2001 CHEVROLET EXPRESS CARGO VAN power steering fluid

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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.
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-2 Service
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-3 Fuel (Gasoline Engine)
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-5 Fuels in Foreign Countries (Gasoline Engines)
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-5 Filling Your Tank (Gasoline Engine)
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-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
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-8 Checking Things Under the Hood
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-11 Noise Control System
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-12 Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
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-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Gasoline Engines)
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-18 Automatic Transmission Fluid
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-22 Rear Axle
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-22 Engine Coolant
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-26 Radiator Pressure Cap
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-26 Power Steering Fluid
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-27 Windshield Washer Fluid
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-28 Brakes
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-32 Battery6
-33 Bulb Replacement
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-40 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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-41 Tires
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-50 Appearance Care
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-51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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-54 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
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-56 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
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-56 Cleaning Tires
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-56 Sheet Metal Damage
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-57 Finish Damage
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-58 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
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-59 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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-60 Electrical System
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-66 Replacement Bulbs
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-67 Capacities and Specifications
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-70 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

6-10 Engine Compartment Overview
When you lift the hood, you'll see these items:
A. Battery
B. Coolant Recovery Tank
C. Engine Oil DipstickD. Engine Oil Fill
E. Transmission Dipstick
F. Engine Air Cleaner/FilterG. Power Steering Reservoir
H. Brake Master Cylinder
I. Windshield Washer Fluid

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Radiator Pressure Cap
The radiator pressure
cap is located near
the center of the
engine compartment.
NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a pressure-type cap and
must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss
and possible engine damage from overheating.
Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the
overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Power Steering Fluid
The power steering fluid reservoir is located on the
driver's side of the engine compartment. See ªEngine
Compartment Overviewº in the Index for more
information on location.

6-27 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
Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down,
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 at the FULL COLD mark. If
necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level
up to the mark.
To prevent contamination of brake fluid, never check or
fill the power steering reservoir with the brake master
cylinder cover off.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use, see
ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº 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.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid
reservoir is located on the
driver's side of the engine
compartment. See ªEngine
Compartment Overviewº in
the Index for more
information on location.
Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY.
Add washer fluid until the tank is full.

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USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
Hydraulic
Brake SystemDelco Supreme 11
Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. 12377967 or
equivalent DOT
-3 brake fluid).
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
Washer Solvent
(GM Part No. 1051515)
or equivalent.
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI # 2, Category LB
or GC
-LB.
Power
Steering SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. 1052884
- 1 pint,
1050017
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant,
Superlube
(GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI # 2, Category LB
or GC
-LB.
Front Wheel
BearingsWheel bearing lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI # 2,
Category GC or GC
-LB (GM
Part No. 1051344 or equivalent).
Rear Axle
(Standard
Differential)SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant
(GM Part No. 1052271
or equivalent).