1998 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA power steering

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.
The level should be between the ADD and
FULL marks.
If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up
to
the proper range.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use, see
”Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Always use
the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper
fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
If you will be
operating your vehicle
in an area where the temperature
may fall below freezing, use
a fluid that has sufficient
protection against freezing.
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Part C: Periodic 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 retailer’s service
department or other qualified service center do these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed
at once.
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.
Exhaust System Inspection
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.
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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Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from
yo~~r retailer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
Hydraulic Brake
System
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 use only
GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL@
or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@
Coolant. See “Engine Coolant“
in
the Index.
Delco Supreme
11 @ Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. 12377967 or
equivalent
DOT-3 Brake Fluid).
USAGE ~~
Parking Brake
Cable Guides
Power Steering
System
Automatic
Transmission
Key Lock
Cylinders
Chassis Lubrication
~~~
Differential,
Front and Rear
Axle
FLUID/I,UBRICANT
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,
1050017
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
DEXRON@-TI1 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Pul ose Lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 12346241 01- equivalent).
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI ## 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
No. 105227 1 ) or SAE 8OW-90
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Passing ....................................... 4-12
Passlock
TM .................................... 2- 1 1
Payload ....................................... 4-44
Power Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-43
Accessory Outlets
............................ 2-45
DoorLocks
................................... 2-5
Remote Control Mirror
........................ 2-36
Seat
......................................... 1-2
Steering
..................................... 4-9
Steering
Fluid ................................ 6-26
Windows
................................... 2-25
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1 - 19
Problems
on the Road ............................ 5- 1
Publications. Service and Owner ................... 8- 10
Radiator. Adding Coolant ....................... 5- 19
Radiator Pressure Cap ........................... 6-26
Radio Reception
................................ 3-20
Radios
Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player
........... 3- 12
Cassette Tape Player ........................... 3-8
Cassette Tape Player Care ................. 3-2 1. 7.39
Theft-Deterrent Feature
........................ 3- 17
Rain. Driving
.................................. 4-30
RAP
......................................... 2-13
Rear Axle
....................................... 6-22
Door Security
Locks ........................... 2-5
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-30
Seatpassengers .............................. 1-26
Seats
........................................ 1-6
Towing
..................................... 5-12
Window Defogger ............................. 3-7
Window WasherNiper
........................ 2-29
Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-35
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .......... 6.S1, 7.45
Recovery
Hooks ................................ 5-33
Recovery Tank. Coolant
.......................... 5-16
Replacement
Bulbs
...................................... 6-60
Parts
....................................... 6-60
Wheel
...................................... 6-43
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................... 8-8
Restraints Check
................................. 1-5 1. 7.40
Child
....................................... 1-37
Head
........................................ 1-6
Replacing Parts After
a Crash ................... 1-51
Retained Accessory Power
........................ 2-13
Reverse ....................................... 2-17
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-20
Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-5
Rocking Your Vehicle ........................... 5-33
Rotation. Tires
................................. 6-39
Safety Belts
................................... 1-7
Care
....................................... 6-47
Center Rear Passenger Position
.................. 1-32
Children
............................... 1-34, 1-43
Driver Position
............................... 1-13
Extender
.................................... 1-51
How to Wear Properly
......................... 1-13
LapBelt
.................................... 1-33
Adults
...................................... 1-13
9-7
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Safety Belts (Continued)
Lap-Shodder
........................... 1 . 13. 1-27
Questions and Answers
........................ I . 12
Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-30
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-26
Replacing After a Crash
........................ 1-5 I
Right Front Passenger Position .................. 1-20
Use During Pregnancy
......................... I - IC)
WhyTheyWork ............................... 1-8
Safety Defects. Reporting
......................... 8-8
Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... 111
Scheduled Ma~ntenance Services .................... 7-4
Seats and Restraint Systems
........................ I - 1
Second Gear ................................... 2- 18
Security Warning Light
.......................... 2-6 1
Service 4WD Light ............................. 2-61
Service and Owner Publications ................... 8- 10
Service Engine Soon Light
....................... 2-58
Service Parts Identificatlon Label
.................. 6-53
Service Work
. Doing Your Own .................... 6-2
Servicing Your
Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ........... 1-25
Sheet Metal Damage ............................ 6-50
Shifting
....................................... 2-16
Into Park .................................... 2-20
OutofPark .................................. 2-22
Signaling Turns
................................ 2-27
SIR .......................................... 1-20
Skidding
...................................... 4-14
Specifications and Capacities
................. 6-60. 6-6 1
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ............... 8-4
Speedometer
................................... 2-52
Safety
Chains
.................................. 4-48
...
Seatback. Reclining Front ......................... 1-4
Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6- 1
Stains. Cleaning ................................ 6-46
Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-41
Starting Your Engine
............................ 2-14
Steam ........................................ 5-13
Steering
....................................... 4-9
In Emergencies ............................... 4- IO
Power ....................................... 4-9
Wheel. Tilt .................................. 2-26
Storage Compartments ........................... 2-37
Storage. Vehicle
................................ 6-33
Storing
a Flak or Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-30
Stuck:
In Sand. Mud . Ice or Snow .................. 5-32
Sun
Visors .................................... 2-44
Sunglasses Srorage
.............................. 2-40
Sunroof ....................................... 2-45
Supplemental Infla~able Restraint
.................. 1-20
Symbols. Vehicle .................................. v
Tachometer .................................. 2-52
Taillamp Bulb Replacement
....................... 6-34
Tape Player Care
.......................... 3-21. 7-39
Temperature Display
............................ 2-38
Thefl
......................................... 2-10
THEFTLOCK
............................... 3-17
Thernlostat
.................................... 6-26
Third Gear
.................................... 2-18
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-26
Time. Setting
................................... 3-7
Tire Chains
.................................... 6-44
Ti re.s
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-43
Buyins New ................................. 6-40
Changlng a Flat
.............................. 5-22
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