light CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1993 Owners Manual

Exhaust System
To help prevent damage to your exhaust system, do not continue to drive
your vehicle
if you notice:
Engine misfiring
Loss of performance
Other unusual operating conditions
Have your engine and exhaust system serviced regularly.
Three- Way Catalytic Converter
Your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converter is designed to reduce the
pollutants in your vehicle’s exhaust. Use only unleaded fuel in your vehic\
le. If
you use leaded fuel, you could damage your three-way catalytic \
converter,
and other engine components.
Computer Command Control System
This system has an oxygen (OS) sensor that helps keep your engine’s
air-fuel mixture at a proper level. Use only unleaded fuel in your vehicle.
If
you use leaded fuel, you could damage your oxygen (OS) sensor and
three-way catalytic converter.
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(SERVICE ENGINE SOON) on your
instrument panel lets you know when your emission control syste\
m needs
service. The light will come on briefly when you start your e\
ngine to let you know that the system
is working. If it does not come on when you start your
engine, or
if it comes on and stays on while you’re driving your system may \
need service. Your vehicle should still be driveable, but you should have your
system serviced right away.
Secondary Air Injection (AIR) System
You may have this system. It lets you know if your engine control module,
wiring harness or solenoid need service.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Service Englne Soon) comes on, you need service.
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I CAUTION I
A Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on
your vehicle can be dangerous.
It could affect the braking and
handling
of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose
control. You could have an collision in which you or others could be
injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel
bolts, and wheel nuts
for replacement.
I
I
I The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometerlodometer calibration, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle
ground clearance, and tire
or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis.
A Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can't know
how it's been used or how many miles it's been driven. It could fail
suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use
a new GM original equipment wheel,
I
Tire Chains
rNOTICE 'If put vehicle has LT265/75R16 size tires, don't use tire chams; they i can!
damage your vehicle.
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Service & Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehjcle
Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt\
. Wipe vinyl with
a clean, damp cloth.
Your GM dealer has
two GM cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type
powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very \
well.
Here are some cleaning tips:
Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Clean up stains as soon as you can-before they set.
Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft
brush may be used
if stains are stubborn.
Use solvent-type cleaners in a well ventilated area only. If you use them,
don’t saturate the stained area.
If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immedi\
ately or it
will set.
Using Foam-Type CIeaner on Fabric
Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt.
Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along
stitch or welt lines.
Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on t\
he
Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
container label.
Don’t saturate the material.
Don’t rub
it roughly.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the
suds.
Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge.
Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth.
Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hair dryer or a heat lamp.
NOTICE I
Be careful with a hair dryer or heat lamp. You could scorch the fabric
Wipe with a clean cloth.
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Using Solvent-Type CIeaner on Fabric
First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and
stains will clean
off better with just water and mild soap.
If you need to use it, then:
Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife
or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths
(preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside \
of the stain,
“feathering” toward the center. Keep changing
to a clean section of the
cloth
.
When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with an air
hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp
to help prevent a cleaning ring. (See
previous NOTICE.)
Fabric Profection
Your vehicle has upholstery that has been treated with ScotchgardTM \
Fabric
Protector, a
3M product. ScotchgardTM protects fabrics by repelling oil and
water, which are the carriers
of most stains. Even with this protection, you
still need
to clean your upholstery often to keep it looking new.
Further information on cleaning is available by calling
1-800-433-3296 (in
Minnesota,
1-800-642-61 67).
Special Cleaning Problems
Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee
with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax c\
rayon, tar
and asp ha1
t .
Carefully scrape off excess stain.
Then follow the solvent-type instructions above.
Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle
seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be c\
areful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them
to bleed.
Non-Greasy Stains: Like catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk,
soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood.
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the place with cool water.
If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions above.
If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a
watedbaking soda solution:
1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup
(250 ml) of lukewarm water.
Finally, if needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.
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Service & Appearance Care
Specification Charts
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
Liter VIN Fuel Produced
Displacement Type Engine Code System BY Emissions
5.7 V8 K TB I U.S., Can.
7.4 V8 N TB I us.
*
*
*Light Duty Emissions with 8500 GVWR and below or:
Heavy Duty Emissions with 8501 GVWR and
above.
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Wheel Nut Torque
MODEL DESCRIPTION TORQUE
C 1500 5 bolts (14mm) 120 ft. Ibs. (1 60 Nmm)
K 1500, C-K 2500 6 bolts (1 4mm) 120 ft. Ibs. (160
N-m)
C-K 2500 8 bolts (14mm) 120 ft. Ibs. (160 Nem)
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Cooling System Capacity
VIN QUANTITY*
ENGINE CODE Without NC With AIC
5.7L K 17.5 Quarts (16.5 Liters)
18 Quarts (1 7 Liters)
7.4- N 23 Quarts
(22 Liters) 25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
*All quantities are approximate.
*After refill, the level
MUST be checked as outlined under “Engine Cooling
System” in Section
5.
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Name
Gages
Turn-BIU EMCIIgn
Inj.
A
Brake
AC/Htr
ctsy
Park LP
P. Lps
StopiHaz.
Wiper Radio
Acc/lgn.
AcdBatt. Crank 4WD
DRL
RR Wpr
TIG Re1
Circuits Protected
Cruise Control, 4 WD Display Illum. Rear
Window Defogger Timer, Aux. Batt. Relay Feed, Safety Belt Buzzer Timer, Cluster
Ign. Feed
Back-up Lamps, Turn Signals
T.C.C., Air Diverter, E.S.C.,
E.G.R., E.C.M.
Ign., R.W.A.L. Brake Switch
Throttle Body Injectors
A.B.S., Cluster-Speed0
H.V.A.C.
4 WD, Aux. Batt. Relay
Dome Lamp, Ctsy. and Glove Box Lps.
(TR-9), Radio (Memory-Clock)
Horn Relay, Horn Feed, Park Lamps C49 SW Illum., Headlamp
“On” Warning,
Radio Illum., H.V.A.C. Illum.
Haz. Flasher, Seat Belt Buzzer, Stop
Lmps., A.B.S. Memory
Windshield Wiper, Washer
Radio Feed
Pwr. Windows
Door Locks, Rear Window Defogger Crank, Discreet
Four Wheel Drive
Daytime Running Lights
Rear Window Wiperwasher
Cigar Lighter, Rear Hatch Release
Fuse
20 Amp
15 Amp
10 Amp
10 Amp
15 Amp
25
Amp
20 Amp
20 Amp
5 Amp
15 Amp
25 Amp
10 Amp
5 Amp
25 Amp
15 Amp
25 Amp
25 Amp
Circuit
Breaker
30 Amp
30 Amp
An inline fuse is used for the underhood lamp
Jo not use fuses of higher amperage than those recommended above.
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Service & Appearance Care
Light Bulb Data
Lamp or Bulb
6052
Headlamps: 2 Headlamp System
Exterior Liqhts:
Trade No.
Haloaen (Opt.) H6054
Headlamps: 4 Headlamp System
9005
(Composite) 9006
Interior Lights:
Dome Lamps 21
1-2
I Readina Lamps I 211-2
Roof Console Lamps
1 94
Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp 1
94
Four Wheel Drive Shift Lever 161
Four Wheel Drive Indicator 194
, Heater or
NC Control Lamp 1003
, Courtesy Lamp
168
1 Ashtray Lamp I 194
Malfunction Indicator (“Service Engine
-
Soon”)
*Suburban only tCanadian Vehicles only
74
Upshift Indicator 74
Power Rating
55/65 121
35/65
2
65
2
1 Candle Power
,,.,I
32-2
11
10
12 2
XI
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Scheduled Mainfenance Services
Section
This section covers the maintenance required for your General Motors \
vehicle.
Your vehicle needs these services
to retain it’s safety, dependability, and
emission control performance.
A Word About Maintenance ........................................................................\
......... 7-3
Your Vehicle and the Environment
...................................................................... 7-3
Recording Maintenance Services
........................................................................\
. 7-3
Scheduled Maintenance Services
........................................................................\
7-4
Selecting The Proper Maintenance Services ............................................... 7-4
Gasoline Engines with Light Duty Emissions- Maintenance Schedule
I ........................................................................\
.... 7-6
Gasoline Engines with Light Duty Emissions- Maintenance Schedule
II ........................................................................\
... 7-8
Gasoline Engines with Heavy Duty Emissions- Maintenance Schedule
I ........................................................................\
.. 7-1 C
Gasoline Engines with Heavy Duty Emissions- Maintenance Schedule
II ........................................................................\
. 7-1 2
6.2L and 6.5L Diesel Engines-
Maintenance Schedule
I ........................................................................\
.. 7-1 4
6.2L and 6.5L Diesel Engines- Maintenance Schedule
II ........................................................................\
. 7-1 6
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Scheduled Maintenance Services
GASOLINE ENGINES WITH LIGHT DUTY EMISSIONS-
FOOTNOTES:
**See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” in this section.
*An
Emission Control Service
tTo determine the emissions classification of your engine refer to “Selecting the
Proper Maintenance Chart” in this section.
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Scheduled Maintenance Services
GASOLINE ENGINES WITH LIGHT DUTY EMISSIONS-
If your driving conditions meet those specified in “Scheduled Ma\
intenancc
Services” in this section, use Maintenance Schedule
I (t).
Item Miles (000) 3 6 7.5 9 12 15 18
No. Service Kilometers (000) 5 10 12.5 15 20 25 30
1 Engine Oil Change*-Every 12 Months, or e
Oil Filter Change*-Every 12 Months, or e
2 Chassis Lubrication-Every 12 Months, or e
3 Clutch Fork Ball Stud Lubrication
5 Cooling System Service*-Every 24
6 Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* Months
or
7 Front Wheel Bearing Repack
8 Transmission Service**
25 Drive Axle Service**
26 Brake Systems Inspection**
FOOTNOTES:
**See “Explanation
of Scheduled Maintenance Services” in this section.
*An Emission Control Service
tTo determine the emissions classification of your engine refer to “Selecting
the
Proper Maintenance Chart”
in this section.
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