suspension CHEVROLET CAMARO 1998 4.G Owners Manual

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A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t
adequately secured. This can cause
a collision,
serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The
vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or
steel cables before it is transported.
Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,
canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp
edges underneath the towed vehicle. Always use
T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots. Never use
J-hooks. They will damage drivetrain and
suspension components.
When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key
turned to the
OFF position. The steering wheel should
be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping
device designed for towing service.
Do not use the
vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transmission
should be in
NEUTRAL (N) and the parking
brake released.
Don’t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels,
unless
you must. If the vehicle must be towed on the
drive wheels, be sure to follow the speed and distance
restrictions later in this section or your transmission will
be damaged.
If these limitations must be exceeded, then
the drive wheels have to be supported on a dolly.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Attach T-hook chains to slots in frame, rearward of the
front wheels, on both sides.
NOTICE:
Do not attach winch cables or J-hooks to
suspension components when using car carrier
equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the
T-hook slots.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Rear Towing
I NOTICE:
Do not attach winch cables or J-hooks to
suspension components when using car-carrier
equipment, Always use T-hooks inserted in the
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T-hook slots. On the Camaro RS, additional care
may be required due to limited ground clearance
with front-fascia extension.
NOTICE:
Do not tow with sling-type equipment or rear
bumper valance will be damaged. Use wheel-lift
or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping
may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use
safety chains and wheel straps. 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.

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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 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 service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering and Suspension 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.
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.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect
all pipes, fittings
and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the
radiator and
air conditioning condenser. To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test
of the cooling system and
pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and fo\
r
damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace
any components that have high effort or excessive wear.
Do
not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.
Rear Axle Service
Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if
needed. See “Rear Axle” in the Index. A fluid loss may
indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it if needed.
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. Inspect other brake parts, including 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.
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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) \
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CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CHEVROLET
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
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TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
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SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO:
Helm, Incorporated EO. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
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Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
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Service Publications are available for current and past
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Headlamps .................................... 2-50
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-38
High/Low Beamchanger
...................... 2-46
OnReminder
................................ 2-50
Wiring
..................................... 6-63
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-4
Heating
........................................ 3-4
High-Beam Headlamps
.......................... 2-46
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-22
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-23
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-33
Hood Checking Things Under
......................... 6-8
Release
...................................... 6-9
Horn
......................................... 2-44
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-25
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
................... 7-33
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4- 18
Ignition Positions .............................. 2-25
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-44
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ................. 2-54
Inspections
.................................... 7-36
Brakesystem
................................ 7-36
Engine Cooling System
........................ 7-36
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-36
RearAxle
................................... 7-36
Steering
.................................... 7-36
Suspension
.................................. 7-36 Throttle System
.............................. 7-36
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-72
Brightness Control
............................ 2-52
Cleaning
.................................... 6-55
Cluster
..................................... 2-74
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-52
Jack. Tire
.................................... 5-29
Jump Starting
................................... 5-3
Key Lock Cylinders Service
..................... 7-33
Key Release Button
............................. 2-26
Keyless Entry
................................... 2-7
Keyless Entry Verification
........................ 2-21
Keys
.......................................... 2-2
Labels Certification
................................. 4-29
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-62
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-28
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-62
Lamps
........................................ 2-50
Courtesy
.................................... 2-52
Interior
..................................... 2-52
OnReminder
................................ 2-50
Last Door Closed Locking Feature
.................. 2-6
Latches. Front Seatback
........................... 1-5
Last Door Closed Locking
.................... 2-6. 2-21
Leaving
Your Vehicle ............................. 2-6
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