brakes CHEVROLET TRACKER 1994 Owner's Manual

correct a leak. If you add fluid when your
linings are worn, then you’ll have too
much fluid when you get new brake
linings. You should add (or remove)
brake fluid, as necessary, only when work
is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedple to
determine when to check
yoqr drake
fluid. See “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections” in the Index.
To Check Brake Fluid:
You can check the brake fluid without
taking
off the cap. Just look at the
windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The
fluid levels should be above “MIN.” If
they aren’t, have your brake system
checked to see if there is a leak.
After work is done
on the brake hydraulic
system, make sure the levels are above
“MIN’ and below the top
of each
window.
What to Add:
When you do need brake fluid, use only
DOT-3 brake fluid
- such as Delco-
Supreme 11s (GM Part
No. 1052535).
Use new brake fluid from a sealed container
only, and always clean the brakl
fluid reservoir cap before removing it.
NOTICE:
Don’t let someone put in the
wrong kind of fluid. For example,
just a few drops of mineral-based
oil, such as engine oil, in your
brake system can damage brake system parts
so badly that they’ll
have to be replaced.
Brake fluid can damage paint, so
be careful not to spill brake fluid
on your vehicle. If
you do, wash it
off immediately. See “Appearance
Care” in the Index.
Brake Wear
Your Geo has front disc brakes and rear
drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads are
worn and new pads are needed. The
sound may come and
go or be heard all
the time your vehicle is moving (except
when you are pushing on the brake pedal
firmly).
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NOTICE:
Continuing to drive
with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly
brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may
cause a brake squeal when the brakes are
first applied or lightly applied. This does
not mean something is wrong with your
brakes.
Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear
indicators, but if you ever hear a rear
brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake
drums should be removed and inspected
each time the tires are removed for
rotation or changing. When you have the front brakes replaced, have
the rear
brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced
as complete axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does
not return to normal height, or if there is a
rapid increase in pedal travel. This could
be a sign
of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your
disc brakes adjust for wear.
If your brake pedal goes down farther
than normal, your rear drum brakes may
need adjustment. Adjust them by backing
up and firmly applying the brakes a few
times.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a modern vehicle
is complex. Its many parts have to be of
top quality and work well together
if the
vehicle is
to have really good braking.
Vehicles we design and test have
top-quality GM brake parts in them, as
your Geo does when it is new. When you replace parts
of your braking system -
for example,
when your brake linings
wear down and you have to have new
ones put in
- be sure you get new
genuine
GM replacement parts. If you
don’t, your brakes may no longer work
properly. For example, if someone puts in
brake linings that are wrong for your
vehicle, the balance between your front
and rear brakes can change, for the worse.
The braking performance you’ve come to
expect can change in many other ways if
someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
Battery
Every new Geo has a Delco Freedoms
battery.
You never have to add water to
one
of these. When it’s time for a new
battery, we recommend a Delco
Freedoma battery. Get one that has the
catalog number shown on the original
battery’s label.
Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle
for
25 days or more, take off the black,
negative
(-) cable from the battery. This
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Maintenance Schedule
Section B: Owner Checks and Services (Cont.)
At Least Once a Year (CONT.)
CHECK
OR SERVICE
Parking Brake and
Automatic Transmission “P” (Park) Mechanism
Check
Underbody Flushing
WHAT TO DO
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular
brake, set the parking brake.
0 To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transmission in “N” (Neutral),
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slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by
the parking brake only.
To check the “P” (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Shift to “P” (Park). Then release all
brakes. If your vehicle
is four-wheel drive, be sure the transfer case is not in “N” (Neutral).
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take
care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.
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Maintenance Schedule
Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections (cont.)
INSPECTION
OR SERVICE
Rear Axle (All) and
Front Axle (Four-
Wheel Drive) Service
Brake System
Inspection
Clutch System Service
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE
Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed. See “Rear Axle” and “Four-Wheel Drive” in
the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system(s), and repair the system(s) if
needed. Refer to “Scheduled Maintenance Services,” earlier in
this part, to determine when to
change the lubricant.
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also
inspect
drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums,
wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to
have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent
braking.
NOTE: A low brake fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads which may need to be serv-
iced. Also,
if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on, something may be wrong
with either the regular or rear wheel anti-lock brake system, or both systems. See “Brake System
Warning Light” in the Index.
Check clutch pedal free travel and adjust
as necessary. See “Clutch Adjustment” in the Index. ..
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Customer Assistance Information
1994 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing \
of pur vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publications Order hrm
in this book and mailing it with pur check, money
order or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address liste\
d below).
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1994 GEO TRACKER
PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS
Product Service Publications (PSP’s), are bulletins, letters \
and articles
published for trained dealer service personnel. See Service Publ\
ica-
tions listed previously in this section.
A cumulative index is published quarterly during the current model
year. The indexes list all PSP’s published
by Chevrolet in the model year.
PSP Index
Year Form Number Price
1993 PSPI-93. .............................. Free
1990-92 PSPI-90-92
............................ Free
1994
PSPI-94.
..................... . . , . Free
PSP Bound Bulletin Book (Complete Year Bulletins)
Year Description
Form Number Price
1991 All PSP’S .................... PSP-91-4 40.00
1990
All PSP’S .................... PSP-904 40.00
For subscription information call Helm, Incorporated. SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis, repair and overhaul informat\
ion
on
engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steer\
-
ing, body, etc.
Model Form Number Price 1994 Geo Tracker
.................. ST-377-94 $60.00
NOTE: Please specify special body or engine types on order form.
Write information in the Form Number column. For example: Turbo,
Convertible.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended \
to pro-
vide basic operational information about the vehicle. The Owner’\
s Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
1994 Geo Tracker Owner’s Manual
In Portfolio:
lncludes RMfo/io, Owner‘s Manualand Warranty Booklet.
1994 Geo Tracker In-Portfolio .......... .lo260660 $15.00
Without Portfolio: Includes Owner‘s Manual.
1994 Geo Tracker Without Portfolio ..... .lo260663 $10.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Address all inquiries to: HELM, INCORPORATED
Service Publications are available for current and past model RO. Box 07130
Chevrolet/Geo vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year Detroit,
MI 48207
and model name of vehicle.
For information and inquiries call: 1-800-?82-4356
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A bout Driving Your Tracker ..... 3
ABS ......................... 103
Adding Coolant ................ 171
Additives. Engine
Oil ............ 165
Adjustment. Clutch
............. 169
Air Cleaner .................... 165
Air Conditioner Controls
......... 85
Air Filter Replacement
........... 166
Air Intake Lever ................ 84
Airflow Lever
.................. 84
Alignment and Tire Balance
.
Wheel ...................... 187
Aluminum Wheels
.............. 193
AM/FM Stereo
................ 88
With Cassette Tape and Compact
Disc Player
................ 93
With Cassette Tape Player ...... 89
Antenna
...................... 98
Anti-Lock Brakes
.............. 103
To Use ..................... 103
Appearance Care ............... I89
Appearance Care and Materials
.... 195
Appearance Care. Service and
..... 155
Approaching
a Hill .............. 1 10
Ashtrays and Lighter ............ 62
Ashtray. Front
................. 63
Ashtray. Rear .................. 63
Assist Grips. Passenger .......... 62
Add-on
Electrical Equipment
..... 196
Adjustable Steering Column
...... 53
Audio Systems ................. 87
Audio Systems. Comfort
Controls and
................. 83
Automatic
Freewheeling Hubs
........... 47
Transmission
................ 42
Transmission Fluid ............ 167
Axle. Front
.................... 170
Axle
. Rear .................... 169
Babies. Smaller Children
and (Safety Belts)
............. 26
Balance. Wheel Alignment
and Tire
.................... 187
Battery
....................... 176
BBB Auto Line
- Alternative Dispute
Resolution Program. GM
Participation
in ............. 235
Before Leaving
on a Long Trip .... 120
Belt. Lap-Shoulder .............. 20
Bi-Level ...................... 84
Bin. Coinholder and ............. 61
Bins. Instrument Panel ........... 61
Blizzard. If You’re Caught in a ... 124
Box. Glove
.................... 60
Brakes
Adjustment
.................. 176
Anti-Lock (ABS)
............. 103
Fluid ....................... 1 74
Master Cylinder
.......... 174
Parking
......... 48 Brakes
Pedal Travel
................. i76
System Parts. Replacing ........ 176
System Warning Light
......... 69
Trailer ...................... i27
Wear ...................... 175
Braking (Control of
a Vehicle) ..... 102
Braking
in Emergencies .......... 104
“Break.In. .. New Vehicle ........ 39
Bright Metal Parts. Protecting
Exterior
.................... 192
Brightness Control
.............. 57
Bulb Replacement .............. 177
Stoplight .................. 181
Headlights .................. 177
Rear Combination
............ 180
Rear Sidemarker
.............. 179
Sidemarker ......... . .179
Bulbs. Halogen
............... 177
Bulbs. Replacement
............. 199
Canadian Roadside Assistance ... 237
Canvas Top
Preparing for Storage
.......... 80
Special Care for
.............. 193
Capacities and Specifications
...... 200
Carbon Monoxide .............. 51
Center High-Mounted
Front Parking and Turn Signal
... 178
Removing and Installing Your
... 76
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Steam Corning from Your Engine . . 140
Column. Adjustable
........... 53
Fluid. Power ................. 173
Power
...................... 104
Steering
...................... 104
In Emergencies ............... 105
Tips
........................ 104
Compartments. Door
.......... 60
Storage
Preparing Your Canvas Top for
. . 80
Vehicle
..................... 176
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
. . 153
Sun Visors
.................... 61
Sunroof. Opening and Closing
Your
....................... 74
Switch. Ignition
................ 39
Symbols. Vehicle
............... 7
Symbols. Safety Warnings and .... 5
Tachometer .................. 68
Tailgate
....................... 38
Tank. Filling Your .............. 158
Temperature Control Lever ....... 84
Terrain. Scanning
the ............ 109
Theft ......................... 39
Theft Deterrent Feature AM/FM Stereo
with Cassette Tape
AM/FM Stereo
with Cassette Tape
and Compact Disc Player
..... 96
Player
.................... 91
Thermostat .................... 172
... 250
Tips. Steering ................ 104
Tips. Ventilation
................ 87
Tires
......................... 183
Balance. Wheel Alignment and
. . 187
Buying New ................. 186
Chains
..................... 188
Inflation Pressure
............. 184
Inspection and Rotation
........ 185
Temperature Grades
........... 187
Traction Grades
.............. 187
Treadwear
................... 186
Uniform Quality Grading
....... 186
When It’s Time for New
....... 186
AM/FM Stereo
............... 89
and Compact Disc Player
..... 93
Player
.................... 90
Top Strap (Child Restraints)
....... 28
Top. Convertible
................ 72
Torque
Lock .................. 49
Towing
A Trailer .................... 125
Rear Hook-Ups
.............. 139
Recreational Vehicle
.......... 129
Your Vehicle
................. 136
Trailer Brakes
.................. 127
Changing a Flat .............. 146
Loading
.................... 18 I
Tone. Setting the
AM/FM Stereo
with Cassette Tape
AM/FM Stereo
with Cassette Tape
Front Hook-Ups
.............. 138 Trailer. Towing
a
............... 125
Transfer Case
.................. 47
Transfer Case (Service)
.......... 170
Transmission Automatic
................... 42
Fluid. Automatic
............. 167
Fluid. Manual
................ 168
Manual
..................... 44
Transportation. Courtesy
......... 237
Traveling to Remote Areas
....... 109
Trip Odometer
................. 67
Trip. Before Leaving on a Long
.... 120
Turn Signal and Lane Change
Indicator
.................... 54
Turn SignalLights Control/Headlight
Beam Lever
................. 54
Underbody Maintenance ....... 194
Understanding Radio Reception ... 97
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
..... 186
Uphill. Driving ................. 111
Used Oil. What to Do With ....... 165
Used Replacement Wheels
........ 189
Using the Recovery Hooks ....... 154
Vehicle Control of a
................. 102
Damage Warnings ............ 6
Dimensions ................. 202
Environment and Your
......... 204
Identification Number
(VIN) .... 196
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