power steering fluid CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1994 Owners Manual

Service & Appearance
I Section
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle . This section
begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check
important fluid and lubricant levels
. There is also technical information
about your vehicle. and a section devoted to its appearance care
.
Service ................................................... 6-3
Fuel (Gasoline Engines)
............................
Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System ..........
Checking Things Under the Hood ........... .....
........ 6-4
.......... 6-5
......... 6-14
HoodRelease
.......................................... 6-14
Cleaning Your Diesel Engine
............................ 6-15
Engine Oil (Except Diesel)
................................ 6-16
Engine Oil (Diesel Engines)
............................... 6-22
Aircleaner
.................... .................. 6-27 ..
Automatic Transmission Fluid ............................. 6-28
Manual Transmission Fluid
............................... 6-31
Hydraulic Clutch
........................................ 6-32
RearAxle
............................................. 6-33
Transfer Case
.......................................... 6-34
FrontAxle
........................................... 6-35
Engine Coolant
......................................... 6-35
Power Steering Fluid
.............. .................. 640
Windshield Washer Fluid
............................... 6-42
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Surge Tank Pressure Cap- Diesel Engines
The surge tank
pressure cap must be
tightly installed with
the arrows
on the cap
lined up with the top
tube
of the coolant
surge tank.
NOTICE:
Your surge tank pressure cap 1s a unique 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap for use with surge tank cooling systems only.
It 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 top tube
of the coolant surge tank.
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.
Power Steering Fluid
I NOTICE:
Always turn the engine off before checking or adding power
steering
fluid. The power steering pump cap is close to the fan
and other moving parts.
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How To Check Power Steering Fluid
l
Unscrew the cap and
wipe the dipstick with
a clean rag. Replace
the cap and
completely tighten it.
Then remove the cap
again and look
at the
fluid level on the
dipstick.
0 When the engine
compartment is
hot, the level
should
be at the
FULL mark.
When the engine
compartment is
cool, the
level
should be at the
FULL COLD
mark.
Whaf fo Add
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use.
See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
NOTICE:
When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid
change, always
use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper
fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and
seals.
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Hydro-Boost Brake System (Hydraulic Pump)
The power steering pump is also used as the Hydro-boost pump. Refer to
“Power Steering System” in this section when checking fluid level
or
adding fluid.
Windshield Washer Fluid
To Add
Open the cap labeled
“WASHER
FLUID
ONLY.” Add washer
fluid until the bottle is
full.
~ NOTICE:
0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.
Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can
cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid
tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water
doesn’t clean as well
as washer fluid.
Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold.
This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank
if it is
completely full.
Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It
can damage your washer system and paint.
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Lap and Shoulder Belts Condition and Operation - Inspect belt system,
including webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, guide loops\
and
anchors. Have
a belt assembly replaced if the webbing has been cut or
otherwise damaged.
Body Lubrication Service - Lubricate all body door hinges with engine
oil.
Also lubricate the tailgate, tailgate handle pivot points, and tailgate
mounted spare tire carrier (if equipped). Lubricate the body hood,
fuel door
and rear compartment hinges, latches and locks including interior glove box
and console doors, and any folding seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety
lever pivot and prop rod pivot. More frequent lubrication may be required
when exposed to
a corrosive environment.
Periodic Maintenance Inspections - Listed below are inspections and
services which should be performed at least twice
a year (for instance each
spring or fall). You should let your
GM dealer’s service department or other
qualified service center do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Steering and Suspension Inspection? - Inspect front and rear suspension
and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs
of wear or
lack of lubrication. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Lubricate the steering linkage.
Accelerator Control System - On gasoline engines, lubricate the pivot at
the
TBI throttle lever stud with engine oil. Do not oil any accelerator or
cruise control cables. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive
wear.
Exhaust System Inspection - Inspect the complete system including the
three-way catalytic converter. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system.
Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts,
as well as,
open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause
a heat buildup
in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes seep into the
passenger compartments.
Drive Axle Service? - Check readfront axle tluid level and add as needed,
Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection+ - Every 12 months or at
oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant
when necessary. Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control
linkage. Check
vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation.
More frequent lubrication may be required on heavy-duty or off-road use.
?A fluid loss in these systems may indicate a problem. Have them inspected
and repaired at once.
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Recommended FIuids & Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or
specification may
be obtained from your GM Dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil - Gasoline
Engines
Engine Oil
- Diesel Engines
Engine Coolant Hydraulic Clutch System
Hydraulic Brake Systems Parking Brake Cables
Power Steering System Automatic Transmission
FLUIDLUBRICANT
API service SH or SG Energy
Conserving
I1 oils of the recommended
viscosity. The
“SH” designation may be
shown alone or
in combination with
others, such as “SH/CD,”
“SH, SG,
CD,”“SG/CD,” etc. To determine the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, see “Engine Oil”
in the Index.
API service CF4SH. The “CF4SH”
designation may be shown alone or
in
combination with others, such as
“CF-4/SG,” “CE/SH” or “CE/SG,” etc.
The designation may also be listed
in
reverse order, such as “SH/CF-4.” To
determine the preferred viscosity for
your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil”
in the Index.
Mixture
of water and a good quality
ethylene glycol base antifreeze
conforming to “GM Specification
6038-M” (GM Part
No. 1052753), or
approved recycled coolant conforming to
“GM Specification 6038-M” with a
complete coolant flush and refill.
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
(GM Part No.
12345347 or equivalent).
Delco Supreme
11 @ brake fluid (GM
Part
No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3
brake fluid).
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No.
12346003 or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
GM
Power Steering Fluid (GM Part
No. 10500 17 or equivalent) conforming
to “GM Specification
99850 10.”
DEXRON~ TTI or DEXRON~ IIE
Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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FanNoise ...................................................... 5-24
Filter Replacement Chart .......................................... 6-83
Finish Care
........................................................ 6-69
Damage
..................................................... 6-76
Automatic Transmission
........................................ 6-28
Brake
....................................................... 6-44
Capacities ................................................... 6-82
Coolant
..................................................... 5-11
FrontAxle ................................................... 6-35
Hydraulicclutch
.............................................. 6-33
Leakcheck .................................................. 6-48
ManualTransmission
.......................................... 6-31
Power Steering
............................................... 6-40
Radiator
..................................................... 5-16
Rear Axle ................................................... 6-34
Recommended Fluids
.......................................... 7-25
Transfer Case
........................................... 2-33, 6-34
Windshield Washer
....................................... 2-41, 6-42
Four-wheel Drive
.......................................... 2-32, 6-34
Transfer Case
........................................... 2-33, 6-34
FrontAxle
................................................... 6-35
Fuel
........................................................... 6-4
FillingYourTank ............................................. 6-12
Foreign Countries
............................................. 6-12
Gage
....................................................... 2-74
Gasolines for Cleaner
Air ........................................ 6-5
Tankcapacity
................................................ 6-82
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
................................... 6-56, 6-85
FuseBlock
.................................................. 6-57
Headlights
................................................... 6-56
Power Windows
and Other Power Options ......................... 6-57
Trailer Wiring Harness
......................................... 6-57
Windshield Wipers
............................................ 6-56
Fluid
G
Gages ......................................................... 2-74
Coolant Temperature Gage
...................................... 2-75
FuelGage
................................................... 2-74
Odometer
................................................... 2-65
Oil Pressure Gage ............................................. 2-76
Speedometer
................................................. 2-67
Tachometer
.................................................. 2-66
Trip Odometer
................................................ 2-65
Voltmeter
.................................................... 2-77
GloveBox
..................................................... 2-56
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Odometer ...................................................... 2-65
Off-Road Driving (See "Driving")
Oil
...................................................... 6-16.6-22
Additives
............................................... 6-21, 6-26
Off-Road Recovery
........................................... 4-23
Disposal
of Used ......................................... 6-2 I, 6-26
Pressure Gage
................................................ 2-76
ToCheck
............................................... 6-16.6-22
What Kind to
Use ........................................ 6-17. 6-24
Whe~ltoAdd ............................................ 6-16, 6-23
Whentochange
......................................... 6-21. 6-26
Owner Checks and Services
........................................ 7-22
Parking Over Things That Burn
......................................... 2-27
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
....................... 2-27 . 4-52
Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)
.............................. 2-30
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................................... 7-18
Steering
...................................................... 4-7
Steering Fluid
................................................ 6-40
Winches
..................................................... 4-64
Product Service Publications ........................................ 8-7
Parkin,o Brake
................................................... 2-26
Passin! Other Vehicles
............................................. 4-9
Power DoorLocks
.................................................. 2-15
Radiator Pressure Cap ............................................ 6-39
Radio (see "Audio Systems")
RearWindowDefogger
........................................... 3-11
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................................ 7-25
Recovery Hooks
................................................. 5-32
Replacement Parts ............................................... 6-81
Reporting Safety Defects ........................................... 8-5
Road Signs ...................................................... 4-2
Roadside Assistance ............................................... 8-5
RockingYourVehicle ............................................ 5-40
Safety Belts
..................................................
Adults ......................................................
Center Passenger Position .......................................
Cleaning ....................................................
Checking Restraint System ......................................
Child Restraints ...............................................
Children ....................................................
DriverPosition ...............................................
1-13
1-18
1-27
6-73 1-43
1-33
1-31
1-19
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