automatic transmission CHEVROLET S10 1993 2.G Owner's Manual

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intervals. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your
driving conditions.
6. FRONT WHEEL BEARING REP1 -;< (2-WHEEL DRIVE ONLY) -Clean
and repack the front wheel bearings at each brake relining, or at the
specified interval, whichever comes first.
7. TRANSMISSION SERVICE:
Automatic Transmission -Change the transmission fluid and filter \
every 15,000 miles (25
000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic.
Where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Frequent trailer pulling.
higher.
0 Uses such as taxi, police, delivery or other commercial service\
.
If the vehicle is not used mainly under any
of these conditions, change
the fluid and filter every 30,000 miles
(50 000 km). See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid” in the Index for more information.
Manual Transmission -Transmission fluid does not require periodic\

changing.
8. FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT* -Replace the fuel filter at the specified
9. SPARK PLUGS REPLACEMENT* -Replace spark plugs with the type
interval
or sooner
if clogged.
listed in Section
6. See “Specification Charts” in the Index.
10. SPARK PLUG WIRE INSPECTION* -Clean wires and inspect for b\
urns, cracks or other damage. Check the wire boot fit at the distributor and \
at
the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed.
11. ENGINE TIMING CHECK AND DISTRIBUTOR CHECK* -Adjust timing to underhood label specifications. Inspect the inside and outsid\
e of the
distributor cap and rotor for cracks, carbon tracking and corro\
sion. Clean or replace as needed.
12. FUEL TANK, CAP AND LINES INSPECTION* -Inspect the fuel tan\
k, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Remove fuel cap, inspect g\
asket for
an even filler neck imprint, and any damage. Replace parts as \
needed.
* An Emission Control Service
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Listed below are owner checks and services which would be made at th\
e
time period specified to help ensure proper safety, emission performance, and
dependability of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever \
any fluids
or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,
as shown in this section.
At Least Once a Month
Tire inflation pressure check -Check the tires for proper inflation. If they
are low, inflate them to the level specified on the Certification label. See
“Inflation-Tire Pressure” in the Index.
At Least Once a Year
Key lock cylinder lubrication -Lubricate key lock cylinders with\
one of the
lubricants recommended in this Section.
Transmission neutral or clutch start switch operation
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1 CAUTION
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If
it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. \
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1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the veh\
icle.
2. Firmly apply both the manual parking brake. and the regular brake. See
“Brakes” and “Parking Brake” in the Index.
Do not use the accelerator
pedal.
3. Be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
4. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear.
The starter should work only in
P (Park) or N (Neutral).
On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in N (Neutral), push
the clutch down halfway, and try to start the engine. The starter should
work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor.
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Steering column lock operation -While parked, try to turn the \
key to Lock
in each gear shift position.
With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when
the gear shift is in P (Park).
With manual shift, the key should turn to LOCK only when you’re in R
(Reverse).
On vehicles with a key release lever, try
to turn the key to LOCK without
pressing the lever. The key should turn to LOCK only with the key lever
depressed.
On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking brake and transmission
P (Park) mechanism operation -
CAUTION
A When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move.
You or others could be injured and property could be damaged.
Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case you begin
to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the
vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill.\

1.- )ping your foot
on the regular brake, set the manual parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running and the
transmission in
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular
brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the P (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Apply the \
regular
brake and shift to
P (Park). Release the manual parking brake, then
slowly release the regular brake.
Lap and shoulder belts condition and operation -Inspect belt sy\
stem,
including: webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, guide loop\
s and anchors. Have a belt assembly replaced
if the webbing has been cut or otherwise
damaged.
Body Lubrication Service -Lubricate all body door hinges including th\
e
tailgate, tailgate handle pivot points, and tailgate mounted spa\
re tire carrier (if equipped), lubricate the body hood, fuel door and rear compartment hinges,
latches and locks including interior glove box and console door\
s, and any
moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever pivot and\
prop rod
pivot. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive
environment.
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Scheduled Maintenance Services
Recommended FIuids & Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or \
specification may be obtained from your
GM Dealer.
USAGE FLUlD/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API Service SG
or SGICC, SG/CD, SF, SG or CC
of the recommended
viscosity. (See Section 6.)
Engine Coolant Mixture
of water and a good quality ethylene glycol base
antifreeze conforming
to GM-6038-M (GM Part No. 1052103).
Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent).
Hydraulic Brake Systems Delco Supreme 11 brake fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or
Parking Brake Cables Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGl Grade 2,
Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 10\
50017) or
Manual Steering Gear GM Lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052182) or equivalent.
Automatic Transmission DEXRONBIIE Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No.
Manual Transmission:
DOT-3).
Catagoty LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1052497).
equivalent conforming
to GM spec 9985010.
1051
RKK).
a. 5-Speed (RPO ML3 and a. DEXRONBIIE Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part
b. 5-Speed (RPO MY2) b. Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM P\
art No. 12345349).
MW1) No. 1051855).
Differential:
a. Standard - Front and
a. SAE-80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant (GM Part No.
b. Locking
b. SAE-80W-90 gear lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271).
Transfer Case DEXRONBIIE
Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No.
Column Shift, Transfer Case Chassis lubricant meeting requirement\
s of NLGI Grade 2,
Shift Lever, Propeller Shaft Slip Catagory LB or GC-LB (GM Part No.\
1052497).
Splines and Universal Joints.
Clutch Linkage. Pushrod
to Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGl Grade 2,
clutch fork joint. Catagory LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1052497).
Rear Axle 1052271).
1051 855).
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Recomm'ended Fluids & Lubricants
[Cont'cs,)
USAGE
Clutch Fork Ball Stud
Hood Latch Assembly
a. Pivots and spring anchor
b. Release Pawl
Front Wheel Bearings
Constant Velocity Universal Joint
Automatic Transmission Shift Linkage, Floor Shift Linkage,
Hood and Door Hinges, Body
Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge
.and Linkage, Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge
Key Lock Cylinders
Chassis Lubrication
Windshield Washer Solvent and
Anti-freeze Weatherstrip
Tailgate Mountea spare
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Carrier
(If Equipped)
Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points
Gas Line
Weather Strips
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FLUID/LUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGl Grade 2,
Cataaorv LB or GC-LB IGM Part No. 10524971.
a. Engine oil (GM Part
No. 1050109).
b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of GM-6031-M
Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade
2, Catagory GC or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 1051344).
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGl Grade 2,
Catagory LB
or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1052497).
Engine oil
(GM Part No. 1052497).
GM Multi-Purpose lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120) or a
synthetic light weight engine oil (SAE 5W-30).
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGl Grade 2,
Catagory LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1052497).
GM OptikIeenB washer solvent (GM Part
No. 1051515) or
equivalent.
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Silicone grease (GM Part No. 1052863) or equivalent.
Multi-purpose lubricant meeting requirements
of GM Part No. .!
123451 20.
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Gas Line De-lcer (GM Part No. 1051516).
Stxav-A-Saueek IGM Part No. 1052277).

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Section
A
Accessory Power Outlet .............. 2-53
Air Cleaner
.................................... 6-14
Air Conditioning
................... 3-6, 6-35
Fan Lever
..................................... 3-6
Function Lever
............................ 3-6
Refrigerant Capacity
................. 6-65
Temperature Lever
...................... 3-6
Antenna, Fixed Mast
................... 3-26
Antilock Brakes (See “Brakes”)
Appearance Care
.......................... 6-50
Materials
.................................... 6-56
Arbitration Program
........................ 8-3
Audio Systems
............................... 3-7
AM Radio
..................................... 3-9
AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact
Disc (CD) System
................... 3-20
AM-FM Stereo Audio System
........................ 3-1 1
AM-FM Stereo Audio System with Cassette Deck
............ >.3-13
AM-FM Stereo Audio System
with Cassette Deck and Equalizer
................................. 3-1 6
Anti-Theft System
.................... 3-23
Compact Disc Care
.................. 3-25
Automatic Transmission
............... 2-1 6
Fluid
............................................ 6-1 6
Axle
Front
........................................... 6-22
Rear
............................................ 6-2 1
A
B
Battery ........................................... 6-31
Belts (See “Safety Belts”)
Better Business Bureau Mediation
.................................... -8-3
Blizzard
.......................................... 4.53
Brakes
Adjustment
................................. 4-17
Antilock
...................................... 4-14
Fluid
........................................... 6-29
Leak Check
............................... 6-30
Master Cylinder
........................ 6-29
Parking
....................................... 2-21
Pedal Travel
.............................. 4-17
Rear Drum Brakes
................... 4-17
Replacing Parts
........................ 6-30
System Warning Light .2-66, 4-16
Trailer
......................................... 4-59
Wear Indicators
........................ 4-16
Braking
.......................................... 4-12
In Emergencies
........................ 4-17
Break-In, New Vehicle
................... 2-9
Bulb Replacement
....................... 6-31
Replacement Chart
.................. 6-63
C
Capacities and Specification
Charts
........................................ 6-61
Carbon Monoxide
... 2.26. 2.27. 4-53
Cassette Tape Player
(See “Audio Systems”)
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If You’re Stuck In Sand. Mud
Ice. or Snow
............................. 5-30
Ignition Switch ................................ 2-9
Inflation-Tire Pressure ................. 6-44
Instrument Panel ............... 2-58, 2-62
Digital Cluster ................ 2-61, 2-62
Standard Cluster ............ 2-59, 2-60
J
Jack Storage ...................... 5-17, 5-27
Jump Starting ................................. 5-3
K
Key Release Lever ....................... 2-1 1
Keys ................................................. 2-3
L
Lights ........ ................................... 2-46
Brake System Warning ............ 4-1 6
Bulb Replacement .................... 6-31
Charging System Light ............ 2-70
Check Gages Light ................... 2-71
Dome Lights ............................. 2-50
Fog Lamps ................................. 2-47
Indicator ........................ ..2-65, 2-70
Headlights (See “Headlights”)
Malfunction Indicator
.... 2-68, 6-37
Operation ................................... 2-37
Service Engine Soon ............... 6-37
Rear ............................................ 6-33
Loading Information .4-23, 6-38, 6-41
Loading Your Vehicle ........ 4-23, 6-38
Lubrication .................................... 6-35
Front Parkingnurn Signal ........ 6-32
Replacement Chart ................... 6-63
Accelerator Control System .... 6-35
Body ........................................... .- 36
Front Axle ........................ ..... 6-22
Front Suspension and
Steering Linkage
................... 6-34
Front Wheel Bearings
(Two-Wheel Drive)
................ 6-34
Tailgate Handle ......................... 6-36
Hydraulic Clutch Grease
Fitting
..................................... 6-34
Hood Latches and Hinge ........ 6-36
Lock Cylinders .......................... 6-36
Propeller Shaft Slip
SplineslUniversal Joints
....... 6-36
Rear Axle .................................. 6-21
Recommended Lubricants ...... 7-14
Transfer Case ............................ 6-21
M
Other Items ............................... 6-34
Periodic Inspections ................ 7-13
Record ....................................... 7-16
Scheduled Maintenance ............ 7-3
Underbody ................................. 6-55
Master Cylinder (See “Brakes”)
Mirrors
........................................... 2-50
Convex Outside ........................ 2-51
inside ......................................... 2-51
Outside ...................................... 2-51
Vanity ......................................... 2-52
Model Reference ............................... iii
Maintenance
0
Odometer ............................ 2-62, 2-63
Off-Road Driving (See “Driving”)
Off-Road Recovery
...................... 4-1 9
Oil .................................................... 6-9
Additives .................................... 6-13
Disposal of Used ...................... 6-14
Pressure Gage .......................... 2-69
To Check .................................. 6-10
What Kind to Use .................... 6-11
When to Add ............................ 6-10
When to Change ...................... 6-13
Owner Checks and Services ...... 7-11
P
On Hills ........................... 4-48, 4-61
Torque Lock (Automatic
Parking
Over Things That Burn
........... 2-25
Transmission) .............. 2-22, 4-50

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Tires ............................................... 6.43
Balancing
................................... 6-48
Chains
........................................ 6-49
Changing a Flat
............. 5.16, 5-21
Compact Spare
......................... 5-28
Flat
.............................................. 5-1 5
Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps
................... 5-22
Inspection and Rotation
.......... 6-44
Loading
...................................... 6-43
New
............................................ 6-46
Pressure
..................................... 6-44
Spare (See “Spare Tire”)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
. 6-47
A Trailer
...................................... 4-56
Following Distance
................... 4-60
Maintenance
.............................. 4-62
Recreational Vehicle
................. 4-54
Towing Your Vehicle
........... 4-54, 5-7
Traffic Lights
................................... 4-6
Trailer
Brakes
......................................... 4-59
Wiring Harness
.............. 2-75, 6-60
Trailering Package
........................ 6-40
Transfer Case
................................. 6-21
Electronic
................................... 2-29
Manual
....................................... 2-28
Automatic
.................................. 2-1 6
Five-Speed Manual
................... 2-1 9
Fluid
................................ 6-1 6, 6-1 9
Fluid, To Add
................. 6-18, 6-20
Four-wheel
Manual Shift Speeds
............... 2-20
Shift Light
................................. 2-20
Torque Lock (Automatic
Transmission)
.............. 2-1 8, 4-50
Underbody
Carrier
......... 5-1 9, 5-27
Towing
Transmission (See “Four-wheel Drive”) Trip
Odometer
.............................. 2-64
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
.. 2-35
Indicator
................................. 2.73
Turn SignaVLane Change
V
Vehicle
Damage Warnings
..................... 0-3
Identification Number
.............. 6-57
Loading
........................... 4.23. 6-38
Storage
...................................... 6-31
Symbols
....................................... 0-4
Ventilation System
......................... 3-3
Air Vents
...................................... 3-4
Tips
.............................................. 3-3
Voltmeter ....................................... 2-75
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W
Devices. Other ............................ 5-3
Lights. Gages. And Indicators
........... 2.65. 2-70
Alignment and Tire Balance
... 6-48
Aluminum
.................................. 6-55
Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps
................... 5-22
Nut Torque
................................ 6-61
Replacement
............................. 6-48
Used Replacement
................... 6-49
Windows
........................................ 2-31
Sliding Rear
.............................. 2-32
Swing-Out
.................................. 2-32
Windshield Washer
...................... 2-40
Washer Fluid
............................ 6-28
Winter Driving
.............................. 4-51
Wipers. Windshield 2.38. 6.54. 6-60
Blade Chatter
............................ 6-54
Blade Inserts
....... .................... 6-35
Cleaning Blades
........................ 6-54
Low Speed Delay
..................... 2-39
Warning
Wheels
9-6