CHEVROLET S10 1993 2.G Owners Manual

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If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add
some lubricant.
If the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to
raise the level
to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch
(12 mm) below the filler plug hole.
What to Use:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to
use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.\

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, see “Engine
Overheating’’ in the Index.
The proper coolant
for your vehicle will:
Give freezing protection down to -20°F (-29°C) or -34°F (-37°C) for
Give boiling protection up to 258°F (125°C).
Canadian vehicles and vehicles with the cold climate option.
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep
the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as they should.
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What to Use:
Use a mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and antifreeze that meets
“GM Specification 6038-M,” which won’t damage aluminum parts. Also use
GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) with
a complete coolant change. If
you use these, you don’t need to add anything else.
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Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
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
- Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the
II a 50/50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze.
NOTICE
J use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be
badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warrant\
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much water
in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, hea
core and other
part
Some conditions, such as air trapped in the cooling system, can affect the
coolant level in the radiator. Check the coolant level when th\
e engine is cold
and follow the steps under “Adding Coolant” for the prope\
r way to add
coolant.
If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer
check your cooling system.
’‘ you use the proper coolant, you don’t have to add extra inhibitors c-
auditives which claim to improve the system. These can be harmful. ~ ~~~~~
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To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at
ADD, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to
FULL HOT, or a little higher.
To Add Coolant: If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the
coolant recovery tank.
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Turning the radiator pressure 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.
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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 coolant on a hot engine.
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Radiator Pressure Cap
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When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended.
See “Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations” in the Index.
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.
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How To Check Power Steering Fluid:
Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Repla\
ce 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, the level should be at the HOT
When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be at the FULL
mark.
COLD mark.
What to Add:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use.
See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
NOTICE
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Windshield Washer Fluid
To Add:
Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the
bottle
is full.
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Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid.
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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.
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. I
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake
fluid. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” in the Index.
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To Check Brake Fluid:
You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the
windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levels should be above
MIN. If
they aren’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak.
After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure t\
he levels are above
MIN and below the top of each window.
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.
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 vehicle 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.
Fluid Leak Check
After the vehicle has been parked for a while, inspect the su\
rface under the
vehicle for water, oil, fuel or other fluids. Water dripping from the air
conditioning system after
it has been used is normal. If you notice fuel leaks
or fumes, the causes should be found and corrected at once.
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Every new GM vehicle 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 sho\
wn on the
original battery’s label.
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.
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explod\
e. Yo1
can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the
Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hur\
t.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage
periods. For more information, contact your dealer’s service \
department, or
write
to:
Adistra Corporation
171 Hamilton Street
Plymouth, MI 48170
General Motors of Canada, Limited
Customer Services Department
Oshawa, Ontario LIJ
526 Canada
In
Canada, write to:
Bulb Replacement
Halogen Bulbs
CAUTION
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Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if y~u drop
or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take special care
when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs.
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Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that a
engine isn’t running.
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Headlights
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1. Remove the four screws from the headlight retainer.
2. Pull the headlight out and remove the retainer.
3. Unplug the headlight.
4. Plug in the new bulb and put it in place.
5. Install the retainer to the headlight.
6. Install the screws.
Front ParkingfTurn Signal Lights
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1. Reach under and behind the parkingkurn signal light assembly.
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