1998 CHEVROLET TRACKER steering

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A. Windshield Washer Reservoir
B. Engine Coolant Reservoir
C. Main Fuse
Box
D. Battery E. Engine Oil Dipstick
E Automatic Transmission
Dipstick
(If Equipped)
G. Engine Oil Fill Cap
H. Power Steering Fluid
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Air Cleaner
Reservoir
Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are
on.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@
cap is recommended.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat
in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the
flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant
reaches a preset temperature.
When you replace your thermostat, an AC' thermostat
is recommended.
Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power steering
fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system
or
you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired.
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top
of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and
wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and
completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and
look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
When the engine compartment is hot,
the level should
be at the MAX mark.
6-27
.

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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.
7xhaust Syste:-- p- 1sy::A’on
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.
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.
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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and Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from
your dealer.
FLUIDLUBRICANT
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
Parking Brake Cable
Guides
Power Steering System
Manual
Transmission (All) and Transfer Case
(Four-Wheel-Drive)
Automatic
Transmission
~
Key Lock Cylinders
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Delco Supreme 11@ Brake
Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967
or equivalent DOT-3 Brake
Fluid).
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI
# 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
GM Goodwrench Synthetic
Manual Transmission Gear Oil
quart) or equivalent SAE
75W-90
GL-4 Gear Oil.
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Pu ose Lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
(GM Part
NO. 12346190 - 1

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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling om
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\
.)
SERVICE MANUALS
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CHEVROLET
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information Owner publications are written directly for Owners ana
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, intended
to provide basic operational information about tt
electrical, steering, body, etc. vehicle. The owner’s
manual will include the Maintenancc
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$90.00 Schedule for all models.
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. In-Portfolio: Includes a
Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL
PRICE: $1 0.00
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.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-62
Fuel ....................................... 2-67
GAWR
....................................... 4-46
Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission
............. 2- 11
GloveBox
.................................... 2-39
Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-46
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...................... 4-46
Guide en Franqais
-11
GVWR ....................................... 4-46
Gear Positions. Manual Transmission
............... 2-
15
.. ................................
Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-34
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5-2
HeadRestraints
................................. 1-4
Headlamps
.................................... 2-3 1
Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-34
High/Low Beamchanger
...................... 2-31
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-4
Heating
........................................ 3-3
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-37
Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-37
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-51
Hood Checking Thingsunder
......................... 6-8
Prop
........................................ 6-9
Release
...................................... 6-8
Hood Latch Operation Check
..................... 7-47
Horn
......................................... 2-29
Hubs. Freewheeling
............................. 2- 18
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-33 Ignition
Positions
............................... 2-8
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
................. 7-50
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-41
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-38
Inspections Brakesystem
................................ 7-52
Engine Cooling System
........................ 7-51
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-51
Front Axle
.................................. 7-52
Front Drive Axle Boot
......................... 7-51
Front Drive Axle Seal
......................... 7-51
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
............... 7-50
Rear Axle
................................... 7-52
Steering
.................................... 7-51
Suspension
.................................. 7-51
Throttle Linkage
.............................. 7-52
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-54
Brightness Control
............................ 2-37
Cleaning
.................................... 6-50
Cluster
..................................... 2-56
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-58
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-37
Jack. Tire
.................................... 5-24
Jumpstarting
................................... 5-3
Key Lock Cylinders Service
..................... 7-48
Keys
.......................................... 2-2
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Manual Adjust Mirror
........................... 2-38
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-2
Manual Transmission
............................. 2-9
Fluid
....................................... 6-20
Shifting
..................................... 2- 15
Starting Your Engine
........................... 2-9
Methanol
...................................... 6-4
Mirrors
....................................... 2-38
Convex Outside
.............................. 2-39
Manual Adjust
............................... 2-38
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-39
Model Reference
................................. vi
Mountain Roads
................................ 4-37
MultifunctionLever
............................. 2-30
MMT
......................................... 6-4
Automatic Transmission
....................... 2- 12
Manual Transmission
.......................... 2- 16
New Vehicle Break-In
............................ 2-7
Nightvision
................................... 4-30
Odometer
.................................... 2-57
Odometer. Trip
................................. 2-57
Off-Road Driving
.............................. 4- 15
Off-RoadRecovery
............................. 4-12
Oil. Engine
.................................... 6-11
Oil Pressure Light
......................... 2.65. 6. 11
Overdrive. Automatic Transmission ................ 2- 15 Overdrive
Off Light ............................. 2-66
Overheating Engine
............................. 5-12
Owner Checks and Services
....................... 7-47
Owner Publications. Ordering
..................... 8-11
Paint Spotting. Chemical
........................ 6-55
Park Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-11
Shifting Into
................................. 2-23
Shifting Out
of ............................... 2-25
AtNight
..................................... 2-7
Brake
...................................... 2-21
Brake Mechanism Check
....................... 7-50
Over Things That Burn ........................ 2-26
WithaTrailer
................................ 4-55
Your Vehicle. Manual Transmission
.............. 2-26
Parking Lamp Bulb Replacement
.................. 6-36
Passenger Position
......................... 1-25. 1-32
Passing
....................................... 4-12
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-51
Power DoorLocks
................................... 2-4
Indicator Light
............................... 2-66
Mode Selector Switch
......................... 2-14
Remote Control Mirror
........................ 2-39
Steering .................................... 4-10
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-27
Windows
................................... 2-29
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-24
Parking

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In Emergencies ............................... 4- 11
Power
...................................... 4-10
Tips
........................................ 4-10
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-39
Storage. Vehicle
................................ 6-33
Stuck:
In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow .................. 5-32
Sun Visors
.................................... 2-40
Symbols. Vehicle
.................................. v
Sunroof ....................................... 2-42
Tachometer
.................................. 2-57
Tailgate
........................................ 2-6
Tailgate Lock Release
............................ 2-6
Tape Player Care
............................... 3-16
Theft
.......................................... 2-6
Thermostat
.................................... 6-27
Third Gear. Manual Transmission
.................. 2- 16
Tire Chains
.................................... 6-47
TireLoading
................................... 4-46
Tire-Loading Information Label
................... 4-46
Tires
......................................... 6-40
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-46
Buying New
................................. 6-44
Chains
..................................... 6-47
Changing a Flat .............................. 5-22
Inflation
.................................... 6-41
Inflation Check
............................... 7-47
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-42
Cleaning
.................................... 6-54 Loading
....................................
Pressure ....................................
Storing a Flat or Spare .........................
Temperature .................................
Traction ....................................
Treadwe ar ...................................
Uniform Quality Grading .......................
Wear Indicators ..............................
Wheel Replacement ...........................
When It’s Time for New .......................
TopStrap .....................................
Torque Lock ...................................
Torque, Wheel Nut ......................... 5-30,
Towing ATrailer
....................................
Recreational Vehicle ..........................
Towing Your Vehicle ............................
Trailer Backing
Up .................................
Brakes .....................................
Driving on Grades ............................
Drivingwi th .................................
Following Distance ...........................
Hitches .....................................
Maintenance When Towing .....................
MakingTurns ................................
Parking on Hills ..............................
Passing .....................................
SafetyChains ................................
Tongueweight ...............................
Total Weight on Tires ..........................
4-46
6-41
5-30
6-46
6-45
6-45
6-45
6-43
6-46
6-43 1-43
2-24 6-63
4-48
4-43
.5-7
4-53
4-52
4-54
4-52
4-53
4-51
4-56
4-53
4-55
4-53
4-51
4-50
4-51