2002 CHEVROLET AVEO Service Repair Manual

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual Checking Things Under
the Hood
{CAUTION:
An electric fan under the hood can start up
and injure you even when the engine is not
running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away
from any underhood electri

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its
retainer located on the underside of the hood.
4. Place the hood prop into the slot on the inner
fender.Before closing the hood, be sure all the fi

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual Engine Compartment Overview
When you open the hood, here is what you will see:
Automatic shown, Manual similar
5-12

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17.
B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 5-13.
C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil
must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oi

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Look for two things:
•GM6094M
Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM
Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use
only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M.

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the
temperature falls below−20°F (−29°C), it is
recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30
synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both will provide
eas

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2002  Service Repair Manual What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be
unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean
your skin