maintenance GMC JIMMY 1997 Repair Manual

1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months. whichever occurs first).
,417 En1i.r.rio1l Colltrol Se/-\sic.c.).
U Lubricate chassis co~nponents (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#. j
0 Check rear/ft-ont axle fluid level and add
fluid as needed. Check constant velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking.
( See footnote ‘w . )
0 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean
and repack the ,front wheel bearings
(or at
each brake relining. whiche.ver occurs first).
0 Replace fuel filter.
Replace air cleaner filter.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
(Se.e footnote
+.)
A!! ~/ni,ssio/7 CO/7tw/ Ser\>ice. (See footnote+*.)
AH Emissiott Collttnl Sc.l-\.icc>.
DL4TE SEKVICED BY: ACTUAL k1ILEAGE
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I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
I2 montl1s, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add
fluid
as needed. Check constant velocity
joints
and axle seals for leaking.
(See fiwtnote
’?)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern
and additional inforrnation.
(See footnote
+.)
AH E111issio/l Control Sol-~~ic.o.
DATE SI 100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
Change automatic transmission fluid and
fi1te.r
if the vehicle is mainly driven under
one
or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90” F
(32OC) or higher.
- In hilly or nlountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
delivery service.
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I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I
I I I 1
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system
(or every
60 months since last service,
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.
AII EmissioI1 Cot1trol Sc)rljiw.
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At Least Twice a Year Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level: add if needed. See
"Automatic Transmission"
in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate
a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts. buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look
for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts.
If you see anything that might
keep
a safety belt system from doing its .job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also
look. for any c.)pened or broken air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air
bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for ~vear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield.
Also see "Wiper Blades.
Cleaning"
in the Index.
Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
"Manual Transmission"
in the Index. Check for leaks.
A fluid loss ITI~~ indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired
if needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See
"Hydraulic Clutch Fluid" in the Index. A fluid loss in
this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired at once.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified
in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door and fuel door hinges, rear
compartment hinges, latches and locks including the
moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever
pivot and prop rod pivot. Part
D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication
may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
t (rlove box, console doors and the body hood and any
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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 GM service nnanual. See "Service and Owner
Publications"
in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front 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.
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
excessi\.e wear.
Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise
control cables.
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Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odo~neter reading and wlm performed the service
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.
Any additional information from "Owner Checks and Services" or
"Periodic Maintenance" can be added
on
the following record pages. Also. you should retain all
maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio
is
a convenient place to store them.
~ ~ ~~~~
Maintenance Record - . __
ODOMETER
DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
SERVICED
BY READING
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Maintenance Record
I I ODOMETER I I
DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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Labels Certificatioflire
............................. 4-42
Fuse
....................................... 6-60
Safety Belt
.................................. 1-48
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-58
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-58
Lamps
........................................ 2-45
Dome
...................................... 2-48
FrontMap
................................... 2-48
Front Reading
........................... 2-47, 2-51
Latches, Seatback
................................ 1-6
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
....... 2-32
Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-21, 2-73
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-76, 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-75
Charging System
............................. 2-73
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator
............... 2-80
Gate Ajar
................................... 2-81
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-9, 2-72
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-77
Shift
.................................. 2-22, 2-80
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-42
Locking Rear Axle
.............................. 2-23
LockoutSwitch
................................ 2-37
Interior
..................................... 2-47
OnReminder
................................ 2-4 6
Lighter
....................................... 2-61
Lights
CheckGages
................................ 2-80 Locks
......................................... 2-4
Door ........................................ 2-4
Key Lock Cylinder
Service ..................... 7-47
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-5
Rear Door Security
............................. 2-5
Steering Column Park Lock Check
............... 7-49
Loss of Control
................................ 4-13
Lubricants and Fluids
....................... 6-64, 7-52
Lubrication Service, Body
........................ 7-47
Luggagecarrier
................................ 2-59
Lumbar Controls
............................ 1-3, 1-4
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-55
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Long Tripmighway
....................... 7-6, 7-30
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-46
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-50
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-52
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-4
Short TripKity
............................ 7-5, 7-7
Maintenance, Underbody
......................... 6-56
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
................. 4-54
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-77
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-2
Manual Lumbar Support
.......................... 1-3
Manual Transmission Check
...................................... 7-47
Fluid
....................................... 6-18
Shifting
..................................... 2-21
Starting Your Engine
.......................... 2-16
9-6

Methanol .................................... 6-4
Mirrors
....................................... 2-49
Convex Outside
.............................. 2-50
Inside Day/Night Rearview
..................... 2-49
Outside
..................................... 2-49
Visor Vanity
................................. 2-62
Model Reference
................................. vi
Mountain Roads ................................ 4-35
Multifunction Lever
............................. 2-38
Net. Convenience
.............................. 2-57
Neutral
Automatic Trans~nission
....................... 2- I9
Manual Transmission
.......................... 2-22
New Vehicle "Break-In"
......................... 2- I3
Nightvision
................................... 4-28
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
............. 6-63
Odometer
.................................... 2.68
Off-Road Driving .............................. 4- 15
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4- I 1
Opener, Garage Door ............................ 2-5 1
Ordering Owner and Service Publications ....... 8- 11. 8- 12
Outside Mirror
Manual Adjust
............................... 2-49
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-49
Convex
..................................... 2-50
Overdrive, Automatic Transmission
................ 2-20
Oil.
Engine
..................................... 6-9 Overhead Console
.............................. 2-50
Overheating Engine
............................. 5-12
Owner Checks and Services
....................... 7-46
Owner Publications
........................ 8-11 .
Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ 6-56
Park
Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-18
Shifting Into ................................. 2-30
Shifting Out of
............................... 2-33
AtNight
.................................... 2-12
Brake ...................................... 2-29
Brake Mechanism Check
....................... 7-49
Lots ....................................... 2-12
On Hills with a Trailer ......................... 4-52
Over Things That Burn
........................ 2-34
Your Vehicle. Manual Transmission
.............. 2-33
Passing
....................................... 4-12
Payload
....................................... 4-44
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-50
Power
Accessory Outlets
............................ 2-63
DoorLocks
................................... 2-5
Remote Control Mirror
........................ 2-49
Steering
..................................... 4-9
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-26
Windows
................................... 2-36
Powerseat ..................................... 1-3
Lumbar Controls .............................. 1-4
Parking
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Lap-Shoulder ........................... 1.13. 1-28
Questions and Answers
........................ 1 . 12
Rear Comfort Guides
.......................... 1-3 1
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-28
Replacing After a Crash
........................ 1-48
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-26
Use During Pregnancy
......................... 1-26
WhyTheyWork
............................... 1-9
SafetyChains
.................................. 4-49
Safety Defects. Reporting
................... 8.10. 8.11
Safety Warnings and Symbols
....................... iii
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................... 7-4
Seatback
Latches
...................................... 1-6
Reclining Front
............................... 1-4
Seats and Restraint Systems
........................ 1-1
Second Gear
Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-20
Manual Transmission
.......................... 2-21
Service and Appearance Care
...................... 6-1
Service and Owner Publications
.............. 8.11. 8.12
Service Engine
Soon Light ....................... 2-77
Service Parts Identification Label
.................. 6-58
Service Work. Doing Your Own
.................... 6-2
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
........... 1-25
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-55
Shift Light
............................... 2.22. 2.80
Shifting
.................................. 2- 18. 2.21
Into Park
.................................... 2-30
Out of Park
.................................. 2-33 Signaling Turns
................................ 2-39
SIR .......................................... 1-20
Skidding
...................................... 4-13
Specifications and Capacities
................. 6.63. 6.64
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance
............... 8-4
Speedometer
................................... 2-71
Stains. Cleaning
................................ 6-51
Starter Switch Check
............................ 7-48
Starting Your Engine
............................ 2-15
Steam
........................................ 5-12
Steering In Emergencies
............................... 4-10
Power
....................................... 4-9
Steering Column Park Lock Check
................. 7-49
Steering Wheel. Tilt
............................. 2-38
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-50
Storage. Vehicle
................................ 6-33
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
............... 5-32
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
.................. 5-36
Sunvisors
.................................... 2-62
Sunglasses Storage
.............................. 2-56
Sunroof
....................................... 2-63
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint
.................. 1-20
Symbols. Vehicle .................................. v
Tachometer .................................. 2-71
Taillamp Bulb Replacement
....................... 6-37
TapePlayerCare
............................... 3-20
Temnerature and Compass Display
................. 2-53
9-9