2002 CHEVROLET TRACKER engine

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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.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears
on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel,
on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through
the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code.
This code will help you identify your engine,
specifications and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You'll find this label inside the glove box on the door.
It's very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
On this label is:

your VIN,

the model designation,

paint information and

a list of all production options and
special equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and thermal links
in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of
fires caused by electrical problems.
Look at the copper
-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one. Just pick some feature
of your vehicle that you can get along without
-- like the
radio or cigarette lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the
size you need. Replace it as soon as you can.
Before replacing a fuse, turn every vehicle electrical
switch off.
There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the instrument
panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block.

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Fuse Usage
D/L Door Locks
STP Brake Light, Horn, Center
High
-Mounted Stop Lamp,
Cruise Control
FOG Not Used
DEF Rear Window Defogger, DRL,
Heater, Air Conditioning
S/H Not Used
TRN Turn Signal, Back
-Up Light,
Hazard Lights
WIP Windshield Wiper/Washer,
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Fuses for the air bags are located next to the instrument
panel fuse block.
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located in the
engine compartment on the passenger's side of the
vehicle and protects all electrical loads. See ªEngine
Compartment Overviewº in the Index for more
information on location.
For access to the main fuses, pull off the cover.

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Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions.
Cooling System
1.6L Engine (Canada Only) 5.8 quarts (5.5 L). . . . . .
2.0L Engine 6.9 quarts (6.5 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5L Engine 8.5 quarts (8.0 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil with Filter
1.6L Engine (Canada Only) 4.4 quarts (4.2 L)**. . . .
2.0L Engine 5.5 quarts (5.2 L)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5L Engine 5.8 quarts (5.5 L)**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank
Tw o
-Door Convertible 14.8 U.S. gallons (56 L). . . . .
Four
-Door Hardtop 16.9 U.S. gallons (64 L). . . . . . . Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill 2.6 quarts (2.5 L)*. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Transmission
Four
-Wheel Drive 1.6 quarts (1.5 L)*. . . . . . . . . . . .
Tw o
-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.

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1.6L Engine Specifications (Canada Only)
VIN Engine Code 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type L4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.0L Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type L4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5L Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel and Tires
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 Refrigerant Capacity
If you do your own service work, you'll need the proper
service manual. See ªDoing Your Own Service Workº in
the Index for additional information. It is recommended
that service work on your air conditioning system be
performed by a qualified technician.
Air Conditioning
Refrigerant R134a 0.9 lbs. (0.4 kg). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use Referigant Oil, R134a Systems

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Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter GM Part No. 30025009 . . . .
or equivalent
Engine Oil Filter
1.6L Engine GM Part No. 25011520. . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Canada Only) or equivalent (PF
-53)
2.0L Engine GM Part No. 91173772. . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
2.5L Engine GM Part No. 91176162. . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter GM Part No. 91175923. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalentPCV Valve
1.6L Engine GM Part No. 96068664. . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Canada Only) or equivalent
2.0L Engine GM Part No. 91174516. . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
2.5L Engine GM Part No. 91176183. . . . . . . . . . . . .
or equivalent
Spark Plugs
1.6L Engine GM Part No. 91173854,. . . . . . . . . . . .
(Canada Only) 91176053 or 91173855
DENSO SK20PR
-A11 or NGK IFR6E11
Gap: 0.043 inch (1.1 mm)
2.0L/2.5L Engine GM Part No. 91176020,. . . . . . .
91173854 or 91173855
DENSO SK16PR11 or
NGK IFR5J11
Gap: 0.043 inch (1.1 mm)

Scheduled Maintenance
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Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if
any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:

Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is
particularly important when outside temperatures
are below freezing.

Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop
-and-go traffic).

You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top
of your vehicle.

If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you
operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that
these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner.
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Passenger
Compartment Air Filter Inspection (If Equipped).
Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner
Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.
Front Wheel Bearing Repack (2WD only) (or at each
brake relining, whichever occurs first). Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Manual Transmission Fluid Change. Transfer Case
Fluid Change. Differential Fluid Change. Valve Lash
(Clearance) Adjustment (1.6L Code 6 engine only).
Propeller Shafts and U
-Joints Inspection (or every
15 months, whichever occurs first).
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