1998 CHEVROLET MALIBU air conditioning

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Engine Crankcase
2.4L Engine ................... 4 quarts (3.8 L)
3 100 Engine
................ 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
2.4LEngine ................ 11.3quarts(10.7L)
3100 Engine .............. 13.6 quarts (12.9 L)
Air Conditioning ... See refrigerant charge label
under the hood.
Fuel Tank ................. 15.0 gallons (56.8 L)
Information label on the rear
driver’s side passenger door.
Wheel Nut Torque .......... 100 lb-ft (140 Nsm)
Cooling System
Refrigerant,
Tire Pressures, Sizes
........... See Tire-Loading
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill
to the appropriate level or as recommended in
this manual.
See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in
the Index.
2.4L Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code ........................... T
Type .................................... L4
Displacement ........................ 2.4 Liters
Firing Order
.......................... 1-3-4-2
Horsepower
............................. 150
Thermostat Temperature ........... 180°F (82°C)
3100 Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code ........................... M
Type .................................... V6
Displacement
........................ 3.1 Liters
Firing Order
...................... 1-2-3-4-5-6
Horsepower
............................. 155
Thermostat Temperature
........... 195 OF (9 1 O C)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant,
be sure the proper refrigerant is used.
If you’re not sure, ask your dealer.
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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.

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Accessory Power Outlet ......................... 2-44
Adding Equipment to Your Vehicle
.................. 6-3
Adjuster. Seat .............................. 1.2. 1.52
AirBag
....................................... 1-20
How Does it Restrain
.......................... 1-24
Howitworks
................................ 1-22
Location
.................................... 1-22
Readiness Light
......................... 1.22. 2.5 1
Servicing ................................... 1-26
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-24
What Will
You See After it Inflates ............... 1-25
When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-24
Air Bag Readiness Light
................... 1.22. 2.5 1
Aircleaner .................................... 6-18
Air Conditioning ............................ 3.2. 2.3
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-62
Alignment and Balance. Tire
...................... 6-43
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-50
Antenna. Fixed ................................. 3-24
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-20
Anti-Lock
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2.53. 4.7
Brakes
................................. 2.53. 4.7
Anti.Theft. Radio .............................. 3- 19 Appearancecare
............................... 6-45
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-53
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-9
Audio Equipment. Adding
......... 2.15.2.16.3.22. 6.55
Audio Systems .................................. 3-6
Auto-Down Window
............................ 2-28
Automatic Transaxle Park Mechanism Check
......... 7-32
Automatic Light Control
......................... 2-37
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
........................ 6-19
Automatic Transaxle Operation
.................... 2-18
Shifting
..................................... 2-18
Ashtray
....................................... 2-43
Backing up with a Trailer
....................... 4-37
Battery
....................................... 6-30
Jump Starting ................................. 5-3
Replacement, Keyless Entry System ............... 2-8
Saver
...................................... 2-39
Warnings
.................................... 5-3
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-9
Before Leaving on
a Long Trip .................... 4-21
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard
...................................... 4-26
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............................. 2-44
DoorLocks
................................... 2-5
Option Fuses
................................ 6-55
Remote Control Mirror
........................ 2-40
Seat
......................................... 1-3
Steering
..................................... 4-9
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-24
Windows
................................... 2-27
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1 - 19
Problems on the Road
............................ 5-2
Publications. Service and Owner
................... 8-12
Radiator
..................................... 5 . 17
Radio Reception
................................ 3-21
Rain. Driving
In ................................ 4- 16
Door Security Locks
........................... 2-5
Outside Seat Position
.......................... 1-27
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-30
Seatpassengers
.............................. 1-27
Radios
........................................ 3-6
Rear
Towing
..................................... 5-11
Window Defogger
............................. 3-5
Rearview Mirror
................................ 2-39
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............... 7-35
Recreational Vehicle Towing
...................... 4-28
Inside
Daymight
............................. 2-39 Refrigerants. Air Conditioning
.................... 6-62
Remote Cassette Tape Player
...................... 3-18
Remote Trunk Release
................................ 2-10
Trunk Release Lockout ........................ 2-10
Bulbs
...................................... 6-61
Parts ....................................... 6-63
Wheel ...................................... 6-43
Replacement
Replacing Safety Belts
........................... 1-52
Reporting Safety Defects
......................... 8-10
Restraints Checking
................................... 1-52
Child
....................................... 1-37
Head
........................................ 1-5
Replacing Parts After a Crash
................... 1-52
Systemcheck
................................ 7-30
Reverse. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-19
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-20
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-5
Roadside Assistance. Canadian
..................... 8-7
Rocking Your Vehicle
........................... 5-34
Rotation. Tires
................................. 6-39
Safety Belt Extender
............................ 1-52
Safety Belt Reminder Light
................... 2.51. 1-7
Safety Belts
.................................... 1-6
Adults ...................................... 1-11
Care ....................................... 6-48