2003 CHEVROLET TRACKER change wheel

5. Remove all the wheel
nuts and take off the
¯at tire.
6. Remove any rust or dirt
from the wheel bolts,
mounting surfaces
and spare wheel.
{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel could
come off and cause an accident. When you
change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
the places where the wheel attaches to the
vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth
or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use
a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to,
to get all the rust or dirt off.
{CAUTION:
Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts.
If you do, the nuts might come loose.
Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious
accident.
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Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as needed. Replace any components that have high
effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator
and cruise control cables.
Rear Axle and Front Axle
(Four-Wheel-Drive) Service
Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed.
SeeRear Axle on page 5-52andFour-Wheel Drive
on page 5-53. A ¯uid loss may indicate a problem.
Check the system(s), and repair the system(s) if needed.
Refer to
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on
page 6-4to determine when to change the lubricant.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
cha®ng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings
for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often if your driving
habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
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Top Strap......................................................1-41
Torque Lock...................................................2-29
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires..................4-55
Towing..........................................................4-47
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-47
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-53
Your Vehicle...............................................4-47
Trailer Brakes.................................................4-56
Transfer Case........................................2-25, 5-53
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-19
Transmission Operation, Manual........................2-23
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit
Repair Manual............................................7-11
Transmission..................................................5-23
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-23
Fluid, Manual..............................................5-26
Transportation Options...................................... 7-8
Traveling to Remote Areas...............................4-18
Trip Odometer................................................3-26
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-5
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer..................4-58
U
Underbody Flushing Service.............................6-27
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-42
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-63
United States ± Customer Assistance.................. 7-4Used Replacement Wheels..............................5-65
Using Cleaner on Fabric..................................5-80
Using the Rear Door Security Lock...................2-10
Using the Recovery Hooks...............................4-45
V
Vehicle Identi®cation........................................5-88
Number (VIN).............................................5-88
Service Parts Identi®cation Label...................5-88
Vehicle Storage..............................................5-46
Vehicle............................................................ 4-7
Control........................................................ 4-7
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Design......................................................... 4-3
Loading......................................................4-51
Parking Your...............................................2-31
Symbols......................................................... iv
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-21
Visor Vanity Mirror..........................................2-14
Visors...........................................................2-14
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-24
Warnings......................................................... 3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-4
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-4
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Warnings (cont.)
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Washing Your Vehicle......................................5-82
Weatherstrip Lubrication...................................6-25
Weight of the Trailer Tongue.............................4-55
Weight of the Trailer........................................4-54
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use........................5-18
What to Do with Used Oil................................5-20
What to Use..........................5-28, 5-40, 5-41, 5-52
Wheels..........................................................5-64
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-64
Replacement...............................................5-64
When to Add Engine Oil..................................5-17
When to Change Engine Oil.............................5-19
When to Check and Change Lubricant...............5-52
When to Check and Change....................5-23, 5-26
When to Check and What to Use.....................5-27
When to Check Power Steering Fluid................5-40
When to Check..............................................5-60When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter........5-21
When You Are Ready to Leave After
Parking on a Hill.........................................4-59
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-40
Why Safety Belts Work....................................1-12
Window Lock.................................................2-14
Windows.......................................................2-12
Manual......................................................2-13
Power........................................................2-13
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check................6-24
Windshield Washer........................................... 3-8
Fluid..........................................................5-41
Windshield Wipers............................................ 3-7
Winter Driving................................................4-40
Wiper Blade Check.........................................6-25
Y
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle............. 4-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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