service CHEVROLET LUMINA 1993 1.G Owner's Guide

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Air Cleaner (CONT.)
To Check or Replace (V6 Engines):
1. Remove the four screws and pull off
the cover.
2. Remove the air cleaner filter.
3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter
and replace the cover tightly. Wait
at least 30 minutes before
checking the transaxle fluid level if you
have been driving:
When outside temperatures are above
At high speed for quite a while.
In heavy traffic-especially in hot
While pulling a trailer.
To get the right reading, the fluid
should be at normal operating
temperature, which is
180°F to 200°F
(82°C to 93°C).
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving
about
15 miles (24 lun) when outside
temperatures are above
50°F (10°C). If
it's colder than
50°F (lO"C), you may
have to drive longer.
90°F
(32°C).
weather.
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2.2L L4: Adding Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (CONT.)
How to Add Transaxle Fluid:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine what kind of transaxle fluid
to use. See the
Index under Fluids G
Lubricants. If the fluid level is low, add
only enough of the proper fluid
to bring
the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less
than a pint
(0.5 L). Don’t overfill.
3.1 L V6: Adding Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
Twin Dual Cam
3.4L V6 Adding
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON@-IIE, because fluids
with that label are made especially for
your automatic
transaxle. Damage
caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-IIE
is not covered by your new vehicle
warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid
level
as described under How to Check.
When the correct fluid level is obtained’
push the dipstick back in
all the way.

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When to Check
A good time to have it checked is when
the engine
ail. is changed. However, tbe
fluid in your manual transaxle does not
require changing.
How to Check
Because-this operation can be a little
difficult, you
may choose to have this
done
at a Chmo-let 'dealership service
department.
If you do it yourself, be
sure to
follow d the instructions here,
or you could get a false reading on the
dipstick. The
manual transaxle dipstick
is located
on the driver's side .near the rear;of'the
transaxlr:
Check the fluid level only when your
engjnti isoff, the V&i& is parked on a
level place md the trmsde
is cool
enough for you to rest your fingers on
the
.t-ransde case.
Then, Follow These Steps:
1. Flip the handle up and then pull out
the dipstick &d clean it with a rag or
paper towel.
2. Push it back in all the way and
remove it.
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Manual Transaxle Fluid (CONT.)
3. Check both sides of the dipstick and
read the lower level. The fluid level
must be between the
ADD and
FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may
appear at the bottom of the dipstick
even when the fluid level is several
pints low.)
4. If the fluid is where it should be, push
the dipstick back in all the way.
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How to Add Fluid:
Here's how to add fluid. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine
what kind
of fluid to use. See the Index
under Fluids G Lubricants.
1. Remove the dipstick by flipping the
handle up and then pulling the
dipstick out.
Add only enough fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the
FULL mark on
the dipstick.
3. Push the dipstick back in all the way;
then flip the handle down to lock the
dipstick in place.
2. Add fluid at the dipstick hole.
Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is
self-adjusting.
When to Check and What to Use:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine how often you should check
the fluid level in your clutch master
cylinder reservoir and what to add. See
the
Index under Owner Checks G
Services and Fluids G Lubricants.

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Engine Coolant (CONT.)
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Adding Coolant
To Check Coolant:
When your engine is cold, the coolant
level should be between the
COLD and
HOT marks or a little higher. When
your engine is
warm, the level should be
up to HOT, or a little higher.
2.2L L4: Checking Coolant
3.1 L & 3.4L V6: Checking Coolant

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Radiator Pressure Cap
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Your radiator cap is a 15 psi
(105 Wa) pressure-type cap and
must be tightly installed to prevent
coolant loss and possible engine
damage
from overheating. Be su
the arrows on the cap line up wi
the overflow tube on the radiato
filler neck.
When you replace your radiator
pressure cap, 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
AC@ thermostat is recommended.
Power Steering Fluid
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.
When the engine compartment is hot,
When the engine compartment is cool,
the
level should be at the
H mark.
the level should be at the
C mark.

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Windshield Washer Fluid (CONT.)
When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’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 as washer fluid.
3/4 full when it’s very cold.
allows for expansion, whic
Fill your washer fluid tank only
could damage
t
completely full.
Don’t use radiator antifreeze in
your windshield washer. It can
damage your washer system and
paint.
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Brake Master Cylinder
Your brake master cylinder is here. It is
filled with DOT-3 brake fluid.
Your vehicle is equipped with either Standard Power Brakes or the Anti-
Lock Brake System.
There 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 to an acceptable
level during normal brake lining wear.
When new linings are
Dut in, the fluid
level goes back up. The other reason is
that fluid is leaking
out of the brake system. If it
is, you
should have your brake system fixed,
since a leak means that sooner or later
your brakes won’t work well, or won’t
work at all.
So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your
brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t 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.

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Battery
Every new Chevrolet has a Delco
Freedom@ battery. You never have to
add water to one of these. When it’s
time for a new battery, we recommend a
Delco Freedom@ battery. Get one that
has the catalog number shown on the
original battery’s label.
Jump Starting
For jump starting instructions, see the
Index under Jump Starting.
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.
x Batteries have acid that can
L burn you and gas that can
explode. You can be badly hurt if
you aren’t careful. See the Index
under Jump Starting for tips on
working around
a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to prepare your
vehicle for longer storage periods.
Bulb Rephcement
In this section you’ll find directions for
changing the light bulbs in some of the
lights on your Chevrolet.
Be sure to read the directions before
you begin to replace or adjust any
lights.
See the
Index under Replacement
Bulbs to find the type of bulb you need
to use.

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HwdDghf Bulb Replacement
(COW..)
4. Lift the lacking tab on the electrical
connector
and pd it from the socket.
5. plug a new bulb ayld socket into the
electxical cannectur, Be sure the
lacking tab
snaps securely onto the
socket.
6. Replace the socket in the headlight
housing.
7. Turn it clockwise to lo& it in place.
8. Close the protective panel,
4. Push the tab on the bulb socket and I
turn it c=own.t~do;ckwise. 9ull the
assembly.
5. Remove the bulb from the socket by
palling
it out. De not twist the bulb.
6. Push in the new bulb.
7. Reverse steps 1-4 to replace the front
park and turn signal light assembly.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplight
Bulb Replacement
(CONT.)
2. Lift the locking tabs at the top and
bottom and pull the bulb and socket
out of the center high-mounted
stoplight assembly.
3. Pull the bulb from the socket.
4. Push the new bulb into the socket.
5. Replace the bulb and socket in the
assembly. Make sure the locking tabs
snap in place.
6. Replace the cover and screws.
TailStop/Turn Signal Bulb
Replacement
See the Index under Replacement
Bulbs to check the type of bulb to use.
To Replace a Bulb:
1. Open the trunk. Remove the
convenience net
if you have one.
Remove the carpet fasteners by
twisting them a little as you pull them
away from the carpet.
the vehicle.
2. Pull the carpet away from the rear of
3. Unscrew the three wing nuts and pull
the light assembly
from the vehicle.