oil GMC JIMMY 1999 Repair Manual

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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7-36
75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued)

Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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
(32
C) or higher.
± In hilly or mountainous terrain.
± When doing frequent trailer towing.
± Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid
and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)
Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)ACTUAL
SERVICED BY:MILEAGE
DATE

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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
(32
C) or higher.
± In hilly or mountainous terrain.
± When doing frequent trailer towing.
± Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid
and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
(Continued)ACTUAL
SERVICED BY:MILEAGE
DATE

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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7-38
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)

Replace fuel filter.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)
Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)ACTUAL
SERVICED BY:MILEAGE
DATE

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7-40
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed in this part are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in
Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See ªEngine Oilº in the Index for
further details.Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX
-COOL

coolant mixture if necessary. See ªEngine Coolantº in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See ªWindshield Washer Fluidº in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
See ªTiresº in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See ªAudio Systemsº in the Index
for further details.

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7-46 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.
Drive Axle Service
Check rear/front axle fluid level and add as needed.
Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Transfer Case (Four-Wheel Drive)
Inspection
Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front
axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary.
Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper
installation. More frequent lubrication may be required
on off
-road use.
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. Inspect other brake parts,
including 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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7-47
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
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine OilEngine Oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines ªStarburstº
symbol of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle's engine, see
ªEngine Oilº in the Index.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only GM
Goodwrench

DEX-COOL
or
Havoline
DEX-COOL

Coolant. See ªEngine Coolantº in
the Index.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco Supreme 11
Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. 12377967 or
equivalent DOT
-3 Brake Fluid).
USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
Washer Solvent
(GM Part No. 1051515)
or equivalent.
Hydraulic Clutch
SystemHydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent
DOT
-3 Brake Fluid).
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI # 2, Category LB or
GC
-LB.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid (GM
Part No. 1052884
- 1 pint,
1050017
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
Manual
TransmissionSynchromesh Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. 12345349
or equivalent).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant,
Superlube
(GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).

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Easy Entry Seat 1-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Equipment, Adding 3-41, 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical System 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Endgate/Liftgate 2-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Release 2-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Release 2-10, 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Rearglass Release 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Endgate-Mounted Spare 2-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 6-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Heater 2-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Level Check 7-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Temperature Gage 2-80 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust 2-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fan Noise 5-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification 6-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Level Check 7-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 5-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running While Parked 2-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 6-65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting 2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Coolant 6-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil 6-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding 6-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additives 6-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking 6-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Kind to Use 6-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Gage 2-83 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When to Change 6-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exhaust, Engine 2
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exit Lighting 2-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Express-Down Window 2-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fabric Cleaning 6-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fifth Gear, Manual Transmission 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Your Tank 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filter
Air 6
-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Oil 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Finish Care 6-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Finish Damage 6-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First Gear, Automatic Transmission 2-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First Gear, Manual Transmission 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flashers, Hazard Warning 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flash-to-Pass 2-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat Tire, Changing 5-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluids and Lubricants 7-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog Lamp Switch 2-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign Countries, Fuel 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fourth Gear, Manual Transmission 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Four-Wheel Drive 2-26, 6-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Four-Wheel Drive (Automatic Transfer Case) 2-29 . . . . . . . .
French Language Manual ii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Axle 6
-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Map Lamps 2-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Reading Lamps 2-51, 2-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Storage Area 2-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6-36 . . . . . . . . . .

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Fuel 6-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling a Portable Container 6-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Your Tank 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign Countries 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gage 2-85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse Block
Engine Compartment 6
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Panel 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gages
Engine Coolant Temperature 2-80 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Pressure 2-83 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel 2-85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voltmeter 2-78 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Garage Door Opener 2-56, 2-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas Cap 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gate Ajar Light 2-85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAWR 4-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Positions 2-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove Box 2-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8-5 . . . . .
Gross Axle Weight Rating 4-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide en Fran†ais ii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GVWR 4
-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Halogen Bulbs 6-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard Warning Flashers 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head Restraints 1-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamps 2-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulb Replacement 6-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High/Low Beam Changer 2-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Reminder 2-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance 8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heated Front Seats 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating 3-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Highway Hypnosis 4-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hill and Mountain Roads 4-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hitches, Trailer 4-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood 6-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn 2-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic Clutch 6-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic Clutch Check 7-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydroplaning 4-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition
Positions 2-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Lock Check 7-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Transmission Lock Check 7-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Illuminated Entry 2-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inflation, Tire 6-42, 7-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror 2-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Locks 2-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door 2-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Transmission Check 7-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key Lock Cylinder Service 7-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Door 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Door Security 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loss of Control 4-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Fuel Light 2-86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricants and Fluids 7-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication Service, Body 7-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage Carrier 2-64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lumbar Controls 1-3, 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Record 7-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Schedule 7-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Long Trip/Highway 7-6, 7-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Owner Checks and Services 7-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scheduled Maintenance Services 7-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Short Trip/City 7-5, 7-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance, Underbody 6-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2-81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Front Seat 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Lumbar Support 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Transmission
Check 7
-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid 6-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 2-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shifting 2
-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Your Engine 2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory Seat 1-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Methanol 6-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirrors 2-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Convex Outside 2-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrochromic Rearview 2-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Illuminated Visor Vanity 2-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside Day/Night Rearview 2-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside 2-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visor Vanity 2-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Model Reference iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mountain Roads 4
-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multifunction Lever 2-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Net, Convenience 2-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Neutral, Automatic Transmission 2-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Neutral, Manual Transmission 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº 2-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Night Vision 4-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Odometer 2-75 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive
Vehicle 4-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Off-Road Recovery 4-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil, Engine 6-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opener, Garage Door 2-56, 2-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Your Vehicle Off Paved Roads 4-14 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ordering Owner and Service Publications 8-12, 8-13 . . . . . . .