engine oil CHEVROLET TRACKER 1993 Owner's Manual
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Service & Appearance
I Replacement Bulbs
Care
Back-up ............................................................. 1156
Dome
............................................................. 9605 1559
Front Parking and Turn Signal
......................................... 1157 NA
Headlight (Halogen) ..................................................... 9004
Heater or Air Conditioning Control
.................................... 96052599
Charging System
................................................... 9433184
Check Engine
..................................................... 9433 184
Engineoil Pressure
................................................ 9433184
Indicator
and Warning
Brake
............................................................ 9433184
4WD
............................................................. 9433184
Headlight HighBeam
............................................... 9433184
Safety Belt
........................................................ 9433184
TurnSignal
....................................................... 9433184
Instrument Cluster
.................................................... 9605 156
License Plate
............................................................ 194
Lighter
............................................................. 9433184
Rear Defogger Switch
............................................. 96061736
Rear Wiper/Washer Switch
........................................... 9606 1736
Rear
Hazard and Turn Signal
........................................... 1156
Rear Parking andstop
................................................... 1157
Sidemarker
................................................. ........ 194
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Capacities and Specifictu?ons
Engine
Type ....................................................................L4
Compression Ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.9: 1
Firing Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l-3-4-2
Fuel Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fuel Injection
Piston Displacement
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 CID (1.6L)
Valve Arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .In-Head “V” Type
AC Belt Tension.
. . . .Deflect Belt 0.31-0.47 in. (8-12 mm) @ 22 Ibs. (10 kg.) Pressure
Fan Belt Tension
. . . . .Deflect Belt 0.20-0.32 in. (5-8 mm) @ 22 Ibs. (10 kg.) Pressure
Thermostat Temperature Specification.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180”F (82°C)
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter ................................................... 96057994
Battery
..............................................................26-60s
Engineoil Filter .................................................... 96062415
Fuel Filter
................................................... AC TypeGE571
PCVValve
........................................................96058079
Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 psi
Spark Plug.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .R43XLS (0.028”- 0.032” Gap)
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Service & Appearance Care
Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in U.S. and metric conversions.
Automatic Transmission Air
Conditioning?.
................ .See the refrigerant information label under hood.
.............................................
................................................... Drain and Refill .3.0 qt. (2.8 L)**
Overhaul .4.9 qt. (4.6 L)
Cooling System
Automatic Transmission. ...................................... S.5 qt. (5.2 L)
I Manual Transmission. ........................................ S.6 qt. (5.3 L)
FuelT ank....................................................llgal.(42.0L) .
Crankcase
..........................................
........................................
With Filter Change. .4.5 qt. (4.2 L)*
Without Filter Change .4.2 qt. (4.0 L)*
Front Differential ............................................... 1 1 qt. (1 .O L)
Manual Transmission. .1.6 qt. (1.5 L)**
Rear Differential. .2.3 qt. (2.2 L)
Transfer Case .................................................. 1 .8 qt. (1.7 L)
..........................................
..............................................
Wheel Nuts
Wheel Nut Torque .60 lb. ft. (80 N-m)
? Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in
your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure
the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not
sure, ask your Geo dealer.
after filling.
See “Engine Oil” in the Index.
Transmission Fluid” in the Index.
.........................................
*.When changing the oil filter, additional oil may be needed. Recheck the oil level
** Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic Transmission Fluid” or “Manual
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IMPORTANT:
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
RECOMMENDED
I
This part covers the maintenance
required for your Geo
. Your vehicle
needs these services to retain its
safety. dependability and emission
control performance
.
Part 7
Maintenance Schedule
Section
Introduction: A Word about Maintenance ........................... 282
Your Vehicle and the Environment
............................ 282
How This Part Is Organized
................................. 283
Using Your Maintenance Schedules
........................... 285
Selecting the Right Schedule
................................. 285
Schedule1
................................................ 286
Schedule11
............................................... 288
Explanation
of Scheduled Maintenance Services ................. 290
Other Emission Related Maintenance Service
................... 295
Other Non-Emission Related Maintenance Service
............... 296
At Each Fuel Fill 298
At Least Twice a Year ...................................... 299
At Least Once a Year ....................................... 300
A . Scheduled Maintenance Services ............................... 285
B . OwnerChecksandServices ................................... 298
AtLeastOnceaMonth
..................................... 299
C . Periodic Maintenance Inspections .............................. 303
D . Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ........................... 305
E . MaintenanceRecord ......................................... 308
..........................................
u1 Protection I . Plan
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L
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan ? 7he Plan
supplements your new car warranties
.
See your GM dealer for details .
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Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.)
Dplanatiun of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedules I
and 11.
290
ITEM
NO.
1
2
SERVICE
Engine Oil and Filter Change* - Always use SG
Energy Conserving I1 Oils of proper viscosity. The
SG designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as SG/CC, SG/CD,
or SF, SG, CC, etc. To determine the preferred
viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE
5W-30 or 1OW-30) see “Engine Oil’’ in the Index.
Engine Idle Speed Check* - Check the idle speed
and adjust it to underhood label specifications.
*An Emission Control Service.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section
D. 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.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
3 Cooling System Service* - Drain, flush and refill
the system with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming to
GM Specification 4038M. Keep
coolant at
the proper mixture as specified. See
“Coolant”
in the Index. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level, and engine
operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace
if they are cracked,
swollen, or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose
clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air
conditioning condenser. Wash
the pressure cap and
neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a
pressure test of both
the cooling system and the
pressure cap.
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Maintenance Schedule
Section B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which should be
performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the
safety, dependability and emission control performance 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 Section D.
Af Each Fuel fj// (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at \
each fuel fill.)
1
CHECK
1 OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO
I Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for
further details.
I
I Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coolant mix if
1 necessary. See “Coolant” in the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer
Fluid Level
Hood Latch
Operation Check
the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details.
Pull the primary hood latch release handle inside the vehicle. The secondary latch should keep
hood from opening all the way when the primary latch is released. Make sure the hood closes
firmly. See
“Hood Release” in the Index for further details.
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Maintenance Schedule
Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
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 Brake
System
Parking Brake Guides
Power Steering System
Automatic Transmission
Wheel Bearings
FLUID/LUBRICANT
GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API service SG Energy Conserving I1 oils of the
recommended viscosity. The SG designation may be shown alone or in combination with others,
such as
SG/CC, SG/CD, or SF, SG, CC, etc. To determine proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, see
‘ ‘Engine Oil” in the Index.
50/50 mixture of water (preferably distilled) and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze
(GM Part
No. 1052753) conforming to GM Specification 6038M or approved recycled coolant
conforming to GM Specification 6038M.
Delco-Supreme 1
l@ Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
~~
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No.
1052497 or equivalent).
DEXRONB-I1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part
No. 1051855) or equivalent.
DEXRON*-I1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part
No. 1051855) or equivalent.
3.
-
-
305 9 -
Wheel bearing grease meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 105 1344 or equivalent).
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Maintenance Schedule
Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants (Cont.)
USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT
I Manual Transmission I SAE 75W-90 GL-4 (GM Part No. 12345871 Castrol@ Syntorq GL-4 or equivalent). I
Manual Transmission Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGT Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No.
Shift Linkage 1052497 or equivalent).
Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345120) or synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil
or silicone lubricant (GM Part No. 1052276 or 1052277).
Automatic Transmission Engine oil.
Shift Linkage
Clutch Linkage Pivot Lithium base grease.
Points
Floor Shift Linkage Engine oil.
~~ ~ ~ ~~~
Chassis Lubrication Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No.
Windshield Washer Sol- GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.
vent
Rear Axle (All)
SAE 75W-90 GL-5 Hypoid Gear Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345977).
Front Axle (Four-wheel
Drive) 1052497
or equivalent).
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USAGE
Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive)
Hood Latch Assembly
a. Pivots and Spring
b. Release Pawl
Anchor
Hood, Door,
and
Liftgate Hinges, Rear Folding Seat,
Fuel Door
Hinge, Rear Compart-
ment Lid Hinges
Weatherstrips Constant Velocity
Universal Joint
FLUID/LUBRICANT
SAE 75W-90, GL-4 gear lubricant (GM Part No. 12345871).
a. Engine oil.
b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB
(GM Part No.
1052497 or equivalent).
Engine oil.
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part
No. 12345579) or equivalent.
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No.
1052497 or equivalent).
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.
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In Mud. Sand. Snow. or Ice ...... 155
In the Rain
.................... 160
In Water ...................... 156
Long Distance
................. 167
On Curves
.................... 132
On Grades (With a Trailer)
....... 184
On Off-Road Hills.
............. 145
On Snow or Ice
................ 174
On the Freeway
................ 165
Suggestions.
A Few More Night . . 159
Uphill
........................ 147
Winter
....................... 173
With a Trailer
................. 182
Drunken Driving
................ 123
Easy Entry Seats
................. 14
Electrical Equipment. Add-on
...... 272
Emergencies. Braking
in .......... 132
Emergencies. Steering
in ......... -134
Engine
Coolant
...................... 240
Coolant Temperature Gage
........ 85
Exhaust
....................... 64
Identification
.................. 272
Oil
.......................... 229
Oil Pressure Light
............... 86
Overheating
................... 200
Specifications
................. 277
Starting Your
................... 49
Through
Deep Standing Water
..... 50 Environment.
Your Vehicle and the
. 282
Exhaust. Engine
.................. 64
Extender. Safety Belt
.............. 39
Fabric Protection
.................... 264
Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on
... 263
Features and Controls
.............. 43
Filling Your Tank (Fuel)
.......... 226
Filter Replacement. Air
........... 234
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......... 190
Flat Tire. Changing a
............. 208
Flat. If a Tire Goes
............... 208
Fluid Using Foam-Type
Cleaner on
..... 263
Five-Speed Manual Transmission
.... 54
Flow-Through Ventilation System
... 106
Automatic Transmission
......... 234
Manual Transmission
........... 237
Recommended
............ 27 1. 305
Windshield Washer
............. 244
Fog. Tips
on Driving in ........... 163
Folding Rear Seats
................ 15
Following Distance (With
a Trailer)
..................... 183
Foreign Countries. Fuels
in ........ 225
Four-wheel Drive
........... .57. 239
Power
Steering
................ 243
Fog. Mist and Haze. Driving
in ..... 162
Foreign Material Paint Damage
..... 269 Four-Wheel-Drive
Vehicle.
Freeway Off-Road
Driving with Your Geo
. . 140
Driving
...................... 165
Driving on the
................. 165
Entering the
................... 165
Leaving the
................... 165
Free-Wheeling Hubs
.............. 58
Automatic
..................... 59
Manual
........................ 59
Fuel
........................... 223
FuelGage
....................... 83
Fuel Tank Filling
................ 226
Fuels
in Foreign Countries ......... 225
Fuse Block. Instrument Panel
...... 275
Fuse Block. Main
................ 274
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
......... 273
Gage. Engine Coolant Temperature
. . 85
Gage. Fuel
...................... 83
Gages and Indicators. Warning
Lights
......................... 82
Gasolines for Cleaner Air
.......... 224
Glass Cleaning
.................. 266
GloveBox
....................... 75
GM Participation
in Better
Business Bureau Mediation/
Arbitration Program
............ 315
Grips. Passenger Assist
............ 76
Guidelines. Utility Vehicle Driving
. . 140
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