1998 CHEVROLET PRIZM radiator cap

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase ................ .97.1 inches (247 cm)
Length
................... 175.0 inches (445 cm)
Width
.................... .66.7 inches (169 cm)
Height
.................... .53.5 inches (1 36 cm)
Tread Front
................... .57.9 inches (147 cm)
Rear
.................... -57.5 inches (146 cm)
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.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter .......... GM Part No. 94853522
Battery
............................... .35-60
Engine Oil Filter .......... GM Part No. 25014441
Fuel Filter
................ GM Part No. 94854620
PCV Valve
............... GM Part No. 94853556
Radiator Pressure Cap
........... 15 psi (105 kPa)
Spark Plug*
Denso K16TR11 ........ 0.043 inch (1.1 mm) gap
NGK BKRSEKB-11
..... 0.043 inch (1.1 mm) gap
*Your engine is fitted
with twin ground electrode spark
plugs. Use
only twin ground electrode spark plugs for
better engine performance.
6-60

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs
rotation pattern and additional information. (See
footnote
+.)
first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and
pressure cap.
An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote “f)
0 Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your
vehicle is used to tow a trailer.
0 Change automatic transaxle and differential fluid every 15,000 miles
(25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of
these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
90°F (32°C) or higher.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, check the fluid.
7-13

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I Short Trip/City Maintenancc 5chedule 1
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)
0
0
0
0
0
0
Replace air cleaner filter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the I\
ndex for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration. Adjust valve clearance to fa\
ctory
specifications if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first). Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote “f)
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, w\
hichever occurs
first). See “Engine Coolant”
in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test coolin\
g system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote “f)
Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your
vehicle is used to tow a trailer.
7-18

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
first). See
“Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspec\
t hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and
pressure cap.
An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote “f)
Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your
vehicle
is used to tow a trailer.
0 Change automatic transaxle and differential fluid every 15,000 miles
(25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of
these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches
90 OF (32 O C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, check the \
fluid.
7-24

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I Long Tripmighway .Maintenance Schedule
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs
first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index
for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and
pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote T.)
Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your
vehicle is used to tow a trailer.
Change automatic transaxle and differential fluid every 15,000 miles
(25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of
these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly r\
eaches
90°F (32°C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, check the fluid.
7-29

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)
0
0
Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first). Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote “f)
Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration. Adjust valve clearance to fa\
ctory
specifications if necessary (or every
48 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs
first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test coolin\
g system and
pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote t.)
Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your
vehicle is used to tow a trailer.
Change automatic transaxle and differential fluid every
15,000 miles
(25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of
these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reach\
es
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, check the fluid.
90 OF (32 O C) or higher.
7-32

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ~~~~~
~ Iighway Maintenance Schedule
~~~
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first). Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote T.)
An Emission Control Service.
first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test coolin\
g system and
pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote ”f)
vehicle is used to tow a trailer.
(25
000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or 12 months since last inspection).
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occur\
s
Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your
0 Change automatic transaxle and differential fluid every 15,000 miles
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly r\
eaches
90°F (32°C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
(Continued)
7-35

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Part C: Periodic Maintenance
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.
7-42