1999 CHEVROLET TRACKER air conditioning

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Comfort Controls
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
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Airflow Lever
VENT: This position directs the airflow through
the instrument panel vents.
BI-LEVEL: This position directs air through the
instrument panel vents and toward the floor.
FLOOR: This position directs air toward the floor.
DEFOG: This position directs air toward the floor,
the windshield and side windows. The air conditioning
compressor will run automatically in this setting.
DEFROST: This position directs air to the
windshield and side windows. The air conditioning
compressor will run automatically in this setting.
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
RECIRCULATE: Choose this position to
recirculate the inside air through the comfort control system.
OUTSIDE AIR: Choose this position to circulate
outside air through the comfort control system.

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3-3 Air Conditioner Controls (Option)
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The air conditioning
system uses the same
controls as described
previously. The
function of each lever
is explained under
ªClimate Control
Systemº 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 OUTSIDE AIR. For faster cooling,
move the lever to RECIRCULATE. 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. Move the air intake lever
to OUTSIDE AIR. Move the airflow lever to DEFROST
and the fan control lever toward the fan symbol. Adjust
the temperature control lever to a comfortable setting.
The air conditioning compressor will run automatically
when the air flow lever is in DEFOG or DEFROST.

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NOTICE:
If the other system isn't a 12-volt system with a
negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables
can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren't touching
each other. If they are, it could cause a ground
connection you don't want. You wouldn't be able to
start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could
damage the electrical systems.
To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set
the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in
the procedure. Put an automatic transmission vehicle
in PARK (P) and a manual transmission vehicle in
NEUTRAL (N).
3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug
unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette
lighter. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed as well
as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both
batteries. In addition, it could save your radio!
NOTICE:
If you leave your radio on, it could be badly
damaged. The repairs wouldn't be covered by
your warranty.
4. Open the hoods on both vehicles and locate the
batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (
-)
terminals on each battery.
CAUTION:
If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary
electric fan under the hood can start up even
when the engine is not running and can injure
you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from
any underhood electric fan.

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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 information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
6
-2 Service
6
-3 Fuel
6
-5 Fuels in Foreign Countries
6
-6 Filling Your Tank
6
-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
6
-9 Checking Things Under the Hood
6
-13 Engine Oil
6
-17 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6
-19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Replacement (If Equipped)
6
-20 Automatic Transmission Fluid
6
-23 Manual Transmission Fluid
6
-28 Radiator Pressure Cap
6
-28 Thermostat
6
-29 Engine Coolant
6
-31 Power Steering Fluid
6
-32 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-33 Brakes
6
-37 Battery6
-37 Bulb Replacement
6
-42 Tires
6
-50 Appearance Care
6
-51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
6
-53 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield,
Backglass and Wiper Blades
6
-54 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
6
-55 Special Care for Canvas Top and
Plastic Windows
6
-56 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
6
-56 Cleaning Tires
6
-57 Finish Damage
6
-57 Underbody Maintenance
6
-59 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
6
-60 Electrical System
6
-63 Replacement Bulbs
6
-64 Capacities and Specifications
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-65 Air Conditioning Refrigerants

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Fuse Usage
1 Accessory Power Outlet
2 Electronic Fuel Injection System
3 Right Headlamp
4 Left Headlamp, High
-Beam Indicator
5 Heater
6 Hazard Lamps, Rear Combination
Lamps, Dome Light, HornFuse Usage
7 Cigar Lighter, Radio, I.G. Coil, Meter,
Wiper, Washer, Rear Defroster, Turn
Signals, Back
-Up Lamps
8 Anti
-Lock Brake System
9 All Electrical Loads
10 Air Conditioning
Replacement Bulbs
Lamps Bulb Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back
-up Lamp 921. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dome GM Part No. 96051559. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
Front Parking and Turn Signal 1157 NA. . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp (Halogen)
Right Hand GM Part No. 91174685 or equivalent. .
Left Hand GM Part No. 91174687 or equivalent. . .
Rear Hazard and Turn Signal 921. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Parking and Stop GM Part No. 91174349. . . . . .
or equivalent
Sidemarker 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions.
Air ConditioningSee the refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . .
information label under the hood.
Cooling System
1.6L Engine 5.8 quarts (5.5 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0L Engine 6.9 quarts (6.5 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Crankcase with Filter
1.6L Engine 4.4 quarts (4.2 L)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0L Engine 5.5 quarts (5.2 L)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank
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-Door Convertible 14.8 gallons (56 L). . . . . . . . .
Four
-Door Hardtop 17.4 gallons (66 L). . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill 2.6 quarts (2.5 L)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Transmission
Four
-Wheel Drive 1.6 quarts (1.5 L)*. . . . . . . . . . . .
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-Wheel Drive 2.0 quarts (1.9 L)*. . . . . . . . . . . . Differential
Front 1.1 quarts (1.0 L)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear 2.3 quarts (2.2 L)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Case1.8 quarts (1.7 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*Recheck fluid level after filling. See ªAutomatic
Transmission Fluidº or ªManual Transmission Fluidº in
the Index.
**When changing the oil filter, additional oil may be
needed. Recheck the oil level after filling. See ªEngine
Oilº in the Index.
1.6L Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type L4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower 97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-3-4-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Temperature 190
F (88
C) . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0L Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type L4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower 127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-3-4-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Temperature 179
F (82
C) . . . . . . . . . . .

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Wheel Nut Torque 69 lb-ft (95 N´m) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressure See the Tire
-Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information label. See ªLoading
Your Vehicleº in the Index.
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.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter GM Part No. 91174457. . . .
or equivalent
Engine Oil Filter
1.6L Engine GM Part No. 25011520. . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent (PF
-53)
2.0L Engine GM Part No. 25014441. . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent (PF
-1245)
PCV Valve
1.6L Engine GM Part No. 96068664. . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
2.0L Engine GM Part No. 91174516. . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
Spark Plugs GM Part No. 91173854. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter GM Part No. 91175057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed in this part 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.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See ªService and Owner
Publicationsº 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 ªEngine Exhaustº 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.