 2-41
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-7
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle
with the Engine Running ....... 2-25
Lighter
....................................... 2-57
Lights Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1.25. 2.69
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............ 2.72. 4.7