overheating CHEVROLET S10 1996 2.G Owners Manual

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This gage shows the engine
coolant temperature.
If
the gage pointer moves into
the red area, your engine is
260 too hot!
TEMP
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Service Engine Soon Light)
Your vehicle is equipped
with a computer which
monitors operation of the
fuel, ignition and emission
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
control systems.
It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you
have been operating your vehicle under normal driving
conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your
vehicle and turn off
the engine as soon as possible.
In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows you
what
to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. This
system is called
OBD I1 (On-Board
Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended
to assure
that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the
vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
(In
Canada, OBD I1 is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.)
The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to
indicate that there is a problem and service
is required.
Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before
any problem is apparent, which may prevent more serious
damage to your vehicle. This system
is also designed to
assist your service technician
in correctly diagnosing
any malfunction.
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When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra
wiring and a heavy-duty turn signal flasher (included
in
the optional trailering package).
The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers
behind
you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s
important
to check occasionally to be sure the trailer
bulbs are still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift
down,
you might have to use your brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well, On
a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
speed to around
45 mph (70 kdh) to reduce the
possibility of engine
and transmission overheating.
If you have an automatic transmission, you should use
DRIVE (D) when towing a trailer. Operating your
vehicle in DRIVE (D) when towing a trailer will
minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your
transmission. Or, if you have a manual transmission, it’s
better not to use FIFTH
(5), just drive in FOURTH (4)
(or, as you need to, a lower gear).
When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades,
consider the following: Engine coolant will boil
at a
lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If you turn
your engine off immediately after towing at high altitude
on steep
uphill grades, your vehicle may show signs
similar to engine overheating. To avoid this, let the
engine run while parked (preferably on level ground)
with the automatic transmission in PARK
(P) (or the
manual transmission out of gear and the parking brake
applied) for
a few minutes before turning the engine off.
If you do get the overheat warning, see “Engine
Overheating’’
in the Index.
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You will find a coolant temperature gage on your
vehicle’s instrument panel.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
Steam from an overheated engine can burn you
badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away
from the engine if you see or hear steam coming
from it. Just turn it
off and get everyone away
from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until
there is
no sign of steam or coolant before
opening the hood.
If you keep driving when your engine is
overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or
others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if
it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the
engine is cool.
I NOTICE:
If your engine catches fire because you keep
driving with
no coolant, your vehicle can be
badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be
covered by your warranty.
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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 cooling system in your vehicle is filled with new
DEX-COOL R’l (orange-colored, silicate-free) engine
coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your
vehicle for
5 years or 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km),
whichever occurs first.
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.
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NOTICE: - ~ I
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to
prevent coolant
loss and possible engine damage
from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the overflow tube on the radiator
filler neck.
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.
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hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in
the hook
slot.
7. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly
onto the windshield.
Tires
We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with
high-quality tires made
by a leading tire manufacturer.
If you ever have questions about your tire warranty
and where to obtain service, see
your warranty booklet
for details.
I A CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are
dangerous.
0 Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much friction.
You could have an air-out and a serious
accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in
the Index.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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Underinflated tires pose the same danger as
overloaded tires. The resulting accident
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
when your tires are cold.
Overinflated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact
-- such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
If your
tread is badly worn,
or if your tires have
been damaged, replace them.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Compact Disc Player ............................ 3- I2
Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-32
Control of
a Vehicle .............................. 4-5
Convex Outside Mirror
.......................... 2-44
Coolant
............................. 5- 13.6.24. 6.68
Coolant Heater. Engine .......................... 2- I3
Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-6
Cruise Control ................................. 2-36
Customer Assistance Information
................... 8-1
Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8- 1
Damage. Finish/Sheet Metal ..................... 6-59
Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-40
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light
............ 2-61
Dead Battery
................................... 5-2
Defects. Reporting Safety ......................... 8-8
Defensive Driving ............................... 4- I
Defrosting .................................... 3-5
Delco LOC 11' ................................. 3- 14
Dimensions. Vehicle
............................ 6-69
DomeLamp ................................... 2-42
Door Locks
....................................... 2-3
StoragePocket
............................... 2-44
Drive. Automatic Transmission
.................... 2- 16
DriverPosition ................................. 1-12
Driving
........................................ 4-1
City ........................................ 4-32
Defensive
.................................... 4-1
Drunken ..................................... 4-2
Foreign Countries
.............................. 6-4 Freeway
.................................... 4-33
Guidelines
.................................. 4-13
Hill and Mountain Roads
....................... 4-35
InaBlizzard
................................. 4-39
Night
...................................... 4-28
Off-Road
................................... 4-13
OnCurves
................................... 4-8
Rainy Conditions
............................. 4-29
Snowy and Icy Conditions
...................... 4-37
Throughwater
............................... 4-31
WetRoads
.................................. 4-29
Winter
...................................... 4-37
With
a Trailer ................................ 4-52
DrunkenDriving
................................ 4-2
Driving
On Grades While Towing
a Trailer ........... 4-54
Easy Entry Seat
................................ 1-6
Electrical Equipment. Adding ................ 3-1.7, 6-62
Electrical System
............................... 6-62
Capacities
................................... 6-68
Coolant ................................ 5- 13. 6-24
Coolant Heater ............................... 2-13
Coolant Level Check
.......................... 7-47
Coolant Temperature Gage
..................... 2-57
Exhaust
..................................... 2-30
Identification ................................ 6-61
OilLevelCheck
.............................. 7-47
Overheating
................................. 5-11
Specifications ................................ 6-66
Type ........................................ 6-66
Engine
........................................ 6-8
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Neutral Automatic Transmission
....................... 2- 16
Manual Transmission .......................... 2- 18
New Vehicle “Break-In” .......................... 2-8
Nightvision
................................... 4-2 8
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............. 6-47
Odometer
.................................... 2-52
Off-Road Driving
.............................. 4- 13
Off-Road Recovery ............................. 4- IO
Oil. Engine .................................... 6-10
Ordering Service and Owner Publications
............. 8-9
ManualAdjust ............................... 2-43
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-43
Convex
..................................... 2-44
Overdrive, Automatic Transmission
................ 2- 16
Overheating Engine
............................. 5- 1 I
Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-47
Owner Publications, Ordering
...................... 8-9
Outside
Mirror On
Hills with a Trailer ......................... 4-55
Over Things That
Burn ........................ 2-29
With
a Trailer ................................ 4-55
Your Vehicle. Manual Transmission
.............. 2-29
Parts. Replacement .............................. 6-67
Passing
....................................... 4-11
Payload
....................................... 4-44
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-51
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab
................. 4-47
Power Accessory Outlet
............................. 2-47
DoorLocks
................................... 2-4
Option Fuses
................................ 6-62 /
Remote Control Mirror ........................ 2-43
Steering
..................................... 4-8
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-29
Windows ................................... 2-31
Pregnancy, Use
of Safety Belts .................... 1-24
Problems on the Road
............................ 5-1
Publications, Service and Owner .................... 8-9
..................................... Paint Spotting. Chemical 6-59
Park
Automatic Transmission 2- 14
Shifting Into 2-26
Shifting Out
of 2-28
AtNight 2-7
Brake
2- 25
Brake Mechanism Check 7-50 Radiator
5-18
. Radiator Pressure Cap ........................... 6-28
Radio Reception 3-16
Radios
3-5
Rain. Driving 4-29
Rear
Axle 2-19, 6-21
Seatpassengers 1-27
Towing
5-10
Rearview Mirror 2-43
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