1998 GMC SAVANA fuel

Long Trir’Highway Maintenance Schedule . Gasoline Engines I
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
0 Replace fuel filter.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
rotation pattern and
additional information. (See footnote
+.)
An Emission Control Service.
An Ernission Control Service.
(See footnote?.)
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
for
any damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote”f)
0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required.
This is a
Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the
United States.
the service manual.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
0 Conduct evaporative control system inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, routing and condition. Check that the purge
valve works properly,
if equipped. Replace as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system inspection as described in
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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
MILEAGE An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
90,000 Miles (I50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.)
0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining,
0 Replace fuel filter.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
An Emission Control Service.
(Continued)
I DATE I
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at
the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance
of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in Part
D.
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160,1600 and 10 000 km)
For vehicles with dual wheels, check dual wheel nut
torque. For proper torque, see “Wheel Nut Torque” in
the Index.
At Each Fuel Fi”
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
per$orrn these underhood checks
at each fitelfill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Wdsher Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires” in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If
you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index.
Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid
loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and
repair if needed.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hood hinges, hood prop rod pivot, fuel
filler door, rear compartment hinges, latches, locks and
any moving seat hardware. Part
D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Roadside Assistance
T-
GMC’s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners
with over-the-phone roadside repairs, location of the
nearest GMC dealer or the following special services:
Flat Tire Change: Installation of spare tire will be
covered
at no charge (customer is responsible for repair
or replacement of tire).
Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer
to get to
the nearest service station (up to $4.00) will
be covered.
Jump Start: No-start situations which require a battery
jump start
will be covered at no charge.
Lock Out: Replacement keys or locksmith service will
be covered at no charge
if you are unable to gain entry
into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will
be covered at no charge within
10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Towing Service: Towing to the nearest
GMC dealer for warranty related disablements will
be covered.
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Engine ....................................... 6-10
Coolant ..................................... 6-21
Coolant Level Check
.......................... 7-38
Cooling System
.............................. 5-14
Exhaust
...................... 2.29.2.30.2.33. 4.26
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-65
Identification
........................... 6.60. 6.67
OilLevelCheck
.............................. 7-38
Overheating
................................. 5-11
Running While Parked
......................... 2-30
Starting Your
................................ 2- 18
Engine Coolant Heater ........................... 2-20
Engineoil
.................................... 6-12
Adding
..................................... 6-13
Additives
................................... 6-15
Checking
................................... 6-13
Pressure Gage ................................ 2-60
Used ....................................... 6-16
Whentochange
.............................. 6-15
Exhaust, Engine
................. 2-29,2-30.2-33, 4-26
Exterior Lamps
................................. 2-40
Coolant Temperature
Gage
..................... 2-57
Engine Oil (Continued)
Fabric Cleaning
............................... 6-52
Filling
a Portable Fuel Container .................... 6-7
Filling Your Tank
................................ 6-5
Filter. Air ..................................... 6-16
Finish Care
.................................... 6-55
Finish Damage
................................. 6-57 First Gear. Automatic Transmission
................ 2-23
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-2
Flat Tire. Changing
............................. 5-22
Fluids and Lubricants
............................ 7-44
Foreign Countries. Fuel
........................... 6-5
French Language Manual 11
Front Parkingmurn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement .... 6-35
Front Storage Area
.............................. 2-48
FrontTowing
.................................. 5-10
Fuel
.......................................... 6-3
Canada
...................................... 6-3
Filling
a Portable Container ...................... 6-7
Gage
....................................... 2-63
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5
Tank Capacity
............................... 6-69
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
....................... 6-61
.. ...........................
Filling Your Tank .............................. 6-5
Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-57
Engine Oil Pressure
........................... 2-60
Fuel
....................................... 2-63
Speedometer
................................. 2-52
Voltmeter
................................... 2-55
Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission
............. 2-21
Gross Axle Weight Rating
........................ 4-27
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...................... 4-27
Guide en Franpis
11
GAWR ....................................... 4-27
.. .................................
GVWR ....................................... 4-27
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Service Station Checkpoints
For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the index in the back of the o
* For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, see the Diesel Supplement. bwner’s
man
BATT€RY
P6-31
TIRES
P6-41 ~~
ENGINE COOLANT
P6-23*
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
SECONDARY
HOOD RELEASE
P6-9
WINDSHIELD
WASHER FLUID
P6-26 HOOD RELEASE
P6-8 FUEL
DOOR
P6-5*
ual.
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