Page 1 1994 TRACKER...
Page 2 1994 Owner’s Manual Geo Tracker Table of Contents How to Use This Manual Introduction ;..:::; Seats & Restraint Systems Part 1 Features & Controls Part 2 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Part Your Driving Road Part 4 Problems Road Part Service &...
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Page 4 CONVERTIBLE HARDTOP UTILITY UTILITY About Driving Your Tracker As with other vehicles of this type. f d u r e 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 Guidelines”...
Page 5 How to Use This Manual Part Seats & Restraint Systems: This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Part Features & Controls: This part explains how to start and operate your Geo. Part 3 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems: This part tells you how to adjust the comfort controls and how to operate your sound system.
Page 6 Part 8 Customer Assistance Information: This part includes important information about reporting safety defects and gives you details about the “Roadside Assistance” program. will also find customer satisfaction phone numbers These mean there is something that (including customer satisfaction numbers could hurt you or other people.
Page 7 How to Use This Manual These symbols are important for you and Vehicle Symbols NOTICE: your passengers whenever your vehicle is These are some of the symbols you will driven: find on your vehicle. For example. these symbols are used on an original battery: These mean there is something that Fasten Safety Belts could damage your vehicle.
Page 8 Recirculate These symbols are used on warning and These symbols are on some of your Inside Air indicator lights: controls: Engine Coolant Windshield Wiper Circulate Temperature Outside Air Windshield Washer Battery Charging System Bi-Level Fuel Windshield Defroster Vent Engine Oil Pressure Rear Window Wiper and Washer Heater...
Page 9 How to Use This Manual Here are some other symbols you may see: Hood Release Lighter Horn . . . a...
Page 10 Part Seats & Restraint Systems H e r e you'll find information about the seats in your Geo ..... . Seats and Seat Controls .
Page 11 Seats and Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, head restraints, seatback latches, easy entry seats and the folding rear seatback. Front Seat Reclining Front Seatbacks T o adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the Iuter side of the seat.
Page 12 &-:;..:. , . Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some vehicles and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance o f a neck injury in a crash.
Page 13 Seats and Restraint Systems raise or lower the restraint, push in the Easy Entry Seats release while you pull up or push down The front seats of your vehicle make it on the restraint. easy to get in and out of the rear seat. When you pull up on the recliner release lever, the seatback will tilt forward and the whole seat will slide...
Page 14 Fold the seatback down. Pull the knobs on both sides o f the Folding Rear Seat seatback. I f you have a split rear seat, you can f o l d half of the seat by pulling The rear seat in your Geo folds to provide only the knob on the side you want to more cargo space.
Page 15 Seats and Restraint Systems ’. 4. Unlock the bottom part of the seat. i. Find the support bar the bottom Push the support bar into the floor the seat. This bar keeps the rear seat sure the support bar is bracket.
Page 16 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. ’his figure lights up as a reminder to tou never know if you’ll be in a crash. If luckle up.
Page 17 Seats and Restraint Systems When the bike hits the block, it stops. But Fdke the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's Why Safety Belts Work the child keeps going! just a seat on wheels. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.
Page 18 The person keeps going until stopped by Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. Put someone on it. something. I'he rider doesn't stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the . . . windshield...
Page 19 Seats and Restraint Systems Many People Ask about Safety Belts and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you or the instrument panel the safety belts! can easily unbuckle a safety belt, even...
Page 20 How to Wear Safety has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That’s Belts Properly true not only frontal collisions, but especially side and other collisions. Adults If I’m a good driver, and never This section is only for people of adult drive far from home, why should I size.
Page 21 Seats and Restraint Systems Pick up the latch plate and pull the First, you’ll want to know which restraint Lap-Shoulder Belt belt across you. Don’t let it get systems your vehicle has. The driver has a lap-shouldcr bclt. Here‘s twisted. wear properly.
Page 22 The lap part of the belt should be worn To make the lap part tight, pull down What’s wrong with this? on the buckle end of the belt as you low and snug on the hips, just touching pull up on the shoulder belt. the thighs.
Page 23 Seats and Restraint Systems : What's wrong with this? Q: What's wrong with this? What's wrong with this? : The shoulder- belt worn under the buckled in the wrong The belt arm. should be worn over- the \: The belt is twisted across the body.
Page 24 Safety Belt Use during Passenger Positions To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position out of the way. Safety belts work for everyone, including The right front passenger’s safety belt Before you close the door, be sure the belt pregnant women.
Page 25 Seats and Restraint Systems Pull up on the latch plate to make sure is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long eqough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 26 To make the lap part tight, pull down The lap part of the belt should be worn on the buckle end of the belt as you low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force pull up on the shoulder part.
Page 27 Seats and Restraint Systems Smaller Children and Babies To unlatch the belt, just push the Children button on the buckle. Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a...
Page 28 Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or booklet, or both. These restraints belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance personal injury.
Page 29 Seats and Restraint Systems 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release Securing a Child Restraint in the Rear Top Strap button is positioned so you would be Seat able to unbuckle the safety belt If your child restraint has a top strap, quickly if you ever had to.
Page 30 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the Push and pull the child restraint way out of the retractor to set the lock. belt into the retractor while you push different directions to be sure it is down on the child restraint.
Page 31 Seats and Restraint Systems The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. Buckle the belt. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Make sure the release button is Front Seat positioned...
Page 32 7. To Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the tighten the belt, feed the shoulder 8. Push and pull the child restraint in way out of the retractor to set the lock. belt back into the retractor while you different directions to be sure it is push down on the child restraint.
Page 33 Seats and Restraint Systems Children who aren’t buckled up can Larger Children strike other people who are. Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly.
Page 34 What if a child is wearing a This applies belt force the child’s is so lap-shoulder belt, but the child pelvic bones in a crash. small that the shoulder belt is very Safety Belt Extender close to the child’s face or neck? If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten Move the child toward the center of around you, you should use it.
Page 35 Seats and Restraint Systems Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts.
Page 36 Part Features & Controls ............Keys .
Page 37 Features and Controls NOTICE: Your Geo has a number of features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have an extra key.
Page 38 Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock To lock the door from the inside, push your vehicle: down the button on the door. To unlock pull up on the button. From the outside, use your key. To lock the door, turn the key toward the front of Leaving Your Vehicle the vehicle.
Page 39 Features and Controls If you have a convertible, be sure to unzil Tailgate the rear plastic window completely befort Use your key to lock or unlock your opening the tailgate. See "Opening and tailgate. Closing Your Rear Window" in the Index Open tailgate the bottom of the...
Page 40 Theft New Vehicle "Break-in" Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Geo has a NOTICE: number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are Your modern Geo doesn‘t need an ways you can help.
Page 41 Features and Controls (C): Starting Your Engine Position to which the switch returns after start your engine and Automatic transmission: Move your release the switch. The switch stays in the shift lever to “P” (Park) or “N’ (Neutral). “ON’ position when the engine is Your engine won’t start in any other running.
Page 42 Engine Coolant Heater (Engine NOTICE: NOTICE: Block Heatel‘) (CANADA) Holding your key in “START” for Your engine is designed to work with In very cold weather, 0 O F C) or the electronics in your vehicle. If you longer than 15 seconds at a time will colder, the engine coolant heater can help.
Page 43 Features and Controls NOTICE: After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things.
Page 44 D (Drive) N (Neutral) Ensure the shift lever is fully in “F‘” (Park) range before starting the engine. This position is for normal driving. If you In this position, your engine doesn’t Your Geo has a brake-transmission shift connect with the wheels. To restart when need more power for passing, and you’re: interlock.
Page 45 Features and Controls 2 (Second Gear) L (Low Press the clutch Gear) you let pedal as on the accelerator This position gives you even more power pedal and shift into “2.” Then, slowly (but lower fuel economy) than “2.” You let up on the clutch pedal as you press can use it on very steep hills, or in deep the accelerator pedal.
Page 46 Shiff Speeds (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) NOTICE: This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. Shift to “R” (Reverse) only after your MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS, IN MPH (km/h) vehicle is stopped. Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is mov- Acceleration Shift Speed Cruise...
Page 47 Features and Controls Four-wheel Drive If 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 two-wheel drive and into four-wheel drive, lock the freewheeling hubs and move the transfer case shift lever to "4H"...
Page 48 This setting also engages your front Automatic axle to give you extra traction, but should With automatic freewheeling hubs, you be used only for driving downhill or on don’t have to get out of the vehicle to lock slippery, surfaces when you’re driving unlock hubs.
Page 49 Features and Controls Shifting into “P” (Park) (AUTOMATIC TRANSMlSSlON) To release the parking brake: Hold the Parking brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release Parking Brake as you button. Hold the release button in move the lever all the way down.
Page 50 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Torque Lock Engine Running (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into “P” (Park) properly, the weight the vehicle may CAUTION: put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission.
Page 51 Features and Controls Parking Your Vehitle “ON” position. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) If you cannot shift out of “P” (Park), ease Before you get out of your vehicle, pressure on the shift lever push the put your manual transmission in “R” into “P”...
Page 52 Running Your Engine While Engine Exhaust You’re Parked (AUTOMATlC TRANSMISSION) CAUTION: It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here exhaust can kill. Engine It contains some things to know. the gas carbon monoxide (CO), w l c h you can’t see or smell.
Page 53 Features and Controls Windows Rear Swing-Out Side Windows Manual Windows To open this window, pull the latch out and forward. Use the window crank to open and close each door window. If you have four-wheel drive and your transfer case is in (Neutral), your “...
Page 54 Adjustable Steering steering column Adjusting the be dangerous. while driving can The movement of could column startle or you, causing you confuse of the vehicle. lose control Adjust To close the window, pull the latch in and Horn coIumn only steering when the back.
Page 55 Features and Controls ~~~~ To adjust the column, hold the steering The Turn SignallLights Signal and Lane Change wheel and lower the lever. Move the ndicafor ControllHeadlight column to a comfortable level, then raise the lever to its highest position to lock the Beam Lever 'he turn signal has two upward (for column in place.
Page 56 Operation of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, sidemarker lights and taillights) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights.
Page 57 Features and Controls Daytime Running Lights (Canada) To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake. The DRL will stay off The Canadian Federal Government has until you release the parking brake. decided that “Daytime Running Lighls” (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during...
Page 58 Interior Lights Windshield 3rightness Control WiperlWasher Lever rhis knob controls the brightness of your Dome Light nstrument panel lights. Turn the knob The lever on the right side of the steering The dome light has a three position he right to brighten the lights or to the :olumn controls the windshield wipers switch.
Page 59 Features and Controls For a single wiping cycle, push the lever NOTICE: to “MIST.” Hold it there until the wipers start, h e n let go. The wipers will stop When using concentrated washer after one cycle. If you want more cycles, fluid, follow the manufacturer’s hold the lever on “MIST.”...
Page 60 Convex Outside Mirror convex. Your right side mirror is A convex mirror‘s surface is curved you can see more from the driver’s seat. Rear Window Mirrors WiperlWasher (OPTION) Inside Rearview Mirror To turn on your rear wiper, push An inside rearview mirror is attached Push again to turn it off.
Page 61 Features and Controls Storage and loor Storage Compartments 3utside Manual Adjust Mirrors Compartments lach door has a storage compartment. The mirrors should be adjusted by hand that you can just see the side of your when you are sitting in Iehicle, Glove Box :omfortable position.
Page 62 - _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ - ---- Sun Visors Front Seat Side Pockets Coinholder and Bin On the outside of each front seat is a Your console has a coinholder and a smal To block out glare, you can swing down storage pocket.
Page 63 Features and Controls I II -’ NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.
Page 64 NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray. you do, cig- arettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing dam- age. \ I I 1 E 7 l U Front Ashtray Rear Ashtray Pull the door to open it.
Page 65 Features and Controls . . .
Page 66 Instrument Panel 1. Air Vent 9. Audio System 17. Ashtray 10. Lighter Side Defroster Vent 18. Rear Window Washer Switch 3. Turn Signalbights Control/Headlight 11. Assist Grip 19. Ignition Switch Beam Lever 12. Glove Box 20. Horn 4. Instrument Cluster 13.
Page 67 Features and Controls UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Speedometer and Odometer and many other things you'll need to Instrument Panel and know to drive safely and economically. Your speedometer lets you see your speed Clusters Optional Cluster in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (kmh).
Page 68 x1 000 Your Geo’s odometer is tamper-resistant. I same reading the old one had. If it can’t Odometer I Trip If you can see silver lines between the be, then it’s Set at zero, but a label on the The trip odometer can tell you how far numbers, probably someone has tried to driver’s door must show the old reading your vehicle has been driven since you...
Page 69 Features and Controls problem, check the section that tells what to do about it. Please follow the and Indicators manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. So This section describes the warning lights please get to know your warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle.
Page 70 gage moves a little when you turn, stop speed up. off, When you turn the engine gage doesn’t go back to “E.” FUELONLY UNLEADED UNLEADED- FUEL ONLY Fuel Gage Brake System Warning Light Your fuel gage shows about how much four Geo’s hydraulic brake system is fuel is in your tank.
Page 71 Features and Controls the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop.
Page 72 NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on. after a while the ernis- sion controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't be good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
Page 73 Features and Controls a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have Convertible Top (OPTION) it fixed right away. Your convertible top features a sunroof, a Sometimes when the engine is idling removable rear window and a removable at a stop, the light may blink on and canvas top.
Page 74 NOTICE: Never raise or lower the top while the vehicle is moving, or drive with any part of the top unfastened or partially removed. The wind could get under it and cause damage. Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash. It could damage your convertible top.
Page 75 Features and Controls 4. Swing Unhook the latch from the front top the front top bow up and back Opening and Closing Your Sunroof bow. while-folding the canvas top from between the top bow and the roof Lower your antenna and swing your support.
Page 76 “\\ \ 5. Unfasten the holding strap near the Unzip the rear window. If the zipper is Opening Closing Your Rear dome light and pull through the slot hard to move, you can lubricate it with Window in the front top bow. beeswax, bar soap or silicone spray.
Page 77 Features and Controls I. Lay the rear window inside-up on a Removing and Installing Your Rear clean, dry, flat surface and roll the rear Window window from the bottom to the top. Unfasten the lower corner flaps on teverse the steps to install the rear both sides.
Page 78 7. Squeeze the front top bow latch Unfaten the rear side windows from Unsnap the upper and lower straps buttons and pull the latch back. the frames. that connect the rear top bow to the side window frames. Hook the frames back to the body of 1.
Page 79 Features and Controls 8. Unhook the latch from the front top Swing the front top bow back 11. Unsnap the tension straps at the roof bow. you'll have some slack in the canvas rails and pull the straps out of the top.
Page 80 12. Unsnap the flaps (near the dome Slide out the rear corner pieces. 14. Unsnap the canvas from the rear top light) that hold the canvas top to the bow. roof support. 15. Remove the canvas top from the vehicle and lay inside-up on a clean, dry, flat surface.
Page 81 Features and Controls 16. Pull up and back on the rear top bow Swing down the rear top bow and 'reparing Your Canvas Top for secure it with the strap at the inside struts and swing each strut forward. ;torage center of your tailgate.
Page 82 2. Fold the side windows onto the top. Fold the front part of the canvas top Roll the canvas top around the rear over the windows. window. rear window on top of the Store in a clean, dry location. folded canvas top.
Page 84 Part Comfort Controls 8t Audio Systems ..........Comfort Controls .
Page 85 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Intake Lever Choose this position recirculate the inside air through the comfort control system. Choose this position to circulate outside air through the comfort control system. Heating 1. For the quickest results, move the air intake lever to Move the airflow lever to Comfort Controls This position directs air toward the...
Page 86 Ventilation Cooling For mild outside temperatures, when little The air conditioner works best if you keep heating or cooling is needed, you can still your windows closed. very hot days, direct outside air through your vehicle. open the windows just long enough for the hot air to escape.
Page 87 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems NOTICE: Don‘t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. I f you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid. and the repairs wouldn‘t covcrcd your warranty.
Page 88 Audio Systems NOTICE: Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years Before you add any sound equipment of listening pleasure. But you will get the to your vehicle like a tape player, most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint CB radio, mobile telephone or yourself with it first.
Page 89 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Setting the Clock AM/FM Stereo 1, Press and hold "RCL" (TIME SET). STEREO At the same time. press and hold "TUNE 4'' (HR) until the correct § hour appears. Press and hold "RCL" (TIME SET). the sane time press and hold "TUNE b"...
Page 90 Pushbuttons: The six pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to 12 stations AM and just: FM), Tune in the station. Press and hold one of the pushbuttons for at least two seconds. The sound will go away for a second and will return when the station is stored.
Page 91 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems “NEWS,” The longer side with the tape visible settings designed for “ROCK,” Pushbuttons: The six pushbuttons let you ”POP,” “JAZZ’ and “CLASSICAL.” should face to the right. you hear return to your favorite stations. To set the nothing or hear just a garbled sound, it pushbuttons for up to 18 stations “ROCK”...
Page 92 Previous Selection: Press “PREV” rheft Deterrent Feature You are now ready to enter your security back to the beginning of the last selection. code. Don’t wait more than 15 seconds The theft deterrent feature for the AM/FM Press “PREV” again or press between steps.
Page 93 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems “TUNE T o Unlock the System After a Power b” button and hold How to Shut the Theft-Deterrent Press the Loss it until the fourth digit of your code Feature appears. If power is disrupted to the radio while in If your radio is secured (“SEC”...
Page 94 Seek: Press “SEEK F” or “SEEK 4’’ and the radio will tune to next higher or lower station and stay there. Pushbuttons: The six pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. (STOP) set the pushbuttons for up to stations FM1 and FM2), just: (EJECT)
Page 95 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Previous Selection: Press “PRV” to go :ach side. Tapes longer than that are so Tone Select: Press “TONE SELECT” to lack to the beginning of the selection. :hin they may not work well in this player. choose preset treble and bass equalization VA”...
Page 96 Stop: Press “STOP” to stop the tape and The track number also appears when the Stop: Press “STOP” to stop playing the switch to radio. disc is inserted or you change the volume. disc and switch to radio. Press “STOP” again to restart the disc at the point where Eject: Press “EJECT”...
Page 97 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems How to Shut Off the Theft-Deterrent are now ready to enter your security Theft Deterrent Feature Feature code. Don’t wait more than 15 seconds The theft deterrent feature for the AMEM between steps. If your radio is secured (“SEC” shows on stereo with cassette tape and compact disc “4 Press...
Page 98 you wrote down. Now “SEC” will If the code is correct. the radio will operate. If the code is wrong, “Err” will appear on the display. appear the display. Understanding Radio Reception To Unlock the System After a Power FM Stereo Loss If power is disrupted to the radio while in stereo will give you rhe best sound.
Page 99 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Clean your tape player with a wiping-action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, and follow the directions provided with it. Cassettes are subject wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.
Page 100 Part Your Driving and the Road H e r e find information ......... Defensive Driving YOU'II about driving on different kinds...
Page 101 Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving Drunken Driving The Blood Alcohol Content (BAC j of someone who is drinking depends upon The best advice anyone can give about Death and injury associated with drinking four things: driving is: Drive defensively. and driving is a national tragedy.
Page 102 But it’s very important to keep in mind DRINKING THAT Will that the ability to drive is affected well RESULT IN A BAC OF .05% I N THE TIME SHOWN below a RAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the HOURS...
Page 103 Your Driving and the Road Braking There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. time Braking action involves perception Medical research shows that alcohol in a and reaction time. person’s system can make crash injuries First, you have to decide to push worse.
Page 104 This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking.
Page 105 Your Driving and the Road Steering you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor that happens, release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again you can control. Power Steering so that you can steer. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp If you lose power steering assist because With the four-wheel drive option, you curve.
Page 106 the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.
Page 107 Your Driving and the Road Passing indicates it’s all right pass If other cars are lined up to pass a (providing the road ahead is clear). slow vehicle, wait your turn. take The driver of a vehicle about to pass Never cross a solid line on your side care that someone isn’t trying to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for...
Page 108 loss of Control I f your vehicle starts slide, ease your rolling), release enough pressure o n foot 011' the accelerator pedal and quickly brakes get the front wheels rolling Let's review what driving experts say again. This restores steering control. Push steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 109 Your Driving and the Road As with other vehicles of this type, failure Before You Off-Roading to operate this vehicle correctly may There are some things to do before you result in loss of control or vehicle go out. For example, be sure have a l l rollover.
Page 110 Scanning the Terrain With your arms, hands, feet, and body Traveling to Remote Areas you’ll need to respond to vibrations and Off-road driving can take you over many It makes sense to plan your trip, vehicle bounce. different kinds of terrain. You need to be especially when going to a remote area.
Page 111 Your Driving and the Road Does the travel take you uphill or very time you need special alertness and Approaching a Hill downhill? (There’s more discussion of driving skills, your reflexes, perceptions When you approach a hill, you need to these subjects later.) and judgment can be affected by even a decide if it’s one of those hills that’s just...
Page 112 your What should I do if my vehicle Ease up on speed as you the hill simply too rough‘? Steep hills stalls, or to stall, and I can’t approach the top of the hill. is about often have ruts, gullies, troughs and make it up the hill? exposed rocks because they are more Attach a flag to the vehicle to tnake...
Page 113 Your Driving and the Road you'll be able tell if your wheels are Suppose, after stalling, I try t o back stl-aisht and maneuver as you back down the hill and decide just can't down. It's best c'lown the I do? t h u r i);\c.l;...
Page 114 Q: Am I likely to stall when going Q: Are there some things I should not Are there hidden surface obstacles? do when driving down a hill? downhill? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What’s at the bottom of the hill? Is A: Yes! These are important because if It‘s much more likely to happen going there a hidden creek bank or even a you ignore them you could lose...
Page 115 Your Driving and the Road likelihood the vehicle will tumble end Stalling on an Incline over end. But when you drive across If your vehicle stalls when you’re an incline. the much more narrow crossing an incline, be sure you (and your track width (the distance between the Drivihg across an incline that’s too...
Page 116 a low gear when you're It's best to use mud -the deeper the mud, the lower the CAUTION: gear. really 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.
Page 117 Your Driving and the Road Also, long exhaust system for damage. check as your tailpipe is under water, you'll the fuel lines and cooling system for any never be able to start your engine. When leakage. you go through water, remember that when your brakes get wet, it may take Your vehicle will require more frequent you longer to stop.
Page 118 Slow down, especially on higher vehicle with Inisaimed headlights), slow. speed roads. Your headlights can light down a little. Avoid staring directly into up only so much road ahead. the approaching lights. In remote areas. watch for animals. Keep your windshield and a l l the glass your vehicle clean inside and out.
Page 119 Your Driving and the Road Hydroplaning It’s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much washer tank filled. Replace your water can build up under your tires that windshield wiper inserts when they show they can actually ride on the water.
Page 120 clear room ahead, and be prepared to Treat a green light as a warning signal. have your view restricted by road traffic light is there because the spray. corner is busy enough to need When a light turns green, and just Have good tires with proper tread before you start to move, check both depth.
Page 121 Your Driving and the Road 3egin to check traffic. Try to determine I’he exit ramp can be curved, sometimes p i t e sharply. The exit speed is usually where you expect to blend with the flow. to merge into the gap at close to the 3osted.
Page 122 Wiper Blades: Are they in good sleepy. Don’t let it happen to you! If it shape? does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second, and could crash Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: and be injured. Have you checked all levels? What can you do about highway Lights: Are they all working? Are the hypnosis? First, be aware that it can...
Page 123 Your Driving and the Road Know how to go uphill. You may Know how to go down hills. The mosl important thing to know is this: want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine your engine do some of the slowing down.
Page 124 Whatever the condition smooth ice. packed. blowing or loose snow drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If y o u accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability make a hard stop on a slippery...
Page 125 Your Driving and the Road Run your engine only as long as must. This saves fuel. When run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 126 Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer Towing a Trailer what the vehicle trailering capacity is for do, here are some important points. your vehicle, should read the There are many different laws having information in “Weight the Trailer”...
Page 127 Customer Assistance Department people who will be riding in the vehicle. It’s important to have the correct hitch Chevrolet/Geo And if you will tow a trailer, you must equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks P.O.
Page 128 distance is less than 12 inches, take own brakes -and they must be adequate. mind that the vehicle you are driving is the foot off the trailer tongue. Be sure read and follow the instructions a good deal longer and not nearly so for the trailer brakes so you'll be able to responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Page 129 Your Driving and the Road When towing a trailer, the green arrows start move. People can be injured, and passed vehicle before vou can return to both your vehicle and the trailer can be on your instrument panel will flash for your lane.
Page 130 Let up on the brake pedal. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you're pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
Page 131 Your Driving and the Road Shift your automatic transmission into Set the parking brake. (Park), or your manual “ P ” I f your Geo is a four-wheel-drive transmission into “2” (Second). vehicle, set your manual freewheeling 4. Shift the transfer case to “N”...
Page 132 Part Problems on the Road Flashers ........Hazard Warning H e r e you'll find what to do .
Page 133 Problems on the Road Press the button in to make your front and turn off the flashers, push the switch Hazard Warning rear turn signal lights flash on and off. again. Flashers Your hazard warning flashers work no When the hazard warning flashers are on, matter what position your key is in, and your turn signals won't work.
Page 134 Get the vehicles close enough so the Jump Starting NOTICE: jumper cables can reach, but be sure If your battery has run down, you may the vehicles aren’t touching each Ignoring these steps could result want to use another vehicle and some other.
Page 135 Problems on the Road Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive negative terminals on each. 6. Positive goes to positive negative goes to negative or a metal engine part. Connect the red positive cable to the positive Check that the jumper cables don’t terminal of the vehicle with the dead have loose or missing insulation.
Page 136 8. Now connect the black negative Don't let the other end touch metal. 'The other end o f the negative cable Connect it to the positive terminal cable to the good battery's doesn't go to the dead battery. It goes of the good battery.
Page 137 Problems on the Road That your vehicle has rear-wheel drive, or that is has the four-wheel-drive option. The make, model, and year of your vehicle. Whether you still move the shift levers for the transmission and transfer case, if you have one. If there was an accident, what was damaged.
Page 138 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transmi.ssion and transfer case, if you have one, should be in “Neutral”...
Page 139 Problems on the Road Position wood beam across sling Attach a separate safety chain around i’ront Towing Hook-ZJps :hains and against lower control arm fron outboard end of each lower control arm. ittach “J” hooks the rear of lower machment brackets. Position the lower :onlrol arms inboard of springs.
Page 140 Rear Towing Hook-Ups Position the sling crossbar under and Attach a separate safety chain around forward of the rear bumper. outboard end of each side of the rear axle. Attach “J” hooks around axle tube. NOTICE: Take care not to darnage brake pipes on the axle tubes.
Page 141 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating NOTICE: You will find a coolant temperature gage If your engine catches fire because on your Geo instrument panel. you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be cov- ered by your warranty.
Page 142 If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you’re parked, to see if the warning...
Page 143 Problems on the Road If the coolant inside the coolant recovery How to Add Coolant to the Coolant tank is boiling, don’t do anything else Recovery Tank until it cools down. [f you haven’t found a problem yet, but The coolant level should be at or above :he coolant level isn’t at or above the NOTICE: “FULL.”...
Page 144 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the "FULL" mark. start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there's CAUTION: ope more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant m i x directly to the Steam and scalding liquids from a radiator, but be sure the coolink y.
Page 145 Problems on the Road Fill the radiator with the proper mix, Then keep turning the pressure cap, How to Add Coolant to the Radiator up to the base of the filler neck. you turn it. but now push down Remove the pressure cap. 1.
Page 146 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to Put the cap back on the coolant Start the engine and let run until the "FULL" murk. recovery tank, but leave the radiator you can feel the upper radiator hose pressure cap off. getting hot.
Page 147 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire Tire Goes Flat a tire goes tlat, avoid further tire and It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while wheel damage by driving slowly to a you’re driving, especially if you maintain Turn on level place.
Page 148 . . . The following steps will tell you how to .rse the jack and change tire. CAUTION: The equipment you’ll need is under the Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off jack and roll ront seats.
Page 149 Problems on the Road Turn Attach the jack handle the jack. the jack handle to the right to raise the lift head. ( R ) ;tart with Ihe jack (A), jack handle The jack handle is under the driver’s seat. .nd wheel wrench (C).
Page 150 The spare tire is mounted on your tailgate .nsert your key into the wheel lock on the Remove wheel nuts with the wheel Pull the cover off of the spare tire. ;pare tire and pull the wheel lock off. wrench. Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket and place it near your flat tire.
Page 151 Problems on the Road NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack. Be sure fit the jack lift head inlo the proper location before raising your vehicle. 1der the vehicle near each wheel.
Page 152 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack Remove all the wheel nuts and take off handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far the flat tire. enqugh off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.
Page 153 Problems on the Road 3ghten the wheel nuts firmly in a Lower the vehicle by turning the jack :riss-cross sequence as shown. handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack zompletel Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 154 1. Front Passenger Seat If You’re Stuck: In Jack Sand, Mud, Ice or Clamp Snow 4. Wrench What you don’t want to do when your Jack Handle vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. Driver Seat The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but Replace the jack, jack handle, flat tire, you must use caution.
Page 155 Problems on the Road NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your trans- mission. Rocking your vehicle to get it out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right.
Page 156 Service & Appearance Care ............Service .
Page 157 Service and Appearance Care xoper service manual, see “Service NOTICE: Publications” in the Index. should keep a record with all parts If you try to your own service receipts and list the mileage and the date work without knowing enough about D f any service work you perform.
Page 158 Gasolines for Cleaner Air Fuels in Foreign Countries worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a Your use of gasoline with deposit control If you plan on driving in another country hill. That’s normal and you don’t have to additives will help prevent deposits from outside the U.S.
Page 159 Service and Appearance Care I’o take off cap, turn it slowly NOTICE: left (counterclockwise). you need a cap, be sure to get Your the right type. dealer for you. If get the wrong type, it not fit have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged.
Page 160 rhen go to the front of the vehicle, push .ift the hood, release the hood prop from Checking Things under lown lightly on the hood, and push the retainer and put the hood prop into the the Hood lood release lever to your left. lot in the hood.
Page 161 Service and Appearance Care CAUTION: Things that burn get on hot engine fire. These include parts and start a liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and rubber. other fluids, and pXastic You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Page 162 CAUTION: Things that b m can get on hot engiae parts and start a fxe. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. could be burned. Be others careful not drop or spill things that will bum onto a hot engine.
Page 163 Service and Appearance Care rhen lift the hood to relieve pressure Engine Oil To Check Engine Oil he hood prop. Remove the hood prop your rom the slot in the hood and return the It’s a good idea to check engine oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a Jrop to its retainer.
Page 164 X-Valve Engine IO-Valve Engine What Kind of Oil to Use Just fill enough to put the level When to Add Oil: somewhere proper operating range. in the Beginning midyear 1993, oils of the If the oil is at or below ADD mark, Push the dipstick all the way back in proper quality for your vehicle will be...
Page 165 Service and Appearance Care As shown in the chart, SAE SW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE IOW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F Recommended SAE Viscosity (-1 8°C) or above. These numbers on an Grade Engine Oils oil container show its viscosity, or For best fuel economy and cold starting, lowest...
Page 166 Engine Oil Additives Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Geo An engine coolant heater can be a big dealer is ready to advise if you think help if you have to park outside in very something should be added.
Page 167 Service and Appearance Care 16-Valve Engine Air Filter Replacement (8-Valve Air Filter Replacement (16-Valve NOTICE: Engine) Engine) To check or replace the filter: To check or replace the filter: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can 1. Remove the screws. 1.
Page 168 A utomatic Transmission FIuid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking Should the fluid level be low during a the transmission fluid level if you have cold check, you must perform a hot check When to Check and Change been driving: before adding fluid.
Page 169 Service and Appearance Care much take fluid, generally less than a pint. Don’t overfill. We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-III or DEXRON@-IIE, because fluids with that your label are made especially for automatic transmission. Dama caused 8 -m by fluid other than DEXRON DEXRON@-IIE is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
Page 170 Rear Axle Fluid: If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a Here’s how to add tluid. Refer t o the WheR to Check and Change Lubricant false reading. Maintenance Schedule to determine what Refer the Maintenance Schedule to kind o f tluid...
Page 171 ~~~~ Service and Appearance Care Four- Wheel Drive Front Axle Engine Coolant When to Check and Change Lubricant The following explains your cooling Most lubricant checks in this section also system and how to add coolant when it is apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to However, they have two additional low.
Page 172 and refill. If you use this mixture. you Some conditions, such air trapped in don't need to add anything else. the cooling system, can af't'ect the coolant level i n the radiator. Check the coolant level when the engine is cold and follow CAUTION: the steps under "Adding Coolant"...
Page 173 Service and Appearance Care Radiator Pressure NOTICE: Your radiator cap kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from over- heating. sure the amows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 174 When the engine compartment is hot, ‘hat to Add: Power Steering FJuid the level should be at the “MAX” :fer to the Maintenance Schedule to mark. terrnine what kind of fluid to use. See How to Check Power Steering Fluid: When the engine compartment is cool [ecornmended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 175 Service and Appearance Care NOTICE: When using concentrated washer tluid, follow the manuficturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.
Page 176 correct a leak. If you add fluid when your container only, and always clean the brakl linings are worn, then you’ll have too fluid reservoir cap before removing it. much fluid when you get new brake NOTICE: linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 177 Service and Appearance Care front brakes replaced, have the rear replace parts of your braking system brakes inspected, too. for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new Brake linings should always be replaced ones put in be sure you get new as complete axle sets.
Page 178 will help keep your battery from running Bulb Replacement down. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index to check the size and type of bulb you need to use. Halogen Bulbs Headlights Contact your dealer to learn how to To replace the headlight bulb: prepare your vehicle for longer storage 1.
Page 179 Service and Appearance Care 4. Pull the lock ring and the headlight Turn the lock ring to the left to release Front Parking and Turn Signal Lights bulb straight out. Save the lock ring the bulb. ro replace the parking and turn signal and use with the new bulb.
Page 180 2. Turn the socket toward the rear of the Push the bulb in, turn it to the left and Sidemarker Lights pull out. vehicle and pull out of the housing. replace the sidemarker bulb: 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
Page 181 Service and Appearance Care 1. Turn the socket to the right and pull it 2. Pull the combination light out Rear Combination Lights out. enough to reach the bulb socket. remove the rear combination bulbs: of the socket. 1. Pull the bulb out 1.
Page 182 l l < l TIRE PLACARD ~GAWR FRT GAWR RR GVWR TIRES PRESSURE COLD PSl!kPa Loading Your Vehicle :enter High-Mounted Stoplight Center High-Mounted Stoplight Hardtop) (Convertible) Two labels on your vehicle show how To remove the bulb: remove the bulb: much weight may properly carry.
Page 183 Service and Appearance Care NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because over- loading. [f you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going.
Page 184 Tires CAUTION: We don't make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Geo. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
Page 185 Service and Appearance Care When to Check: Check your tires Inflation Tire Pressure once a month or more. Also, check the The Certificatioflire label which is on the driver’s door shows the correct inflation tire pressure of the spare tire. pressures for your tires, when they’re cold.
Page 186 Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the p a s to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose &er a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 187 Service and Appearance Care The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certificationnire label.
Page 188 upon the actual conditions of their use, corresponds to a level of performance give you the longest tire life and best however, and may depart significantly which all passenger car tires must meet overall performance. from the norm due to variations in driving under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety In most cases, you will not need to have habits, service practices and differences in...
Page 189 Service and Appearance Care Tire Chains If you need to replace any of your wheels, NOTICE: wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause parts. This way, you will be sure to have problems with bearing life, brake the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel Use tire chains only where legal and...
Page 190 Don‘t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the lnside of Your Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or Never use these to clean your vehicle: Appearance Care leather with a clean, damp cloth.
Page 191 Service and Appearance Care clean cloth or sponge, and Wipe off what’s left with a slightly When you clean a stain from fabric, change to a clean area often. A soft damp paper towel or cloth. immediately dry the area with an air brush may be used if stains are hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp to help Then dry it immediately with a blow...
Page 192 Cleaning Vinyl Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and ueaning the Top of the Instrument asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle Panel Use warm water and a clean cloth. seat fabric. They should be removed Use only mild soap and water to clean Rub with a clean, damp cloth to as soon as possible.
Page 193 Service and Appearance Care Cleaning the Outside of Your Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and in the because they may cause scratches. Avoid Materials” Index.) placing decals on the inside rear window, Your Geo has a “basecoat/clearcoat” pain The paint finish on your vehicle provides since they may have to be scraped off finish.
Page 194 Special Care for Canvas Top Don’t put any labels, stickers or tape Tires on windows. It’s hard to remove protect the canvas top: Your Geo dealer has a GM White Sidewall adhesives left on the window when Tire Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush After you wash the vehicle, make sure such items are removed.
Page 195 Service and Appearance Care Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Foreign Material used for Chemicals ice and snow removal Some weather and atmospheric conditions Calcium chloride and other salts, ice can create a chemical fallout. Airborne tree and dust control can collect on the melting agents, road oil and tar, sap, underbody;...
Page 196 Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE *Not recommended for pigskin suede leather. See your General Motors Dealer for these products. See the Index under “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” other products.
Page 197 Service Appearance Care Parts Service Identification Label You’ll find this label inside the glove box the door. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. this label is: VIN, -your the model designation, paint information, and a list all production options and special equipment.
Page 198 For access to the main fuses, pull off the bother fuse box is under the left side of Look at the silver-colored band inside the cover. A spare fuse is also inside the fuse he instrument panel. The fuses here fuse.
Page 199 Service and Appearance Care 15A) Wiper/Washer Rear Defogger (1 5A) Heater (25A) Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Main Relay (20A) Electronic Fuel Injection Main Relay 15A) Main Fuse Block nstrument Panel Fuse Block Right Headlight (15A) Generator to Battery Circuit (60A) Left Headlight; High Beam Indicatol Circuits Only Active When Ignition Switch is in “ACC,”...
Page 200 Replacement Bulbs ............Back-up 1156 ........... Center High-Mounted Stop ............Dome 96051559 ........Front Parking and Turn Signal 1157 NA ..........Headlight (Halogen) 9004 .
Page 201 Service and Appearance Care Capacities and Specifications Engine ........... . Type Compression Ratio ..........8-Valve Engine 8.9: 1 .
Page 202 Capacities (Approximate) in U.S. The following approximate capacities are given and metric conversions....Air Conditioning” See the refrigerant information label under hood. Automatic Transmission ........Drain and Refill 3.0 qt.
Page 203 Service and Appearance Care Wheel Nuts ......60 lb. Wheel Nut Torque N*m) Vehicle Dimensions ..........86.6”...
Page 204 Maintenance Schec IMPORTANT: Section KEEP THE ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER ......Introduction: A Word about Maintenance .
Page 205 Maintenance Schedule Introduction: A Word about Maintenance equipment, should let your dealer’s Your Vehicle We at General Motors want to help you service department or another qualified keep your vehicle in good working Environment service center do these jobs. condition. But we don’t know exactly Proper vehicle maintenance not only how you’ll drive it.
Page 206 Section A: Scheduled “Section Periodic Maintenance Selecting the Right Schedule Inspections” explains important Maintenance Services First you’ll need to decide which of the inspections that your Geo dealer’s service two schedules is right for your vehicle. department or another qualified service Your Using Maintenance...
Page 207 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Schedule l Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is WHEN TO PERFORM WHAT TO SERVICE MAINLY driven under one or more of See “E,xplanation of Scheduled Miles (kilomerers) or Months the following conditions: ITEM (whichever occursfirst).
Page 208 The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (100 000 km) should be performed after 60,000 miles (100 000 km) at the same intervals. MILES (000) 130 133 136 137.5 ( 3 9 142 145 I 5 0 151 152.5 1 6 0 17.5 1 9 112 115...
Page 209 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (cont.) (Cont.) Schedule / WHAT TO SERVICE WHEN TO PERFORM See “Explanation of Scheduled Miles (kilometers) or Months (whichever occurs first). Maintenance Services” following ITEM Schedules I and An Emission Control Service. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*...
Page 210 The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (100 000 should be performed after 60,000 miles (100 000 km) same intervals. MILES (000) 209.
Page 211 Maintenance Schedule S ection A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cant.) Schedule 11 Follow Schedule ONLY if none of WHAT TO SERVICE WHEN TO PERFORM the drivinp conditions specified in See “Explanation of Scheduled Miles (kilometers) or Months ITEM Schedule apply. (whichever occursFrst). Maintenance Services”...
Page 213 Maintenance Schedule Services Section A: Scheduled Maintenance (Cont.) (Cont.) Schedule /I WHAT TO SERVICE WHEN TO PERFORM See “Explanation of Scheduled Miles (kilometers) or Months ITEM (whichever occurs first). Maintenance Services” following Schedules I and An Emission Control Service. The U S . Environmental Protection Agency See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* or the California Air Resources Board has...
Page 214 The services shown on this chart up to 60,000 miles (100 000 km) should performed after 60,000 miles 100 000 ktn) at the same intervals. MILES (000) 3 1 6 1 7 . 5 1 9 112 115 118 121 122.5 124 127 130 133 136 137.5 139 142 145 I 4 8 I 5 0 151 152.5 I 5 4 157 I 6 0...
Page 215 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) ITEM NO. SERVICE of Scheduled &planation ITEM then inspect after 30,000 miles NO. SERVICE Maintenance Services (50 000 km). determine the preferred ?allowing are explanations the services Coolin? Sys&nSemice* viscosity for your vehicle’s isted in Schedule and Schedule II.
Page 216 ITEM ITEM ITEM NO. SERVICE NO. SERVICE NO. SERVICE Wheel Bearin? InsDection the fluid every 15,000 miles Spark Plug Replacement” (25 0o0 Inspect for wear and proper km) or months for Replace spark plugs with the adjustment. Relubricate the Schedule conditions and proper type.
Page 217 Maintenance Schedule ection A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ITEM (Cont.) SERVICE ITEM ITEM Three-way C U y t l c Convertex SERVICE SERVICE 100,000 Jnspection" Inspect at Positive Crankcase Ventilation needed. Replace the cap and (166 000 mile km) intervals. 60,000 {PCV) Valve Replacement* gasket at mile...
Page 218 ITEM ITEM An Emission Control Service. NO. SERVICE SERVICE U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has Engine Idle Speed-Check*t Wiring Harness and Connectors determined that the failure to p e ~ o r m this Check the idle speed and adjust Inspection* Inspect the maintenance item will not nullify the emission...
Page 219 Maintenance Schedule iection B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below 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 Section At Each Fuel Fill is important for...
Page 220 At Least Once a Month CHECK WHAT TO DO SERVICE Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire-Loading Tire Inflation Information label located on the driver’s door lock pillar. See “Tires” the Index for further details.
Page 221 Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks and Services (Cont.) At Least Once a Year CHECK WHAT TO DO OR SERVICE Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D. Key Lock Cylinders Also Lubricate all body door hinges. lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, Body Lubrication...
Page 222 At Least Once a Year (CONT.) CHECK WHAT TO DO OR SERVICE Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI (Automatic Transmis- sion) 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2.
Page 223 Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks and Services (Cont.) At Least Once a Year (CONT.) CHECK WHAT TO DO OR SERVICE Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission “P” (Park) Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Page 224 Maintenance Schedule Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice year (for instance, each spring and fall). should let your dealer’s service dep,artment other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 225 Maintenance Schedule Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections (cont.) INSPECTION WHAT SHOULD BE DONE OR SERVICE Rear Axle (All) and Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed. See “Rear Axle” and “Four-Wheel Drive” in Front Axle (Four- the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system(s), and repair the system(s) if needed.
Page 226 Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM Dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil API service SH or SG Energy Conserving I1 oils of the proper viscosity. The “SH” or “SG” designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SH/CD,”...
Page 227 Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids Lubr & *icants (Cont.) FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE 5W-30 Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120) or synthetic SAE engine oil. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 Manual Transmission or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 228 FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE SAE 7SW-90 Rear Axle (All) and GL-5 Hypoid Gear Lubricant. Front Axle (Four- Wheel Drive) Windshield Washer Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part 105 15 15) or equivalent. Solvent SAE 75W-90 GL-4 Gear Lubricant. Transfer Case (Four- Wheel Drive) Hood Latch Assembly a.
Page 229 Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule I or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed.
Page 230 ODOMETER SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED OATE READING . . .
Page 231 Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record (Cont.) ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING .230...
Page 232 ODOMETER SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE READING...
Page 233 Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record (cont.) MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE SERVICED BY ODOMETER READING ,232...
Page 234 ..publications and how to report ... Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Program ..237 any safety defects.
Page 235 Chevrolet by dialing: your inquiry prompt attention. However. contact the ChevroletEeo Customer -800-TDD-CHEV 1-800-833-2438). if you wish to write Chevrolet/Geo, write Assistance Center by calling (TDD users in Canada can dial 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, contact GM I-800-263-3830.} .234...
Page 236 BBB AUTO LINE Both Chevrolet/Geo and your until a decision is made. Council of Better Business Bureaus Chevrolet/Geo dealer are committed to 4200 Wilson Boulevard Some state laws may require you to use making sure you are completely satisfied Suite 800 this program before filing a claim with a with your new vehicle.
Page 237 Canada, in addition to notifying General :all us at 1-800-222- 1020, or write: immediately inform the National Motors of Canada Limited. You may Highway Traffic Safety Administration Chevrolet/Geo write to: (NHTSA), in addition to notifying Customer Assistance Center General Motors.
Page 238 BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty commitment to customer satisfaction, give to the advisor: to retail and retail lease purchasers of Chevrolet/Geo is excited to provide the Vehicle Identification Number 1994 ChevroletlGeo passenger cars and services of the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside light-duty trucks.
Page 239 (and the District affecting a small number of cars or trucks. Up to $10 daily FUEL allowance for Columbia) and only for cars and light Your Chevrolet/Geo dealer or qualified rides provided by another person (i.e., trucks with GVWR less than 10,000 technician may have to determine if a friend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of rental...
Page 240 Indexes are published periodically. Most A VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER: of the PSP’s which could potentially apply to the most recent Chevrolet/Geo These PSP’s are meant for technicians. models will be listed in the most recent They are not meant for the publication for that model year.
Page 241 HELM, INCORPORATED RO. Box 07130 Service Publications are available for current and past model Detroit, MI 48207 Chevrolet/Geo vehicles. T o request an order form, please specify year and model name of vehicle. information and inquiries call: 1-800-?82-4356 .240...
Page 242 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDER FORM NOTE: Please complete form below (Print or Type) and MAIL TO: Post Office Box 07130, Detroit, Michigan 48207 ORDER TOLL FREE 1 -8001782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8:OO A.M.-6:00 P.M. EST) NOTE Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or...
Page 243 Notes .242...
Page 244 ....Audio Systems Brakes ..... . bout Driving Your Tracker Audio Systems.
Page 245 Index ..Compact Disc. To Play a Chevrolet/Geo Service Publications Care ......
Page 246 . . . Driver Position (Safety Belts) Engine Customer Assistance for the Hearing ......Driving Coolant or Speech Impaired (TDD) ..... Across an Incline 11 3 Coolant (Block) Heater...
Page 247 Index How to Add Coolant to the Fluid ....Automatic Transmission G a g e s Coolant Recovery Tank ..... . Engine Coolant Temperature .
Page 248 ....Locks. Door ........K e y s Loss of Control .
Page 249 Rear Paint Protecting Exterior Bright Metal ..........Chemical Spotting Parts Window Defogger ....
Page 250 ..Head Smaller Children and Babies Chevrolet/Geo ....... .
Page 251 Index ....... Trailer. Towing a Tips. Steering Steam Corning from Your Engine .
Page 252 Veatherstrips ... . Vehicle ... . 126 ....37 Leaving Your Weight of the Trailer .
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Page 257 Service Station Information Cooling System Reservoir Hood Release See Page 159 Check and add coolant g d y at the coolant recovery tank. The fluid should be at the “FULL” mark when the engine is warm. the engine is cool, the level should be at the “LOW”...
Page 258 CERTIFIED SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH Natlonai institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE...

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