CHEVROLET LUMINA 1993 1.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Manual Transaxle F/uid
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.
I

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I
Service & Appearance Care
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.
m
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.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine How to Check
The proper fluid should be added if the
level does not reach the bottom of the
diaphragm when it’s
in place in the
reservoir. See the instructions on the
reservoir cap.
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 the
Index
under Engine Overheating.
The proper coolant for you1 ~ ~ ~ _et
will:
Give freezing protection c, .m to
Give boiling protection up to 262°F
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine
Let the warning lights work as they
What to Use:
Use a mixture of one-half clean water
(preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets
“GM Specification
1825-M,” which won’t damage ,
-34°F (-37°C).
(128°C).
temperature. should. aluminum
parts. You can
also use a
recycled coolant conforming to
GM
Specification 1825-M with a complete
coolant flush and refill. If you use this
mixture, you don’t need to add anything
else.
I
9
Adding only plain water to
your cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water, or some
other liquid like alcohol, can boil
before the proper coolant mix will.
Your vehicle’s coolant warning
system is set for the proper coolant
mix. With plain water or the wrong
mix, your engine could get too hot
but you wouldn’t get the overheat
warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be
burned. Use a
50/50 mix of clean
water and a proper antifreeze.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Service & Appearance Care
Engine Coolant (CONT.)
41
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

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If this light comes on, it means you’re
low on engine coolant.
To Add Coolant:
If you need more coolant, add the
proper mix
at the coolant recovery
tank.
Turning the radiator pressure
b cap when the engine and
radiator are hot can allow steam
and scalding liquids to blow out
and burn you badly. With the
coolant recovery tank, you
will
almost never have to add coolant at
the radiator. Never turn the
radiator pressure cap-even a
little-when the engine and radiator
are hot.
Add coolant mix at the recovery tank,
but be careful not to spill it.
You can be burned if you
spill coolant on hot engine
parts. Coolant contains ethylene
glycol, and it will burn
if the engine
parts are hot enough. Don’t spill
I coolant on a hot engine. I

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Service & Appearance Care
Radiator Pressure Cap
214
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.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine What to Add:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
deterrriine' what kind
of fluid to use. See
the
Index under Fluids G Lubricants.
NOTlCE I
Vhen adding power steering fluid I
r making a complete fluid changc
-1ways use the proper fluid. Failul
to
use the proper fluid can cause
leaks and damage hoses and seals
2.2L L4: Checklng Pbwer Steering Fluid
3.1 L & 3.4L V6: Checking Power
Steering
Fluid
Wjn&h@d 'Washer
To Add:
Open the cap labeled WASHER
.FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until
the bottle
is .full.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Service & Appearance Care
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.
216
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.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine p LA
If you have too much brake
fluid, it can spill on the
engine. The 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.
When your brake fluid falls
to a low
level, your brake warning light will
come
on. See the Index under Brake
System Warning Light.
What to Add When you do need brake
fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid-such as Delco Supreme
11@ (GM Part
No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid
from a sealed container only.
NOTICE I
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a modern
vehicle is complex. Its many parts have
to be of top quality and work well
together
if the vehicle is to have really
good braking. Vehicles we design and
test have top-quality
GM brake parts in
them, as your Chevrolet does when it is
new. When you replace parts of your
braking system-for example, when
your brake linings wear
down and you
have to have new ones put in-be sure
you get new genuine
GM replacement
parts. If you don’t, your brakes may no
longer work properly. For example,
if
someone puts in brake linings that are
wrong for your vehicle, the balance
between your front and rear brakes can
change, for the worse. The braking
performance you’ve come to expect can
change in many other ways
if someone
puts in the wrong replacement brake
parts.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Service & Appearance Care
I
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.