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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-21 How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you 
may choose to have this done at the dealership 
service department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructio

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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-22
Checking the Fluid Level
Prepare your vehicle as follows:
Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the 
engine running.
With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever
in PARK (P).
With

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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-26 What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. See ªRecommended Fluids and
Lubricantsº in the Index.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle

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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-27
CAUTION:
Adding only plain water to your cooling system
can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other
liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper
coolant mixture will. Your vehicles coolant
w

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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-28 Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your
engine is cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a
little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should
be up to FULL

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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-29
Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator. 
For information on how to add coolant to the radiator,
see ªCooling Systemº in the Index.
Radiator Pressure Cap
NOTICE:
Your radiator cap

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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-30
Power Steering Fluid
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.

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GMC SAFARI 1999  Owners Manual 6-31
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturers instructions before use. If you will be
operating your vehicle in an area where the t