2004 CHEVROLET EPICA coolant level

4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off,
start the engine and let it run until you can feel
the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out
for the engine cooling fan.
By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant
surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower
than the MAX (A) mark, add more of the proper
mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level
reaches the MAX (A) mark.5. Then replace the
pressure cap.
Be sure the pressure
cap is hand-tight
and fully seated.
See your dealer,
if necessary.
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed in this part are owner checks and services
which should be performed at the intervals specified
to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission
control performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to
your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,
as shown in Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-19for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary.
SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 5-31for further
details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are
inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check
your spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-48for further
details.
Cassette Tape Player Service
Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done
every 50 hours of tape play. SeeAudio System(s)
on page 3-48for further details.
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Driving
At Night.....................................................4-15
City...........................................................4-19
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Freeway.....................................................4-20
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-22
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-16
Winter........................................................4-24
Driving on Snow or Ice....................................4-25
Driving Through Deep Standing Water...............4-18
Driving Through Flowing Water.........................4-18
E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-78
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-79
Headlamp Wiring.........................................5-78
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-78
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-78
Emergency Trunk Release Handle.....................2-12Emissions Inspection and Maintenance
Programs...................................................3-41
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-17
Battery.......................................................5-35
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-39
Coolant......................................................5-19
Coolant Heater............................................2-21
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-39
Cooling System Inspection............................6-23
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-29
Oil .............................................................5-13
Overheating................................................5-22
Starting......................................................2-20
Engine Compartment Fuse Block......................5-81
Engine Coolant Level Check.............................6-18
Engine Oil Additives........................................5-16
Engine Oil Level Check...................................6-18
Entry Lighting.................................................3-16
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................7-10
Express-Down Window....................................2-14
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-13
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