1996 Chevrolet Tracker Owners Manual

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional infomation. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

I DATE

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

I 3 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings

(or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).

17 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

15 months, whichever occurs first).

!I Change manual transmission fluid (or every 0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. 0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to

An Emission Control Service.

underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service.?

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Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule

Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace as necessary.

0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for

looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.

78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary. DATE

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 1 81,000 Miles (135 000 km)

84,000 Miles (140 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Con’trol Service.

0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

DATE

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Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

I DATE

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) ,U Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

90,000 Miles (I50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

El Clean and repack the front wheel bearings

(or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).

0 Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or

every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Inspect camshaft timing belt.

An Emission Control Service.

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.

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otate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotatio

in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for heedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

0 Change manual transmission fluid (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. 0 Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months,

An Emission Control Service.

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it

to underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service.?

0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace as necessary.

I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I

Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.

I DATE

I ACTUAL MILEAGE

ISERVICED

BY: I

93,000 Miles (155 000 km) CI Change engine oil and filter (or every

0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

ACTUAL MILEAGE '

SERVICED BY:

DATE

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate CM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whchever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary. DATE

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SERVICED B Y

I 99,000 Miles (165 800 km)

0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.

17 Inspect the loclung front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whchever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 OF (32" C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid andfilter do not

require changing.

0 Replace Po sitive Cranl ltcase Ventilation

(PCV) valve. Replace any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) 0 Inspect fuel injector. 0 Replace evaporative emissions canister.

system. An Emission Control Service.

An Emission Control Service.

An Emission Control Service.

I DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 krn) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes 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 the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace

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Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to

underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service.?

0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for

looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 22,500 Miles (37 500 kmj 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional infomation. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessarv.

30,000 Miles (50 000 kmj 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings

(or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

0 Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or

every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

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I Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule I

Q Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 7

0 Replace spark plugs.

An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.

0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.

0 Change manual transmission fluid (or every

30 months, whxhever occurs first).

I7 Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months,

whichever occurs first, or sooner if filter is clogged). An Emission Control Service. 17 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

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1 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) c] Check engine idle speed and adjust it to

underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service.?

0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for

looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 17 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessarv.

I DATE

I ACTUAL MILEAGE

(SERVICED BY:(

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1 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) l l Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional ,information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to

underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Sewice.?

0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for

looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used offlroad or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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0 Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation

(PCV) valve. Replace any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. An Emission Control Service.

i Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, thefluid andfilter do not require changing.

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I Long TripYHighway Maintenance Schedule I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual €or proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessarv. DATE

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

ACTUAL

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings

(or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional infomation. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

0 Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

(Continued)

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

0 Replace spark plugs.

An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines and any hoses for damage. Replace fuel tank cap gasket. An Emission Control Service,

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17 Change manual transmission fluid (or every 0 Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months,

30 months, whichever occurs first).

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

17 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace as necessary.

0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service. 0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to

underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service.?

I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I

Adjust engine timing to underhood label specifications. Inspect the inside and outside of the distributor cap and rotor for cracks, carbon tracking and corrosion. Clean or replace as needed. An Emission Control Service. -t

0 Inspect emission system hoses and replace

as necessary., An Emission Control Service. -f Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.

0 Inspect the underhood wiring harness for

loose connections, chafed wires and damage (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

An Emission Control Service.

0 Replace the camshaft timing belt. 0 Replace spark plug wires (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Drain, refill and bleed the brake system.

DATE

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67,500 Miles (112 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Ernissiun Control Service.

c] Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures,

€2 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessarv.

1 ACTUAL MILEAGE

ISERVICED BY: I

I DATE

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 17 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

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t

Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule

0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to

underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service.? Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary.

82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation,’ check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessarv. DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings

(or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).

0 Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or

every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

An Emission Control Service.

0 Inspect camshaft timing belt. 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

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Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines and any hoses for damage. Replace fuel tank cap gasket. An Emission Control Service.

CI Change manual transmission fluid (or every

30 months, whichever occurs first).

[7 Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)

for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessary.

0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 1

‘c1 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to

underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service.?

0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for

looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional mfoqation. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

. .

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

97,500 Miles (1 62 500 k

1 )

Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped) for correct operation (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if necessarv.

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r

Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) 0 Change automatic, transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32 O C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid andfilter do not require changing.

delivery service.

0 Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation

(PCV) valve. Replace any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) 17 Inspect fuel injector. 0 Replace evaporative emissions canister.

system. An Emission Control Service.

An Emission Control Service.

An Emissitin Control Service.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below 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. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further details.

Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for 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. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details. Hood Latch Operation Check Pull the primary hood latch release handle inside the vehicle. The secondary latch should keep the hood from opening all the way when the primary latch is released. Make sure the hood closes firmly. See “Hood Release” in the Index for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See “Tires” in the Index for further details.

Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details.

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At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Fluid Level Check Check the transfer case, axle differential(s) and automatic or manual transmission fluid levels and add as needed. See “Transfer Case,” “Axle, Rear,” “Axle, Front” and “Automatic Transmission” or “Manual Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss in these systems could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once.

Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid IOSS may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, glove box door, console door and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

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Starter Switch Check

Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transmission)

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking

Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

I . Before you start, be sure you have enough room around

the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface

2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”

in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.

3. With the engine off, turn the key to the ON position,

but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

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Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.

To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: Shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes. If your vehicle is four-wheel drive, be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL (N).

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.

Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position.

With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only if you push the key in farther, while turning it towards LOCK.

On vehicles with a key release lever, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the lever. The key should turn to LOCK only when you press the key lever. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check

/d CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

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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 floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed.

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a Geo service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front- Wheel-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, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.

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Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Rear Axle (All) and Front Axle (Four-wheel Drive) Service Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed. See “Rear Axle” and “Four-wheel Drive” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system(s), and repair the system(s) if needed. Refer to “Scheduled Maintenance Services,” earlier in this section, to 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, chafing, 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. Clutch System Service Check clutch pedal free travel and adjust as necessary. See “Clutch Adjustment” in the Index.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.

USAGE

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

FLUIDlLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze (GM Part No. 1052753 or equivalent) conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

USAGE

Hydraulic Brake System

Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering System Manual Transmission (All) and Transfer Case (4-Wheel-Drive) ~ Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders

FLUIDlLUBRICANT

Brake Fluid

Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category’ LB or GC-LB. DEXR0N’-I11 Automatic Transmission Fluid. GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Gear Oil (GM Part No. 12346190 - 1 qt.), Castrol Syntorq@ LT or equivalent SAE 75W-90 GL-4 gear oil. DEXRON@-I11 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-F‘urpose Lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

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USAGE

. FLUINLUBRICANT

Windshield Washer Solvent

GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 105 15 15) or equivalent. Hood Latch Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Assembly Pivots, Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements Spring Anchor and Release of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Pawl Hood and Door Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ Hinges

(GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Weatherstrip Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). Conditioning See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.

FLUID/LUBRICANT

Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Lithium base grease.

Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) OF lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Cat.egory LB or GC-LB. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345977) or S A E $OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant.

USAGE

Manual Transmission Shift Linkage

Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Floor Shift Litikage

Chassis Lubrication

Zear Axle (All) md Front Axle :Four-wheel Drive)

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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and

Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record.

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Maintenance Recora

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record

ODOMETER

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GeGB Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet/Geo if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:

The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation BBB Auto Line -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Service and Owner Publications

Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Chevrolet/Geo. Normally, any concern you

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For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135 (English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands: 1-800-’534-O 122 In all other Caribbean countries: 1-809-763- 13 15 In other overseas locations, call GM North American Export Sales in Canada at 1-905-644-4112

may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained techcians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise. Chevrolet/Geo has empowered its dealers to make any decisions and repair vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your concern to your complete satisfaction. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealer management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service, or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager. STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet/Geo Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French),

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For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative:

Your name, address, hqme and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern

We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Chevrolet/Geo, write to:

Chevrolet/Geo Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices. When contacting Chevrolet/Geo, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved by the dealer, using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet/Geo has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet/Geo by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

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Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Program

To enhance Chevrolet/Geo's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet/Geo is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1996 Chevrolet/Geo, membership in Roadside Assistance is free.

Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). This toll-free number will provide you over-the-phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membership is free, however some services may incur costs. Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer, Basic Cure and Courtesy" Care: 0 Toll-free number, 1 -800-CHEV-USA 0 Free towing for warranty repairs 0 Basic over-the-phone technical advice

Available dealer services at reasonable costs (ie., wrecker services, locksmith/key service, glass repair, etc.)

ROADSIDE Courtesy " Care PROVIDES:

Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above) Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway)

a FREE Lochmith/Key Service (when keys are lost

on the road or locked inside)

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FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on the road)

Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the BUMPER-TO-BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1996 Chevrolet/Geo passenger car and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Courtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease Customers operating 1996 and newer Chevrolet/Geo vehicles for a period of 36 months/36,000 miles. All Courtesy Care services must be pre-arranged by Chevrolet/Geo Roadside or dealer Service Management. Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet/Geo reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time.

For complete program details, see your Chevrolet/Geo dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service. When roadside services are required, our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services. For prompt assistance when calling, please have the following available to give to the advisor:

Vehicle Identification Number License plate number Vehicle color Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached

0 Vehicle mileage

Description of problem

Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure inside your owner information portfolio for full program details.

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Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services. Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the BUMPER-TO-BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1996 Chevrolet/Geo passenger cars and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealer for details). Courtesy Transportation includes:

One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair completed during the same day. Up to $30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus, or other transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by another person (i.e., friend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days.

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Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet/Geo dealer service management. Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs. Chevrolet/Geo Courtesy Transportation is not part of the BUMPER-TO-BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet/Geo reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time without notification.

0 For additional program details contact your

Chevrolet/Geo dealer.

In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet/Geo will reimburse up to $3O/day for documented transportation you receive. For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is available only in the United States and Canada.

GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* *This program may not be available in all states,' depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Chevrolet/Geo and your Chevrolet/Geo dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Chevrolet/Geo voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203 Telephone: 1-800-955-5 100

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To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a stxternent of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors. We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Chevrolet/Geo. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will maKe a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Chevrolet/Geo Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222- 1020.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3J2

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notlfying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write:

Chevrolet/Geo Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, Michigan 48007-7047

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

Service, and Owner Publications

Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information:

United States Canada . . .

. ~ .

1-800-551-4123 . . 1-800-668-5539

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Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself” service. These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional, qualified technicians. Service Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships. GM monitors product performance in the field. When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles, bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service. Service bulletins may involve any

number of vehicles. So,me will describe inexpensive service; others will describe expensive service. Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions, and others may help avoid future costly repairs. Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians. In some cases, bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools, equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle. Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond, an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins. Subscriptions are available. You can order an index at the toll-free numbers listed previously, or ask a GM dealer to see an index or individual bulletin. Owner Publications Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information.

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Gem Section 9 Index

A i r ~ a g

...................................... I -24 Adding Equipment ............................ 1-30 How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Location .................................... l-26 Readiness Light ......................... 1-25, 2-61 Servicing ................................... 1-2 9 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-27 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-27 AirCleaner .................................... 6-13 Airconditioning ................................ 3-2 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-64 Alignment and Balance, Tire ...................... 6-46 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...................... 6-54 Antenna ...................................... 3-19 Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24 Anti-Lock

Brake System Active Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-64, 4-8 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63, 4-6 Brakes ...................................... 4- 6 Appearance Care ................................ 6-48

6-56 8-7 2-40 3-6

Appearance Care Materials ....................... Arbitration Program .............................. Ashtrays ...................................... Audio Systems .................................. Automatic

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Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Overdrive Off Switch .......................... 2-13 Shifting ..................................... 2-10 Starting Your Engine ........................... 2-8 2-8.2-10 T E U I S ~ ~ S S ~ O ~ Transmission Check ........................... 7-48 Transmission Fluid ............................ 6-15 Transmission Operation ........................ 2-10 Transmission Park Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50 Axle, Front .................................... 6-23 ............................. Axle, Rear . . 6-21 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33 Jump Starting ................................. 5-2 Warnings .................................... 5-2 BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-7 Better Business Bureau Mediation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 9-1

Brake

Adjustment .................................. 6-33 Fluid ....................................... 6-29 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-29 Parking ..................................... 2-20 PedalTravel ................................. 6-32 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-33 System Warning Light ......................... 2-62 Trailer ...................................... 4-51 Transmission Shift Interlock .................... 2-23 Transmission Shift Interlock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49 Wear ....................................... 6-32 ............................... Brakes.Ant i.Lock 4-6 Braking ........................................ 4-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Braking in Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Break.In. New Vehicle 2-6 Brightness Control .............................. 2-36 BTSI ......................................... 2-23 BTSICheck ................................... 7-49 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34

Canadian Roadside Assistance . . Canvas Top

. . . . . . . . 8-6

And Plastic Window Care ...................... 6-53 Lowering and Raising ......................... 2-49 Preparing for Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54 Removing and Installing ....................... 2-53

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2.25, 4.42 . . 3.8, 3.11

Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carbon Monoxide ......................... Cassette Deck Service ........................... Cassette Tape Player .................. Cassette Tape Player Care ........... . . . . . . . . 3-18 CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Certification Label .............................. 4-46 Certificationmire Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46 Chains. Safety .................... . . . . . . . . 4-51 Chains. Tire ...................... . . . . . . . . 6-47 . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22 Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charging System Light .......................... 2-61 Checking Your Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-46 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-55 Child Restraints ...................... . . . . . . 1-37 . . . 1-38 . . . 1-40 1-38 1-37 2-40 6-58 6-13

Securing in a Rear Seat Position . . . . . . . . . Securing in the Right Front Seat Position . . TopStrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WheretoPut ................................ Cigarette Lighter ............................... Circuit Breakers and Fuses ....................... Cleaner. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning

Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-54 Canvas Top and Plastic Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Fabric ...................................... 6-49 Glass ....................................... 6-51 InsideofYourGeo ............................ 6-48

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............................. 6-51 Instrument Panel Outside of Your Geo .......................... 6-52 Special Problems ............................. 6-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Stains ..................... Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Vinyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Wheels ..................................... 6-54 Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Climate Control System ............................ 3-1 Clock, Setting the ................................ 3-6 . . . 6-21 Clutch Adjustment Coinholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40 . . . . 3-1 Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Compact Disc Care 3-19 Compact Disc Player ............................ 3-1 1 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Convertible Top ................................ 2-42 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-38 Coolant ....................................... 6-24 Levelcheck ................................. 5-15 RecoveryTank ............................... 5-16 Radiator .................................... 5-19 Temperature Gage ............................ 2-64 Cooling System ................................ 5 - 14 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-6

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. . . . 2-32 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Cupholders .................................... 2-40 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . .

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. . . . . . 6-55 Damage. Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Damage. Sheet Metal . . . . . Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-35 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-69 5-2 Dead Battery ............ 8-8 Defects. Reporting Safety Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Defogger. Rear Window . . . . . . . Defogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 ............................ 6-64 Dimensions. Vehicle Dome Lamps .................................. 2-36 Door

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Locks . . . . . Storage .....................................

2-3 2-39 Downshifting ............................. 2- 15, 2- 16 Drive Position. Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Driver Position ................................. 1-18

Driving

City ........................................ 4-34 Defensive .................................... 4-1 Drunken ..................................... 4-2 Freeway .................................... 4-35 Guidelines .................................. 4- 14 InaBlizzard ................................. 4-41 I n . Foreign Countries ........................... 6-4 In the Rain .................................. 4-31 Night ...................................... 4-29 Off-Road ................................... 4-14 On Curves. .................................... 4-9 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-53 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-37 On Snow and Ice ............................. 4-40 Throughwater ............................... 4-33 WetRoads .................................. 4-31 Winter ...................................... 4-39 With a Trailer ................................ 4-52 DrunkenDriving ................................ 4-2 E a s y Entry Seat ................................ 1-4 Electrical Equipment. Adding ................. 2-9. 6-57 Electrical System ............................... 6-57 Engine ........................................ 6-8 Coolant ..................................... 6-24 Coolant Level Check .......................... 7-47

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Gage . .

Temperature

Coolant Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Identification . . . . . . Main Fuse Block . . . . . . Oil Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . Overheating ................................. Running While Parked ......................... Specifications ................................ Stating Your .............................

. . . . . . . . . 2-64 ......... 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 . . . . . . . . . 6-60 . . . . . . . . . 7-47 5-12 2-25 6-62 2-8, 2-9 Engine Compartment Main Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 EngineOil ..................................... 6-9 Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 -10 Additives ................................... 6-12 Checking ................................... 6-10 Used ....................................... 6-13 When to Change .............................. 6-12 Ethanol ........................................ 6-3 Exhaust, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25

Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-49 Fifth Gear, Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 FillingYourTank ................................ 6-4 Filter. Air ..................................... 6-14 Finish Care .................................... 6-52 FinishDamage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 First Gear, Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Flashers, Hazard Warning 5-1

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FranGais

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Flash-to-Pass Feature . . . . . . . . . . 2-30 . . . . . 5-22 Flat Tire. Changing . . . 6-63 Fluid Capacities ...................... ..... 7-53 Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foreign Countries. Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Fourth Gear. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Four-wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 2.16. 6.22 .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 French Language Manual Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23 Front Seat Side Pockets .......................... 2-39 Front Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 6-37 FrontTowing ................................... 5-9 Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement .......... 6-36 Fuel .......................................... 6-2 Canada ...................................... 6-3 DoorLock ................................... 6-5 Filling Your Tank ............................... 6-4 Gage ....................................... 2-69 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-4 .Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-58

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Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-69 GAWR ....................................... 4-46 Gear Positions, Automatic Transmission ............. 2- 10

. . . 2-64

Gear Positions. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 GloveBox .................................... 2-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46 Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-46 .. ..................... Guide en 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Halogen Bulbs ..................... Hazard Warning Flashers Head Restraints ..................... Headlamps ....................... Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . High/Low Beam Changer ....................

. . . . 6-34 . . 5-1 . . . . . . . 1-3 . . . . . . . . . 2-29 . . . . . . . . . 6-34 2-29 Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Heating ........................................ 3-3 Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-37 Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-37 Hitches, Trailer . . . . . . . . ..................... 4-51 Hood

Checking Things Under . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prop ..................... Release ...................................... Horn ......................................... Hubs. Freewheeling ............................. Hydroplaning ..................................

. . . . . . . 6-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 6-6 2-28 2-17 4-33

9-5

Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Inflation, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-41 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 Inspections .................................... 7-51 Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-52 Exhaust Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .