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6038-M,” which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to “GM Specification 6038-M” with a complete coolant flush

Some conditions, such as air trapped in the cooling system, can af't'ect the coolant level i n the radiator. Check the coolant level when the engine is cold and follow the steps under "Adding Coolant" for the proper way to add coolant. If you have to add coolant Inore than four times a year. have your dealer check your cooling system.

NOTICE: I f you use the proper coolant. you don't have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve thc system. These can be harmful.

and refill. If you use this mixture. you don't need to add anything else.

A CAUTION:

Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle's cool- ant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn't get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze.

NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your war- ranty. Too much water i n the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.

%-Valve Engine

Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold. the coolant level should be at "LOW," or a little higher. When your engine is warm. the level should be up to "FULL." or a little higher.

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Radiator Pressure Cap

NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 13 psi (90 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from over- heating. Be sure the amows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.

16-Valve Engine To Add Coo1ant:If you need to add more coolant, add the proper mix qt the coolant recovery tank.

Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it.

When you replace your radiator pressure zap, an AC@ cap is recommended.

Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, an Ace' thermostat is recommended.

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Power Steering FJuid

How to Check Power Steering Fluid: Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.

D When the engine compartment is hot,

the level should be at the “MAX” mark.

D When the engine compartment is cool

the level should be at the “MIN” mark.

‘hat to Add: :fer to the Maintenance Schedule to terrnine what kind of fluid to use. See [ecornmended Fluids and Lubricants” in 2 Index. NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.

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When using concentrated washer tluid, follow the manuficturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well a s washer tluid. Fill your washer tluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint.

Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It is ‘illed with DOT-3 brake fluid. I‘here are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down t o a n acceptable level during lormal brake lining wear. When new iinings are put in, the fluid level goes mck up. The other reason is that tluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, ;ince a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work a t all. So, it isn‘t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brake tluid won’t

Windshield Washer Fluid To Add: Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the bottle is full.

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correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.

Refer to the Maintenance Schedple to determine when to check yoqr drake fluid. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” in the Index.

container only, and always clean the brakl fluid reservoir cap before removing it.

NOTICE:

Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See “Appearance Care” in the Index.

Brake Wear Your Geo has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).

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To Check Brake Fluid: You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levels should be above “MIN.” If they aren’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the levels are above “MIN’ and below the top of each window.

What to Add: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid - such as Delco- Supreme 11s (GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed

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r NOTICE:

Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair.

Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing. When you have the . . .I76

front brakes replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.

Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.

Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear. If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times.

Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Geo does when it is new. When you

replace parts of your braking system - for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in - be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts. If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change, for the worse. The braking performance you’ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. Battery Every new Geo has a Delco Freedoms battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedoma battery. Get one that has the catalog number shown on the original battery’s label.

Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This

will help keep your battery from running down.

Bulb Replacement

See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index to check the size and type of bulb you need to use. Halogen Bulbs

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

Headlights To replace the headlight bulb: 1. Open the hood. 2. Push in on both sides and pull

rearward, while holding the headlight wiring harness, to disconnect it from the bulb.

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3. Turn the lock ring to the left to release

the bulb.

4. Pull the lock ring and the headlight

bulb straight out. Save the lock ring and use with the new bulb.

5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

Front Parking and Turn Signal Lights ro replace the parking and turn signal mlb: I. Open the hood. 2. Turn the bulb socket to the left and

pull it out of light housing.

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3. Push the bulb in, turn it to the left and

pull it out.

4. Reverse the steps with a new

bulb.

Sidemarker Lights ro replace the sidemarker bulb: I. Push the sidemarker housing toward the back of the vehicle and pull out the front edge. The housing should pull away from the vehicle.

2. Turn the socket toward the rear of the vehicle and pull it out of the housing.

3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

Rear Sidemarker Lights To replace the rear sidemarker bulb: 1. Remove the screw (hardtop only). 2. Pull the sidemarker light housing out

a t the back edge.

3. Turn the socket toward the rear of the

vehicle and pull it out.

4. Pull the bulb out ofthe socket. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

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Rear Combination Lights To remove the rear combination bulbs: 1. Remove the two screws from the

combination lights.

2. Pull the combination light out Fdr enough to reach the bulb socket.

1. Turn the socket to the right and pull it

out.

1. Pull the bulb out of the socket. i. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

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:enter High-Mounted Stoplight Hardtop) i, remove the bulb: . Remove the side pins. !. Pull the housing 1. Turn the socket counterclockwise and

forward.

pull it out.

I. Pull the bulb out of the socket. i. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

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Center High-Mounted Stoplight (Convertible) To remove the bulb: 1, Remove the two screws and the lens

housing.

2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and

pull it out.

3. Pull the bulb out o f the socket. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

TIRE PLACARD

GVWR ~GAWR FRT GAWR RR

I TIRES

PRESSURE COLD PSl!kPa

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Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the driver’s door lock pillar tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be i n your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.

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NOTICE:

I Your warranty does not cover parts or

components that fail because of over- loading.

[f 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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:he other label is the Certification label, dso found on the driver’s door lock pillal t tells you the gross weight capacity of Tour vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Jehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR d u d e s the weight of the vehicle, all ccupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed ne GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross tl Ytle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either he front or rear axle. tl ind, if you do have a heavy load, you hould spread it out. Don’t carry more han 400 pounds (1 8 1 kilograms) in your tl ear area when four people are in your wo-wheel drive vehicle. If you have a our-wheel drive vehicle, don’t carry nore than 200 pounds (91 kilograms) in {our rear area when four people are in Tour vehicle. . . I 8 2

! A CAUTION:

1 Tires

We don't make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Geo. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.

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When to Check: Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire.

How to Check: Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire xessure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, :specially if you have radial tires - which may look properly inflated even .f they’re underinflated.

[f your tires have valve caps, be sure to Jut them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.

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Inflation - Tire Pressure The Certificatioflire label which is on the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. ‘Told” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile.

NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation PI: overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflation) you can get: i Too much flexing 0 Too much heat 0 Tire overloading 0 Bad wear 0 Bad handling 0 Bad fuel economy. If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get: 0 Unusual wear 0 Bad handling 0 Rough ride 0 Needless damage from road hazards.

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’ire Inspection and Rotation ’0 make your tires last longer, have them nspected and rotated at the mileages ecommended in the Maintenance Ichedule. See “Scheduled Maintenance lervices” in the Index. Jse this rotation pattern.

F your spare wheel does not match your lther wheels, you may want to use this lattern. f your vehicle has front tires with ifferent load ratings or tread designs such as all season vs. odoff road) than he rear tires, don’t rotate your tires front 3 rear. ifter the tires have been rotated, adjust he front and rear intlation pressure as hown on the Certificationflire label. dake certain that all wheel nuts are lroperly tightened. See “Wheel Nut ’orque” in the Index.

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the p a s to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose &er a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from 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. (See “Changing a Rat Tire” in the Index.)

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0 The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certificationnire label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by a “MS” (for mud and snow). If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.)

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends

When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire i f 0 You can see the indicators at three or

more places around the tire.

0 You can see cord or fabric showing

through the tire’s rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split.

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upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction - A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A, B, and C. They represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C

corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires. While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades, all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type (P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to

give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced.

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Geo dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.

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Service and Appearance Care If you need to replace any of your wheels, NOTICE: wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment The wrong wheel can also cause parts. This way, you will be sure to have problems with bearing life, brake the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel cooling, speedometer/odometer nuts for your Geo model. calibration, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis.

Used Replacement Wheels

A CAUTION:

Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how many miles it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel.

Tire Chains

NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the tires of the drive axle (four- wheel drive vehicles can use chains on both axles). Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast with chains on will damage your vehicle.

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Don‘t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 0 Alcohol

Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents

Cleaning the lnside of Your Geo Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Your Geo dealer has two GM cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Do not use them on vinyl or leather. Here are some cleaning tips:

Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can - before they set.

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Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your Geo, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.

Never use these to clean your vehicle:

Gasoline 0 Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride

0 Acetone 0 Paint Thinner

Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can a l l be hazardous thanothers - and they can all damage your vehicle, too.

some more

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Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set.

Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric

Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material. Don’t rub it roughly. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the suds. Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. . . .I90

Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth.

0 Then dry it immediately with a blow

dryer or a heat lamp.

I NOTICE: I Be careful with a hair dryer or heat

lamp. You could scorch the fabric.

Wipe with a clean cloth.

Using Solvent-Type Cleaner an Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: 0 Gently scrape excess soil from the

trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth.

0 When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with an air hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp to help prevent a cleaning ring. (See the previous NOTICE.)

Fabric Protection Your Geo has upholstery that has been treated with Scotchgard Fabric Protector, a 3M product. Scotchgard” protects fabrics by repelling oil and water, which are the carriers of most stains. Even with this protection, you still need to clean your upholstery often to keep it looking new. Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1-800-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6167).

Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or oily stains: Such as grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt. 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain.

Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier.

0 Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and

asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be eareful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread.

Non-greasy stains: Such as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.

Combination stains: Such as candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains.

Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with cool water and allow to dry.

0 If a stain remains, clean it with

solvent-type cleaner.

Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. 0 Rub with a clean, damp cloth to

remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if yoa don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and solvent-type vinyl cleaner.

Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap.

For stubborn stains, use a mild solution of 10% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alchohol) and 90% water. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into finish, it can harm the leather.

ueaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.

Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry.

Do not; bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them, In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films.

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Service and Appearance Care Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.

Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part No. 105001 1). The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn.

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Cleaning the Outside of Your Geo The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or a 100% cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Geo may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from

your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Your Geo has a “basecoat/clearcoat” pain finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoatfclearcoat paint finish.

NOTICE: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoatfclearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, you may use GM Chrome Polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish, is recommended for all. bright metal parts.

Special Care for Canvas Top To protect the canvas top: 0 After you wash the vehicle, make sure

the top is completely dry before you open or remove it.

0 Don’t get any vinyl cleaner on the

vehicle’s painted finish; it could leave streaks. Don’t go through automatic car washes; the canvas top could be damaged.

The plastic windows are pliable and can be scratched if you don’t take these precautions when you clean them:

Wipe off dust with a soft cotton cloth moistened with clean, cool or lukewarm water. Don’t use a “dry” cloth. Wipe in one direction only, not back and forth. To remove frost, snow or ice, use lukewarm water. Don’t use a scraper or any de-icing fluids. Wash the windows with a soft cloth and clean, cool or lukewarm water. Never use a dry cloth, hot water, strong soap or detergent, solvents or harsh cleaning agents. Rinse thoroughly and wipe with a slightly moist soft, clean cloth.

Don’t put any labels, stickers or tape on windows. It’s hard to remove adhesives left on the window when such items are removed. If a sticker or label must be removed, remove any adhesive left on the window while the adhesive is still soft and sticky. Press on a new sticker or piece of tape and then lift it off again; keep doing this until all the adhesive lifts off with the sticker or tape.

Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective zoating similar to the painted surface 3f your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, :hemicals, chrome polish, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage this coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a wax mi ay be applied.

Tires Your Geo dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush with the cleaner. When applying a tire dressing, always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.

Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.)

NOTICE: If you have aluminum wheels, don’t use an automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes. These brushes can take off the protective coating.

Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.

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Service and Appearance Care Foreign Material Calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bad$ droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other foreign matter can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted Surfaces. Use cldners that &e marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.

Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody; If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials .from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and othef deb& can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you.

Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall u p ~ n and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregulai dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Geo will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever comes first.

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractui-es or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from YOU^ dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop.

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I Appearance Care Materials Chart

I PART NUMBER I

SIZE

DESCRIPTION

USAGE

*Not recommended for pigskin suede leather. See your General Motors Dealer for these products. See the Index under “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”

for other products.

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Service Parts Identification Label

You’ll find this label inside the glove box m the door. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: B -your VIN,

the model designation, B paint information, and

Vehicle Identification Number (VZN) rhis is the legal identifier for your Geo. I lppears on a plate in the front corner of he instrument panel, on the driver’s side. fou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. h e VIN also appears on the Vehicle ktification and Service Parts labels and he certificates of title and registration.

Engine Identification rhe eighth character in your VIN is the :ngine code. This code will help you denti€y your engine, specifications, and meplacement parts. . .I96

a list of all production options and

special equipment.

Be sure that this label is not removed From the vehicle.

Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Geo unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equip- ment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electri- cal equipment can keep other compo- nents from working as they should.

I.

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. The main fuse box is in your engine compartment OR the right side. It protects all electrical loads.

For access to the main fuses, pull off the cover. A spare fuse is also inside the fuse box.

bother fuse box is under the left side of he instrument panel. The fuses here Jrotect each separate circuit including leadlights. If you have electrical failure, :heck here first.

Look at the silver-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 \witch off.

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10 - Wiper/Washer ( 15A) 1 1 - Rear Defogger (1 5A) 12 - Heater (25A) 13 - Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Main Relay

(20A)

14 - Electronic Fuel Injection Main

Relay ( 15A)

Main Fuse Block 1 - Generator to Battery Circuit (60A) 2 - Circuits Only Active When

Ignition Switch is in “ACC,” “ON” or “START” (50A)

3 - Circuits Always Active (40A) 4 - Circuits Always Active (30A)

nstrument Panel Fuse Block - Right Headlight (15A) - Left Headlight; High Beam Indicatol

Light ( 1 SA)

I- Taillights; Interior Light; Sidemarker

Lights; Instrument Cluster Lights ( 1 SA)

. - Stop Lights; Horn (15A) - Hazard Lights (15A) I - Door Lock (Option) (20A) ’ - Lighter; Radio (20A) 1 - Ignition System; Warning and

Indicator Lights ( 1 SA)

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1 - Turn Signal Lights; Back-up Lights

( 1 SA)

Replacement Bulbs

Back-up ........................................................ 1156 Center High-Mounted Stop ........................................... 921 Dome ...................................................... 96051559 Front Parking and Turn Signal .................................... 1157 NA Headlight (Halogen) ............................................... 9004 Heater or Air Conditioning Control ............................... 96052599 Indicator and Warning

Brake ..................................................... 9433184 Charging System ............................................ 9433 184 CheckEngine ............................................... 9433184 Engine Oil Pressure .......................................... 9433 184 4WD ...................................................... 9433184 Headlight High Beam ......................................... 9433 184 SafetyBelt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9433184 Turnsignal ................................................. 9433184 Instrument Cluster ............................................. 9605 156 Licenseplate ..................................................... 194 Lighter ...................................................... 9433184 Rear Defogger Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9606 1736 Rear Hazard and Turn Signal ........................................ 1156 Rearparkingandstop ............................................. 1157 Rear Wipermasher Switch ..................................... 9606 1736 ............ 194 Sidemarker .........................................

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Capacities and Specifications

Engine Type .......................................... Compression Ratio

. . . . . . . . . . 8-Valve Engine ................................................. 16-Valve Engine ................................................

. * L4 8.9: 1 9.5: 1 Firingorder .................................................. 1 - 3 4 2 Fuel Delivery ............................................. Fuel Injection Piston Displacement ........................................ 97 CID (1.6L) Valve Arrangement .................................... In-Head “V” Type AC Belt Tension ... Deflect Belt 0.24-0.35 in. (6-9 mm) @I 22 lbs. (10 kg.) Pressure Fan Belt Tension Inspection ...... Deflect Belt 0.24-0.32 in. (6-8 mm) @ 22 lbs. (10 kg.) Pressure Replacement . . . . Deflect Belt 0.20-0.28 in. (5-7 mm) @ 22 lbs. (10 kg.) Pressure 180°F (82°C)

Thermostat Temperature Specification ......................... Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter

8-Valve Engine .......................................... 16-Valve Engine .........................................

Battery ....................................................... Engine Oil Filter .............................................. Fuel Filter .............................................. PCVValve .................................................. Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spark Plug .................................

13780-6 1 AAO 13780-58B20 26-60s 9606241 5 AC Type GF571 96058079 13 psi R43XLS (0.028” - 0.032” Gap)

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Crankcase

Cooling System

Capacities (Approximate) The following approximate capacities are given in U.S. and metric conversions. Air Conditioning” . . . . . . . . . . . . . See the refrigerant information label under hood. Automatic Transmission

5.5 qt. (5.2 L) 5.6 qt. (5.3 L)

3.0 qt. (2.8 L)** 5.4 qt. (5.1 L)

Drain and Refill ....................................... Overhaul ............................................. Automatic Transmission ................................ Manual Transmission ................................... With Filter Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 qt. (4.2 L)* Without Filter Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2 qt. (4.0 L) Front Differential ........................................ 1.1 qt. (1 .O L) Fuel Tank ............................................. 11.1 gal. (42 L) Manual Transmission 1.6 qt. ( 1.5 L) ** Four-wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8 qt. (1.7 L) ** Two-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Differential ........................................ 2.3 qt. (2.2 L) Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8 qt. ( 1.7 L) T Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Geo dealer. * When changing the oil filter, additional oil may be needed. Recheck the oil level ** Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic Transmission Fluid” or “Manual

after filling. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.

Transmission Fluid” in the Index.

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Service and Appearance Care Wheel Nuts Wheel Nut Torque ..................... Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase ............................................ Tread Front ................................................ Rear ............................................... Length .............................................. Width ................................................ Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 5 . 0 ”

. . .

. . 60 lb. ft. (80 N*m)

86.6” (2 200 mm)

54.9” (1 395 mm) 55.1”(1400mm) 142.5”(3620mm) 64.2” (1 630 mm) (1651mm)

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IMPORTANT: KEEP THE ENGINE OIL

AT THE PROPER

LEVEL AND CHANGE AS

RECOMMENDED

T h i s part covers the maintenance required for your Geo . Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission control performance .

Each

B .

C . D . E .

Section

Maintenance Schec

ule

A .

Introduction: A Word about Maintenance ........................ Your Vehicle and the Environment ......................... How This Part Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Owner Checks and Services

................................

Using Your Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting the Right Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Schedule1 Schedule11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

......................... At At Least Once a Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . At Least AtLeastOnceaYear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Periodic Maintenance Inspections ........................... Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ........................ MaintenanceRecord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

....................

Fuel Fill

a Year

Twice

204 204 204 205 205 205 206 210 214 218 218 219 219 220 223 225 228

Protection Plan

Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan

supplements your new car warranties .

See your GM dealer for details .

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Maintenance Schedule Introduction: A Word about Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you will find in the schedules in this part. So please read this part and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Geo dealer, the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done. Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper parts and practices.

Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to help keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.

How This Part is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into five sections: “Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary

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equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.

f you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information SM publishes. You will find a list of wblications and how to get them in this nanual. See “Service Publications” in he Index. ‘Section B: Owner Checks and Services” ells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel. It also :xplains what you can easily do to help :eep your vehicle in good condition.

“Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Geo dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. “Section E: Maintenance Record” provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be sure to write it down in this section. This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done. In addition, it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs.

Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. Your Geo dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll knoN that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. These schedules are for vehicles that: carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended unleaded fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index.

Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow: Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle? Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). Most trips are less than 10 miles (1 6 km) when outside temperatures are below freezing. The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off-road frequently.

D You tow a trailer. [f any one (or more) of these is true for your driving, follow Schedule I.

Schedule I1 Follow Schedule I1 on& lbove conditions is true.

if none of the

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Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Schedule l Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions:

ITEM NO.

WHAT TO SERVICE See “E,xplanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following

Schedules I und 11.

When most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation, as in stop-and-go traffic. When towing a trailer. When operating in dusty areas or off-road frequently.

Engine OTI and Filter Change* Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection

Fan (Water Pump) Drive Belt Service

Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement*

Cooling System Service” Wheel Bearine Insuection Transmission (All) and Transfer Case Differential (Four-wheel Drive) Service

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WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilomerers) or Months

(whichever occursfirst).

Every 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km) or 3 months. Every 6,000 miles (10 000 km). See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and 11. At 60,000 miles (100 000 km). See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and 11. Every 30,000 miles (50 000 krn) or 30 months. Every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) or 15 rnonlhs. See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and 11. See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and 11. Every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months. Every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) o r 60 months.

Propeller Shafts and U-Joints Inspection

Schedule I should also be followed if the 9% taxi or other commercial applications. * An Emission Control Service. t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful lfc. General Morors, howeve); urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record.” . . .206

Freewheeling Hubs Inspection (if equipped) Spark Plug Replacement* Spark Plug Wire Replacement” Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Reulacement* Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection*

Every 50.000 miles (X3 000 km).

Every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

10 11

13

12

The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (100 000 km) should be performed after 60,000 miles (100 000 km) at the same intervals. MILES (000) 3 1 6 17.5 1 9 112 115 118 121 122.5 124 127 130 133 136 137.5 ( 3 9 142 145 KILOMETERS (000)

I 4 8 I 5 0 151 152.5 I 54 157 1 6 0

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* An Emission Control Service. t The US. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record.”

WHAT TO SERVICE See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following

Schedules I and 11.

ITEM NO.

WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months

(whichever occurs first).

1 4

Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*

1 5 I Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection*t

1 6 1 7 1 8

21 22

Fuel Filter Replacement* Fuel Injector Inspection”

Oxygen Sensor Replacement*

l 9 I Evaporative Emissions Canister

Replacement* Engine Control Module (ECM) and Associated Sensors Inspection*

2o

System Hoses Inspection*

~~

Three Wav Catalvtic Converter Inspection*

23 I Engine Timing and Distributor Check*

See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and 11.

I See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance

Services” following Schedules I and 11. Every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 30 months. Every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Every 80,000 miles (133 000 km). Heated

I Every 100,000 miles (166 000 km).

Every 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km).

Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km). Emission Every 100,000 miles (166 000 k m l

I Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km).

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24 25 26 27 28

Engine Idle Speed Check*? Valve Lash (Clearance) Inspection* Power Steering System Inspection Wiring Harness and Connectors Inspection*

Service

Every 15,000 miles (25 000 km). Every 15,000 miles (25 000 km). Every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months. Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) or 60 months. Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km). Brake Fluid

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The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (100 000 km) should be performed after 60,000 miles (100 000 km) at the same intervals. I MILES (000)

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Maintenance Schedule S ection A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cant.) Schedule 11 Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the drivinp conditions specified in Schedule I apply. * An Emission Control Service. t The US. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the-failure to pevform this maintenance item will not nuh& the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be pevformed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record. ’’

ITEM NO.

WHAT TO SERVICE See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following

Schedules I and II.

and Filter Change*

Engine Oil Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection

WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months (whichever occursFrst).

Every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months. Every 7,500 miles (12 500 km).

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Services (Cont.)

WHAT TO SERVICE See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following

Schedules I and 11.

ITEM NO.

WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months

(whichever occurs first).

Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*

Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection*?

20 21

Fuel Filter Replacement* Fuel Injector Inspection* Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement* Evaporative Emissions Canister Replacement* Engine Control Module (ECM) and Associated Sensors Inspection” Emission System Hoses Inspection* Three Way Catalytic Converter Inspection* Engine Timing and Distributor Check* Engine Idle Speed Check*? Valve Lash (Clearance) Inspection* Power Steering System Inspection Wiring Harness and Connectors Inspection* Brake Fluid Service

See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and 11. See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and 11. Every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 30 months. Every 100,000 m i i s (166 000 km). Everv 80.000 miles (1 33 000 km).

Every 100,000 miles (166 000 km).

Every 100,000 miles (166 000 km).

Everv 60.000 miles (100 000 km). ~~ Every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km). Every 15,000 miles (25 000 km). Every 15,000 miles (25 000 km). Every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months. Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) or 60 months. Every 60,000 miles (100 000 km).

* An Emission Control Service. t The U S . Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record.”

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The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (100 000 km) should be performed after 60,000 miles ( 100 000 ktn) at the same intervals. MILES (000) 3 1 6 1 7 . 5 1 9 112 115 118 121 KILOMETERS (000)

122.5 124 127 130 133 136

137.5 139 142 145

I 4 8 I 5 0 151 152.5 I 5 4 157 I 6 0

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&planation of Scheduled Maintenance Services ?allowing are explanations of the services isted in Schedule I and Schedule II. h e proper fluids and lubricants to use are .isted in Section D. Make sure whoever rervices your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else ~ i v e s the vehicle. NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code, see “Engine Identification” in the Index.

ITEM NO. SERVICE

Oil and Filter Change* -

-e Always use SH or SG Energy Conserving II oils of proper viscosity. The “SH” or “SG” designation may be shown alone, or in combination with others, such as “SHKD,” “SH, SG, CD,” “SG/CD,” etc.

* An Emission Control Service. . . ,214

ITEM NO. SERVICE

To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30), see “Engine Oil” in the Index. Tire Wheel Rotation and Jnspectioq - For proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your tires following the instructions in this manual. See “Ties, Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index. Check the tires for uneven wear or damage. If you see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Check for damaged wheels also. Fan (Water Pump) Drive Belt S e r v k - Inspect and adjust if necessary at 30,000 mile (50 000 km), or 30 month intervals. Replace the belt at 60,000 miles (100 000 km) and 120,000 miles (200 000 km). -shaft Replacemeat” - Replace every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) and

Timin? Belt

ITEM NO. SERVICE

then inspect after 30,000 miles (50 000 km). 5 Coolin? Sys&nSemice* -

Drain, flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 182SM. Keep coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See “Coolant” in the Index. This provides proper freeze and boil protection, corrosion inhibitor level and maintains proper engine operating temperature. Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. Wash the pressure cap and neck. To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a pressure test of both the cooling system and the nressure cap.

ITEM NO. SERVICE 6 Wheel Bearin? InsDection - Inspect for wear and proper adjustment. Relubricate the bearings if grease is contaminated.

7 Transmission (All) and

Transfer Case Differential (Four-wheel Drive) Service - For the manual transmission and transfer case differential, check the fluid level every time the oil is changed. See “Manual Transmission Fluid” and “Transfer Case” in the Index. Inspect for damage and leaks and change the fluid every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) or 15 months for Schedule I conditions and every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 30 months for Schedule II conditions. For the automatic transmission, check the fluid level every time the oil is changed. See “Automatic Transmission Fluid” in the Index. Inspect for damage and leaks and change