maintenance CHEVROLET CAMARO 1993 User Guide

Service & Appearance Care
~1 NOTICE: Ill Then, follow these steps:
100 mucn or too mtIe nula can
damage your transmission.
Too
much can mean that some of the
fluid could come out and fall on hn
engine parts, starting a fire. Be s
to get an accurate reading if you
check your transmission
fluid
1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Check that the lubricant level is up to
the bottom of the filler plug hole.
11 3. If the fluid level is good, install the
plug and be sure
it is fully seated. If
the fluid level is low, add more fluid
as described in the next steps.
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Check the fluid level only when your
engine is
off, the vehicle is parked on a
level place and the transmission is cool
enough for you to rest your fingers on the
transmission case.
How to Add Fluid:
Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind
of fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index.
1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add
only enough fluid to bring the fluid
level
up to the bottom of the filler
plug hole.
3. Install the filler plug. Be sure the plug
is fully seated.
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Hydrauhc Clutcn
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
“Owner Checks and Services” and
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”
in
the Index.
How to Check:
The proper fluid should be added if the
level is below the STEP mark on the
reservoir. See the instructions on the
reservoir cap.
Rear Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine how often to check the
lubricant and when to change
it. See
“Periodic Maintenance Inspections”
in
the Index.
How to Check Lubricant:
If the level is below the bottom of the
filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some
lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise
the level to the bottom of the filler plug
hole.
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5.7L LTl (Code P)
When the engine compartment is hot,
the level should be at the
H mark.
When the engine compartment is cool,
the level should be at the
C mark.
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What to Add:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine what kind of fluid to use. See
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”
in
the Index.
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When adding power steering fluid
or making a complete fluid change,
always use
the proper fluid. Failure I
to use the proper fluid can cause
leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windsmeld Washer Fluid
To Add:
Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID
ONLY. Add washer fluid until the bottle
is full.
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I I A If you have too much brake
L , fluid, it can spill on the engine.
‘-L: fluid will burn if the engine is
hot enough. You or others could be
burned, and your vehicle could be
damaged. Add brake fluid only
when work is done
on the brake
hydraulic system.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule
to
determine when to check your brake
fluid. See “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections” in the Index.
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ou can check the brake fluid without
king
off the cap. Just look at the brake
.uid reservoir. The fluid level should be
bove the plastic seam in the reservoir.
: It isn’t, have your brake system
hecked to see
if there is a leak.
,fter work
is done on the brake hydraulic
ystem, make sure the level
is above the
lastic seam, near
the base of the filler
eck.
dhat to Add:
When you do need brake fluid, use only
DOT-3 brake fluid - such as Delco-
Supreme
1 l@ (GM Part No. 1052535).
Use new brake fluid from a sealed
container only.
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0 DOT-5 silicone brake fluid can
damage your vehicle. Don’t
use it.
0 Don’t let someone put in the
wrong kind of fluid. For
example, just a few drops
mineral-based oil, such a5
engine oil, in your brake
system can damage brake
system parts
so badly that
they’ll have to be replaced.
Srake fluid can damage p----.,
-0 be careful not to snill brake
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When to Check: Check your tires once a
month
or more. Don’t forget your
compact spare tire. It should be at
60 psi
(420 kPa).
How to Check: Use a good quality
pocket-type gage to check tire pressure.
Simply looking at the tires will not tell
you the pressure, especially if you have
radial tires
- which may look properly
inflated even if they’re underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to
put them back on. They help prevent
leaks by keeping out
dirt and moisture.
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
To make your tires last longer, have them
inspected and rotated at the mileages
recommended
in the Maintenance
Schedule. See “Scheduled Maintenance
Services”
in the Index.
If you don’t have
P245/50ZR 16 size tires,
use the rotation pattern shown above for
your size tires. If
you have P245/50ZR16 size tires, they
must roll
in a certain direction for the best
overall performance. The direction is
shown by an arrow on both sidewalls.
Because these tires are directional, they
should
be rotated as shown in the
example above. These tires should only
be moved from front to rear and rear to
front on the same side of the vehicle.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust
the front and rear inflation pressure as
shown on the Tire-Loading Information
label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel
Nut
Torque” in the Index.
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Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct
rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps
or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand,
dish or car washing (non-detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that
contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning
agents should
be flushed promptly and
not allowed
to dry on the surface, or they
could stain.
Dry the finish with a soft,
clean chamois or a 100% cotton towel
to avoid surface scratches and water
spotting.
High pressure car washes may cause
water
to enter your vehicle.
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of
your Chevrolet may be necessary to
remove residue from the paint finish. You
can get
GM approved cleaning products
from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care
and Maintenance Materials” in the Index.)
Your Chevrolet has a “basecoat/clearcoat”
paint finish. The clearcoat gives more
depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.
I NOTICE:
aggressive polishing on a
basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may
dull the finish or leave swirl marks.
4luminum Wheels (If So Equippea)
Your aluminum wheels have a protective
:oating similar to the painted surface
of
your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps,
zhemicals, chrome polish, or other
ibrasive cleaners on them because you
:ould damage this coating. After rinsing
;horoughly, a wax mav be applied.
If you have aluminum wheels, da ’&
use an automatic car wash that has
hard silicon carbide cleaning
brushes. These brushes can
tak- ~ff
the protective coating.
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Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep
scratches
in the finish should be repaired
right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major
repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired
with touch-up materials available from
your dealer or other service outlets.
Larger areas
of finish damage can be
corrected in your dealer’s body and paint
shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow remova
and dust control can collect
on the
underbody. If these are not removed,
accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on
the underbody parts such as fuel lines,
frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even
though they have corrosion protection.
At least every spring, flush these
materials from the underbody with plain
water. Clean any areas where mud and
other debris can collect. Dirt packed in
closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your
dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions
can create a chemical fallout. Airborne
pollutants can fall upon and attack painted
surfaces on your vehicle.
This damage
can take two forms: blotchy,
ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Although no defect in
the paint job causes
this, Chevrolet will repair, at no charge
to
the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles
damaged by this fallout condition within
12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km)
of purchase, whichever comes first.
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Service Station Information
Appearance Care and Maintenance Muterials
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PART NUMBER
USAGE DESCRIPTION SIZE
1051 51 6
Removes rust and corrosion on chrome and steel
Chrome Cleaner
and Polish 16 oz. (0.473 L) 10501 73
Also old waxes, polishes
Tar and Road Oil Remover 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1 0501 72
Windshield washing system and gas line
Washer Solvent and Gas Line De-lcer 32 02. (0.946 L)
lo501 74 Cleans white and black tires
White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 16 02. (0.473 L)
105021 4
Vinyl, cloth, door trims, seats, carpet, tires, mats
Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner 6 Ib. (2.72 kg) 1050429
Glass cleaning and
spot cleaning on vinyls
Glass Cleaner 24 oz. (0.680 L) 1050427
Power
steering
Power Steering Fluid 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1052884
Spot and stain removal on cloth and fabric
Fabric Cleaner' 16 02. (0.473 L) 1050244
Spot and stain removal on leather and vinyl
VinyVLeather Cleaner' 32 02. (0.946 L)
lo501 09 Spray lubricant for hood, hatchback, door hinges, latches
Lubriplate 12 02. (0.340 kg)
1052870
Weatherstrips
Dielectric
Silicone Grease 1 oz. (0.028 kg) 12345579
Exterior wash
Wash-Wax (Concentrated) 16 02. (0.473 L)
1 051 398 Spot and stain removal on cloth and fabric
Spot Lifter' 8 02. (0.237 L)
1050201 16 oz. (0.473 L)
Key-lock cylinders
Multi-Purpose Lubricant
9 02. (0.262 L) 123451 20
Automatic and manual transmission
fluid DEXRON@-IIE 32 02. (0.946 L ) 12345881
Exterior cleaner and polish
Magic Mirror Cleaner-Polish
1051 51 5 Windshield washer solvent and antifreeze
GM Optikleen" 32 oz. (0.946 L)
1052753
Brake fluid Delco-Supreme 11 @ Brake Fluid 16 02. (0.473 L) 1052535
Chassis
Lubricant 14 02. (0.397 kg) 1052497
Year-round coolant and antifreeze
Permanent Type Anti-Freeze Coolant 1 gal. (3.785 L)
105001 1 Windshield cleaner Eon-Ami Powder@ 12 02. (0.340 kg)
12345347
1052271 Hydraulic clutch system
Hydraulic Clutch
Fluid 16 oz. (0.473 L)
Rear axle SAE 80W-9O-GLb 24 02. (0.680 L) J
*Not recommended for pigskin suede leather.
See your General Motors Dealers for these products. See your Maintenance Schedule for other products.
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IMPORTANT: I
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS I
This part covers the
maintenance required
for your
Chevrolet . Your vehicle needs
these services to retain its safety.
dependability and emission
control performance
.
Section
.
Part
Maintenance Schedule
Introduction: A Word about Maintenance ........................... 286
Your Vehicle and the Environment
............................ 286
How This Part
Is Organized ................................. 287
A . Scheduled Maintenance Services ............................... 289
Using Your Maintenance Schedules
........................... 289
Selecting the Right Schedule
................................. 289
Schedule
I ................................................ 290
Schedulen
............................................... 292
Explanation
of Scheduled Maintenance Services ................. 294
B . Owner Checks and Services ................................... 298
At Each Fuel Fill
.......................................... 298
At Least Once a Month ..................................... 299
At Least Twice a Year ...................................... 299
At Least Once a Year ....................................... 300
C . Periodic Maintenance Inspections .............................. 303
D . Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ........................... 305 I
E . MaintenanceRecord ......................................... 308
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Have you purched the GM Protection Plan ? The Plan
supplements
your new car warranties .
See your GM dealer for details .
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Maintenance Schedule
Introduction: A Word about Maintenance
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We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in
good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how
you’ll drive it.
You may drive very short distances only a
few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the
time in very hot, dusty weather.
You may use your vehicle
in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do
errands, or in many other ways.
Because of all the different ways people use their
GM
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need more
frequent checks and replacements than you will find in the
schedules in this part. So please read this part and note how
you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your
vehicle in good condition, see your Chevrolet dealer, the
place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance
work done. Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper
parts and practices.
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps keep your vehicle
in
good working condition, but it also helps the
environment.
All recommended maintenance procedures are
important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of
important components can significantly affect the quality of
the air
we breathe. Improper fluid levels or even the wrong
tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
To help protect our environment, and to help keep
your vehicle
in good condition, please maintain your vehicle
properly.
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