2001 CHEVROLET TRACKER battery

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6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a
remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.7. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the
positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a
remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.

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8. Now connect the black
negative (
-) cable to
the good battery's
negative (
-) terminal.
Don't let the other end
touch anything until the
next step.
9. The other end of the
negative (
-) cable
doesn't go to the dead
battery. It goes to a
heavy, unpainted metal
part on the engine of
the vehicle with the
dead battery.Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away
from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that
move. The electrical connection is just as good there,
but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is
much less.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run
the engine for a while.
11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery.
If it won't start after a few tries, it probably
needs service.
12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent
electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch
each other or any other metal.

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Jumper Cable Removal
A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part
B. Good Battery
C. Dead BatteryTo disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do
the following
1. Disconnect the black negative (
-) cable from the
heavy, unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle
that had the dead battery.
2. Disconnect the black negative (
-) cable from
the negative (
-) terminal on the vehicle with the
good battery.
3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
vehicle with the good battery.
4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
other vehicle.
Towing Your Vehicle
Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if
you need to have your vehicle towed. See ªRoadside
Assistanceº in the Index.

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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
-14 Engine Oil
6
-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6
-22 Passenger Compartment Air Filter
(If Equipped)
6
-24 Automatic Transmission Fluid
6
-27 Manual Transmission Fluid
6
-32 Engine Coolant
6
-35 Radiator Pressure Cap
6
-35 Power Steering Fluid
6
-36 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-37 Brakes
6
-41 Battery
6
-42 Bulb Replacement6
-46 Tires
6
-54 Appearance Care
6
-55 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
6
-57 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield,
Backglass and Wiper Blades
6
-58 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
6
-60 Special Care for Canvas Top and Plastic
Windows
6
-61 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
6
-61 Cleaning Tires
6
-62 Finish Damage
6
-62 Underbody Maintenance
6
-63 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
6
-64 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
6
-65 Electrical System
6
-68 Replacement Bulbs
6
-69 Capacities and Specifications
6
-71 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

6-11 Engine Compartment Overview
When you open the hood on the 1.6L engine, you'll see:
A. Main Fuse Box
B. Engine Air/Cleaner Filter
C. Battery
D. Engine Oil DipstickE. Radiator Pressure Cap
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap
G. Clutch Master Cylinder
Reservoir (If Equipped)H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank
K. Windshield Washer Reservoir

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When you open the hood on the 2.0L engine, you'll see:
A. Main Fuse Box
B. Engine Air/Cleaner Filter
C. Battery
D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
E. Radiator Pressure CapF. Engine Oil Dipstick
G. Engine Oil Fill Cap
H. Hydraulic Clutch
Fluid ReserviorI. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank
K. Windshield Washer Reservoir

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When you open the hood on the 2.5L engine, you'll see:
A. Main Fuse Box
B. Engine Air/Cleaner Filter
C. Battery
D. Radiator Pressure CapE. Engine Oil Fill Cap
F. Automatic Transmission
Dipstick (If Equipped)
G. Engine Oil DipstickH. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank
K. Windshield Washer Reservoir

6-41 Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes
adjust for wear.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together
if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your
vehicle was designed and tested with top
-quality GM
brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you have to have new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you
don't, your brakes may no longer work properly.
For example, if someone puts in brake linings that
are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your
front and rear brakes can change
-- for the worse.
The braking performance you've come to expect can
change in many other ways if someone puts in the
wrong replacement brake parts.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelco
battery. When it's time for a new battery,
get one that has the replacement number shown on the
original battery's label. We recommend an ACDelco
battery. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the
Index for battery location.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Vehicle Storage
If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or
more, remove the black, negative (
-) cable from the battery.
This will help keep your battery from running down.
CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren't careful. See ªJump Startingº in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.