1998 GMC SAVANA brake

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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Starter Switch Check Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
I , CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the
regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off
the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK
(P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the starter works in any other position, your
vehicle needs service.
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1.
2.
3.
Before you start, be sure you have enough
room around the vehicle. It should be parked
on a level surface.
Firmly apply
the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins
to move.
With the engine off, turn the key
to the RUN
position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of
PARK
(P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out
of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI
needs service.
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Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.
The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift
lever is in
PARK (P).
0 The key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK (P) Mechanism Check
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move.
You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins to roll.
Be ready to apply the regular
brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your
foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
0 To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL
(N), slowly remove foot pressure from
the regular brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake only.
0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK
(P). Then
release all brakes.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials
from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as
needed. Replace any components that have high effort
or excessive wear.
Do not lubricate accelerator and
cruise control cables.
Rear Axle Service
Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if
needed.
See “Rear Axle” in the Index. A fluid loss may
indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it
if needed.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings
for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment.
You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits
or conditions result in frequent braking.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from
your dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
(Gasoline
Engine)
Engine Coolant
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.
50150 mixture of clean water
(preferably distilled) and use only
GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL@
or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@
Coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index.
I USAGE
Hydraulic Brake
System
Parking Brake
Cable Guides
Power Steering
System
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.
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM
Part No. 1052884
- 1 pint,
10500 17
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Pu ose Lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
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1998 GMC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling 01
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 GMC
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
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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:
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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.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO:
Helm, Incorporated RO. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about th
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
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Section 9 Index
Air Bag ...................................... 1-26
Adding Equipment ............................ 1-33
How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-3 I
How it Works ................................ 1-29
Location
.................................... 1-29
Readiness Light
......................... 1.28. 2-54
Servicing
................................... 1-32
What Makes
it Inflate .......................... 1-30
What Will You See After it Inflates ............... 1-3 1
When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-30
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-16
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-6
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
..................... 6-70
Alignment and Balance. Tire
...................... 6-48
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-56
Antenna. Power
................................ 3-27
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-2 1
Anti-Lock
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2.57. 4-7
Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Appearancecare
............................... 6-51
Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-59
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-9
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-7
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-48 Automatic
Transmission Check
........................... 7-39
Transmission Fluid
............................ 6-17
Transmission Operation
........................ 2-21
Shifting
..................................... 2-21
Transmission Park Mechanism Check
............. 7-41
LockingRear
................................ 2-30
Rear
....................................... 6-21
Axle
Battery
...................................... 6-31
Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry
............... 2-8
Warnings
.................................... 5-3
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-9
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
.................... 4-20
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard ...................................... 4-25
Brake
Adjustment
.................................. 6-31
Fluid
....................................... 6-27
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-27
Parking
..................................... 2-24
PedalTravel
................................. 6-30
Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-31
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Brakes (Continued) System Warning Light
......................... 2-56
Trailer
...................................... 4-33
Transmission Shift Interlock Check
............... 7-40
Wear
....................................... 6-30
Brakes. Anti-Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking in Emergencies
........................... 4-8
Break-In. New Vehicle
.......................... 2- 17
BTSICheck
................................... 7-40
Braking
........................................ 4-6
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-40
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-32
Camper-Type Mirrors
.......................... 2-47
Canadian Roadside Assistance
...................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-67
Carbon Monoxide
............... 2.29.2.30.2.33. 4.26
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7-38
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-25
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
................... 2-42
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-39
Center Rear Passenger Position
.................... 1-39
Certification Label
.............................. 4-27
Certificatioflire Label
.......................... 4-27
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-33
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-50
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-22
Care
of Compact Disc
Player ...................... 3-26
Cassette Tape Player
........................ 3.9. 3. 11
Charging System Light
.......................... 2-54 Check Gages
Light
.............................. 2-62
Checking Transmission Fluid Hot
.................. 6-18
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-61
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-58
Child Restraints
................................ 1-46
Securing
in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-52
Securing
in the Center Rear Seat Position .......... 1-54
Securing
in the Center Seat Position .............. 1-54
Securing in the Passenger Seat Position
........... 1-55
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-55
TopStrap
................................... 1-51
Where to Put
........................... 1-50. 1-51
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-61
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-16
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................ 6-56
Fabric
...................................... 6-52
Glass ....................................... 6-54
Inside
of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-51
Instrumentpanel
............................. 6-53
Leather
..................................... 6-53
Outside of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-55
Special Problems
............................. 6-52
Stains
...................................... 6-52
Tires
....................................... 6-57
Wheels
..................................... 6-56
Windshield and Wiper Blades
................... 6-54
Climate Control System
........................... 3-2
Clock. Setting the ................................ 3-7
Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-48
Vinyl
....................................... 6-53
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