1998 CHEVROLET PRIZM manual transmission

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In I932 Chevrolet
introduced the
Synchro-Mesh
transmission and
offered a host
of
accessories -- including
such niceties as a
clock!
white Corvettes
launched the I
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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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and Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from
your dealer.
USAGE ~- ~-
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol
of the proper viscosity.
To determine the preferred
viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, see “Engine Oil” in the
Index.
50/50 mixture of clean water
(preferably distilled) and good
quality Ethylene Glycol Base
Coolant (GM Part No. 1052753
or equivalent) conforming to GM
Specification 1825M or approved
recycled coolant conforming to
GM Specification 1825M. See
“Engine Coolant”
in the Index.
USAGE
Hydraulic Brake
System
Hydraulic Clutch System
Power Steering System
~~ ~ ~
Manual Transaxle
Automatic
Transaxle Key Lock
Cylinders
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Delco Supreme 11 @ Brake Fluid
(GM Part
No. 12377967 or
equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid).
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent
DOT-3 Brake Fluid).
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid. GM Goodwrench Synthetic
Manual Transmission Gear Oil
(GM Part No. 12346190
- 1
quart) or equivalent SAE 75W-90
GL-4 Gear Oil.
DEXRON@-111 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Pu ose Lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 1234624 1 or equivalent).
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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.
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:
$15.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00
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.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE’FULLOWlNG PAGE AND MAIL TO:
Helm, .Incorporated 4 P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356
Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time
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