1998 CHEVROLET PRIZM air filter

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If none of them is true, use the long triphighway
maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever
occurs first. Driving a vehicle with
a fully warmed
engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to
break down slower.
What to Do with Used Oil
Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
elements that may be unhealthy for your
skin and could
even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin
for very long. Clean your slun and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw
away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See
the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal
of oil products.)
Used oil can
be a real threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing
oil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of
oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground,
into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle it by taking it
to a place that collects used oil. If
you have a problem properly disposing of your used
oil,
ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling
center for help.
Air Cleaner
The air cleaner and filter are on the driver’s side of the
engine compartment.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To check or replace the filter:
1. Release the two clips that hold the cover down.
2. Lift the cover off.
3. Pull out the air filter.
4. Install the new air filter.
5. Reverse steps 1 through 3 to reassemble the air
cleaner assembly.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when
to replace the air filter. See
“Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
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Operating the engine with the air cleaner off
can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if
the engine backfires.
If it isn’t there, and the
engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t
drive with it
off, and be careful working on the
engine with the
air cleaner off.
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If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a
damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get
into your engine, which will damage
it. Always
have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving.

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Engine
Type .................................... L4
Compression Ratio ...................... 10.0: 1
Firing Order
.......................... 1-3-4-2
Fuel Delivery
........... Multi-Port Fuel Injection
Piston Displacement
.............. 109 CID (1.8L)
Valve Arrangement
........ Double Overhead Cam
Thermostat Temperature
........... 167°F (76°C)
Wheel Nuts
Wheel Nut Torque ........... 100 lb-ft (140 Nem)
Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions.
Air Conditioning
.............. See the refrigerant
information label under the hood.
Automatic Transmission
3-Speed
.................. 2.6 quarts (2.5 L) **
4-Speed .................. 3.3 quarts (3.1 L) **
Differential (3-speed only) ...... 1.5 quarts (1.4 L)
Manual Transaxle ............ 2.0 quarts (1.9 L)**
Cooling System
Manual Transaxle
.......... 6.6 quarts (6.2 L)
Automatic Transaxle .......... 6.4 quarts (6.1 L)
Fuel Tank ................... 13.2 gallons (50 L)
Engine Oil (Change w/ Filter*)
... 3.9 quarts (3.7 L)
* When changing the oil filter, additional oil may
be needed. Recheck the oil level after filling. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.
** Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic
Transaxle Fluid” or “Manual Transaxle Fluid”
in
the Index.
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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.
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I Short Trip/City Definition I
Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
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Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas. You frequently tow a trailer or use
a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule
if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break
down soonez
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first). Tire
Rotation. Air Cleaner Filter Inspection,
if driving
in dusty conditions.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Change (severe conditions only). Automatic
Transaxle Fluid Check (normal conditions).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Spark Plug Replacement. Fuel Tank,
Cap, Cap Gasket and Lines Inspection (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first). Manual Transaxle
Fluid Change (severe conditions only) (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first). Cooling System
Service (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first).
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Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Change (severe conditions only). Automatic
Transaxle Fluid Check (normal conditions).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Spark Plug
Replacement. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel
Tank, Cap, Cap Gasket and Lines Inspection (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first). Manual Transaxle
Fluid Change (severe conditions only) (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). Cooling System
Service (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
'Long Tripmighway Intervals
Every 60,000 Mile 00 000 km): Valve Clearance
Inspection, adjust
if necessary (or every 48 months,
whichever occurs first).
At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (or 48 Months,
Whichever Occurs First)
-- Then Every 15,000 Miles
(25 000 km) (or 12 Months, Whichever Occurs
First):
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection.
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule
on the following pages.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
filter if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote t.)
9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
12,000 Miles (20 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
filter if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote ”f)
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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 reach\
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- 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°F (32°C) or higher.
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