air condition CHEVROLET TRACKER 1996 Owner's Manual

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
I2,OOO Miles (20 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern
and additional information. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
0 Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)
for correct operation (or every
3 months,
whichever occurs first). Repair or replace
if necessary.
I DATE 1 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service..
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary. An Emission Control Service. 3-
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
15 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
0 Change manual transmission fluid (or every
0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary.
17 Check engine idle speed and adjust it
to underhood label specifications.
An Emission Control Service.?
An Emission Control Service.
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Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule
45,000 Miles (75 000 km)
El Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whxhever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
17 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary.
An Emission Control Service. ?
0 Change manual transmission fluid (or every
15 months, whichever occurs first).
17 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if
necessary. An Emission Control Service.
0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to
underhood< label specifications.
An Emission Control Service.?
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
0 Inspect the loclung front hubs (if equipped)
for correct operation (or every
3 months,
whichever occurs first). Repair or replace
as necessary.
0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints for
looseness and damage (or every
15 months,
whichever occurs first). Inspect more
frequently
if used off-road or for pulling
a trailer. Tighten u-joint
flange bolts
if necessary.
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY: I
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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
72,000 Miles (120 000 km)
0 Change
engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
An Emission Control Service.
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional infomation. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement.
Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
Inspect the locking front hubs (if equipped)
for correct operation
(or every 3 months,
whichever occurs first). Repair or replace
if necessary.
I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
75,000 Miles (125 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
I3 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary. An Emission Control Service.
15 months, whichever occurs first).
17 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
!I Change manual transmission fluid (or every
0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary.
0 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to
An Emission Control Service.
underhood label specifications.
An Emission Control Service.?
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring and 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.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found
in a Geo service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front- Wheel-Drive
Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing
parts, signs of
wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. 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 build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in
the Index.
Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
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Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any cables that have high effort
or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise
control cables.
Rear Axle (All) and Front Axle
(Four-wheel Drive) Service
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
section, to determine when to change the lubricant.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses
for proper hook-up, 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.
Clutch System Service
Check clutch pedal free travel and adjust as necessary.
See “Clutch Adjustment”
in the Index.
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Service Manuals
Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair
information for all chassis and body systems. They
may be useful for owners who wish to get
a greater
understanding
of their vehicle. They are also useful for
owners with the appropriate skill level
or training who
wish
to perform “do-it-yourself” service. These are
authentic General Motors service manuals meant for
professional, qualified technicians.
Service Bulletins
Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly
sent to all General Motors dealerships. GM monitors
product performance in the field. When service methods
are found which promote better service on
GM vehicles,
bulletins are created to help the technician perform
better service. Service bulletins may involve
any
number of vehicles. So,me will describe inexpensive
service; others will describe expensive service. Some
will advise of new or unexpected conditions, and others
may help avoid future costly repairs. Service bulletins
are meant for qualified technicians. In some cases,
bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools,
equipment and safety procedures necessary to service
the vehicle. Since these bulletins are issued throughout
the model year and beyond, an index is required and
published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins.
Subscriptions
are available. You can order an index at
the toll-free numbers listed previously, or ask a
GM
dealer to see an index or individual bulletin.
Owner Publications
Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner
assistance booklets provide owners with general
operation and maintenance information.
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Gem Section 9 Index
Air ~ag ...................................... I -24
Adding Equipment
............................ 1-30
How Does it Restrain
........................ 1-28
How it Works
.............................. 1-26
Location
.................................... l-26
Readiness Light ......................... 1-25, 2-61
Servicing
................................... 1-2 9
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-27
What Will
You See After it Inflates ............... 1-28
AirCleaner
.................................... 6-13
Airconditioning
................................ 3-2
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-64
Alignment and Balance, Tire
...................... 6-46
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning
...................... 6-54
Antenna
...................................... 3-19
Antifreeze
............................. 6-24
Anti-Lock
When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-27
Brake System Active Light ................. 2-64, 4-8
Brake System Warning Light
................ 2-63, 4-6
Brakes ...................................... 4- 6
Appearance Care ................................ 6-48 Appearance Care Materials
....................... 6-56
Arbitration Program .............................. 8-7
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-6
Overdrive
............................... 2-13
Overdrive
Off Switch .......................... 2-13
Shifting
..................................... 2-10
TEUIS~~SS~O~ ............................ 2-8.2-10
Transmission Check ........................... 7-48
Transmission Fluid
............................ 6-15
Transmission Operation
........................ 2-10
Transmission Park Mechanism Check
............. 7-50
Axle, Front
.................................... 6-23
Axle, Rear
. . ............................. 6-21
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-40
Automatic
Starting Your Engine
........................... 2-8
Battery
................. .: ................... 6-33
Jump Starting ................................. 5-2
Warnings
.................................... 5-2
BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-7
Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 8-7
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Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement ... ... 6-38
Window Defogger
.................... .... 3-5
Window Defogger Light
...................... 3-5
Windshield Washer
........................... 2-3 1
Removing and Installing ........................ 2-46
Rearview Mirrors
............................... 2-37
Convex Outside
........................ ...... 2-38
Inside Daymight
............................. 2-37
Manual Adjust
.................. ........ 2-37
Power Remote Control
....... ...... 2-38
Recovery Tank, Coolant
.......... ... ... 5-16
Recreational Vehicle Towing
.................... 4-43
Refrigerants, Air Conditioning
.................... 6-64
the Rear Window ............................. 2-46
Rear Window
Reclining Front Seatbacks
.......................... 1-2
Recovery
Hooks ................. ...... 5-34
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 6-61
Parts
....................................... 6-62
Wheel
...................................... 6-46
Replacing Safety Belts
........... ............. 1-46
Reporting Safety Defects
..... .............. 8-8
Restraints
Checking
................................. 1-46
Child
....................................... 1-37
Replacing Parts After a Crash .................... 1-46
System Check
................................ 7-48
Reverse, Automatic Transmission
.................. 2-11
Reverse, Manual Transmission .................... 2-15
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-31
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-4
Roadside Assistance, Canadian
..................... 8-6
Rocking Your Vehicle ........................... 5-34
Rotation, Tires
............................... 6-42
Head
........................................ l-3
safety
Belt Extender .......................... 1-46
Safety Belts
................................... 1-13
Adults ...................................... 1-18
Care ....................................... 6-51
Children
.................................... l-35
Driver Position ............................... 1-18
Extender
.................................... l-46
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-18
Incorrect Usage .................... 1-20, 1-44, 1-45
Lap-Shoulder
... ..................... 1-18, 1-32
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