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The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced
carefully at the factory
to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are
not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear
or
your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment
may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle
vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels
may need to be rebalanced.
Wheel Replacement
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the
same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new
GM original
equipment parts. This way,
you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your
Chevrolet model.
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded. If wheel nuts keer> coming. loose. the wheel.
or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. I
I
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts
wheel bolts and wheel nuts shhd be &placed. If the
wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your
dealer if any
of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind
of wheel you need.
It could affect the braking and handling of your
vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in which
you or others could be injured. Always use the
correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for
replacement.
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The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more
information.
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or
how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause an accident.
If you have to replace a
wheel, use a new
GM original equipment wheel.
rire Chains
NOTICE:
If your vehicle has P235/55R16, P245/50ZR16 or
P275/40ZR17 size tires, don’t 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)
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If you do find traction devices that will fit, install
them on the rear tires.
If you have other 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 rear tires 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 contacting your vehicle, stop
and retighten them.
If the contact continues,
slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or
spinning the wheels with chains on will damage
your vehicle.
Appearance Care
Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some
are toxic. Others can burst into flame if
you strike a
match or get them on a hot part
of the vehicle. Some are
dangerous
if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
When
you use anything from a container to clean your
vehicle, be sure
to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or
windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Never use these to clean your vehicle:
0 Gasoline
0 Benzene
Naphtha
Carbon Tetrachloride
0 Acetone
0 Paint Thinner
0 Turpentine
0 Lacquer Thinner
0 Nail Polish Remover
They can all be hazardous
-- some more than
others
-- and they can all damage your vehicle, too.
Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can.
In many uses, these will damage your vehicle:
Alcohol
Laundry Soap
0 Bleach
0 Reducing Agents
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other
salts,
ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird
droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted
surfaces. Wash the vehicle as
soon as possible. If
necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather
and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period
of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking
new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered
whenever possible.
Cleaning Your Convertible Top
Your convertible top should be cleaned often. If you use
an automatic car wash, use one with water jets and
hanging cloths. High pressure car washes may cause
water to enter your vehicle.
When you hand wash the top, do it in partial shade.
Use a mild soap, lukewarm water and a soft sponge. A
chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top, and a brush
can chafe the threads
in the top fabric. Don’t use
detergents, harsh cleaners, solvents or bleaching agents. Wet
the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly to avoid
spots or rings. Let the soap remain on the fabric for a
few minutes. When the top is really dirty, use
a mild
foam-type cleaner. Thoroughly rinse the entire vehicle,
then let the top dry in direct sunlight.
To protect the convertible top:
0 After you wash the vehicle, make sure the top is
0 Don’t get any cleaner on the vehicle’s painted finish;
completely dry before
you lower it.
it could leave streaks.
0 If you decide to go through an automatic car wash, ask
the manager if the equipment could damage your top.
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome
Wheels
(If Equipped)
Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean 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.
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surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could
damage the surface. You may use chrome polish on
chrome wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the
wheel, and buff off immediately after application.
Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.
Cleaning Tires Sheet Metal Damage
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop
applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish
should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode
quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up
To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. materials available from your dealer or other service
outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected
in your dealer’s body and paint shop.
NOTICE: 1
When applying a tire dressing always take care to
wipe
off any overspray or splash from all painted
surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle.
Petroleum-based products may damage the
paint finish.
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I 1050172
I 1050173
I 1050174
1052918**
SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE
23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth - Wax Treated Exterior polishing cloth
1052925
1052929
1052930
12345002
1234572
1
12345725
12377964
12377966
12377984
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16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphat
16
oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass
16 oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from \
whitewalls
32
oz. (0.946 L) Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops, uphokeryand convertibletops ~
23 oz. (0.680 L) Glass Cleaner Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints
16
oz. (0.473 L) Wash Wax Concentrate
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Cleans and lightly waxes
8 oz. (0.237 L) Annor All” Protectant I I
Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas m, plastic,
rubber and vinyl
16
oz. (0.473 L)
16 oz. (0.473 L) Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water
Multi-Purpose Interior Cleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door\
panels
Cleaner and floor mats
8 02. (0.237 L) Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts, absorbs and removes soils
16
oz. (0.473 L) Armor All TM Cleaner Cleans and shines a variety of surface types
2.5
sq. ft. Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching
12
oz. (0.354 L) Silicone Tire Shine Spray
on tire shine
16
oz. (0.473 L) Finish Enhancer Removes dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants
16
oz. (0.473 L) Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish
16
oz. (0.473 L) Surface Cleaner Removes contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks I
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. **Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl.
See “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
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TAIL LPS
HVAC
PWR ACCY
COURTESY GAUGES
AIR BAG
CIG/ACCY
Usage
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Module, Headlamp Switch
HVAC Selector Switch, Rear
Defogger SwitcWTimer
Park Lamp Relay, Hatch Release
Relay, Power Mirror Switch,
Radio, Shock Sensor, Instrument
Cluster
Body Control Module (BCM)
Body Control Module (BCM),
Brake Switch Assembly (BTSI),
Instrument Cluster, Daytime
Running Lamps (DRL) Module,
Auxiliary Accessory Wire
Air Bag System, Dual
Pole
Arming Sensor
Cigarette Lighter, Data Link
Connector (DLC), Auxiliary
Accessory Wire
Fuse
DEFOGEEATS
WIPEWASH
WINDOWS
IP DIMMER
RADIO
Usage
Rear Defogger Switch/Timer,
Power Seats
Wiper Motor Assembly,
Wipermasher Switch
Power Windows Switch (RH, LH),
Express Down Module,
Convertible Top Switch
Door Illumination Lamp
(LH,
RH), Headlamp Switch, Fog
Lamp Switch, Instrument Cluster,
HVAC Control Assembly, PRNDL
Illumination Lamp, Ashtray
Lamp, Radio, Steering Wheel
Controls-Radio, Rear Window
Defogger Switch/Timer, Traction
Control (ASR) Second Gear Start Switch
Body Control Module (BCM),
Radio, Amplifier, Steering Wheel
Controls-Radio
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Back-up ............................... 3155
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
............. 92 1
Front Parking and Turn Signal
............. 3157K
Headlamp (Low-Beam)
................... 9006
Headlamp (High-Beam) .................. 9005
Sidemarker
.............................. 194
Tail Only
............................... 194
Tail/Stop/Turn
.......................... 3057
Capacities and Specifications
Engine
Type VIN Engine Code
K ...................... V6
VIN Engine Code
G ...................... V8
Fuel Delivery .................... Fuel Injection Valve
Arrangement
.................... In-Head
Piston Displacement
VIN Engine Code
K ......... 23 1 CID (3791 cc)
VIN Engine Code
G ......... 350 CID (5735 cc)
Firing Order
VIN Engine Code
K .............. 1-6-5-4-3-2
VIN Engine Code
G ........... 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Wheel Nut Torque
........... 100 lb-ft (140 Nnm)
Thermostat Temperature
Specification
................... 180°F (82°C)
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Type
................................. hook
Length
.................... 24 inches (610 cm)