1998 CHEVROLET TRACKER air conditioning

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With this system, you can control the heating and
ventilation in your vehicle.
If you have the air
conditioning option, you can also control cooling.
Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation
system described later in this section.
Climate Control System
Airflow Lever
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9 VENT This position directs the airflow through
the instrument panel vents.
*P BI-LEVEL: This position directs air through the
instrument panel vents and toward the floor.
A.
wJ FLOOR: This position directs air toward the floor.
w? DEFOG: This position directs air toward the
floor, the windshield and side windows.
DEFROST This position directs air to the
windshield and side windows.
Fan Control Lever
Slide the lever away from OFF to turn the system on.
Move the lever toward the fan symbol to increase the
fan’s speed.
Temperature Control Lever
Slide the lever to change the temperature of the air
flowing from the system. Move it to the right for
warmer air and to the left for cooler air. Without
optional air conditioning, the air temperature cannot be
less than the outside air temperature.
Air Intake Lever
CIRCULATE:
Choose this position to circulate
outside air through the comfort control system.
a RECIRCULATE: Choose this position
to recirculate the inside air through the
comfort
control system.
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The air conditioning system
uses the same controls
as
described previously. The
function
of each lever is
explained under “Climate
Control System” in this
part. The incoming air is
cooled and dehumidified
instead of being heated.
Push the
A/C button to change your comfort control
system from heating to air conditioning. A light will
come on when the air conditioning is on. The
A/C
button can also control the humidity in your vehicle.
The air conditioner works best if you keep your
windows closed. On very hot days, open the windows
just long enough for the hot air to escape. For normal cooling, push the
A/C button and move the air
intake lever to CIRCULATE. For faster cooling, move the
lever to
RECIRCULAR. Then move the airflow lever to
VENT, the temperature control lever toward the left and
the fan control lever toward the fan symbol.
On days when it is raining or the humidity is high,
follow these dehumidifying steps to help clean windows
that are cloudy with moisture. Push the
A/C button.
Move the air intake lever to CIRCULATE. Move the
airflow lever to DEFROST and the fan control lever
toward the fan symbol. Adjust the temperature control
lever to a comfortable setting.
Heating
For the quickest results, move the air intake lever to
RECIRCULATE. Move the airflow lever to FLOOR, the
temperature control lever toward the right for warmer
air and the fan control lever toward the fan symbol. You
should switch to CIRCULATE once in a while to avoid
stale air and cloudy windows.
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Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical i\
nformation about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
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6-34 Service
Fuel
Fuels in Foreign Countries
Filling Your Tank
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
Checking Things Under the Hood
Engine Oil
Air Cleaner
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid
Engine Coolant
Radiator Pressure Cap
Thermostat
Power Steering Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes
Battery
Bulb Replacement 6-40
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6-63 Tires
Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside
of the Windshield,
Backglass and Wiper Blades
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
Special Care for Canvas Top and
Plastic Windows
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
(If Equipped)
Cleaning Tires
Finish Damage
Underbody Maintenance
Appearance Care Materials Chart
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Electrical System Replacement Bulbs
Capacities and Specifications
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
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Main Fuse Block
The main fuse box in your engine compartment protects
all electrical loads.
For access to the main fuses, pull
off the cover. A spare
fuse is also inside the fuse
box.
Fuse
BATT
ABS
IG
LAMP
Usage
All Electrical Load
Anti-Lock Brake System
Ignition, Lighter, Radio, WiperNasher,
Rear Defogger,
Turn Signals, Back-up
Lamps, Heater
Taillamps, Dome
Lamp, Stop Lamps,
Horn, Hazard Lamps
Left Side Headlamp
Right Side Headlamp
Fuel Injection System
Air Conditioning
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The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions.
Air Conditioning
. . See the refrigerant information
label under the hood and
“Air Conditioning Refrigerants”
at the end of this section.
Automatic Transmission-Drain and Refill
3 Speed ................... 3.0 quarts (2.8 L)*
4 Speed .................... 2.6 quarts (2.5 L)
Automatic Transmission ....... 5.5 quarts (5.2 L)
Manual Transmission ......... 5.6 quarts (5.3 L)
Cooling System
Crankcase
With Filter Change
......... 4.5 quarts (4.2 L)**
Front Differential ............ 1.1 quarts ( 1 .O L)
Fuel Tank
Two-Door Convertible
....... 11 .O gallons (42 L)
Four-Door Hardtop .......... 14.5 gallons (55 L)
Manual Transmission Four-wheel Drive
........... 1.6 quarts (1.5 L)*
Two-Wheel Drive ........... 2.0 quarts (1.9 L)*
Rear Differential ............. 2.3 quarts (2.2 L)
Transfer Case ............... 1.8 quarts (1.7 L)
* Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid” or “Manual Transmission Fluid” in
the Index.
** When changing the oil filter, additional oil may be
needed. Recheck the oil level after filling. See “Engine
Oil” in the Index.
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Wheel Nut Torque ............. 60 lb-ft (80 N-m)
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase Two-Door Convertible
..... -86.6 inches (220 cm)
Four-Door Hardtop
........ .97.6 inches (248 cm)
Tread Front
................... -54.9 inches (1 39 cm)
Rear
.................... .55.1 inches (140 cm)
Two-Door Convertible
..... 143.7 inches (365 cm)
Length
Four-Door Hardtop
........ 158.7 inches (403 cm)
Two-Door Convertible
..... -64.2 inches (163 cm)
Width
Four-Door
Hardtop ........ -64.4 inches (164 cm)
Two-Door Convertible
Height
Two-Wheel Drive
....... .64.3 inches (163 cm)
Four-wheel Drive
....... -65.1 inches (165 cm)
Four-Door Hardtop Two-Wheel Drive
....... .65.7 inches (167 cm)
Four- Wheel Drive
....... .66.5 inches ( 169 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.
See the refrigerant charge label under the hood for
information regarding refrigerant capacity.

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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.
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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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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ..... 6-3
Air Bag
....................................... 1-25
Adding Equipment
............................ 1-3 1
How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-29
How it Works ................................ 1-27
Location
.................................... 1-27
Readiness Light
......................... 1-26. 2-59
Servicing
................................... 1-31
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-28
What Will You See After
it Inflates ............... 1-29
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-28
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-15
Air Conditioning ................................ 3-3
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-63
Alignment and Balance. Tire
...................... 6-46
Antenna
...................................... 3-17
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-24
Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light
................. 2-62. 4.9
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2.61. 4.7
Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-56
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-9
Ashtrays ...................................... 2-40
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-54
AppearanceCare
............................... 6-48 Audio Systems
.................................. 3-6
Automatic
Overdrive
................................... 2-15
Overdrive
Off Switch .......................... 2-15
Automatic Transmission
.......................... 2-9
Check
...................................... 7-48
Fluid
....................................... 6-17
Operation
................................... 2-11
Park Mechanism Check
........................ 7-50
Starting Your Engine
........................... 2-9
Front
....................................... 6-23
Rear
....................................... 6-22
Shifting
..................................... 2-11
Axle
Battery
...................................... 6-33
Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Warnings
................................ 5.3. 5.4
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-9
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard
...................................... 4-41
Brake
Adjustment
.................................. 6-33
Fluid
....................................... 6-30
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-29
Parking
..................................... 2-21