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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 dealer’s service department
or other qualijied 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 service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive A: 3
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.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect
all pipes, fittings
and clamps; replace
as needed. Clean the outside of the
radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test
of the cooling system and
pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace
any components that have high effort
or excessive wear.
Do not lubricate accelerator and
cruise control cables.
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.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer.
USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
Engine Coolant
50/50 mixture of clean water
(preferably distilled) and use only
GM Goodwrench@
DEX-COOL@
or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@
Coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index.
USAGE
Hydraulic Brake
System
Parking Brake
Cable Guides
Power Steering
System Automatic
Transaxle
Key Lock
Cylinders
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Delco Supreme ll@ Brake Fluid
(GM Part
No. 12377967 or
equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid).
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI # 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM
Part
No. 1052884 - 1 pint,
1050017
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
DEXRON@-111 Automatic
Transmission fluid.
Multi-Pu ose Lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 1234624 1 or equivalent).
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1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below\
.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CHEVROLET
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE
UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$40.00
SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions
to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN-ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$15.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 0.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past
model GM vehicles.
To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.
OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356
Monday-Friday 8:oO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discr)
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Front Seat Storage Net ........................... 2-71
Front Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement
........... 6-36
Front Towing
.................................. 5-10
Fuel
.......................................... 6-3
Filling Your Tank
.............................. 6-5
Gage
....................................... 2-97
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-58
Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-9 1
Fuel ....................................... 2-97
Speedometer
................................. 2-85
Garage Door Opener Compartment
................. 2-67
Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle
................ 2-30
GloveBox
.................................... 2-66
Gross Axle Weight Rating
........................ 4-31
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...................... 4-30
Guide en Franpis
11
GAWR ....................................... 4-31
.. .................................
GVWR ....................................... 4-30
Halogen Bulbs
................................ 6-31
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5-2
Head Restraints
................................. 1-6
Headlamps
.................................... 2-60
Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-3 1
OnReminder ................................ 2-60
Wiring
..................................... 6-57
HighLow Beam Changer ...................... 2-54
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-4 Heating
........................................ 3-4
High-BeamHeadlamps
.......................... 2-54
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-24
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-36
Hood
Checking Things Under ......................... 6-8
Prop ........................................ 6-9
Release ...................................... 6-8
Horn ......................................... 2-52
Hydroplaning .................................. 4-20
Ignition Positions
.............................. 2-26
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
.................... 7-32
Illuminated Entry
............................... 2-62
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-41
Inflator. Air
................................... 2-78
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-65
Inspections
Brake System
................................ 7-33
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-33
Front Drive Axle Boot ......................... 7-33
Front Drive Axle Seal
......................... 7-33
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-33
Steering
.................................... 7-33
Suspension
.................................. 7-33
Throttle
System .............................. 7-33
InstrumentPanel
............................... 2-82
Cleaning
.................................... 6-50
Cluster ..................................... 2-84
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-58
Light Intensity Control ......................... 2-61
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Parking AtNight
.................................... 2-22
Brake
...................................... 2-34
Brake Mechanism Check
....................... 7-32
Lots
....................................... 2-22
Over Things That Burn
........................ 2-38
With a Trailer
................................ 4-40
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement
....... 6-16
Passenger Position
.............................. 1-50
Passing
....................................... 4-13
Payload
....................................... 4-32
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-33
Portable Fuel Container. Filling a
................... 6-7
Power
Accessory Outlet
............................. 2- 80
DoorLocks ................................... 2-5
Option Fuses
................................ 6-57
Remote Control Mirrors
........................ 2-65
Seat
......................................... 1-3
Sliding Door Light
............................ 2-96
Steering
.................................... 4-11
Windows
................................... 2-5 1
Power Steering Huid
............................ 6-24
How to Check
............................... 6-25
WhattoUse
................................. 6-25
Whentocheck
............................... 6-25
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-49
Problems on the Road ............................ 5-1
Publications. Service and Owner ................... 8- 12
Radiator
..................................... 5-21
Radiator Pressure Cap
........................... 6-24
RadioReception
................................ 3-29 Radios
....................................... 3-10
Rain. Driving In
................................ 4-18
Reading Lamps
................................ 2-64
Rear AirVents
.................................... 3-8
CargoLamp
................................. 2-64
Climate Control
............................... 3-6
Comfort Controls .............................. 3-7
Fan Control
.................................. 3-6
Outside Seat Position
.......................... 1-58
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-62
SeatAudio
.................................. 3-23
Seatpassengers
.............................. 1-58
Seats
........................................ 1-6
Storage ..................................... 2-72
Window Defogger
............................. 3-5
Windshield Washer
........................... 2-56
Rearview Mirror. Inside Daymight
................. 2-65
Reclining Front Seats
............................. 1-4
Recovery Tank. Coolant
.......................... 5-18
Refrigerants.
Air Conditioning .................... 6-66
Towing
..................................... 5-12
Remote Compact Disc Player
..................... 3-25
Remote Operation of the Power Sliding Door
......... 2-10
Removing
Bucket Seats
................................. 1-28
Second Row Solid Bench Seat
.................... 1-8
SplitBenchSeat
.............................. 1-20
Third Row Solid Bench Seat
.................... 1-14
Bulbs
...................................... 6-64
Parts
....................................... 6-66
Wheel
...................................... 6-46
Replacement
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Seats (Continued) Restraint Systems
.............................. 1 . 1
Seat Controls ............................. 1.2. 1.6
Second Row Safety Belt Stowage ................. 1-7
Securing a Child Restraint ...................... 1-89
SecondGe ar ................................... 2-32
Second Row Solid Bench Seat ...................... 1-8
Folding the Seatback ........................... 1-8
Removing .................................... 1-8
Replacing ................................... 1-10
Center Rear Seat Position
................. 1-91, 1-93
Rear Outside Seat Position ...................... 1-89
Right Front Seat Position ....................... 1-95
Service ........................................ 6-2
Bulletins, Ordering ............................ 8- 12
Engine Soon Light ............................ 2-93
Manuals, Ordering ............................ 8- 12
Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-56
Publications, Ordering ......................... 8- 12
Work, Doing Your Own ......................... 6-2
Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6-1
Service and Owner Publications ................... 8- 12
Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ........... 1-58
Sheet Metal Damage ............................ 6-53
Shifting
Automatic Transaxle
.......................... 2-30
Into PARK (P) ............................... 2-35
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
..................... 1-43
SideAshtrays .................................. 2-78
Side Convenience Net ........................... 2-73
SignalingTurns ................................ 2-53
Securing a Child Restraint
Out
of PARK (P) ............................. 2-37 Skidding
...................................... 4-15
Smaller Children
and Babies ...................... 1-68
Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-29
Spare Tire. Compact ............................. 5-34
Specifications and Capacities ...................... 6-65
Specifications. Engine ........................... 6-65
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ............... 8-4
Speedometer ................................... 2-85
SplitBenchSeat
................................ 1-18
Adjusting ................................... 1-19
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks ............... 1-18
Removing ................................... 1-20
Replacing ................................... 1-22
Stains. Cleaning
................................ 6-49
Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-31
Starting Your Engine ............................ 2-27
Steam
........................................ 5-14
Steering ...................................... 4-11
In Emergencies ............................... 4-12
Power ...................................... 4-11
Tips ........................................ 4-11
Wheel. Tilt .................................. 2-52
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-66
Frontseat ................................... 2-71
Storage. Vehicle ................................ 6-30
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire ....................... 5-33
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow .................. 5-35
SunVisors .................................... 2-78
Supplemental Restraint System .................... 1-50
Switchbanks ................................... 2-12
Symbols. Vehicle ................................ VIII
StorageBin .................................... 2-70
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Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...................... 6-37
TapePlayerCare
............................... 3-30
Temperature Knob. Climate Control System
........... 3-2
Theft
......................................... 2-22
Theft-Deterrent Feature. CD Player
................ 3-26
THEFTLOCK
................................. 3-26
Thermostat
.................................... 6-24
Third Gear
.................................... 2-32
Third Row Solid Bench Seat
...................... 1 - 13
Adjusting ................................... 1-13
Folding the Seatback
.......................... 1 - 13
Removing
................................... 1-14
Replacing
................................... 1 - 16
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-52
Time. Setting the
................................ 3-9
Tirechains
.................................... 6-47
Tire Loading
................................... 4-30
Tire-Loading Information Label
................... 4-30
Tires
......................................... 6-40
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-46
BuyingNew
................................. 6-43
Chains
..................................... 6-47
ChangingaFlat
.............................. 5-24
Cleaning
.................................... 6-53
Compact Spare ............................... 5-34
Inflation
.................................... 6-41
Inflation Check ............................... 7-29
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-42
Loading
.................................... 4-30
Pressure
.................................... 6-41
Storing
a Flat or Spare ......................... 5-33
TemDerature ................................. 6-45 Treadwe ar
................................... 6-45
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-44
Used Wheel Replacement
...................... 6-47
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-43
Wheel Replacement
........................... 6-46
When It’s Time for New
....................... 6-43
TopStrap
..................................... 1-88
TorqueLock ................................... 2-37
Torque, Wheel Nut
......................... 5-32, 6-65
Towing a Trailer
................................ 4-33
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-8
Traction Control System .......................... 4-9
Traction Control System Warning Light
........ 2-90, 4-10
Trailer Brakes
..................................... 4-37
Driving on Grades
............................ 4-40
Drivingwith
................................. 4-37
Hitches
..................................... 4-36
Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-41
ParkingonHills
.............................. 4-40
Safety Chains
................................ 4-37
Tongue Weight
............................... 4-35
Total Weight on Tires
.......................... 4-36
Turnsignals
................................. 4-39
Weight
..................................... 4-34
Towing
..................................... 4-33
Transaxle Fluid, Automatic
....................... 6-18
Transmitters, Keyless Entry
........................ 2-8
Transportation, Courtesy
.......................... 8-8
Trip Computer ................................ 2- 100
Trip Odometer ................................. 2-85
TTYUsers ..................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ............... 2-53 Traciion .................................... 6-45 . 1 .
9-11
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