Specification CHEVROLET S10 1994 2.G Owners Manual

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Section
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle . This part
begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows ho\
w to check important fluid and lubricant levels
. There is also technical information
about your vehicle. and a section devoted to its appearance care
.
Service ................................................... 6-2
Fuel
..................................................... 6-3
Engineoil
.............................................. 6-9
Aircleaner
............................................ 6-14
Automatic Transmission Fluid
............................. 6-15
Manual Transmission Fluid
............................... 6-18
Hydraulic Clutch
........................................ 6-20
RearAxle
............................................. 6-20
Transfer Case
.......................................... 6-21
FrontAxle
............................................. 6-22
Power Steering Fluid
.................................... 6-26
Windshield Washer Fluid
................................. 6-28
Checking Things Under the Hood
.............................. 6-6
Engine Coolant
......................................... 6-23
Brake Master Cylinder
................................... 6-29
Replacing Brake System Parts
................................ 6-32
Bulb Replacement
......................................... 6-33
Battery
.................................................. 6-32
Vehiclestorage
........................................... 6-32
Other Maintenance Items
.................................... 6-39
Loading Your Vehicle
...................................... 6-45
Tires
.................................................... 6-51
Appearancecare
.......................................... 6-59
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.......................... 6-68
Service Parts Identification Label
............................. 6-70
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
.................................. 6-70
Capacities and Specifications Charts
........................... 6-73
6-1

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It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to
get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm
and the vehicle must be on
level ground.
Turn
off the engine
and give the oil a
few
rninutes to drain back
into the
oil pan. If you
don’t, the oil dipstick
might not show the
actual level.
To Check Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it
back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip lower.
When to Add Oil
If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But
you must use the right kind.
This section explains what kind of oil to use.
For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
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gh 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) in
Canada and for vehicles with the cold climate option.
e Give boiling protection up to 258°F (125°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as they should.
What to Use
Use a mi,xture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 603%” or “GM Specification
6043-M ”for the 2.2L (LN2) Code 4 engine, which won’t damage
aluminum parts. You can also use
a recycled coolant conforming to “GM
Specification 603%” or “GM Specification 6043-M ”for the 2.2L (LN2)
Code 4 engine with a complete coolant flush and refill.
If you use this
mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.
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One way to tell when
it’s time for new tires
is to check the
treadwear indicators,
which will appear
when your tires have
only
2/32 inch (1.6
mm) or less of tread
remaining.
You need a new tire if
You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.
0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show
cord or fabric.
0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be re\
paired well
because of the
size or location of the damage.
Buying New Tires
To find out what kmd and size of tires you need, look at the
Certificatioflire label.
The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance
Criteria Specification (PC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you
get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way, your
vehicle will continue to have tires that
are designed to give proper
endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other thin\
gs during
normal service on your vehicle.
If your tires have an all-season tread
design, the TPC number will be followed by a
“MS” (for mud and snow).
If you ever replace your tires with those not having a
TPC Spec number,
make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction
type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.

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The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help
you identify your engine, specifications, and replacement
parts.
2
CD
cv
c3
I-
1-
I
I
I_
I- II ~ 8"
IJ
4- 1 Q
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Replacement Parts
Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest
information available at the time of printing,
and are subject to change. If a
part listed
in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle
when it
was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM
truck dealer.
Engine Identification
Engine
Type
VZN Code
Fuel Systems
Emissions
2.2L
L4
4
MPI* LD
*Multi-Port Fuel Injection
**Throttle-Body Fuel Injection
***Central-Port Fuel Injection
Wheel Nut Torque
DESCRIPTION
Base or Optional Wheel
Cooling System Capacity
ENGINE VIN
2.2L 4 4.3L
Z
4.3L w
4.3L
V6
Z
TBI**
LD
4.3L
V6
W
CPI* * *
LD
TORQUE
35 ft. lbs. (130 Nom)
QUANTITY*
11.5 Quarts (1 1 Liters)
12.1 Quarts (11.5 Liters)
12.1 Quarts (11.5 Liters)
*All quantities are approximate. After refill, the level
MUST be rechecked.
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Below are explanations of the services listed in the maintenance charts.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed
in this section. Make sure
whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be \
replaced and
all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
1. ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE* - ALWAYS USE
API SERVICE SH OR SG ENERGY CONSERVING I1 OILS
OF THE
PROPER VISCOSITY. The “SH” or
“SG’ designation may be shown
alone or in combination with others, such as “SWCD”, or
“SH, SG,
CD,” or “SGKD”, etc. To determine the preferred viscosity oil for your
vehicle’s engine (e.g. SAE 5W-30), see “Engine
Oil” in the Index.
2. CHASSIS LUBRICATION - Lubricate the front suspension, ball
joint, steering linkage, and transfer case shift linkage, parking brake\

cable guides, propshaft splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs,
and clutch pedal springs at the intervals specified on the proper
maintenance schedule, or at every engine oil change, whichever comes
first
.
Ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10°F
(-12°C) or higher. When the weather is cold, let them warm up before
lubricating them or they could be damaged.
Also, be sure
to check all the vehicle fluid levels at this time.
3.
COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE* - Drain, flush and refill the
system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to “\
GM
Specification 6038-M” (4.3L engine) or “GM Specification 6043-M”
(2.2L engine). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for the proper coolant
and mixture to use in your vehicle.
Also inspect the hoses and replace them if they are cracked, \
swollen, or
deteriorated. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning
condenser. Wash the radiator neck. To ensure proper operation,
pressure test the radiator and cap.
4. AIR CLEANER FILTER REPLACEMENT* - Replace at
specified intervals. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement
intervals for your driving conditions.
5. FRONT WHEEL BEARING REPACK (%WHEEL DRIVE
ONLY) - Clean and repack the front wheel bearings at each brake
relining, or at the specified interval, whichever comes first.
*An Emission Control Service
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Automatic Transmission
- Change the transmission fluid and filter
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km) he vehicle is mainly driven under
one or more of these conditions:
0 In heavy city traffic.
0 Where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
0 In hilly or mountainous terrain.
0 Frequent trailer pulling. higher.
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 - Transrnission fluid does not require periodic
changing.
specified interval or sooner if clogged.
7. FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT* - Replace the fuel filter at the
8. SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT*$ - Replace spark plugs with the
type listed
in Section 6. Spark plugs (AC908) for the 2.2L Engine (VIN
Code 4) should be replaced every 100,000 miles (166 000 kilometers).
Spark plugs (.CR43TSM) for the 4.3L engines
(VIN Codes W and Z)
should be replaced every 30,000 miles (50 000 kilometers). See
‘‘Specification Charts” in the Index.
9. SPARK PLUG WIRE INSPECTION* - Clean wires and inspect
for burns, cracks or other damage. Check the wire boot fit at the
distributor and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed.
Adjust timing to underhood label specifications. Inspect the ins\
ide and outside
of the distributor cap and rotor for cracks, carbon tracking and
corrosion. Clean or replace as needed.
10. ENGINE TIMING CHECK AND DISTRIBUTOR CHECK*$ -
*An Emission Control Service
$=The California Air Resources Board has detennined that the fa\
ilure to
perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission war\
ranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion
of vehicle usefui life. General
Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services \
be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be rec\
orded.
7-8

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NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or
specification may be obtained
from your GM Dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant Hydraulic Clutch System
Hydraulic Brake Systems
Power Steering System
Manual Steering Gear Automatic Transmission
Manual
Iransrmssu
a. 5-Speed (2.2L Engine)
b. 5-Speed (4.3L Engine)
FLUIDLUBRICANT
API service SH or SG Energy Conserving I1
oils of the proper viscosity. The “SH” or
“SG’designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as “SH/CD”,
or “SH, SG, CD,” or “SGKD”, etc. To
determine the preferred viscosity oil for your
vehicle’s engine (e.g. SAE 5W-30). See
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
Mixture of water and a good quality ethylene
glycol base antifreeze conforming to
GM-6038-M (4.3L) or GM-6043-M (2.2L)
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part
No.
12345347 or equivalent).
Delco Supreme
11 brake fluid (GM Part No.
1052535 or DOT-3).
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No.
1050017) or equivalent conforming to GM
spec 9985010.
GM Lubricant (GM Part No. 1052182) or
equivalent. DEXRON@-III (perferred) or
DEXRON@-IIE Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
a. DEXRON@-IIE Automatic Transmission
Fluid (GM Part No. 1051855).
b. Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM
Part
No. 12345349).
Differential: a. Standard
- Front and a. SAE-8OW-90 GL-5 gear lubricant (GM
Rear Axle Part No. 1052271).
b. Locking b. SAE-SOW-90 gear lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052271).
DEXRON@-IIE Automatic Transmission
Fluid (GM Part No.
1051855).
Transfer Case
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Braking
......................................................... 4-5
InEmergencies
................................................ 4-8
Break.In. New Vehicle
............................................ 2-9
Bulb Replacement
............................................... 6-33
Replacement Chart
............................................ 6-78
C
Capacities and Specification Charts .................................. 6-73
CarbonMonoxide
.......................................... 2.25, 2.26
Cassette Tape Player (see “Audio Systems”
)
Catalytic Converter .............................................. 6-44
Certif“lcation/Tire Label
........................................... 6-52
Changing a Flat Tire
............................................. .5.20.
Chemical Paint Spotting
........................................... 6-67
Child Restraints (See “Safety Belts”)
CHMSLFeedWire
.............................................. 2-67
Cigarette LightedAshtray
......................................... 2-52
Circuit Breakers (See “Fuses”)
Cleaning
Finishcare
.................................................. 6-65
Glass
....................................................... 6-64
Inside
of Vehicle .............................................. 6-60
Instrument Panel. Top
.......................................... 6-63
Outside
of Vehicle ............................................. 6-64
Special Problems
......................................... 6-62. 6-66
Vinyl or Leather
.............................................. 6-63
Wheels and Tires
.............................................. 6-65
Windshield
.................................................. 6-64
AMRadio
.................................................... 3-7
AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc (CD) System
................... 3-17
AM-FM Stereo Audio System
.................................... 3-8
AM-FM Stereo Audio System with Cassette Deck ................... 3-10
AM-FM Stereo Audio System with Cassette Deck and Equalizer
........ 3-13
Comfort Controls
................................................. 3-2
Conversion to Chassis Cab
........................................ 6-50
Coolant
(See “Engine”)
Cooling System Capacity
.......................................... 6-73
CruiseControl
.................................................. 2-39
Increasespeed
............................................... 2-42
OnHills
..................................................... 2-43
Passing
..................................................... 2-43
Reducespeed
................................................ 2-43
Resume
..................................................... 2-41
Set .......................................................... 2-40
ToGetOutOf
................................................ 2-44
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired
................. 8-3
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
..................................... 8-2
Clock
.......................................................... 3-8
Crankcase Capacity
.............................................. 6-74