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Summary of Contents for 1993 Tracker

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Page 3: ...trols 81AudioSystems rn 101 Part 4 Your DrivingandtheRoad 117 I Part 5 Problems on the Road 189 I Part 6 Service Appearance Care 221 1 Part 7 Maintenance Schedule 281 1 Part 8 CustomerAssistanceInform...

Page 4: ...nada Limited for Chevrolet Geo Division whenever it appears in this manual For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propribtaires canadiens Vous pouvez vousprocurer un exemplaire de...

Page 5: ...cles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read the on pavement and off road driving guidelines in this manual See Driving Guid...

Page 6: ...five passenger Geo flagship Prizm or the adventurous off roader Geo Tracker No matter what Geo you drive you ll find designed in comfort and owner enjoyment in detail after careful detail Geo s are sa...

Page 7: ...gins with a brief list of its contents so you can often find at a glance if a part contains the information you want How to Use This Manual This part tells you how to use your manual and includes safe...

Page 8: ...u will also find mstomer satisfaction phone numbers including customer satisfaction numbers for the hearing and speech impaired as well as the mediationlarbitration procedure We ve also included order...

Page 9: ...amage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage I When you read other manuals yo...

Page 10: ...attery Acid Could Cause Burns Avoid Sparks or Flames Sparks or Flame Could Explode Battery These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven Fasten Safety Belts i...

Page 11: ...se symbols are on some of your controls Windshield Wiper Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster w Rear Window Wiper and Washer Rear Window Wiper Rear Window Defogger Q Air Conditioning VentilatingFan...

Page 12: ...se this Manual These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Fuel I 10 E 3 Brake w Hereare some other symbols you may see Hood Release Light...

Page 13: ...afety Belts Seats and Seat Controls 12 Why Safety Belts Work 19 Here Are Questions Many People Ask about Safety Belt Reminder Light 23 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 23 Children 30 Child Restraints...

Page 14: ...ou can lose control ofthe Lvehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and canfuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t wan...

Page 15: ...if youbuckle up your safety belts can t do theirjob when you re reclined like this The shoulderbelt can tdo itsjob because it won tbe againstyour body Instead it will be infront of you In a crash you...

Page 16: ...injury in a crash To raise or lower the restraint push in the release while you pull up or push down on the restraint Easy Entry Seats The front seats of your vehicle make it easy to get in and out o...

Page 17: ...hit the wrung control or pedaI causing an accident After you ve used it be sure to push rearward on m y easy entry seat to be sure it is locked I e To get out pull the release handle on the rear of th...

Page 18: ...f the seat by pulling only the knob on the side you wish to fold 16 3 Foldtheseatback down 4 Unlock the bottom part of the seat On the one piece rear seat pull out the release ring On thesplit rear se...

Page 19: ...t bar is secured To unfold the rear seats Keep your hands safety belts and other objects away from where the seat will rest 1 Pull the support bar out of the floor bracket and swing it up and toward t...

Page 20: ...so tells you some things you should not do with safety belts ADon t let anyone ride where they can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injurie...

Page 21: ...ld In them you won t get hurt even if you re not buckled up And some crashes can be sa serious like being hit by a train that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between...

Page 22: ...Seats Safety Belts Whenthebikehitsthe block it stops But the child keeps going A Take thesimplest car Suppose it s just a seat on wheels 1 A Put someone on it...

Page 23: ...r Get it up to speed Then stop the car The rider doesn t stop L The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 24: ...upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q Whydon tthey just putin air bags so people won t have t...

Page 25: ...of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START a light will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten thei...

Page 26: ...w to wear it properly 1 Close andlockthe door 2 Adjusttheseat to see how see Seats inthe Index so you can sit up straight Y 3 Pickup the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twist...

Page 27: ...e serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there...

Page 28: ...es Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you r 1 Q What swrongwiththis A Theshoulderbelt is wornunderthe arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times P You can be seriously injured b...

Page 29: ...you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle I Safety Belt Use during Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely...

Page 30: ...way it will lock Ifit does let it go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in t...

Page 31: ...quickly if you ever had to 3 Tomakethe lap part tight pulldown on the buckle end of the belt as you pullupon the shoulder part 1 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just...

Page 32: ...e age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies ASmaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will...

Page 33: ...your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on th...

Page 34: ...ant to secure the restraint in the front seat where you can keep an eye on the baby Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly II An unsecured child restraint W can move ar...

Page 35: ...with a top strap has been secured in the right front seat see Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat in the Index hook the top strap to the latch plate on the right rear seat lap shoulder...

Page 36: ...nt 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pull out the vehicle s safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will sho...

Page 37: ...e retractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push andpull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safe...

Page 38: ...traint as the instructions say 2 Secure the child in the child restraint 9 36 3 Pull out the vehicle s safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions...

Page 39: ...vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children who have outgrown chil...

Page 40: ...be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q Whatif a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very clos...

Page 41: ...safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coa...

Page 42: ...repaired even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision Q What s wrongwiththis A Thebeltis torn Torn or frayed belts maynot 1 b protectyou in a crash They can rip apart under impact...

Page 43: ...Notes...

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Page 45: ...48 Ignitionswitch 48 Starting Your Engine 49 Driving through Deep Standing Water 50 Five Speed Manual Transmission 54 Parking 60 EngineExhaust 64 Automatic Transmission 51 Four wheel Drive 57 Windows...

Page 46: ...the keys in a vehicle with young children Onekeyisused for the ignition the doors and all other locks When a new Tracker is delivered the dealer removes the metal plate from the key ring and gives it...

Page 47: ...will be far better off whenever y w drive your vehicle 1 I There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside Use your key To lock the door turn the key clockwise as far as it wi...

Page 48: ...in the tailgate correctly or you could damage your zipper The zipper connector is engaged It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgate window open Carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle Y...

Page 49: ...ional thieves so don t do it When you park your Geo and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering...

Page 50: ...in the P Park position ACC B Positioninwhichyoucan operate your electrical power accessories It unlocks the steering wheelandignition A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the...

Page 51: ...Park if your Geo is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to P Park only when your vehicle is stopped I Manual Transmission Shift your gear selector to neutral and hold the clutch...

Page 52: ...15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat...

Page 53: ...will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in P Park I if your transfer case is in N Neutral So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N Neutral See Shifting into P Park in the Ind...

Page 54: ...transmission Shift to r vour vehicle is To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow If You re in the Index 1...

Page 55: ...n Goingabout15mph 25 h h or more push your accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power 2 Second Gear This position gives you more power but lower fuel eco...

Page 56: ...mph 35 km h with the transfer case in 4L or you can damage your I V U I I b C Transmission This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission 1 Fist Gear Press the clutch pedal and shi...

Page 57: ...ake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when R Reverse To back up press you start or idle your engine down the clutch pedal and shift into R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pr...

Page 58: ...nomy If your speed drops below 20 mph 32 km h or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You mayhaveto downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running...

Page 59: ...lling a trailer see Parking on Hills cw Towing a Trailer in the Index f your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To shift out of...

Page 60: ...in the Index and get out To lock the hubs turn the hub dials to LOCK Don t drive in 2 H with the manual locking hubs in LOCK If yo1 you could damage your front 7 driveshaft parts I To unlock the hubs...

Page 61: ...r front axle to help drive your vehicle Use 4H when you need extra traction such as on wet or icy roads or in most off road situations N Neutral Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to b...

Page 62: ...one continuous motion Don t pause in N Neutral as you shift into 4H or your gears could clash 1 1 rn Parking ParkingBrake The parking brake lever is located between the seats 9 R I To set the parking...

Page 63: ...tion shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifiing into P Park AUTOMATIC TRANSMlSS ON It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with th...

Page 64: ...e parking brake firmly set Ifyou have f0 w wheel driveand your fer w e is i n N Neutral your vehicle will be freet o roll even ifyour shiftlever is in P Park So be sure the transfer case is i n a driv...

Page 65: ...e the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever I If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of P Park try this 1 Applyandholdt...

Page 66: ...kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaustsystemsounds strange or different Your...

Page 67: ...to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If...

Page 68: ...es Controls Windows Use the window crank to open and close each door window Rear Vent Windows Option To open a rear vent window pull the latch out and forward To close the window pull the latch in and...

Page 69: ...om when you xit and enter the vehicle otilt the wheel hold the steering vheeland lower the lever Move the teering wheel to a comfortable level hen raise the lever to its highest losition to lock the w...

Page 70: ...e turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when...

Page 71: ...ipers In addition most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lamps especially at dawn or dusk It is recommended that you check with your own State or Provincial highway authority for appl...

Page 72: ...m operation DaytimeRunning fights DM lndicator Light Canada If your vehicle was first sold when new in Canada youwillhavethislight on the instrument panel It goes on whenever the Daytime Running Light...

Page 73: ...hts or passing signal any time you need to To idle your vehicle with DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake 4 Interior Lights Dome Light The dome light...

Page 74: ...wiper blades may start then let go The wipers will stop prevent you from seeing well after one cycle If you want more enough in a storm to drive safely cycles holdthe lever on MIST longer Toavoid dama...

Page 75: ...eez and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also wate loesn t clean as well as washe luid B Don tmixwaterwith r Weedwasher To turn on your rear wiper push Push again to...

Page 76: ...rview Mirror You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Pull the tab for night Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more fr...

Page 77: ...ard you Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box Door Storage Compartments Your doors have a storage compartment Front Seat Side Pockets On the outside of each front seat is a storage pocket Inst...

Page 78: ...block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to the side If the visors swing too easily tighten the screw on the roof rail I H Passenger Assist cirtps Your Geo may have assis...

Page 79: ...rs and other things that bum into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage I I I I Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter push the lighter in a...

Page 80: ...Features Controls...

Page 81: ...arWindow Wiper Switch 8 Comfort Controls 9 AudioSystem ControVHeadlight Beam Lever 10 Lighter 11 Assist Grip 12 GloveBox 13 TransmissionShift Lever 14 CoinholderandBin 15 Transfer Case ShiftLever 16 P...

Page 82: ...hings you ll need to know to drive safely and economically Optional Cluster If you have the optional cluster your instrument panel gives you additional information The cluster includes a tachometer US...

Page 83: ...have a new odometer installed If possible the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had If it can t be then it s set at zero but a label on the driver s door must show the old reading...

Page 84: ...hat something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning...

Page 85: ...gage first indicates E you still have a little fuel left about one or two gallons but you need to get more right away Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All these situatio...

Page 86: ...ere s a problem This light will also come on when you set your parking brake and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released i...

Page 87: ...re driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving whil...

Page 88: ...your engine properly lubricated and cool The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil related problem Have it fixed right away The oil light could also come on in three other situations...

Page 89: ...covered by your I Convertible Top OPTION Your convertible top features a sunroof a removable rear window and a removable canvas top I A Don t change the center pillars or horizontal roof support These...

Page 90: ...top as it is being lowered or raised I e Don t lower the top ifit is dl p or w After E tc is down the trapp iter cause stains mildew and damage to in Je of your car Be e to dry off e top before you lo...

Page 91: ...p bow latch buttons and pull the latch back 3 Unhook the latch from the front top bow 3 4 Swing the front top bow up and back while folding the canvas top out from between the top bow and the roof sup...

Page 92: ...e your antenna Reverse the steps to close your sunroof Be sure your front top bow is latched securely Opening and Closing Your Rear Window Make sure your rear window is clean before you try to remove...

Page 93: ...window Be sure that it is completely closed Removing and Installing Your Rear Window 1 Unfasten the lower corner flaps on 2 There are two places on the canvas both sides on the tailgate marked PULL P...

Page 94: ...rner metal support of the rear side window frames 5 Unfastenthe rear sidewindows from 6 Hook the frames back to the body of the frames your vehicle Be sure the strap is above the frame so you don t pi...

Page 95: ...chfromthefronttop bow 9 Swingthefronttopbowbackso you ll have some slack in the canvas top IO Unhookthecanvastopfromthe front top bow 11 Unsnapthetensionstrapsatthe roofrailsandpullthestrapsout of the...

Page 96: ...dome light that hold the canvas top to the roof support 94 13 Slide out the rear corner pieces 14 Unsnap the canvas from the rear 15 Removethecanvas top from the top bow vehicle and lay inside up on a...

Page 97: ...ailgate 19 Pull the front top bow forward and lock it in place Reverse the steps to install your canvas top Be sure The front top bow is securely latched The rear side window frames are installed all...

Page 98: ...r Canvas Top for Storage 1 Lay the canvas top inside up on a clean dry flat surface 96 2 Fold the side windows onto the top 3 Fold the front part of the canvas top 4 Lay the rear window on top of the...

Page 99: ...5 Rollthecanvas top aroundtherear 6 Storeina clean dry location window 97...

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Page 103: ...rt Controls Heater Controls Heating 102 102 103 Bi LevelHeating 103 Ventilation 103 Defogging and Defrosting Windows 104 Air Conditioner Controls 104 Cooling 104 Dehumidifying 105 Rearwindow Defogger...

Page 104: ...he airflow Thisposition directs the airflow through the instrument panel vents This position directs air through d o the instrument panel vents and toward the floor WP This position directs air toward...

Page 105: ...on cool butsunny days This setting directs cool air toward your body and warmer air toward your feet 1 Move the air intake lever t o m 2 Move the airflow lever to 3 Move the temperature lever to the 4...

Page 106: ...er is explained under Heater Controls in this part The incoming air is cooled and dehumidified instead of being heated A C Push this button to change your comfort control system from heating to air co...

Page 107: ...r blade The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the switch to turn on the defogger An indicator light will come on below the switch to remind you that the...

Page 108: ...enter a car in cold weather move the fan lever toward for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your w...

Page 109: ...ape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your...

Page 110: ...tilthe correct minute appears AMW 1 2 3 4 5 6 sI tutu A YFM Stereo To Play the Radio Turn the ON VOL knob to turn the system on or off Volume Turn the ON VOL knob to adjust the volume AM FM Press AM F...

Page 111: ...l return when the station is stored Repeat these steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Treble Turn the TREB knob to the right to hear more treble Bass Turn the BASS control behind the TREB knob t...

Page 112: ...ontinue tuning and release when you find your station The displaywillindicatethefrequency of each station tuned Seek Press SEEK or SEEK4 and the radio will tune to the next higher or lower station and...

Page 113: ...one will be back to the treble and bass knobs Adjusting the Speakers Fade Turn the FADE knob to move the sound between the front and rear speakers Balance Turn the BAL control behind the FADE knob to...

Page 114: ...ess REW RCLlPROG or A Stop Eject to return to playing speed To Play the Next Selection Press NEXT to go forward to the beginning of the next selection For NEXT to work properly your tape must have at...

Page 115: ...o the system If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason you must enter the security code again before the system will turn on 1 Write down any four digit number 2 Turn the ignition switch to t...

Page 116: ...ss the SEEK4 buttonandholdit until the first digit of your code appears 3 Press the SEEK buttonandhold it until the second digit of your code appears 4 Press the TUNE4 button and hold it until the thi...

Page 117: ...most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try re...

Page 118: ...degrade over time Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Antenna Use the knob on the end of the antenna to raise the antenna or to push...

Page 119: ...118 DefensiveDriving 122 DrunkenDriving 123 Control of a Vehicle 126 Driving Guidelines 140 Off Road Driving with Your Geo Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 140 Drivingat Night 157 Driving in the Rain 160 Driv...

Page 120: ...a general warning Slow down and be careful when you see a yellow sign It may signal a railroad crossing ahead a no passing zone or line some other potentially dangerous situation Likewise a yellow so...

Page 121: ...eight sided sign means STOP It is always red with white letters w END DIVIDED HIGHWAY A DIAMOND shaped sign is a warning of something ahead for example a curve steep hill soft shoulder or a narrow br...

Page 122: ...bols A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do Traffic Lights We re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights Often green arrows are being used in the lights...

Page 123: ...rkings add to traffic signs and signals They give information to drivers without taking attention from the roadway A solid yellow line on your side of the road or lane means don t xoss Your Own Signal...

Page 124: ...uckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or oth...

Page 125: ...w that the most and the least dangerous times for driving every week fall on the same day That day is Sunday The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a m to 4 a m The safest time is Sunday from 10 a m...

Page 126: ...ink The drinker s bodyweight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Associa...

Page 127: ...t the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05...

Page 128: ...ing is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions and I judgment will be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drive after drinking Please don...

Page 129: ...lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pav...

Page 130: ...tly brake replacement mucl iooner than normal and it educesfuel econo If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That mea...

Page 131: ...et s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you slowing down The computer works the brakes at the rear wheels It is programmed to make the most of available...

Page 132: ...lar braking When you shift back into two wheel drive you will have anti lock again 130 Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Geo has front disc and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear wornan...

Page 133: ...nings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could...

Page 134: ...ill give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure When you do you can maintain steering control In many emerge...

Page 135: ...aces You can lose control The same thing can happen if you re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places...

Page 136: ...room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your Geo can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes but not enough to lock your front wheels It is bett...

Page 137: ...hat your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to 1 4 turn B until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight...

Page 138: ...in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passin...

Page 139: ...lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes...

Page 140: ...s asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avo...

Page 141: ...eering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is...

Page 142: ...peeds as conventional two wheel drive vehicles any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorilyunder off road conditions If at all possible avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuv...

Page 143: ...four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fluid levels up where they should be What are the local laws that apply to off roading where you l...

Page 144: ...Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible Unsecured cargo on the load I You ll find other important information inthismanual See Vehicle Loading and Tires in the Index Traveling...

Page 145: ...e I best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed Here are some things to keep in mind At higher speeds You approach things faster andyou have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles...

Page 146: ...obstacles can be hazardous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you re not prepared for them Often these obstacles are hidden by grass bushes snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain it...

Page 147: ...road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alc...

Page 148: ...ly a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is...

Page 149: ...heel Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed Don t use more power than you need because you don t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding Try to drive straight upthe hill i...

Page 150: ...ccident There could be a drop off embankment cliff o r even another vehicle You could be seriously injured or killed As you near the top of a hill slow down and stay alert I Q What should I doifmyvehi...

Page 151: ...p a hill Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into N Neutral or depressing the clutch if you have a manual transmission to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This won t work Your ve...

Page 152: ...al position on the transfer case overrides the transmission If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to P Park or put your manual transmissionin first ge...

Page 153: ...ly the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q A 0 0 Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill Yes These are important becau...

Page 154: ...nhill here s what to do Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake Shift to P Park or to Neutral with the manual transmission and while still braking restart the engine S...

Page 155: ...spots or evenwet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles canmake the...

Page 156: ...rting to slide sideways turn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping However a much better way to prevent this is to get out and walk the course so you know...

Page 157: ...lly deep mud the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you don t get stuck When you drive on sand you ll sense a change in wheel traction But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is On loo...

Page 158: ...it you probably won t get through Also water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts If the water isn t too deep then drive through it slowly At fast speeds water splashes on your ignit...

Page 159: ...is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defe...

Page 160: ...ailway crossings You may want to put on your sunglasses after you have pulled into a brightly lighted service or refreshment area Eyes shielded from that glare may adjust more quickly to darkness back...

Page 161: ...iving Suggestions Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film ca...

Page 162: ...the road and even people walking Road spray can often be worse for vision than rain especially if it comes from a dirty road So it is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your win...

Page 163: ...e in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road Ifyou can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there co...

Page 164: ...ty will be reduced quickly The biggest dangers are striking the vehicle ahead or being struck by the one behind Try to read the fog density down the road If the vehicle ahead starts to become less cle...

Page 165: ...your windshield wipers and washer occasionally Moisture can build up on the outside glass and what seems to be fog may actually be moisture on the outside of your windshield Treat dense fog as an eme...

Page 166: ...T r y to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next section Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there be...

Page 167: ...lem But if it is heavy find a gap as you move along the entering lane and time your approach Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your rearview m...

Page 168: ...e next exit At each exit point is a deceleration lane Ideally it should be long enough for you to enter it at freeway speed after signaling of course and then do your braking before moving onto the ex...

Page 169: ...first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service...

Page 170: ...o not have controlled access you ll want to watch for some situations not usually found on freeways Examples are stop signs and signals shopping centers with direct access to the highway no passing zo...

Page 171: ...er you have Ifyou get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency As in any driving...

Page 172: ...don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your bra...

Page 173: ...top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident Youmay see highwaysignson mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no...

Page 174: ...at the right side of your vehicle Parking Downhill Turn your wheels to the right You don t have to jam your tires against the curb if there is a curb A gentle contact is all you need 172 If you re go...

Page 175: ...o P Park properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting into P Park in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of P Park BEFORE you release the parking...

Page 176: ...probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and willneedtobevery careful...

Page 177: ...ometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actua...

Page 178: ...around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep co out Run your engine only a...

Page 179: ...If You re Stuck in Deep Snow This manual explains how to get the vehicle out of deep snow without damagingit See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index rn Towing a Trailer Pulling a trailer improperly can...

Page 180: ...s such as the engine transmission wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under grea...

Page 181: ...nds 680 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are...

Page 182: ...gh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your V...

Page 183: ...ay be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your ri...

Page 184: ...o get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer a...

Page 185: ...ck up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs tr...

Page 186: ...Just drive in fourth gear or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to mov...

Page 187: ...after Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Startyourengine Shiftintoa gear and Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until th...

Page 188: ...rear Follow these steps 1 Put the rear wheels on a dolly NOTlCE Do not tow your Geo with the re wheels in contact with the grounL or the transmission could be damaged 2 Settheparking brake 3 If your G...

Page 189: ...c I free wheelinghubs or two whet drive do not tow it on all fa I wheels If you do you transmission could be damaged I If you have a four wheel drive vehicle with manual free wheeling hubs it can be t...

Page 190: ...every 200 miles 300 km and start the engine Leave the transfer case shift lever in N Neutral Shift your automatic transmission to D Drive leave a manual transmission in 2 Second and release the clutch...

Page 191: ...to do about some problems that can occur on the road Problems on the Road HazardWarning Flashers 190 rumpstarting 191 I owingYourVehicle 196 3ngineOverheating 200 faTireGoesFlat 208 fYou reStuck In Sa...

Page 192: ...t omak our fr ont and rear turn signal lights flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn again off the flashers push...

Page 193: ...ey contain gas that can They contain enough electricity If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these thin can hurt you you explode or ignite to burn you Ignoring these steps could resu...

Page 194: ...can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Geo and the bad grounding could darnage t...

Page 195: ...and negative terminals on each battery Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more ligh...

Page 196: ...go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect to or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Fans or other moving engine parts...

Page 197: ...t let the other end touch anything until thenext step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the d...

Page 198: ...B Good Battery C Dead Battery r L Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Geo The usual towing equipment is a sling type A or a wheel lift B or car carrie...

Page 199: ...let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Nevertowwith damaged parts not fully secured 0 Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by...

Page 200: ...towed on the front wheels don t go more than 55 mph 90 km h 9 198 CAUTION Don thaveyour vehicle towedwith the I rear wheels in contact with the ground If a vehicle must be towed from the I A vehicle c...

Page 201: ...tachment brackets Position the lower sling crossbar in front and against 4x4 wood beam Attach a separate safety chain around outboard end of each lower control arm Rear Towing Hook Ups Attach J hooks...

Page 202: ...ling crossbar under and forward of the rear bumper 200 A L Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each side of the rear axle H Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature...

Page 203: ...cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly bur...

Page 204: ...at the so off highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to N Neutral If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower f...

Page 205: ...nside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at or above FULL If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses ra...

Page 206: ...ure of clean water preferably distilled and the proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix A Adding only plain wat...

Page 207: ...If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it I I Steam and s...

Page 208: ...is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hissmeans there is still some...

Page 209: ...re cap off 6 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be l...

Page 210: ...grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts muchlike a skidandmay require the sa...

Page 211: ...Reverse 4 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a 5 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put chocks at the front and rear of the...

Page 212: ...The jack handle is under the driver s seat 210 Start with the jack A jack handle B and wheel wrench C Thesparetire is mounted on your tailgate Pull the cover off of the spare tire...

Page 213: ...heel wrench Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket and place it near your flat tire Attach the jack handle to the jack bolt Rotate the jack handle clockwise to the right That will raise the l...

Page 214: ...ous If L I I vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 212 Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned...

Page 215: ...cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rustor dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to...

Page 216: ...orgreaseon 1 studsornuts If you do the nutsmightcome loose Your wheelcouldfall off causinga seriousaccident I 214 Replace the wheelnutswiththerounded end of thenutstowardthe wheel Tighteneachnut by ha...

Page 217: ...hown I I A nuts Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel can cause the wheel to I become loose or even came off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you ha...

Page 218: ...Seat Replace the jack jack handle flat tire and wheel wrench Storing a tire in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle ould cause injury Be sure to store the jack and other equipment properly In a sud...

Page 219: ...you or others could be injured And the transmission and other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little...

Page 220: ...you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear If that doesn t get you out after a few tries youmayneed to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks If you...

Page 221: ...e straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back I Never use the recovery hooks to tow the...

Page 222: ...Notes 220...

Page 223: ...lease 227 Engineoil 229 Aircleaner 233 Automatic Transmission Fluid 234 Manual Transmission Fluid 237 Clutch Adjustment 238 RearAxle 238 Four WheelDrive 239 Enginecoolant 240 Power Steering Fluid 243...

Page 224: ...rvice your Geo than this manual can To order the properservicemanual see Service Publications in the Index Youshouldkeep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any servi...

Page 225: ...e s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fu...

Page 226: ...at 5 or less there must be cosolvents and corrosion eventersin this fuel nhpll Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your e...

Page 227: ...Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even one tankful your emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plugs can get fouled the exha...

Page 228: ...line on you and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is m...

Page 229: ...t pull the release handle inside the glove box Then go to the front of the vehicle push down lightly on the hood and push the hood release lever to your left Lift the hood release the hood prop from i...

Page 230: ...ill Cap 4 BrakeFluid Reservoir 5 Air Cleaner 6 Power Steering Reservoir Option 7 EngineCoolant Reservoir 8 Radiator Cap 9 Electric Fan 10 EngineOilDipstick 11 Windshield Washer Reservoir 12 Main Fuse...

Page 231: ...ine oil level every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back...

Page 232: ...to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper o...

Page 233: ...OLD WEATHER you use oils that don t have the IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SAE 1OW 30 GRADE OILS AREAVAILABLE SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE BG designation you can cause engine damage not c...

Page 234: ...When toChangeEngineOil See if any one of these is true for you Most trips are less than 4 miles 6km It s below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles 16 km The engine is at low speed m...

Page 235: ...und into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service...

Page 236: ...AutomaticTmnsmissianFluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to...

Page 237: ...es 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F lO C drive the vehicle in D Third Gear until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for ten minutes T...

Page 238: ...ick and readthelowerlevel The fluidlevel must be in the COLD A area for a cold check or in the HOT B or cross hatched area for a hot check 4 If the fluid level is where it should be push the dipstick...

Page 239: ...operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at a Geo dealership Service Department Ifyou do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false r...

Page 240: ...d in your Maintenance Schedule To check push the clutch pedal down with your hand until you feel some resistance to movement of the pedal If the pedal moves freely up to an inch 25 mm or so before you...

Page 241: ...when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant...

Page 242: ...oolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index The proper coolant for your Ge...

Page 243: ...ch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeve or approved recycled coolant I Some conditions such as air trapped in the cooling system can affect the...

Page 244: ...diator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pres...

Page 245: ...re cap an AC cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the...

Page 246: ...t the MAX mark When the engine compartment is cool the level should be at the MIN mark What to Add Refer to the Maintenlance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and...

Page 247: ...s why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder 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 flu...

Page 248: ...d reservoir The fluid levels should be above MIN If they aren t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the the brake hydraulic system make sure the levels are a...

Page 249: ...rk properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to...

Page 250: ...repare your vehicle for longer storage periods See Replacement Bulbs in the Index to check the size and type of bulb you need to use Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can uur...

Page 251: ...the headlight bulb straight out Save the lock ring and use with the new bulb 5 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Front Parking and Turn Signal Lights To replace the parking and turn signal bulb 1 Open...

Page 252: ...edge The housing should pull away from the vehicle i 2 Turn the socket to the left and pull it 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Rear Sidemarker Lights To replace t...

Page 253: ...ation bulbs 1 Removethetwo screws from the combination lights 2 Pull the combination light out far enough to reach the bulb socket 3 Turn the socket to the left and pull it 4 Pull the bulb out of the...

Page 254: ...other label is the Certification label 1 1 found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR inclu...

Page 255: ...r vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats When you carry something inside the vehicle...

Page 256: ...unctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure your tires have been damaged replace them the correct high speed rated tires Underinflated t...

Page 257: ...g at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have valve caps be sure to put them back...

Page 258: ...hange a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later...

Page 259: ...ring normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by a MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Sp...

Page 260: ...ified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction t...

Page 261: ...ngest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the...

Page 262: ...replacement NOTlCE 260 The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brakc cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlight aim bump height vehicle ground cleara and tire or tire chain...

Page 263: ...osed space When you use anything in a container to clean your Geo be sure to follow the instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your...

Page 264: ...t typespot lifter and a Foam type powdered cleaner They will lean normal spots and stains very well Here are some cleaning tips Alwaysreadthe instructions onthe Clean up stains as soon as you can clea...

Page 265: ...e the suds Rinsethe section with a clean wet sponge Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth Then dry it immediately with an air hose a hair dryer or a heat lamp Be careful with...

Page 266: ...er which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still need to clean your upholstery often to keep it looking new Further information on cleaning is available on 1 800 433 3296 i...

Page 267: ...250 ml of lukewarm water Finally if needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner I CombinationStains Like candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknownstains Carefully scrape off excess stain t...

Page 268: ...eaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 10...

Page 269: ...st way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical de...

Page 270: ...clean cool or lukewarm water Don t use a dry cloth Wipe in one direction only not back and forth Toremove frost snow or ice use lukewarm water Don t use a scraper or any de icing fluids Wash the windo...

Page 271: ...ake them last longer seal better and not squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or repl...

Page 272: ...though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas...

Page 273: ...rnAppearance Careand MaintenanceMaterials Not recommended forpigskinsuede leather See your GeneralMotors Dealersfor these products See your MaintenanceSchedulefor other products 271...

Page 274: ...GM engine This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts in this section IService Pads Identification Lube1 You ll find this label inside the glove box on the door I...

Page 275: ...fires caused by electrical problems The main fuse box in your engine compartment on the right side It protects all electrical loads For access to the main fuses pull off cover A spare fuse is also in...

Page 276: ...are fuse you can borrow one Just pick some feature of your car that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse ifit is the size you need Replace it as soon as you c...

Page 277: ...Instrument Cluster Lights 15A 4 Stop Lights Horn 15A 5 Hazard Lights 15A 6 Door Lock Option 20A 7 Lighter Radio 20A 8 Ignition System Warning and Indicator Lights 15A 9 Turn Signal Lights Back up Lig...

Page 278: ...g System 9433184 Check Engine 9433184 Engineoil Pressure 9433184 Indicator and Warning Brake 9433184 4WD 9433184 Headlight HighBeam 9433184 Safety Belt 9433184 TurnSignal 9433184 Instrument Cluster 96...

Page 279: ...Tension Deflect Belt 0 31 0 47 in 8 12 mm 22 Ibs 10 kg Pressure FanBeltTension Deflect Belt 0 20 0 32 in 5 8 mm 22 Ibs 10 kg Pressure Thermostat Temperature Specification 180 F 82 C Replacement Parts...

Page 280: ...er Change 4 2qt 4 0L Front Differential 1 1 qt 1 OL Manual Transmission 1 6 qt 1 5 L Rear Differential 2 3 qt 2 2L Transfer Case 1 8 qt 1 7 L Wheel Nuts Wheel Nut Torque 60lb f t 80N m Not all air con...

Page 281: ...Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 86 6 2 200 mm Tread Front 5 4 9 1 395 mm Rear 55 I 1 400 mm Length 1 4 2 5 3 620mm Width 64 2 1 630 mm Height 65 1 651 mm 279...

Page 282: ...Notes...

Page 283: ...electing the Right Schedule 285 Schedule1 286 Schedule11 288 Explanation of Scheduled MaintenanceServices 290 Other Emission Related MaintenanceService 295 Other Non Emission Related Maintenance Servi...

Page 284: ...ead this part and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your Geo dealer the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done You...

Page 285: ...trying to do some jobs youcanbe I seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qual...

Page 286: ...your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Section E Maintenance Record provides a place for you to record th...

Page 287: ...e Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal usetherecommendedunleaded fuel See Fuel in the driving limits Index Selecting the RiQht Schedule First you ll ne...

Page 288: ...Emission Control Service The U S Environmental Protection Agency has determined thatthefailure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior t...

Page 289: ...nthis schedule up to 6 0 O O O miles 1 0 0 OOO km should be performed after 60 OOO miles 100 OOO k m at the same intervals MILES 0001 3 16 17 5 19 112115118121b2 5124127130133136137 513914214514815015...

Page 290: ...limit recall liability I I I WHAT TO SERVICE ITEM See Explanation o f ScheduledMaintenance NO Services following Schedules I and II I WHEN TO PERFORM Miles kilometers or Months whichever occurs first...

Page 291: ...Theservicesshown in this scheduleup to 1 0 0 O O O miles 160 OOO km should be performedafter 100 OOO miles 160 OOO km at the same intervals...

Page 292: ...roper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else driv...

Page 293: ...r the automatic transmission check the fluid level every timetheoilis changed See Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index Inspect for damage and leaks and change the fluid every 15 000 miles 25 OOO...

Page 294: ...Replace the valve every 50 000 miles 83 OOO km as well as any worn plugged or collapsed hoses 8 PositiveCrankcaseVentilation PCV Valve ITEM NO SERVICE 9 ExhaustGasRecirculation EGR System Inspection...

Page 295: ...166 OOO km intervals 14 EngineControlModule ECM andAssociated Sensors Inspection Inspect at 100 OOO mile 166 OOO km intervals 15 FuelInjectorInspection Inspectat 1 0 0 O O O mile 166 OOO km intervals...

Page 296: ...and loose fittings especially if the vehicle is used off road An Emission Control Service 9 9 294 ITEM NO SERVICE 18 PowerSteeringSystemInspection Checkthe power steering gear box pump and hose conne...

Page 297: ...000 km or 30month intervals Replace the belt at 60 000miles 100 OOO km and 120 000miles 200 OOO km An Emission Control Service ITEM NO SERVICE 4 WiringHarnessandConnectorsInspection At 60 000miles 100...

Page 298: ...smission Only At each oil change inspect for correct free play and positive engagement See Clutch Adjustment in the Index Maintenance Schedule Uther Nun Emissun Related Maintenance Service ITEM 4 Tire...

Page 299: ...ection If Equipped At each oil change inspect the locking front hubs for correct operation Repair or replace if necessary Both hubs must operate correctly for the front axle to power the front wheels...

Page 300: ...I Engine OilLevel Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details I I Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant levelin the coolant...

Page 301: ...x for further details l At least Twice a Year CHECK I OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO FluidLevel Check Check the transfer case axle differential s and automatic or manual transmission fluid levels and add as...

Page 302: ...the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary and the NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it 3 On a...

Page 303: ...d the vehicle It should be parked on a 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3...

Page 304: ...You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front VI your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the Park on...

Page 305: ...aks cracks chafing etc On vehicles equipped with manual steering check for seal leakage Clean and then inspect drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Inspect the...

Page 306: ...ding drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You mayneed to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent brakin...

Page 307: ...To determine proper viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index 50 50 mixture of water preferably distilled and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 conf...

Page 308: ...ulti PurposeLubricant GM Part No 12345120 or syntheticSAE 5W 30engineoil or siliconelubricant GM Part No 1052276or 1052277 Automatic Transmission Engineoil Shift Linkage ClutchLinkagePivot Lithiumbase...

Page 309: ...SAE 75W 90 GL 4 gear lubricant GM Part No 12345871 a Engine oil b Chassis lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497or equivalent Engine oil Dielectric Sili...

Page 310: ...respond to the odometer reading and who performed the service in the maintenance performed Also you should retain all columns indicated When completing the Maintenance maintenance receipts Your owner...

Page 311: ...DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 312: ...Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record Cont...

Page 313: ...efects Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure 312 GMParticipationinBetterBusinessBureau MediatiodArbitrationProgram 313 Reporting Safety Defects to theUnitedStatesGovernment 3...

Page 314: ...TWO If after contacting a member of Dealership Management it appears your problem cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Geo Customer Assistance Center by call...

Page 315: ...ho have hearing difficulties Chevrolet Geo has installed special TDD Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf equipment in its Customer Assistance Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has...

Page 316: ...he vehicle identification number VIN of your vehicle and a statement of the nature of your complaint BBB staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation If mediation is not successful or...

Page 317: ...so contact the Chevrolet Geo Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 This program maynot be available in all states depending on state law Canadian owners refer to your warranty booklet a...

Page 318: ...efect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa Ontario K1G 352 Reporting Safety Defect...

Page 319: ...rs have access to a 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 nationwide networ kof jealer recommended service providers The following services are available Towing Locksmith Tire Repair GlassReplacement Rental c...

Page 320: ...g to General Motors of Canada Limited Service Publications Department 1908 Colonel Sam Dr Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Chevrolet Geo regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Chevrolet Geo...

Page 321: ...get one What You ll Find in the Index A list of all PSP s published by Chevrolet Geo in a model year 1990 or later PSP s covering all models of Chevrolet Geo cars or light trucks less than 10 000poun...

Page 322: ...ndex is mailed to you There is no charge for indexes for the 1990 1993 model years Toll Free Telephone Number If you want an additional ordering form for an index or a subscription just call toll free...

Page 323: ...n Form Number Price 1991 All PSP S PSP 91 4 40 00 1990 All PSP S PSP 90 4 40 00 For subscription information callHelm Incorporated SERVICEMANUALS Service Manuals havethe diagnosis repair and overhauli...

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Page 326: ...higan 48207 ORDER TOLL FREE Minimum Credit Card Order 10 00 NOTE For credit Card Older Orders Only If further information is needed write Helm or call Dl 883 1330 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 30A M...

Page 327: ...linder 245 Parking 60 PedalTravel 131 Rear Drum 130 System Parts Replacing 247 SystemWarning Light 84 Trailer 181 Wear Indicators Disc 130 Braking 127 Braking inEmergencies 132 Break In New Vehicle 48...

Page 328: ...ness 7 1 Comfort 102 Features and 43 Heater 102 Seats and Seat 12 ConvertibleTop 87 Convex OutsideMirror 74 Coolant Adding 242 Engine 240 Overheating 200 Radiator How to Add Coolant to the 206 Recover...

Page 329: ...208 Fluid Using Foam TypeCleaner on 263 Five Speed Manual Transmission 54 Flow Through Ventilation System 106 AutomaticTransmission 234 Manual Transmission 237 Recommended 271 305 Windshield Washer 2...

Page 330: ...r Vehicle 272 Ignition Switch 48 Incline Driving across an 152 Incline Stalling on an 154 Indicators Warning Lights Gages and 82 Inflation Tire Pressure 254 Inspections Periodic Maintenance 303 Instru...

Page 331: ...nside Day Night Rearview 74 Outside Manual Adjust 74 Mud Sand Snow or Ice Driving in 155 N e w Vehicle Break In 48 Night Driving at 157 Driving Suggestions A Few More 159 Vision 158 odometer Speedomet...

Page 332: ...FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 110 Rain Drivingin the 160 Rainy Weather Tips SomeOther 161 RearAxle 238 Rear Drum Brakes 131 Rear Vent Windows 66 Rear Window Defogger 105 Opening and Closing You...

Page 333: ...You re Stuck in 217 Scanning the Terrain 144 Scheduled Maintenance Service 285 Seatback Reclining Front 13 Seats And Safety Belts 11 And Seat Controls 12 Easy Entry 14 Folding Rear 15 Front 12 Reclini...

Page 334: ...ding Information Label 252 New 256 Rotation 255 TemperatureGrades 258 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s 180 Traction Grades 258 Treadwear 258 Uniform QualityGrading 257 AM FM Stereo 109 AM FM Stereowith...

Page 335: ...onment and Your 282 Identification Number 272 Leaving withthe Engine Running 62 Loading Your 252 Parking Your 63 Storage 247 Symbols 18 TowingYour 196 Towing Recreational 186 Vent Windows Rear 66 Vent...

Page 336: ...Index Windshield Cleaning 267 Washer Fluid 244 Wiper Washer Lever 72 Winter Driving 173 Wiper Washer Rear Window 73 Wiper Washer Lever Windshield 72 I 334...

Page 337: ...Notes 335...

Page 338: ...ne is warm If the engine is cool the level shouldbe at the LOW mark or a little higher See Page 240 Engine Oil Dipstick See Page229 Cold TirePressure See Tire LoadingInformation label on the inside of...

Page 339: ...TM WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National lnslltute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE TI LHtVIWLt r ml...

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