GMC chervolet camaro 1999 Service Manual page 44

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General Information
Engine Coolant Level
Inspect the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mixture when necessary. Refer to Fluid
and Lubricant Recommendations.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Inspect the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer reservoir and add the proper fluid
when necessary. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant
Recommendations.
At Least Once a Month
Inspect the tire inflation. Make certain that the tires are
inflated to the pressures specified on the
Certification/Tire label located on the driver's door lock
pillar. Refer to Tire Placard.
Clean the playback heads and the capstan of the
cassette deck. Cleaning should be done after every
50 hours of tape playing time. Refer to Cleaning Tape
Head and Capstan, Cassette Cleaning in Body and
Accessories.
At Least Twice A Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all of
your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are working properly. Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you
see anything that might keep am safety belt system
from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn
or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The SIR
system does not need regular maintenance).
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace the
blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that
streak or miss areas of the windshield.
Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check
Your vehicle has an indicator on the engine that lets
you know when the air cleaner filter is dirty and needs
to be changed. Inspect indicator at least twice a
year or when your oil is changed, whichever occurs
first. Inspect your air cleaner filter restriction indicator
more often if the vehicle is used in dusty areas.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application niay be
required.
Manual Transmission Check (Pickup Models Only)
Inspect the transmission fluid level; add if needed.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Inspect the system
and repair as needed.
Automatic Transmission Check
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level; add if
needed. A fluid loss may indicate a problem.
Inspect the system and repair as needed.
Maintenance and Lubrication o-41
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders
Lubricate the lock cylinders with the recommended
lubricant. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant
Recommendations.
Important: More frequent lubrication may be required
when any of the listed parts are exposed to a
corrosive environment. In order to locate the proper
lubricant, refer to Fluid and Lubricant
Recommendations.
Body Lubrications
Lubricate all of the following areas:
• Body door hinges
• Body hood, safety lever, and prop rod pivot
• Fuel door
• Rear compartment hinges
• Rear compartment latches and locks
• Instrument panel compartment hinges, latch, and
lock cylinder
• Console cover hinges and latch
• Seat hardware
Starter Switch
Test the starter switch:
• Before you start, make sure you have enough
room around the vehicle in case the vehicle moves
suddenly.
• Firmly apply both the parking brake and the
regular (hydraulic) brake. DO NOT use the
accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the
engine immediately if it starts.
• For vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission try to start the engine in each gear.
The starter should work ONLY in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). If the starter activates in any other
gear position the vehicle requires immediate
service.
For vehicles equipped with the manual transmission,
place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL (N) position, push
the clutch pedal in halfway, and try to start the
engine. The starter should work only when the clutch
pedal is pushed all the way to the floor. If the
starter works wh.en the clutch pedal is not pushed all
the way in, the vehicle requires immediate service.
Steering Column Lock
Test the steering column lock:
While the vehicle is parked and with the parking brake
set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each of the shift
lever positions.
For an automatic transmission, the key should turn to
LOCKonly when the shift lever is in the PARK (P)
position.
For vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the
key to lock without the button. The key should turn
to LOCK only with the key button depressed.