radiator cap CHEVROLET TRACKER 1995 Owners Manual

stops. But then, if you still have the warning, turn ofthe
engine
and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service
help right away.
2. Radiator Pressure Cap
3. Electric Engine Fan
Cooling System
When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what
you’ll see on the 8-valve engine:
1. Coolant Recovery Tank Here’s what
you’ll see on the 16-valve engine:
1. Coolant Recovery Tank
2. Radiator Pressure Cap
3. Electric Engine Fan
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means
there
is still some pressure left.
1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the
cooling system, radiator including
the pressure cap
and upper radiator hose,
is no longer hot. Turn the
pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops.
(Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.)
2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push
down
as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap.
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3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base
of the filler neck.
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4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL
mark.
5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but
leave the radiator pressure
cap off.
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6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the
upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the
engine fan.
7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator
filler neck may be lower.
If the level is lower, add
more
of the proper mix through the filler neck until
the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during
this procedure
if coolant begins to flow out of the
filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the
arrows on the pressure cap line up like this.
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When you open the hood, you’ll see the following on
the 8-valve engine:
1. Battery
2. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped)
3. Oil Fill Cap
4. Brake Fluid Reservoir
5. Air Cleaner
6. Engine Coolant Reservoir
7. Power Steering Reservoir
8. Radiator Pressure Cap
9. Electric Engine Fan
10. Engine Oil Dipstick
1 1. Windshield Washer Reservoir
12. Main Fuse Box Before
closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are
on.
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When you open the hood, you’ll see the following on
the 16-valve engine:
1. Battery
2. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped)
3. Oil Fill Cap
4. Brake muid Reservoir
5. Air Cleaner
6. Engine Coolant Reservoir
7. Power Steering Reservoir
8. Radiator Pressure Cap
9. Electric Engine Fan
10. Windshield Washer Reservoir
11. Main Fuse Box Before
closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are
on.
Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and
return the prop to its retainer. Then just let the hood
down and close it firmly.
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Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid
I NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 13 psi (90 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.
When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@
cap is recommended.
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.
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, 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.
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Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
If you will be
operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature
may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient
protection against freezing.
To Add
Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer
fluid until the tank
is full.
NOTICE:
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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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Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter
8-Valve Engine
.................... 13780-61AAO
GM Part
No. 96064348 or equivalent
16-Valve Engine
.................... 13780-58B20
GM Part No. 96068629 or equivalent
Battery
................................. 26-60s
Engine Oil Filter .............. GM Part No. 2501444 1
Fuel Filter ........................ AC Type GF57 1
GM Part No. 96058022 or equivalent
PCV Valve
....... GM Part No. 96058079 or equivalent
Radiator Cap
.............................. 13 psi
Spark Plug
................... (0.028”- 0.032” Gap)
Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in U.S. and
metric conversions.
Air Conditioning?
..... See the refrigerant information
label under hood and
“Air Conditioning” later in
this section.
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill
................... 3.0 qt. (2.8 L)**
Overhaul ........................ 5.4 qt. (5.1 L)
Cooling System
Automatic Transmission
............ 5.5 qt. (5.2 L)
Manual Transmission ............... 5.6 qt. (5.3 L)
Crankcase
With Filter Change
................ 4.5 qt. (4.2 L)*
Without Filter Change .............. 4.2 qt. (4.0 L)
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I Maintenance Schedule I I
27,000 Miles (45 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)
for correct operation (or every
3 months,
whichever occurs first). Repair or replace if
necessary.
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice.
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or
every
24 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or
every
30 months, whichever occurs first).
See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what
to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator,
condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure
test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
(Continued)
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