warning CHEVROLET CAMARO 1994 4.G Owner's Manual

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Attach the cable at least 18 inches
(45 cm) away from the dead battery,
but not near engine parts that move.
The electrical connection is just
as
good there, but the chance of sparks
getting back to the battery is much
less.
Now start the vehicle
with the good
battery and
run the engine for a
while.
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2.
Try to start the vehicle with the dead
battery.
If it won't start after a few tries, it
probably needs service.
Remove the cables
in reverse order
to prevent electrical shorting. Take
care that they don't touch each other
or any other metal.
A. Heavy Metal Engine Part
B. Good Battery
c. Dead Battery
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I Towing Your Vehicle
?y to have a GM dealer or a professional
]wing service tow your Chevrolet. The
sua1 towing equipment is a sling-type
A) or a wheel-lift (B) or car carrier (C)
3w truck.
f your vehicle has been changed or
nodified since
it was factory-new by
Idding aftermarket items like fog lamps,
Lero skirting, or special tires and wheels,
hese instructions and illustrations may
tot be correct.
3efore you do anything, turn on the
lazard warning flashers.

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Towing a vehicle over rough
surfaces could damage
a vehicle.
Damage can occur from
vehicle-
to-ground or vehicle-to-wheel-lift-
equipment contact.
To help avoid
damage, install a towing dolly
and raise vehicle
until adequate
clearance
is obtained between the
ground and/or wheel-lift equipment.
Engine Overheating
You will find a coolant temperature gage
Dn your Chevrolet’s instrument panel.
You may also find a low coolant warning
light on your Chevrolet instrument panel.
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine:
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NOTICE:
If your engine catches fire because
you keep driving with
no coolant,
your vehicle can be badly damaged.
The costly repairs would not be
covered by your warranty.
If No Steam Is Coming from Your
Engine:
If you get the overheat warning but see or
hear no steam, the problem may not be
too serious. Sometimes
the engine can gel
a little too hot when you:
0 Climb a long hill on a hot day.
0 Stop after high speed driving.
0 Idle for long periods in traffic.
Tow a trailer.
If you get
the overheat warning with no
sign of steam,
try this for a minute or so:
1. If you have an air conditioner, turn it
2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the
off.
highest fan speed and open
the
window as necessary.
3. Tr!
to keep your engine under load
(in a drive gear where the engine runs
slower).
[f you no longer have the overheat
warning, you can drive. Just to be safe,
drive slower for about ten minutes. If the
warning doesn’t come back on,
you can
drive normally.
[f the warning continues, pull over, stop,
and park your vehicle right away.
If there’s still no sign of steam, you can
idle the engine for two or three minutes
while you’re parked, to see if the warning
stops. But
then, if you still have the
warning, TURN
OFF THE ENGINE
AND GET EVERYONE
OUT OF THE
VEHICLE until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to
get service help right away.
Cooling System
When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood,
here’s what you’ll see on the
V6 engine:
1. Coolant recovery tank
2. Radiator pressure cap
3. Electric engine fan
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Recovery Bank
If yon .haven’t found a problem yet, but
the COOhint level isn’t at ur above the
“FULL COLD” mark, add a 50/50
mixture of clew wata (preferably
distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the
coolant‘rtyxwery ta&. (see “~nginef
Coolant” in the Index for more infor-
mation about the prop coolaat mix.)
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NOTICE:
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In cold weather, water can freeze and
crack the engine, radiator, heater core
and other parts. Use the warn-
mended coolant.
When the coolant in the coalant recovery
tank is at or above the “FULL GOLD”
mark, .start your vehicle.
If the overheat warning continues, there’s
one more thing you can try. You can add
the proper coolant mix directly to the
radiator, but be sure the cooling system is
cool before you do it.
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If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and
wheel damage by driving slowly to a level
place.
Turn on your hazard warning
flashers. The following
steps will tell you how to
use
the jack and change a tire.
The equipment you’ll need is in the rear
area.
First
you must remove the close-out
panel. See “Close-Out Panel” in the
Index.
Find the plastic screw heads in the trim
panel over
the spare tire. Use a coin or a
key to turn the screw heads until the slots
point front and back. Lift the trim panel
and move
it out of the way.
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See if any one of these is true for you:
0 Most trips are less than 4 miles
(6 km).
It’s below freezing outside and most
trips are less than
10 miles (1 6 km).
The engine is at low speed most of the
time (as in door-to-door delivery, or
in
stop-and-go traffic).
0 You tow a trailer often.
@ Most trips are through dusty places.
If any one
of these is true for your
vehiclej
then you need to change your oil
and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or
3 months - whichever comes first.
If none of them is true, change the oil
every
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12
months - whichever comes first. Change
the filter at the first oil change and at
every other oil change after that.
Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block
Heater):
An engine coolant heater can be a big
help
if you have to park outside in very
cold weather,
0” F (- 18 “C) or colder. If
your vehicle has this option, see “Engine
Coolant Heater”
in the Index.
What to Do with Used Oil:
Did you know that used engine oil
contains elements that may be unhealthy
for your skin and could even cause
cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your
skin for very long. Clean your skin and
nails with soap and water, or a good hand
cleaner. Wash or properly throw away
clothing or rags containing used engine
oil. (See the manufacturer’s warnings
about the use and disposal
of oil
products.)
Used oil can be a real threat to the
environment. If
you change your own oil,
be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from
the filter before disposal. Don’t ever
dispose of oil by putting it in the trash,
pouring
it on the ground, into sewers, or
into streams
or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle it by taking it to a place that
collects used oil. If you have a problem
properly disposing of your used oil, ask
your dealer, a service station or a local
recycling center for help.
3.4L L32 (Code S
air Cleaner
tefer to the Maintenance Schedule to
letermine when
to replace the air filter.
;ee “Scheduled Maintenance Services” ir
he Index.
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Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling
system and how to add coolant when
it
is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating or if you need
to add
coolant to your radiator, see “Engine
Overheating” in the Index.
The proper coolant for your Chevrolet
will:
0 Give freezing protection down to
Give boiling protection up to 262°F
Protect against rust and corrosion.
0 Help keep the proper engine
Let the warning lights work as they
-34°F (-37°C).
(128°C).
temperature.
should.
What to Use:
Use a mixture of one-half clean water
(preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets “GM Specification
1825M,” which won’t damage aluminum
parts.
You can also use a recycled coolant
conforming to GM Specification
1825M
with a complete coolant flush and refill. If
you use
this mixture, you don’t need to
add anything else.
NOTICE:
If you use an improper coolant mix,
your engine could overheat and be
badly damaged. The repair cost
wouldn’t be covered by your war-
ranty.
Too much water in the mix can
freeze and crack the engine, radiator,
heater core and other parts.
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You can check the brake fluid without
taking off the cap. Just look at the brake
fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be
above the plastic seam
in the reservoir.
If it isn’t, have your brake system
checked to see
if there is a leak.
After work is done on the brake hydraulic
system, make sure the level
is above the
plastic seam, near the base of the filler
neck.
What 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, and always clean the brakt
fluid reservoir cap before removing it.
NOTICE:
0 Don’t let someone put in the
wrong kind
of fluid. For example,
just a few drops
of mineral-based
oil, such as engine oil, in your
brake system can damage brake
system parts
so badly that they’ll
have to be replaced.
0 Brake fluid can damage paint, so
be careful not to spill brake fluid
on your vehicle.
If you do, wash it
off immediately. See ”Appearance
Care”
in the Index.
Brake Wear
Unless you have the four-wheel disc
brake option, your Chevrolet has front
disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make
a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads are
worn and new pads are needed. The
sound may come and go or be heard all
the time your vehicle is moving (except when
you are
pushing on the brake pedal
firmly).
A CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound
means that sooner or later your
brakes won’t work well. That could
lead to an accident. When you hear
the brake wear warning sound, have
your vehicle serviced.
NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly
brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may
cause
a brake squeal when the brakes are
first applied or lightly applied. This does
not mean something is wrong
with your
brakes.
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
The following information relates to the
system developed by the United States
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration which grades tires by
treadwear, traction and temperature
performance. (This applies only to
vehicles sold
in the United States.)
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based
on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
Fa
example, a tire graded 150 would wear
one and a half
(1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded
100.
The relative performance of tires depends
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.
Those 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.
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rire Chains
NOTICE:
If your Chevrolet has P235/55R16 or
P245/50ZR16 size
tires, don’t use tire
chains; they can damage your vehicle.
If you have other tires, use tire chains
only when you must. Use only
SAE
Class “S” type chains that are the
proper size for your tires. Install
them on the rear tires and 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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Appearance Care
:member, cleaning products can be
.zardous. Some are toxic. Others can
lrst into flame
if you strike a match
. get them on a hot part of the vehicle.
]me are dangerous
if you breathe
eir fumes
in a closed space. When
)u use anything from a container to
ean your Chevrolet, be sure to follow
the manufacturer‘s warnings and
instructions. And always open your
doors or windows when you’re
:leaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle:
0 Gasoline
0 Benzene
Naphtha
0 Carbon Tetrachloride
0 Acetone
0 Paint Thinner
0 Turpentine
a Lacquer Thinner
0 Nail Polish Remover
They can
all be hazardous - some
more than others
- and they can all
damage your vehicle, too.
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