check engine GMC SAVANA 1997 Owner's Guide

Brakes
Brake Fluid
your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner
or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work
at all.
So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid.
Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak.
If you add fluid
when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much
fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add
(or remove) brake fluid, as necessary,
only when work is
dQne on the brake hydraulic system.
Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled
with DOT-3 brake fluid.
There
are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in
the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake
fluid
goes down to an acceptable level during normal
brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid
level goes back
up. The other reason is that fluid is
Zeaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have
If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill
on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine
is hot enough.
You or others could be burned,
and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake
fluid only when work
is done on the brake
hydraulic system.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to
check your brake fluid. See “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections” in the Index.
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Engine Identification -- Gasoline Engines
Engine “VORTEC”4300 “VORTEC”5000
Type V6 V8
VIN Code
w M
Fuel System CSFI’ CSFI*
]Central
Sequential Fuel Injection
2Sequential Fuel Injection
Wheel Nut Torque
MODEL TORQUE
All 140 ft-lb (190 N-m)
Cooling System Capacity
ENGINE VIN
“VORTEC”4300
“VORTEC”5000
“VORTEC”5700
“VORTEC”7400 W
M
R
J
QTJ “VORTEC”5700
V8
R
CSFI’
1 Without Rear Heater*
11
Quarts (10.4 L)
17 Quarts (16 L)
17 Quarts (16 L)
23 Quarts (2 1.8 L)
“VORTEC”7400
V8
J
SF12
rl With Rear Heater 8
14 Quarts (13.2 L)
20 Quarts (18.9 L)
20 Quarts (18.9 L)
26 Quarts (24.6 L)
After refill, the level MUST be checked as outlined under “Engine Cooling System” in Section 5.
*All quantities are approximate.
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Crankcase Capacity
ENGINE VIN Quantity With Filter
“VORTEC”4300 W 4.5 Quarts (4.3 L)
“VORTEC”5000
“VORTEC”5700
“VORTEC”7400 M
R
J
5 Quarts (4.8 L)
5 Quarts (4.8 L)
7 Quarts (6.5 L)
Fuel Tank Capacity
TYPE QUANTITY
Standard Tank 3 1 Gallons (1 17.33 L)
Optional Tank* * 55 Gallons (208.18 L)
*All quantities are approximate.
** 159’’ , 177” Wheelbase Vehicles Only.
All quantities are approximate. After refill, the level MUST be checked as outlined
under “Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations’’ in
Section
5.
**Add one additional quart for RPO 5Z1 and
WO KL5 Models.
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LAMP OR BULB INTERIOR
Dome Lamps
Reading Lamps
IP Courtesy Lamp
Stepwell Lamp
Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp
Ashtray Lamp
Sunshade Vanity Mirror
LAMP OR BULB
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator
Charging System Indicator Lamp
Instrument Cluster Illumination
Headlamp Beam Indicator
Turn Signal Indicator
Brake Warning Indicator
SIR (Air Bag)
Safety Belt Warning
Check Gages Indicator
Malfunction Indicator (“Service Engine Soon”) Lamp
TRADE NO.
211-2
211-2
194
194
194 194 74
TRADE NO.
74 74
194 74 74
74
74
74
74
74
QTY.
3
6
2
214
1
1
4
QTY.
1 1
6
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
We at General Motors want to help you keep your
vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know
exactly how you’ll drive it.
You may drive very short
distances only
a few times a week. Or you may drive
long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or
you may drive it to work, to do ---‘ands or in many
other ways.
Because
of all the different ways people use their GM
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need
more frequent checks and replacements than you’ll find
in the schedules in this section.
So please read this
section and note how you drive. If you have any
questions on how to keep your vehicle in good
condition, see your GM dealer.
This part tells
you the maintenance services you should
have done and when you should schedule them. If you
go
to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know
that GM-trained and supported service people will
perform the work using genuine GM parts. The proper fluids and lubricants
to use are listed in Part D.
Make sure whoever services
you vehicle uses these. All
parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done
before
you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
These schedules are for vehicles that:
0 carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s
CertificationEire label. See “Loading Your Vehicle’’
in the Index.
are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
use the recommended fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index.
Selecting the Right Schedule
First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is
right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which
schedule to follow:
Gasoline engine vehicles and diesel engine vehicles
have different maintenance requirements. If
you have a
diesel engine, follow a schedule designated for diesel
engine vehicles only.
See the Diesel Engine Supplement for diesel engine
maintenance schedules.
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Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at
150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after
150,000 miles (240 000 km).
See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” following.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
# Lubricate the front suspension, kingpin bushings,
steering linkage and rear driveline center splines.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic
Maintenance Inspection” in Part C of this schedule.
** Drive axle service (see “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index for proper lubricant to use):
0
a
a
Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first
engine oil change. At subsequent oil changes, check
fluid level and add fluid
as needed. If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every 15,000 miles (25
000 km).
Standard Differential -- Check fluid level and add
fluid as needed at every oil change. If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every 15,000 miles
(25 000 km).
More frequent lubrication may be required for
heavy-duty use.
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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule =- Gasoline Engines I
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
17 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
17 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
* *.)
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
**.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
(See footnote
+.)
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines
9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
needed. (See footnote **.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE
12,000 Miles (20 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
** .)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 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 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary. An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote? .)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
**.)
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust
or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission
Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles
sold in
th.e United States.
DATE SERVICED BY. ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines
I
18,000 Miles (30 000 km)
1
21,000 Miles (35 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice.
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service,
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
**.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation’’
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
(See footnote
+.)
Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
* *.)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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