wheel CHEVROLET TRACKER 1994 Workshop Manual

Service and Appearance Care
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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
dudes the weight of the vehicle, all
ccupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed
ne GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross
Ytle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either
he front or rear axle.
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
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.
NOTICE:
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Your warranty does not cover parts or
components that fail because
of over-
loading.
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[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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’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
pas 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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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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If you need to replace any of your wheels,
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them
only
with new GM original equipment
parts. This way, you
will be sure to have
the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts for your Geo model.
NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause
problems
with bearing life, brake
cooling, speedometer/odometer
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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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.
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:
0 Don’t get any vinyl cleaner on the
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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.
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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.
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.
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.)
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
Main Fuse Block
1 - Generator to Battery Circuit (60A)
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- Circuits Only Active When
Ignition Switch is
in “ACC,” “ON”
or “START” (50A)
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- Circuits Always Active (40A)
4 - Circuits Always Active (30A)
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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
1 - Turn Signal Lights; Back-up Lights
Indicator Lights
( 1 SA)
( 1 SA)
10 - Wiper/Washer ( 15A)
1 1 - Rear Defogger (1 5A)
12 - Heater
(25A)
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- Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Main Relay
(20A)
14 - Electronic Fuel Injection Main
Relay
( 15A)
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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 Drain and Refill
....................................... 3.0 qt. (2.8 L)**
Overhaul ............................................. 5.4 qt. (5.1 L)
Automatic Transmission ................................ 5.5 qt. (5.2 L)
Manual Transmission ................................... 5.6 qt. (5.3 L)
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
Cooling System
Crankcase
Four-wheel Drive
.................................... 1.6 qt. ( 1.5 L) **
Two-Wheel Drive ..................................... 1.8 qt. (1.7 L) **
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
after filling. See “Engine Oil”
in the Index.
** Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic Transmission Fluid” or “Manual
Transmission Fluid”
in the Index.
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Wheel Nuts
Wheel Nut Torque ..................... . . 60 lb. ft. (80 N*m)
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase ............................................ 86.6” (2 200 mm)
Tread Front
................................................ 54.9” (1 395 mm)
Rear
............................................... 55.1”(1400mm)
Length
.............................................. 142.5”(3620mm)
Height
................................................65.0” (1651mm)
Width ................................................ 64.2” (1 630 mm)
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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:
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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.
Schedule
I should also be followed if the
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.”
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WHAT TO SERVICE
See “E,xplanation of Scheduled
Maintenance Services” following
Schedules
I und 11.
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
Propeller Shafts and
U-Joints Inspection
Freewheeling Hubs Inspection
(if equipped)
Spark Plug Replacement*
Spark Plug Wire Replacement”
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
Reulacement*
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
(EGR) System
Inspection*
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) or 60 months.
Every 50.000 miles
(X3 000 km).
Every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
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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
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WHAT TO SERVICE
See “Explanation of Scheduled
Schedules
I and II.
ITEM NO. Maintenance Services” following
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or Months
(whichever occursFrst).
1 Engine Oil and Filter Change* Every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months.
2 Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection Every 7,500 miles (12 500 km).
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.
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