2003 CHEVROLET SSR front suspension

Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs
and payloads. Please note the Certication/Tire
label on your truck or consult your dealer for
additional details.
{CAUTION:
In the case of a sudden stop or collision,
things carried in the bed of your truck could
shift forward and come into the passenger
area, injuring you and others. If you put things
in the bed of your truck, you should make sure
they are properly secured.
{CAUTION:
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either
the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your
vehicle can break, and it can change the way
your vehicle handles. These could cause you
to lose control and crash. Also, overloading
can shorten the life of your vehicle.
Using heavier suspension components to get added
durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your
dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way.
Notice:Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not overload your vehicle.
If you put things inside your vehicle—like suitcases,
tools, packages, or anything else—they will go as fast
as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn
quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going.
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Maintenance Schedule......................................6-2
Introduction...................................................6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................6-2
Maintenance Requirements..............................6-2
How This Section is Organized.........................6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services...........6-4
Using the Maintenance Schedule......................6-4
Scheduled Maintenance...................................6-5
Part B: Owner Checks and Services.................6-9
At Each Fuel Fill............................................6-9
At Least Once a Month...................................6-9At Least Twice a Year....................................6-9
At Least Once a Year...................................6-10
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections.........6-13
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection............................6-13
Exhaust System Inspection............................6-13
Fuel System Inspection..................................6-13
Engine Cooling System Inspection...................6-14
Brake System Inspection................................6-14
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants. . . .6-15
Part E: Maintenance Record...........................6-17
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed in this part are inspections and services which
should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,
each spring and fall).You should let your dealer’s
service department do these jobs. Make sure any
necessary repairs are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. SeeService Publications
Ordering Information on page 7-9.
Steering, Suspension and Front
Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chang, etc. Clean and then inspect the
drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage.
Replace seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up in the oor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. SeeEngine Exhaust
on page 2-22.
Fuel System Inspection
Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
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Inspection
Brake System.............................................6-14
Engine Cooling System................................6-14
Exhaust System..........................................6-13
Fuel System...............................................6-13
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.......................6-13
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal.........................................6-13
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-2
Storage Area..............................................2-31
Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-14
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Cluster.......................................................3-23
Integrated Windshield Antenna..........................3-81
Interior Lamps................................................3-14
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-36
K
Key Lock Cylinders Service..............................6-10
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-2
L
Lamps
Exterior......................................................3-11
Interior.......................................................3-14
Lamps On Reminder.......................................3-12
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-12
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-31
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-33
Latches, Seatback............................................ 1-6
Leaving Your Vehicle......................................... 2-9
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running . . . 2-21
Light
Airbag Off..................................................3-26
Airbag Readiness........................................3-25
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-29
Brake System Warning.................................3-28
Change Engine Oil......................................3-35
Charging System.........................................3-27
Check Gages Warning.................................3-36
Cruise Control.............................................3-35
Highbeam On.............................................3-36
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-30
Reduced Engine Power................................3-36
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-24
Security.....................................................3-35
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Light (cont.)
TCS Warning Light......................................3-29
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning..........3-29
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors..............................2-12
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-31
Locks
Door........................................................... 2-7
Leaving Your Vehicle..................................... 2-9
Power Door.................................................. 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 2-8
Loss of Control...............................................4-13
M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts............5-91
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
At Least Twice a Year................................... 6-9
Brake System Inspection..............................6-14
Engine Cooling System Inspection.................6-14
Exhaust System Inspection...........................6-13
Fuel System Inspection................................6-13
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-3
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services............... 6-9Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections.......6-13
Part D - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-15
Part E - Maintenance Record.........................6-17
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-5
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..........................6-13
Using.......................................................... 6-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Maintenance When Trailer Towing.....................4-49
Making Turns.................................................4-47
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-30
Manually Open Tonneau..................................3-47
Map Pocket...................................................2-31
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle............... 2-6
Memory Seat.................................................2-44
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-45
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/
Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin
Islands) — Customer Assistance..................... 7-4
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-24
Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror......2-26
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-25
Outside Power Heated Mirrors.......................2-25
Mode Knob....................................................3-19
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
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Securing a Child Restraint
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-33
Passenger Seat Position...............................1-36
Security Light.................................................3-35
Select...........................................................3-44
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
Vehicle..................................................... 5-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-30
Publications Ordering Information..................... 7-9
Service Air Bag..............................................3-50
Service Brake System.....................................3-50
Service Bulletins.............................................7-10
Service Manuals............................................... 7-9
Setting Preset PTYs................................3-64, 3-73
Setting Preset Stations............................3-61, 3-70
Setting the Time.............................................3-59
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)..................3-61, 3-70
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-78
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-20
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-21
Sidemarker Lamps..........................................5-46
Side-Saddle Storage.......................................2-37
Skidding........................................................4-14
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-19Special Fabric Cleaning Problems.....................5-74
Specications, Capacities.................................5-90
Speedometer..................................................3-24
Starter Switch Check.......................................6-11
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-16
Steering........................................................4-10
Steering in Emergencies..................................4-11
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot
and Seal Inspection.....................................6-13
Steering Tips..................................................4-10
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................3-80
Stop Vehicle..................................................3-50
Storage
Side-Saddle................................................2-37
Storage Areas
Cargo Net System.......................................2-36
Center Console Storage Area........................2-31
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-31
Glove Box..................................................2-31
Instrument Panel Storage Area......................2-31
Map Pocket................................................2-31
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-30
Sun Visors.....................................................2-12
Switchbanks
Center Console...........................................3-16
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