1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual
1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Manual
1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup manual content summary:
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The 1997 Chevrslet S-Series Owner's Manual 1,1 2-1 3-1 4-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your 'seats-ands;afety belts properly. It also explains the:"SIB" system. Features and Controls This section.expl&s how to start and operate your vehicle. C.omfOrtContrals and - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 3
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:they-first receive their n.ew vehicle, If you do this.,it will help yuu learn about the features and cofitrols for yom vehicle. In this manual, you'II find that-pictures-, words work together to explain and things quickly. Safety Warnings and Sy.mbols You will find a number of safety c'autionsin - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 5
.,this damag-ewould not be covered by your warranty, and it.co,uldbe costly. Butzthe n,oticewill tell you whit to da to help avoid the damage. When you~ead other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You'll also see warning labels on your - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 6
are used oil warning and indicator lights: Here are so.me dther symbols you may see: FUSE - F % PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC FASTEN DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN .SIGNALS. 6 e3 WINDSHIELD -BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM WINDSHIELD 'DEFROSTER LIGHTER I (@) HORN SEAT 'BELTS BURNS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Extended Cab Pickup - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 8
During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position 1-25 1-27 1-2.8 1-30 1-34 1-37 1-37 1-38 Center Passenger P.osition Rear SeatPassengers (Extended Cab Jump Seats) Children Child Restraints Larger Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 9
up-and down. Manual Front Seat For vehicles without easy entry seats, move the lever under the front of the seat toward the driver's door to unlock it. Slide the seat to where.you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 10
and passenger bucket seats. Reclining Seatbacks (Bucket Seats or 60/40 Bench) To adjust the front seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat. I I I I I Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support. Release the lever to lock the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 11
. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 12
Latches, The frontseatback folds forward to let-people.get intathe back seat or reach behind the storage area the seat. To fold the frontseatback forward, lift the latch and push the scat forward. If the seatbackisdt locked, it -couldmove forward hasudden stop or crash. That could. cause injuryto - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 13
'EasyEntry Seat (Extended Cab) The right front bucket or split-bench seat of your vehicle .makes it easy to-get -inand out of the rear vehicle area. a Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and Jump Seat (Extended Cab Models) Your extended cab pickup bas a jurnp seat.in the rear area. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Safety Bellts: They're fo.rEv.e-r,yone 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. And it explains the Supplemental Matable Restrsnt (SIR), or air bag system. A CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 15
comes on as a reminder to buckle -up.(See "Safety Belt Reminder Light" in the Index.) Why Safety Belts Work W e n you ride in or on anythmg, you go as fast as it .goes. In most states and Canadian - - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 16
... Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 17
The person keeps going until stopped by somethinq. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ... - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 18
if you are belted. wear safety belts? @ If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to A: or thesafety belts! \ With safety belts But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts -- not instead of them. Every air bag system everoffered for sale has required the use of - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 19
wear safety belts? Ho.w to Wear Safety Belts 'Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware .that there system. Lap-Sho.uld.er. B.elt 'Thedriver has a lap-should€ - relt, Her( ho.w to wear it properly. I.. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see 'Seats - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 20
buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make-surethe release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 21
it, the belt wonld applyforce ;atyour -abdomen.This could cause S~I'~QIJS even €atd injuries. The shoulder belt or should go over the shoulder and ac$oss the chest. These parts o the body B e best able to take belt f restraining forces. The sa€ety beltlocks if there%:a. sudden stop or a crash. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 22
shoulder belt is In to.0 1oo.se. .acrash, you would move-forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt .sho.uld agziinst your body. fit A: The shoulder belt is too loose. 1t.won'tgive maily as much protection this way. 1.15 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 23
What's wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt-is buckled in the wrong pIacelike this. In a crash,The the b.elt would go up over- your abdomen, belt.forceswould be there,not at the pelv'ic bones. Thiscould .causeserious intern-a1 injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Q: What's wrong with this? You can be seriously injuredif you wear the your arm. In a crash, yo.ur' .shoulder belt under body would move too forward, whichwould far of increase the chance head and neck-injury. to the Also, the belt would-apply too much force ribs, - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Q t What's wrong with this? You can be seridusly irijuredby -atwisted belt. Ih a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of-the I€a belt to spread impact forces,. belt is twisted, make. it straight so it can work-properly, orask your dealer to fix it. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or air bag system. Your vehicle has an air bag for the driver. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: I To unlatch the belt, just push the button on - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 27
safety b-elt,even with an air bag, and sitas far backas you can while still maintaining control of your vehicle. The system checks the a r bag electricalsystem €or i malfunctions. The light tells you i there is an el&tricd f problem. See '.'AirBag-J3eadine.s Light" 31 the Index for more infomation - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 28
force the object into that person. The path of an inflating .air bag must be kept clear. Don't put anything between an occupant and the air bag, and don't attach or put anything on or near the steering wheel hub. Where is the air bag? The driver's a r bag is in the middle of the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 29
What makesan air bag M a t e . ? The -airbag ~y.stem designed to work properly under a is wjde range of co'riditions, including.off-road usage. 0bsew.e safe driving speeds, :esp.ec.ially rough terrain. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 30
a history of asthma or other breathing trouble.. To avoid this, .everyone the in vehicle should getout as -soonas it is safe todo so. If you have breathing problems.but can'tget out of the vehicle after an air inflates, then get bag fresh air by opening a window or door. NOTICE: If you damage the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 31
There are parts of the air bag system in ,several places around your vehicle, Y0.u dm't-wantthe sys.ttem to. inflate.while someone is wo&g on your vehicle. Your GM dealer and the GM Service Manual have your vehicle and the aif baginformation about servicing system. To purchase a service manual, see - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 32
Passenger Position The right front passenger's safety belt works the. same way as the driver's safety-belt. See"Driver Position" earlier in this section. When the shoulder b,elt is pulledout all the way, it will lock. If-itdoes, let it go back all the way and start again. Center Passenger Position - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 33
a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. TOmake the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. - To make -the belt shorter, pull its free as shown until end the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it thesame way as the lap part - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 34
Rear .SeatPassengers (Extended Cab Jump .Seats) Lap Belt These a ~ resave seating. positions equipped e with lap belts. only. (If your extended cab pickup has the optional side axes-s.panel, there's only one reserve seating position.) It's very i-mportantfor rear seat passerigers to buckle-up! - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 35
button on the buckle. Don't use child restraints on these seats. They won't work properly. Smaller children and babies s.hould always be .restrained ina child or infant restraint. The instructions forthe restraint will say whether it is .the right type size for your child. A very and young child - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 36
heavy you can't ho1d.i.t.- example, in a crash For at only 25 mph (40 k d h ) , a 12-Ib. ( 5 5 kg) baby a will suddenly become 2404b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost.hpassible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never hold a baby your arms while riding in a In - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Top Strap - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Securing a Child Restraintin the Center Front Seat Position Jump Seats (ExtendedCab) Don't use child restraints in this position. The restraints won't work properly. Don't use child restraints in these positicms. The restraints.won't workproperly. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 39
S.e.curing Child.]Restraint-in the Right a Front Seat PosMo,n, You'll be using the hp-shoulder.belt. See the earlier part about the top .strap i the child restraint has one.. f 1. Put the.restraint on the seat. FollQw The instructions for the child i-estraifk '2. Secure the cluld in the-child.re. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 40
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be ,able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulderbelt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-33 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Larger .Children 6, To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into theretractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in dif€erent directions to be sure it is secure-. Children who have wtgrown child-restraintsshould wear the vehicle's safety - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 42
to the c-hi1d"s or neck? face Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be surethat the shoulder belt still is onthe child's shoulder, so that i n si crash the child's ~ip.per body would have the restraint that beltsprovide. If the child is so small that the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Never do this. in Here a child is sitting a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt,but the shoulder part is behind in the child.If the childwears the .belt this way, in a crash the child might slide under the-belt. The .belt's force would - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 44
isn't long [email protected] fasten-,your .deale.rwill order you an extende?. It's .free. Whea you go irf to order it, take the heaviest coat you:will wea, so the, extender will be long enough for.you. The extender will be.jast for you, and just for the seat in yourvehicle th.at you choose. Don't let - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Replacing.Restraint .Sy,stem Parts After .a Crash 'Ifyou've'ha3a crash., do y o u x e d new beits? After-avery minor cgllision, nothing may be necessary. But. if the belts weze scre,tched,as they \ n i ~ d d if wmn be during a.mo're: seve-reaash,.then you. need new belts. .1-38 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 46
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Ne.wVihicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions S.tarting Y o u Engine Engine Coolant Heater (Option) htqmatic. Tr.ansmission Operation Manual Trmsrnissio,n Locking Rear Axle: Four-wheel Drive (If Equipped) Parking Brake. Shi€ting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Ma.dels Only) 2-32 2-52 2-33 2-33 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 49
1 Keys e Leaving ymng children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. or They could operate power windows other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't young children. Ieave thekeys in a vehicle with - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 50
you your trouble .getting into vehicle if you ever lock p u r keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle toget in. SObe sure you have extra keys. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides a the owner with a pair of identical keys and key code number. The key code number teUs - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 51
better off whenever you drive your vehicle. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. -- -- To unlock the door from the inside, slide the lever 0 1 1 your inside door forward. You will see a re.d area on the lever. You can use the Keyless Entry System, if y-ouhave this option. 2-4 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 52
Side Access Panel (Extended Cab) Power Do-orLocks (If Equipped) If your-vehicle has power door locks., the switchis located on the armrest. Press LOCK to lodk all the doors at once. Your vehicle may be eq-uippedwith a side acces-s panel for c0nv.enienc.e in loading-and unloading cargo. It is - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 53
lock and unlock your doors from up to 30 feet (9 m) away .usingthe remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. This system.has trouble, see your %M dealer or a qudifiied technician for service. 0 0 0 Changes or modifications to. this system by other than an authoi-ized service - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 54
door will unlock automatically. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all the do.ors will unlock. .Press L0CK:to lock all the' doors. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery battery. When repIacing the battery, use.care niot..totouch any of the circuitry. Static from your body - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 55
'10 replace batteries in the Keyless EnEyWnsmitter: , Resynchronization ... , 1'. Jnsert a dime in the slot b.etween the covers of the tmnsmnitter near the key ring hole. Remove the bottom by twisting the.dime. 2. Remove q d replace.the battery with a Panasoaic@--type battery(CR2032 or equivalent - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Raise the tailggte slightly. 2. Remo-veboth retaining cables. To remove each cable, turn it so the end faces the h n t . Then, push forward so the larger part of the hole' is over the bolt. Plrll the. -endover the 6:olt. 3. With the tailgate halfway down, pull the tailgate toward you at the left - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 57
steal. However, there' ways you .ean.bqlp. Parking at Mght P&k in a lighted spot, close all windows and 1.ock.your vehicle.. Remember to keep your valuables you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignitkm: If you have an automatic tr-arcmission, taking your key out - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 58
(322 km) orso. During this time your new brake linings aren't yetbro-ken in. Hard stops with new liningsc ACCESSORY (A):.ACCESSO-RYlets ysu .use'-thi-ngs like the radio a d the.winds,hieldwipe-rs when the engine is off. Push i.n the key -andturn it toward. YOU. Your steering wheel will remain locked - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 59
. operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery-and prevent you from skarting your vehicle. On manual transmission vehicles, turning t.he key to LOCK will lock the steerihgcolumn and result vehicle. This could in a lass of ability to steer the f cause -acollision - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 60
: To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to the OFF position. Then turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release button down-at the .s.arnetime. Pull the key straight out. On automatic transmission vehicles, tu,rn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 61
. If you add .ekectrical parts or accessories, you could change theway the engine operates. Before addmg electrical equipment, checkwith yourdealer. Ifyou dodt, your engine might not perf0.m properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle -towed, see do the partof this manual that tells.how to it - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 62
. If you .add electpica1 parts or :accessories, you could change theway the engine operates, B-eforeadding electrical y0u.r dealer. If you dan't, equipment, check with properly. your engine might not perform If-youever have to have your vehicle. towed,see to the partof this manual that tells- how do - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 63
cord asit was before tu keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don%,it could b.e damaged. In very cold weather?0 "F (- 18* C ) or colder, the engine ooiantheater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 64
Automatic Transmission Operation Your automatic transmission may havea shift lever located on the console between theseats or on the steering column. There are several different positions for your shift lever. If your vehicle is equipped with a column shift lever, it features an electronic shift - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 65
forward codd damage your tran&issio.n. Shift to R E V E R a (,R) -after only your vehicle is stopped. Shifting out of PARK (I?) or NEUTRAL (N) while. your engine is"racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous, Unless your foot is'firrmlyon the brake pedal, your vehicle.,could move.very rapidly - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 66
when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep.hills, 6r for off-road-driving..Selecr DRIVE (D) when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions. DRIVE @): This position is also use.d for normal driving,'however it offers more power -and lower fuel economy than AUTQMATIC - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 67
'I Manual Transmission This is your shift pattern. 2120 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 68
Shift Li-ght 'If you:have a manual transmission, yon,have a SHIFT light. SHIFT This light will &QW you-when tash-ift to the nexl higher gear for best fuel economy. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Fa; the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and -:shiftwhen the light..come,son.. Locking Rear Axle If you. have this feature, your 1acking.rear axle- give can you ) I If your vehicle has. four-wheel drive, you-cansend your engine's dwi.ving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To shift - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 70
An indicator light near the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 71
: Shift to this neutral setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed. 2HI: This Setting.is for,driving in most street and highvay-sitwatiaizs. Your front ;axle is not engaged in tW.D-wbee1 dkive.. 4Hl: This getting.&fijjag&y8Ui front axle to.help drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you neesl extra - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 72
on inNEUTRAL (N) ) f a an automatic transmisSion. Fm a n~anual. transmission, the clutch pedal must .be engaged. The Remember that driving in ur 4LO may reduce fuel 4HI ec-onomy. Also, driving in fo in most .streetand highway situatibns...Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. When - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 73
axle will lock mt~matically. Shifting -from4HI to 2HI Pxess.and release the 2I-D switch. Thi-scan be done at any speed, .,adthe fFont axle will d o d k automatically. vehicles equipped n with atl automatic tr.ansmission. Th.e clutch pedal must be engaged on vehicles equipped with a manual 2-26. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 74
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:p.arking brake on c=an.cause your-rear brakes to overheat. Y0.u may have to replace them, and you.could .also-damage other parts of your vehicle. If you.are towing a trailer and.you must.park on a hill, see--"Towinga Trailer" in.the Iadex. That section shows what to do first-to.ke - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 76
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Models Only) Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right,foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the SM lever into PARK (P) position like this: It can be dangerous get out of your vehicle if - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 77
as far as it will ga: .3. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual .transfer case shiftleverj be sure the transfer case is in a drive. gear -- not d the front of t-he. vehicle. PARK (P), 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If y0.u can leave your vehicle with - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 78
With the Engine Ru-ming(Auto,maticTra mission Models Only] It can be dangerous to leave ; LXF -vehicle with the engine-runnin.g.Your vehicle could move:suddenly if the shift lever is 'notfuUy in PARR (P) with the parking brake.firmly set. If you:have fo-ur-wheel drive w.itha manual transfer case - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 79
Automatic Transmission Operation" in the Index, Par g,Your Vehicle (M-anual Transmi,ssionModels Only) Before you-getout of your vehicle, turnoff your engine, manual transmission gear you want. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case .shift lever,be sure your transfer case is in - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 80
Engine Exhaust Things that can burncould touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine exhaust @ Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust coming into is your - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 81
left th.e engine runnhg, thevehicle can level ground, always set your parking brake-and move the shift 1-ever-to PARK (P). If you have four-wheel drivecwith a manual engine with ;air system control L off could allow dangerous exhaust into yom.-vehicle (see the ear1ie.r Caution under "Engine Exhaust - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 82
the hand crank on each doorto raise or lower.your manual side door windows. Power Windows (If Equipped) If you have the .Your power windows will only work when the ignition has been tumed to RUN. The driver's door has a switch for the passenger's window as we-ll. Press-the side of the switch with - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 83
half a se.cond..to activatethe expressdown feature. Lightly tapthe switch-toopen the window slightly. The express o w -end of the switch. S.wing-OutWindows (Extended C,ab) To open 'arear swing-out window, pull the . Squeeze the latch in. the center of the window and slide the glass to open - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 84
legs more room when you enter ,and exit the vehicle. Turn Sig-nal/Multifunction Lever To tilt the. wheel, hold the steering wheel and puli the lever toward you, Move thesteering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.. The lever on the left side of the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 85
upward (fat right) and- )and for burned-oat bulbs. If you have n trailer towing option with -added wiring,for To signal -aturn, move lamps -regularly tu make sure.they panel will flash in the are working. direction .gh-beam headlamps are on,.this indicator light .OMthe instrument pgniJ wl il dso be - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Washes At the top .of the multifumtion.le.vertherc's a p-addle marked with the windshield washer symbol and the word PUSH. To spray washer can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the'band to choose the delay time; The closer to LOW, the shorter the delay. I 10 freezing weather, don't-use - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 87
you could lose control. Don't roads. use cruise control on slippery @ If you have an automatic transmission and y . 0 apply ~ your brakes, the cruise control will shut off. :If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal, the cruise control will shut off: 2-40 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 88
about a half a second. 2. Get .upto the speed you want. 3. P m s in. the SET button .at the end of the 1.eve.r and release it. You'll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. the Remember, if y o ~ h o l d switch at WA longer than a half - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 89
to a hi.gher speed: U.se the ac.cel:eratsr pedal to get to the higher out of cruise control. Many-driversfind this to b,e too much trouble and don't use cruise cc -01 on steep. hills. ' : O Step lightly on the brake, pedal or push .the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission. 0 Reducing - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Indicator Light (if you hgve one) Press the bottom switch with the master 1,amps symbol on it to tun. gn all the lamps listed -aboveas weli 'as the headlamps. Press the side of the switch marked OFF to-turn off your 1a.mp.s. The switches-areon the driver',$side of your instrument -panel - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 91
are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK -orACCESS-'ORYTo turn the to.ne off, press the on, The.instrument panel won't be lit up either. When it begins to get dark, your DRL ifidicator light:is a reminder to system.when ycwneed it. * the headlamp switchis off and tkparking brake. is released - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 92
low-beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to. work. Turn the.switch next to the headlamp switch up to make your ,instrument panel and transfer case lights brighter. Turn the switch all the way up to. turn on the. interior lamps. 2-45 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror Turn the INT LIGHTS d i m e r switc;h up until it clicksto tugn on the dome lamp. Press the tab under the .mirrorto .reduce glare ftom headlamps behind you.. 2-46 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 94
back out when finis.he.d. Convex Outside Mirror Yo.ur passenger's side mirror is convex; convex A mirror's surface i s curved so you can see more from the driver's seat. Power Remote Control Mirror The control is located the .on driver's door armest. Turn the control to L or R to choose themirror - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 95
You will find a storage compartment on each door. Front Storage Area If your vehicle has the center armrestcompartment, lift the cover.to expose the storage area which inc1u.de.s slots f6r inside the console. Some vehicles may have a storage pocket on the-back of the bucket or 60/40 bench seats. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 96
: Don't put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray.If you do, cigarettes or other eodd set themon fire smoking materiai-s causing damage. I I ' I I I T remove the front ashtray, lift the release tab as Full the sun visor down and lift the. cover to e.xpose tbe vanity mirror. 2-49 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 97
a fBSe and.have maximum current levels. NOTICE: When using the accessory power outlets, not maximum electrical load must .exceed 25 amps. Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipm-enton far extended periods will drain your battery. Pull the sun vkor down - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 98
Instrument Panel A. Air Vents. B . Instrument Cluster C. Electronic Transfer Case (If .Equipped) D. Comfort Controls E. Glove Box E Ashtray G. Cigarette LighterPower Auxiliary Outlets (Equipped) I L. f H. Storage Compartment I. AudioSystem J. Lamp Controls K. Brake Release - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 99
fast you% goi~g, about how much firel you've use$,..and many other things you'll need to - o to drive safely .and ec~onomically. hw I SERVICE ENGINE SOON SHIFT 0 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY FUEL MPH InDo'onrl P R N O D 2 1 Standard Cluster - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 100
I ANTI -LOCK CHECK GAGES -RPM V I I Optional Cluster 2- - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 101
is tamper re-sistmt..It will show ..silver.lines if it between: the numbers- solneorie tries . -zero, ahd. a label must be put on the-dtivef's door to show the :.oldmileage reading when the new OdQImteK was instakd. engine damagewill QCCUT. Tachometer-[If '&pipped) The tachometer displays the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 102
-WarningLights, Gages and Indicators This part-describes the warn-inglights and gages problem with one.of-:your vehicle's €unctions. Often gages and warning lights work togethex to letyou.-knowwhen there's a prabklem with your vehicle:. The :safety bekt light will also C C ~ on a d stay -on €or.ab - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 103
gineor c.omes on wh&nyou are drivingj.yo.ur air bag s.ystem may not work properly. Have :your vehicle serviced right away. 1t:should go .out once the engine.is Iuming. If it stays on, or corms on while you are driving; you may have a problem with thechargigg system. It c'ould.indicate that you have - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not runqjng, bllt the ignition is on (in the.RUN position), this gage shows your battery's state of charge-in DC volts. Reading.s in either warning zone indicate a pdss.ible problem-in the electrical :system. Have the whick s;erviced .as s o m as. possible. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 105
parts working well. J: Your brake sysrem may not be working properly is if the brake system warning light on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. I the light is still on after you've f pulled off the road andstopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 106
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning., Light, Engine Coolant Temperature -Gage This gage shows the..engin-e coolant temperature, If the moves -into 1 ANTI - LOCK With the anti-lock brake system, this Light will come on when.yau start .youx engine and maystay It means that your engine:co'olant has - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 107
(Service Engine Soon Li-ght)' Yaw vehicle is eq-uipped with a computer which monitors .operation of the fuel, igniti.on and ernis-sion control systems. NOTICE: If you keep driving yourvehicle with this-light a not on, ,after while,- your ernitision controls may work as:well, your fuel economy may - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Y~u'may able to correct the erni.ssion system be malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the.fuel cap, making sure to' fully install the :cap. The diagmstic. system.c.andetermine ifthe fuel ciap has been left off or improperly installed - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 109
.'If yowdo, yourengine can become sa,hot that it catc-hesfire.-Youor others couldbe burmd. Che-ckyour oil a soon as possible and have your s vehicle serviced... I NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil not probkms.can be- costly and is. covered by' your warranty. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 110
have the SHIFT light if you have a manual transmission. This light comes-on very briefly as a bulb checkwh-enyou start the engine. Shiftingwhen the indicator light is will on help you get the best fuel economy. See "Shift Light" in the Index. Check Gages Light. The CHECK GAGES light will come on - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 111
When the ignition is on, the fuel gage-tellsyou about how ,much fuel you have remaining. 0 0 0 2-64 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 112
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Standard Climate Control System Optional Climate Control Syste-m Air Conditioning (Option) Heating Ventilation System Defogging andDefro.sting Audio Systems Setting the Clock Setting the Clock for AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc-Player and Automatic Tone Control AM-FMStereo 3-8 3-10 3- 13 3-17 3-19 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 115
System The: upper h o b regulates the temperature .af the air c:omi.n-g through the system. Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air. Turn the knob countellclockwi,se-.%or cooler air. Mode Knob The lower knob allows you air toward LO, BI-LEVEL: This setti'ng directs air through the heater floor outlets - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 116
of aif delively. OFF: This setting turns the system off. Some outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle LEVEL A K : Air is delivered thTough the heater iloor outlets 8s well as the instmnent panel outlets. This setting directs airflow thr-oughthe instrument panel outlets. The air - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 117
, 'S-ee"Engine Coolmt'Heater'' in the' Index, Ventilation System For mild outsid&:V3npaature:s when little heating or c-oolingis needed, me VENT to:direct au.tsi.de.sir through your vehic1.e. Airflow is tllrough the'ihnstrumalt panel outlets. Your vehicle's ventilation gystem suppliesoutside air to - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 118
intake ducts of snow and moisture, and re-duces thechance of fogging .the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front se.ats clear of objects. This he1p.s air to-circulate throughout your vehicle. a When you enter a vehicle in cold:weather, move the Defogging and-Defrosting You can - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 119
before-theclo.ckgoes into the time-set mode. PWR-VOL: This knob turns :the system .and.off -and on controls the volume. To increase. volulme, turn h o b the clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Display the time. with the ignition off by plxessing this knob. 'When the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 120
may want to decrease the treble. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between.the speakers. FADE: Turn the control behind. the lowex knob to move the sound to the front - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Press AM-FM to select the band. PWR-VOL: This knob turns the system on and off and controls- thevolume, To increase volume, turn the knob. clockwise off by pressing thi-sknob. When the radio is playing,.press this knob to recall the station freq,uency. 3. Tune in the desired slation, 4. Press SET. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 122
, y.ou:may want to decrease the treble. REVERSE: Press the arrow button in the cppo.site direction that the lighted arrow points to reverse qGckly to another part of the tape. Press STOP-EJECT lightly to stop revefsing:andplay the tape. PROG: PESS.this knob to-gofrom:m e si-deof the tape to the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 123
to tune an AM station that ..broadcastsin ste.reo. Your STEREO. light wiIl come on when you're receiving AM stereo. If you press AM and stay there. .Playingthe-Radio PWR-VOL: This knob turns the system on and oftand c,ontrols the vnl.ume. To increase volume, turn the to recall station frequency. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 124
2. pres.^ AM-FM..to select the bana. -3. 'Tune in the desired station. 4, Pres-sSET. (SET will appear on the display,) BAL: Tnrfi. the.cmtrol b-ehiadthe qp.er knob to move .the sound to the- Ieft mright s.pe&ers. The middIe positian balances the -soundL between the speakem FADE::Turn the control. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 125
tape in order t0 play the raaio. If you leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to {he fadio, it may become warm. Your Delco system ma,y trademark of'.Motmo,la, h c . If your Del.co system can get C-QUAM Sign.als, your STEREO light will come on when you a e receiving stere:o. SEARCH: . - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 126
automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcomenoise at any particular speed. The volume level Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it recall the station frequ.ency. SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed-Compensated-Volumc(SCV). With SCV, your au.cli.0system adjusts automat - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 127
PUSHBUTTOJW The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to:,yourfavorite s-tations.You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Torn .the radio on. 4. Pre-ssAUTO TONE t9 Select the Setting you prefer. -5. Press and hold a i e of the four puhbutto-ns. Thesouad will m-ute. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 128
. When the BASS colitrol is rotakd, the AUTO TONE setting will chmge to MAN. BAL.: Press-lightly or-thisk-nohto release-it from its stored right speakers and counteTc1o;ckwise.to .adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. "TREB:Press lightly - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 129
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may be used..or igrrared. If igriofed,.the system plays.normally -and~e :radio is not p battery loses powerfor any rewon, you must unlock the radio with the seem code before it will op-erare. The instructions which follow ,explain how to enter. your secfe't code to activate the THEFTLOCK system - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 131
After a Power LOSS the vehicle. 2. Turn the ignitbn t.0 ACCESSORY .orRUN. Enter -yoursecret c.ode a fsllows-;pause,n.0.more. than with your c.ode. 8. Pres;s AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches- sixrat code.you Rave-written down. the The ,display.willshow REIp to 1e.t youknow that - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 132
: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 2. Turn the. signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16.to have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. like storms and pawer lines. Try reducing the treble Tips About Your Au,dio System Hearing -damagefrom loud noise - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 133
hicle's engine,Delco;' radio or other system-s,and -even damage them.Your vehicle's systems may inteifere Mth the opemtion of sound e q ~ p n e n that has t heen added improperly. So, befamadding sound equipment, check with yo.ur dealer - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 134
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Hill and Mountain Roads Wint-eterDriviQg Recreaii-ana;lVehide Tbwing (Four-Wheel.Drive with: Manual Shift Transfer Ca$eOnly) Recreational Vehicle Towitlg (Except Four-wheel Drive with the Manud SMt Transfe-rCa,se) Loading Your Vehic1.e Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab Towing a Trailer the. ~ - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up.. (See "Safety Belts" in the Index.) Defensive driving- really me.ans "be ready €or anything." On city streets, rural roads or freeways, - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 140
depends upon four things: The'amount of alcohol .consume,d The.drinker's-body weight The-:mountof fo:od that is con~urnedlhefo.re a 1 - drinking durin-g The length of time it has taken the drinber'to consumE thealcohol. Ac.cording tq the,AniGrican Medical. As:Sso.c.iati~n, a 18U-lb. (-8.2 person - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 141
a woman gerieitally will reach a higher BAC level t l i a a man of her s:ame body weight when each has the.sa-me -numberof level. There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. But the ability to drive i s affected well below a BAC of 0.10 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 142
body AC mi,ght not'be able :Xo react quickly e ~ ~ a u g havoid the collision. to There's something-else ab. 0u.t drinking ,and driving that 'mmy people don't know. MediGal rese'aPchshowsthat l%ak-cihol pefsun's system: cab; or ifyou're witha group, designates driver who d l not drink. -- - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 143
brakes, the steering and the accelerator. Al three systems have to Age.,physical condition, alertness, co.ordinati.on and eyesight all play a part.So do aIcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 314 of tire tread; the condition of your brakes; the weight of the vehicle and the amount .of brake - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 144
a-seit when you brake; Once the power.asskt is used up, it may take long-erto stop afid thelljrake pedal will .harder to zrush. . e b ANTI - LOCK If there's a problem with the. anti-lock brake system, -this war'i&g.Iight will stay an. See. "Anti-Lo& Brake System Warning Light" in th.e Index. 4-7 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 145
the most of available tire and road tronditions. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's. say the road is wet. You're driving safely; Suddenly-ananimal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes, Here's what happens with ABS. You cansteer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 146
anti-lockrbpkes. U.s,ing.Anti.-LthA Don't pump the'bisakes. Just hdd the brake pedzldown and let anti-lock wark..foxyou. You 'mayfeel the brake.$ curves. Here'-sw h y l i Braking in Emergencies, With m-ti-lock,you can steer and brake at thc same .time-. many emergencies., st.eeringcan kip, you - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 147
What shoula-youdo if this ever nappens? E,as,eup on the .acceIerator.pedd,steer the vehicle .the way y ~ uwant it . to go, .md:&xv down. Stea3n.gin Em 4-10 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 148
right wheels have a dropped off the.edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. y~i're An eri~rgency this requires t10 ,attintion .arid a like quick decision. 1fy.0~1 holding the steering all times and wexr safety b.elts properly. T the level of .the shoulder is only slightly below the f - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 149
-aboutto pass another on a two-lane highway wahs for just the-fiightmoment, acceIerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, thmgaes back inta the right-laneagain. A simple mamuver? Not necessaiIy! Passiixg amther vehicle on a twa-law highway is a potentixlly dangerous rno.ve, since the p&sing;vkhicle - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 150
lane. (Remember that into your-rightoutside ,mirror isconvex. The vehicle you juslpassed may seem to be farther away from y6u than it really is.) Let's review what driving expmts s-ayabout what happens when the thre.econ.trol systems- (brakes., steering, and,acceleration) don't have enough friction - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 151
-Wheel-Drive Vehicle.. This off-road guide is for vehicles that have .four-wheel drive. Also, see "Anti-Lock Brakes" in the Index; If your roading" means.you've left .the great North American road system behind. Traffic. lanes arerft marked. Curves aren.'t.Ij;znked.There are no road -sigm. Surfaces - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 152
things s.hould be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle. Put h-avier items as far forwardas y o u ~ ~ cargo properIy. Heavy laads on the roof raise the vehicle's center of gravity, making it more likely to roll over,Yuu this manual. See "Vehicle Lo-ading," "Luggage C.arrier" and "Tires" in - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 153
ie-.ather can help quickly. 0 Does your vehide have a winch?.I-f sa, be sure to read the winch instructions. 1n.aremote area, a winch can be handy-if you get: stuck. But you'll want to h sounds. With youwu-rns, hands, k t and body, you'il need -to respoad to vibrations -and vehicle bounce. 4-16 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 154
Scanning the Terrain Off-road driving can take:you over many different kinds of tgrrain.. You need to be familiar with the terrain and:its many different f&tures. Here we some things to can-sidei-. you approach t h g s faster and you h.ave less time to scan the terrain f&-obstacles. 0 you. h. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 155
obstacles .or rough terrain, keep a. firm..gkill\.on the steering wheel; Ruts, troughs or ather -surfaace'featu?es- jerk- paved roads :and highw-ays. There are no road signs, pastdspeed limits or signal lights. -Youhave to.use your own good judgment abaut .what&-..safe what-isa't. and Drinkiagmd - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 156
Appraa.chinga 'Mill 0 What's beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a drop-off, a fence? Get out and walk the bill if ~ Q Udodt:bGw. It's the. sm,m way ..findout, ...to. Is there a constant incline, or does the hill get sharply steeper in places?' Is .the hill simply-too rough? Steep - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Driving Uphill .Onceyou decide .you can s:dely drive up the hill, you :needtu take some special steps. Ease .up on your -:speedas-you approach .the top o f the hill. A t t a c h flag to the vehicle-t ; ~ you mure vigible , tr, appmaching traffic on trails or hill-s. Sound the horwas you approach - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 158
to restart it. With the brake pedal depressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to PARK (P) (or, shift to NEUTRAL (N) if your vehi-clehas a manual h-ansmi.ssion)and restart the engine. Then, shift-toREVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back dow'n the hill as - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 159
the hiIl and decide I just can't do it. What should I do? Set the.parking brake, put your trammission in PAW (P) (or the manual transmission in FIRST (1))and turn-off the engine. Leave the help. Exit on the uphill vehicle and go get-.some side.md stay cl&xr of the path the vehicle - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Driving Downhill When off-roading takes mnsi.det a number of thi Heavy braking when goj -u y-oufbrakest6 Vverheat and fade. This could cause loss of contra1 and a ,seriousaccident. -Applythe brakes lightly when descending a: hill and use a low gear to keep ve.hicle speed un.&r control. 4-23 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 161
. (P) (.or to NEUTRAL (N) with the manual transmission) and, while still braking, restart . . the engine. S.hift back to a 1.0w gear, you don't drive straight down. Never go down-hill with the transmission in: N E U T W (N),.or-with the clutch pedal dep&ssed in a .manuai~ shift. This is called - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off-ro.ad:trail will probably go across the incline of a hill.. If this happens, you have to decide wheth.er to try to drive a-cross theincline. Here are some. things to consider: 0 For reasuns like these, yqu need to decide cwehll'y whether tci try to - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 163
sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll -over,you'll be right in .its path. . a n If you have to walk down the slope, stay out - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 164
sand (as on.beaches or sand dunes) your tires will tend to sink into the sand. This has an effect on steering, accelefating and braking. You may ,w.antto reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on :sand.'This.will improve traction, Driving on frozen lakes, ponds rivers can be - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 165
Driving in Water Light rain causes no specialaff-road driving problems. But .ke.avy rain can .meanflash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. +Find- how deep the water is before you drive through out it. If it's deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don't 'tryit - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 166
can cause glazing-and uneven braking,. C,heck tihe,body struc.ture, steerbig, su$pensioonjwheels, tires .-and exhaust system for damage, Also, check the file1 lines and cooling system for any leakage. .Drivingat Night Your vehicle will req.uire more frequent service due to aff-rrrad use.. Refer to - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 167
down on glare frqm headl@%qs,..but ,they:als,omake.-alot of things invi.slble. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 168
D-rivingin Rain and on Wet Roa ; Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet -road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your fire-to-road traction isn't as good. as on dry roads. Arid, if your tires don't-have much tread .left, you-'11get even less traction. It - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 169
driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. 1 :I Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through same car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But-if - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Deep Standing Watw NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing,water; water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Neverdriv.e through water thatis slightly lower than the underbody your vehicle.If'you of or can't avoid deep puddles standing - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 171
rimand.erisscr.oss mmst large &tie-s.You'll save time -andenergy (See.the next part, "Freeway Driving.") Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic ligh.t-isthere because the corner is busy emugh to, need it. When a light turns gre,en,and just before you start to Iimve, check both ways for - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 172
on the freeway, adjust youspeed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it'%$Qwqq Stav in the right lane uniess you want'topass. Before changing lanes, check y0u.r mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the-lane; glance.quickly over your shoulder,to make-sure there - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 173
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same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on th.eroad, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind :against .thevehcle that c a i ~ a k you your imtruine'nts frequently. If-you get sleepy, p.ull off-theroad into a rest, service or-par.king- area and a asp, get some exercise, or take both. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 175
your trips safer-andmore enjoyable. (See "Off-Road Driving" in the Index for information ab.out driving off-road.) Keep your vehicle in goodshape; Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These pqrts @a work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 176
flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving. under severe conditions, include-a small of sand, a bag piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items inyour vehicle. Driving on Snow or Ice Most - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 177
- hard stop on a slippery road. Even tho.ugh you have an anti-lock brxking system, you'll' want to begin stopping sooner tha-nyou would on dry pavement. -can be and hard to drive on. But wet slick ice c.m-be even m-ore. trouble be-cause -it .offer the 'may 1-eastiraction of all. You can get wet ice - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 178
that you've been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. Ityou have' no blankets or extra .clothing, make .body insulators fmm newspapers, burlap bags, rags , floor mats. -- anything you can wrap around yourself :or tuck under your clothng to keep w m . If you are - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 179
the.base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And engine,make it g . - alittle faster than just idle. That is, push. the,accelerator..slightIy. This uses less fuel far the heat that .you get and it keeps- the. battery charg.ed. You willl neecia well-charged battery - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 180
-shift lever in 'NEUTRAL (N). R-ecre.ationa1 Vehicle Towing (Except Four-Wheel Drive With Manual Shift Transfer Case) Shifting the transfer case intoNEUTRAL (N. an cause your vehicle roll evenif the transmission to is in PARK (P), for an automatic transmission, or if your vehicle is in gear, for - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 181
is edge, -abovethe door latch. The label shows the size of your original. tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the grassweight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gro-ssVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, cargo aild - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 182
for off -road driving in this manual. See "Loading YourVehicle for Off-Road Driving" in the Index. ~ Using he-aviers.uspension comp'onents to get added durability might not change. your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. I NOTICE.: Your warranty does not - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 183
capacity ;is- shown on the CertificatiodTire label. This is the maximum load cap.aeity that. Y;QU vehicle can-carry. Be-sure to includejthe weight ~f the 'occupantsas part of your load.. If you a.ddedany accemxies or equipment after your vehicle-left the factory, remember tQ sub&acJ the weight - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Refer to the Truck-Camper Loading IDformation label in the gIove box for A and B dimensions. load purposes. Use the rear edge-of the. floor for measurement The recommended-location for the cargo center of gravity for the Cargo Weight Rating (C) is the p-oint where the mass of a body is concentrated - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Here is an example of proper truck and .carnper.rnatch; - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 186
-youhave followed ail tIie ste:ps inthis sectiw. Ask your GM dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer -- with your vehicle. NOTICE: Pulling a: trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To puli a trailer correctly, follow - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 187
If You Do Decide To Pull.A Trailer If you do, here are some imp-ortmtpoints: - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 188
. Vehicle 2wD Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 3.73 2,000.Il.?s.(90.8 kg) 4.10 2,000 lbs. (908 kg:) 5,000.lbs. (2 270 kg) 6,O.OO lhs. (2 724 kg) 2.2L Engine: 1Qwer ge.a). Three importmt considerations haveto do. with weight: the; weight Qfthe-trailer, 0 2wJ-J 'VOREC"' 4300, Auto. Trans. 3. m 3.42 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 189
:the. total or.-gross wei.ght of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehcle, any cargo you may c.my in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehick. And..if you will tow a trailer, you must add the ton - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 190
Hitches. It's important to have the correct hitch:-eq.uipn%ent. Cross&nds, large tru&s :gaing-byand mughmads are a few reasons why -you'llneed the-righthitch. Here -are. some rules to follow: Total We-ight. Your Vehicle 9 s - Tires. .on 4-53 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 191
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,move your o hmd.t.0 she right. Always back up d-owly if possible, haveSorneone ,guide ycau. Wkfm 'Y6u're turning with .a trauer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won't strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees .or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. S,ignal - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 193
turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a:txailer, the. arrows. on yourhstrument panel will flash for turm even if towing a trailer. Operating your vehicle in DRIVE @) when towing a . trail& will M z e :heat:buiidup and merid the life af y.our transmissioil. Qr, if you have, a-manu-ai transmission - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 194
curb. the 2. Have someone place chocks under trailer wheels. are 3. When the wheel chocks in place, release the regular brakesuntil the chocks absorb the load. apply your 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then parking brake,and then shift into PARK (P), or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmission engine - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 195
while you: Start your engine; Trailer Wiring Harness, 'The should he.wired by a qualified electrical technician. T.he.technician can use W-henTrailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more. often axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 196
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Road Here you'll:find.what ta do about some problems .that ciin "Ciel%afbfi the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-7 5-1 2 Hazard.Warning Flaihers. .Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overhearing 5-22 5-22 5-23 5-35 5-36 Engine Fan Noise I t a Tife Goes Flat Changirig x Flat 'Tire - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Hazard Warning Flashe-rs Press t e button on -top-or h the steering column all the wgy down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps.flash :on a d off. ,,_., ...n...,.,... ... Your hazard warnirrg flashers work no matter-what - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 200
can hurt you. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldnlt b.ecovered by your ww- automatic transmis;sion, it: won't start that way. I 1. Check the other ve-hicle.1.tmust.have a 12-volt battery with a neg,ativeground system. I NOTICE: I€the other system - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 201
radioon, it couldbe badly by damaged. The repair wouldn't b-e covered your warranty. I€your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary up electric fan under the. hood can start even when-the engine-is not running andcan injure you. Keep hands, clathhg and tools away'from any underhoodelectric fan. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 202
would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. Using a match near .a battery cause battery can gas to light. Be sure the battery has enough water.You don't need to addwater to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed i every new GM vehicle. Butif a n battery has filler caps, be sure the right - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 203
18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting -back to the battery is much less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine fora while. 11. Try to start the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 204
1.2. Remove me cables in reversemder .to prevent electrical shGrting. Take c.ae that they don'? touch each .other, any other metal. or A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 205
Never taw "wishd.amage.dpiartsnot fully secured, 0 Never.@ under your vehicle after it has been.I[i€tedby the tow truck. Always w e s,eparatesafety chains..on each .side-when towing vehicle. a 0 Newr use J-hooks. Use T-hooks instead. * A vehicle can fall from a car carrier i it isn't . adequately - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 206
.. The ite,erin,gwliegl sli~ultl be. cla-mpedin-a straightdahezd position witb a clamping &vice desi:ped for towing-service.DOfiat ust the vehicle's steering c.olumxz I-ockfor this. The transmission should be in NEUTRAL (N) an-dthe .transfer case, if you '31ave one, ShQuLd. i 2HI. The p&ing.bm - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 207
rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To help avoid damage,instan a towing doIlyand raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the-ground and/or wheel-lift equipment. Do not attach winch cablesor J-haoks - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to .ground or vehicle to wheel-lift eq-uipment.Ta help avoid darnage,install a towing dally and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and/or wheel-lift equipment. Do not ,attach winch cables or J-hooks - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 209
.or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats,, and getmt of the vehicle until. the engine is cool. NOTICE: I If your -engine catches because you keep fire. driving with no co.olant, your vehicle can b.e badly damaged. The costly repairs would..not. be c~overed your warranty - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 210
air conditioner, turn it off. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest.$gm speed and open the window as necessary. 3. 1 you're in a.traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); % otherwise, shift to the highest gear while driving -- AUTOMATlC OVERDRIVE (@) or DRIVE (D) far automatic transmissions - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 211
here's what you'll see: I P-your vehicle. has air conditioning, the auxiliary If electric fan under the hood can start up .even when the. engine is not running. and can injure away you. Keep hands, clothing and tools from any underhood .electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 212
you drive the vehicle. L The coolant level should be at the ADD mark. If it isn't, you may have, a-le-&in the mdiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump 01 ?mewbereelse in the cdoling.system. I NOTICE: . Engine damage from running your ,engine without coolant isn't covered by your warranty - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 213
more information.) NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack.the engine, radiator, heatercore and ather parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mix. r- Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be da-ngerous. Plain water, some other or liquid likealcohol, can - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 214
r You can be burnedif you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolantcontains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on -ahot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at ADD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 215
are .under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at highspeed. Never turn the.cap when the cooling system, including:the radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait the cooling systemrand for radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn.the pressure - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 216
but.now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the pressure cap when the cooling system, inchding the pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the-pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until'it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 217
3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-cOOL@ co.olant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the pressure cap off. 5-20 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 218
mixture through the filler neck until the level reach.es xh-ebase af the filler neck. 8. Then replace the pressure cap, A,t any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow aut of the filler ne.ck, reinstallthe press-ure cap. B.e-surethe arro.ws on t.he pressure cap line up like this. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 219
.ever have a "blowoilt," hme are a few tips about what to expec~ what to do: -and You.mhy alstt-hear this €annoise wheli ycju s.tart the engine. It will .go away as the fa :lutch disengages. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 220
. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level placeto change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: I. Set the parking brakefirmly. 2. Put anautomatic transmission shift lever in PARK (PI or shift a manual transmission to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). CAUTION: (Continued) 3. If you - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 221
cab) 'or 'on the p-assenger'sside .of the wxll (regular cab). The following steps will tell youhow to use the jack and change a tire. This is the jack cover for the extended cab. The cover .for the re,gular cab is similar. To remove it, turn the phstic wing nu%counterclmkwis.e. Rem-ovethe. J ac - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Turn .the wi~%g cwnterclockwise :and rem-ove the imt. wheel blocks.,jack and wheel wrench. Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle; See "Compact S-pareTire" later in this section for more mformation-about the compact spare. NOTICQ Never remove or restow a tire frodto a - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 223
.the spare .tire nearae-flat tire. The tools you'll be, w i n g include. the jack (A) and wheel wrench (€3).Your vehicle may also liava an optional hub, cap I:emov.d to-ol. 5-26 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 224
, SQ don't try to remove them with the socket end of the'wheel.wrench. If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be-removed in order to get to the wheel nuts. Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to-rerno.ve wheel nLlt Your wheel - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 225
them yet. 2. Turn the jack handle clockwise slightly to raise the jack lift head. A. Front Frame Hole. B. Rear Frame Hole (ZR2) C. Spring Hanger Hole (Standard Pickups) 5-28 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 226
whenit is jacked up is dangerous. I the vehicle slipsoff the jack, f you could be badly injured orkilled. Never get under a vehicle when is supported only bya jack. it I 1 NOTICE: Raising your vehicle withthe jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 227
turned by hand,. us.e the wheel wrench.and see your deal.er as soon as possible. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a t h e . Th-e wheel could come off.and cause an accident. When you change - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 228
10. Use the wrench.to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-31 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 229
s p e ~ ~ c i t i g n . Don't use the existing hoist store a tire with an to ,aluminum wheel or it could &amagethe wheel. Secure. the tire in p i c h p bed. the Follow this diagram to store the underbody -mounted spare. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 230
.A.. Wheel W m c h B. Hoi;$ Assembly C, Retainer D. Spring E. Tice E Valve stem (PoiritedD.own) G. Lower €3. R.aise - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 231
C.. D.. E. E G. H, 1. J. Repl.ace the.j-ackcover, -if-youhave one. A. Wheel Wxensh 3 . Bracket: - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 232
w.as new, it can lose air after a time. Check the. Cap Removal Tool (Some Mmiels) E. Cover (Extended Cab) %. Cover (Stand,ard Cab) D. Hub Cap Removal Tool (Some Models) E. B d t I NOTICE: When the compact'spare:is installed, don't ta.ke an your vehicle through automatic car wash with guide - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 233
spaPe. - explode.,.and you or oth-ers could be.injure&And, the tran3mission or other pqrts of the..vehicle. cm. ,overheatc That :couldcause an engine compartment fire:orother damage. When yo.u're. .stuck,.spinthe wheels as little-aspasssble. Dan% spin the-wheels above35 mph (55 kmh) as shown 'onthe - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will ;clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back ,;and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or *witha manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE(R)), spinning the wheels - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 235
'hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping.back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged andit would not be covered by warranty. 5-38 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 236
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c.are. Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countrks Filling Your Tank Checking Things Ugdgr ls Hood h Engine Oil Air Cleaner Autam-aticTrans-missi-onFluid...Manual Transmission Fluid.. Hy.draulk Clutch Rear Axle Four-wheel Drive Engine'Coolant Radiator Pressare-Cap 'Thermg-sgat P6we.r. Steering Fluid 6-29 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 239
. Yo,u'll :get genuine GM parts and GM-tf&ed and supported s-ervickpeople. We hope you"11want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM-partshave one of these marks: Your vehicle has an air bag system. B e h e .attempting to do your own service work, see "Servicing-You Air Bag-Equipp-ed Vehicle"in - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 240
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may be hard to find. Neveruse leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous. text on fuel. Costly repairs. caused by use of improper file1 w-oddn't be c.overed:'by your warranty. TQcheck un fuel availability, ask an auto club, or s in the contact a major oil company that does bt - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 242
your vehicle. While refueling, hang the cap by the tether from the hook'onthe filler door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the captoo soon, it will spring back to the right. soline ne vapor is highly flammable - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 243
fuel fiier cap slowly and wait for;ang 'ShW'noise to stop. Then unscte-w the cap new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer ean panel. When y0.u put the cap back on, twn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a cli.cking sound.Make sure you -fullyinstall the cap. The-dia.gn - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 244
Then go to the front o f the vehicle and release the secondary hood-release. Things that burn can-geton hot engine partsand start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brakefluid,.windshield washer and other fluids,-.and plastic rubber. Yau or others or could be burned. Be - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 245
When you.lift the hood, you'll seethese items on the 2.2L engine: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Engine 011 Fill Cap and Dipstick C. Brake Master Cylinder E. Battery E Power Steering Reservoir G. Air Cleaner D. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoi.r H. WindshieId Washer Fluid 6-8 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 246
When you lift the hood, you'll see these items on the "VORTEC" 4300 engine: A. Battery E. Coolant Recovery Tank C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Transmission Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill F. Power Steering Reservoir G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Air Cleaner I. Windshield Washer Fluid - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 247
the hood, he .sure- the filler caps are on all properly. Thin lift the hood Cheek your-engine 'oil-everytime :you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the. o.iI must .be warm and th.e vehicle 'mu.st an level ground. be The oil dipstick ,on the "VORTEC"4300eng~,eis a yellow ring. 6-10 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 248
The oil dipstick on the 2.2L engine is under the fill cap. Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel 01cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 249
line, then.you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But-you m u t use the. right kind. This part explaimwhat k i r d o f ' dto use. Fur crankcase capacity, see "Capacities the-proper operatiqg-rapgq, your engine cduld be damaged. Be sure to fill it enough to~put level somewhere in the the proper - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 250
RECOMMENDED SA€ VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE 30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. I - SI WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANYOTHER GRADE - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 251
tow a'traila. The vehicle is .usedfor delivtyy ,service,police engine under highway coridifians causeis engine oil-to break dawn dower. Rem-oteOil Filter (Four=Whe:el Drive) The access ,dcmx f m the ;re:mote:oilfilter is in-the steering linkage shiqld as-sbrnblyh a t e d under the.r.adiator support - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 252
If you have a problem propedy disposing .of your used oil, ask your dealer; a service station or a local recycling cen& for help. VORTEC" 4300 Engine To remove t.his air cleaner, remove the wing nut$ that hold the cover on, Remove the cover and lift out the air filter. Insert a new air filter, then - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 253
a ne'wa r filter. Then replace the air cleaner i assembly, making certain the PCV air tube is properly -seate.d the left-hand valve-cover and the clamps are in securely fastened. I NOTICE: If the air cleaner off, :a backfire cancause, a is .dam-aging engine And, dirt can easily get fire, into your - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 254
, TQO the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to getan accurate reading .you.check.your if transmission fluid. Wait &tleast.30 minutes before checking the transmissioil fluid level if.you have been driving: In heavy city traf€ic - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 255
),drive:the than vehicle in DRIVE @) un-til.theengine temp - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must.be the COLD area €or then pull it back again, out 4. I the fluid level in the acceptable range, push the f is dipstick back in allthe way; then flip the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 257
, be sure.to follow all the instructions here, or you could ge.t a false reading, NOTICE: Too much or too little-fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that same:u1 the fluid could come;out andfall on hot engine. parts or exhaust system p-arts, starting fire. Be a sure to get an - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 258
%heck the fluid level only when your engine is .off, the vehi-dlei parked on a level place and the lrtrarrsI' bring the fluid level up to th-ebottom of the filler plug-hole. 3. Install the filler plug. Be sure the plug is fully seated. Hydraulic Clutch The hydfaulic clutch system in your vehicle is - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 259
. See "Owner Checks and Services"a d "Fkcommended Fluids and Lubricants" In the Index. How to Check The proper fluid should be addeif$the'levei does not reach the battornof the diaphragm when it's in place in the reservoir. See the instructions on the re-servoircap. If the level is below the bottom - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 260
apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the lubricant. See "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in the Index. If the level is below the bottom of the.filler plug hole, you'll need to add - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 261
If the differe.ntia1 is. cold, add enough lubricant to raisethe level to 1/2 inch ( 12 mm)below the filler plug hole. @ extended life coolant. The fdIowing explains your .coaling system and how to add coolant when it i s - 1 0 If~ have a problem with ~ YQU engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 262
parts. If YOU use this mixture, you don't need to add anything else. Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the w h g lights before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set the proper coolant mix. With for plain water or - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 263
more than four times a year, have your dealer check. yourcooling system. NOTICE: If yon use. the propercoolant, you don't have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system. Thesecan be harmful. When your engine i.s cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a little - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 264
will alm.ost neve-rhave- add coolant at the radiator. t.0 Never turn the radiator?pressure cap even a little when the engineand radiatorare hot. Y h a n be Bmmd.if f l ~ ~ s p l s i coolant OM hot ll engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will b.urnif the -enginepafts are hot enoggh - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 265
a preset temperature. Power SteeringFluid NOTICE: Your radiator capis a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must tightly installedto be prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrowson the cap line up with theoverflow tub.eon the radiator filler neck. 6-28 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 266
instructions before me. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where.the.temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid th-athas su.fficien.t protection against free2i.n.g. The 1evel.sh.suldbe between the-ADD and FULL mxks. For the 2.2L engine, the. fluid level should be at tbe C-mark - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 267
Adding Washer Fluid .NOTIICE-: a When using concentrated washer fluid, dpen the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY with the washer synibol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. follow the manufacturer's instructions .for adding water. a Don't mix water with rea-dy-to-use washer to freeze. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 268
hydraulic system. i I Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ha-e. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There .are only tw.0 reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that, the brak.e fluid goes. down to an acceptable level.:during normal brake lining wear - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 269
from entering the reservoir. I You. can check.th.e.brake fluid without taking off the-cap. Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levels. should be above MIN. If they aren't, h.aw your-brake System checked to see if there is B leak. With the wrong kind.of fluid inyour - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 270
can badly damage brake system parts, For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as. engine oil, in your brake system can dam-agebrake system patts-sobadly that thef" warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. I NOTICE: I Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads c'ouldresult in - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 271
have the &ant brakes replaced, have the rear bp&minspected, too, .Brake linings should alw-aysbe replaced as complete axle -sets. See, "Brake System I-nspection" ixl Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Pexiodic Maintenance Inspections." Brake Adjustment Every time youmake a brace s~op, your disc - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 272
to read and follow the instructions on the bulb packa.ge. J t ac.id have B-atteries gas can burn you and that can explode. You can be badly hurtif you aren't careful.See "Jumy? Starting" in the index for tips on working a und a battery with9,qt getting hurt. Contact your dealer to learn how to - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Headlamps. Sealed Be.am.L.amps 1. -Removethe screws from the headlamp. retainer. 2. .Pull the headlamp o-ut and remove fhc retainer. 3 . Unplug and remove the headlamp. 4; Plugin the new headlamp and put it in place, 5. Put the retainexthe tighten the screws. headlamp and install and. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Headlamps 1. Open.the hood. 2. Remove the black protective cap.s from the removal pinsat the top of the radiator support. Use a hex socket to unscrew the pins. ' 3. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. (Some vehicles may have side-by-side bulbs.) 4. Unplug the electrical connector. 6-37 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 275
bumper and behind the parkin,g/turn 2. 3. 4. 5. signal lamp assembly. Push the tab on the socket, turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out, Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Push the new bu1b.int.o thesocket until it clicks. Put the socket-back into - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 276
the bulb and socket one-quarter of a-turn counterclockwise, 4. Remove thebulb and socket fro'm the lens. 5. Install.the new:bulb and socket 10 the sidemarker lens. 6,. Rotate the bulb and-socket one-quarter of-a .turn ciockwise. 7 . Install the sidemarker lens to the radiator grille. 8 . Insert - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 277
wire is provided along the driver's s.iid& fram-e.This wire rear ,-rshouldbe used to install a center high-mounted '-stoplanip in the cap 'or c.mper; 3. Pull the assembly away from the pickup side.panel. 4. Turn the socket countexclockwise to remove it. Push the tab. i-n while you turn the s,ocket - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 278
the ceI1-ler slo-ta,t the bottom ofthe lens. 2.. Gently pry tBe.Bcre.wdriver,d~wn order to lift out in t k lens; 3.. Disconnect ,th,eground wire. 4. Rembvei th.e the graun-dwire. -8. Gonnixt the electrical connectbr to the lamp assembly: 6. Rotate the lens-downward, 7. Snap the lens into the fiame - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 279
the windshield. 1.. To remove the old wiper blades;, lift the wiper arm until it 1o.ck.sinto a vertical position. A. Bl.ad-eAsse.mbly B. Arm Assembly C. Locking Tab D. Blade Pivot E. Hook S.10t E Arm Hook 6-42 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 280
insert (D), notched.end last, into the end with twoblade d a w s (A). Slide-the-insertall $he way through the blade claws at the opposite end (E). The plastic caps (e) will .be forced off as the insert is fully il1.serte.d. I A. Claw.in N0tc.h B . C.orrect Installation C. Incorrect Inst.aJlati~n - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 281
and improp-erly used tires are dangerous. 0 Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much, friction. You could have an air-out and serious a accident. See "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. CAUTION: (Continued) Unaerinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 282
driver's door edge, .above.the door latch right. It's not. If your tires don't have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: Too much flexing Toa much heat @ Tire overloading 0 Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaksby keeping - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 QOO. to 13 0.00 km). Any time you notice all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the mast important. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals. If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 284
for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which wil'l appear when yo-urtires have only l / 16 inch (1.6 mnm) or less of tread remaining. 10 You can see the indicators at three 01: mn1-e places around. thetire-. a You can see cord .or f'abric showing through the tire's rubber. The tread - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 285
of different sizes may also cause .damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the:.same size and type tires on all wheels. It's all right to drive with your compact spare (if .you have one), It was developed use on for your vehkle. 'If you 'eve.rreplace your tires with - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 286
While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light-trucksmay vary with respect..tothese e: . orades, they must also. conform Warning: .The tract-ioa grade assigned to thi.s .tire is based ,on brakin.g (straight ahead) tractioli tests and-do.es not include comering (tuning3 tractioh. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 287
Temperature -- A, 33, C Scheduled wheel alig-nment wheel balancing are not an.d needed. However, if y0.u notice unusual tire wc;ar or yo?urvehicle pulling. ode way or -theo,t.her,the alignment may need to b.e m e t . If y ~ notice your vehicle u vibrating.when driving on a smooth road, your wheels - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 288
of I t could affect the braking and handling your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make. you lose contrd. You could have a~c.olliSioh in which you or others couldbe vehicleground clearance and tireor tire chain clearanceto the body and .chassis; See "Changing a Flat Tire" more infmm.abn.., .. * - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 289
them on the drive tires (four-wheel-drive vehicles.can use chains on both axles) and tighten them tightly as possible as and with the ends. securely fastened. Drive slowly follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hearthe chains contztc,ting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 290
YOU slrike -amatch or get them on a hot part of the veh-ide. Some are dangerous if yau 's warnirigs. . -andinstruc.tiam. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the i,nsi.de. vehicle: , a Don't use any of these unless this manual says-,yQu can. In many uses, these will d a - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 291
or section. Mask surromdiirrg.trim along stitch or welt lines.. Using Solvent-Qpe Cleaner on Fa' First, see the stain, "feathering" toward .the center. 3. Keep changing to a clean section immediately with r - ,tow dryer. Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been ' - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 292
1. 'Cgrefully Scrape off excess stain. 2. Clean with coQ1.water anddiow to dry. 3. If a -$n.remai:ins,clean it with s.slvent-typec1:leaner. ~ Non-Gre,asy$%aim 11.. %&efully scrape off .excess stain, Thefi .sponge the soiled area withcool water. 2. Ifa.stai-nremains.,'follow the fwm-type in. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 293
surfaces .tb of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause ,annoying;reflections inthe windshield &:d even make it difficu1.t to see:thfough .thewindsh-ield .. under ce1 n conditions. Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glas,s Cleaner (CM. Part No% 1050427) or a liquid - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 294
your vehiclein the direc:t rays of the sun. cleaning powder), GM Part No. IQ500.11. The windshield. Don't.use strong s-oaps.orchemical wiper blades Don't use cleanhg ,agents that are petroleum'based, and affect theirperformam. Clean the blade by wiping or instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 295
polishingon a bas.ecoai/clesircaat paint fmishmay dull.the. finish or leave swirl marks.. Foreign-materials su.,chas ealci-u:mchloride and othersalts, i.ce'meltingagent.s, roadoil and tar, tree sap, bird Right metal :parts should be cleaned regularly -f,g keep their lu-ster. Washing with water is - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 296
wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on thebody or wheels of the vehicle. Petsoleum-based products may damage the paht finish. Don't-take- your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has. silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can alsq dam.age the surface-of - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 297
.e chips, fracture-$or deep scratches .in the finish should he repaired right away. Bare metal ,will corrode quicl;ly.antl may cItwelap into serviceoutlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be. GOrrectizd in your dealer Ts body and ,paint shop. C.he-mica1 Paint Spotting Some weather and - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 298
Appearance Care Materials Chart 6-61 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 299
the Vehcle Certification :and Servlice Parts labels -;andthe'certific:aE$-oflitk and registrgtion. Be s u e that.this label is' not removed from the Engine Identification The'8th :ch.al-.acterin y?ourVIN is the engine:code. This code willhelp you identi-fyyour engine; specifications and q5lti.cem - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 300
and the damage wouldn't be cove-red byyour warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to. add anything ektrical to your vehicle, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped-Vehicle" in the Index. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 301
Lid&. This greatly reduces the cha-nceoffires .caused by electrical problems. Look at the .silver-odored baml inside the fuse. identieallsize .andrating. Instrument Panel Fuse Block .Thefuse b1o;ck.i~ the at .driver' end of the k instrurhent panel. If you ever-havea problem .on the road and - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 302
FuseKirsuit 'Breaker 1 i U' 3 FuselCircuit Breaker- Usage A Power D-aorLOcks, Power 'seat, Power Seat Lu.mbar, Remot.e Keyless Entry Power Windows, Sunroof Mo.dwle/Motor 4 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 303
Fuse/Circuit Breaker 5 FuseKircuit Breaker -16 17 7 8 9 10- 12 14 I5 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Composite Low-Beahi Halogen Headlamps Composite High-Beam Halogen Headlamps Tail. and Stgplamps Front Sidemarker Lamps Fronf Turn Signal Lamps Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Underhood Lamp Visor Vanity Mirror Lamps Quantity Number 2El 9006 HB4 90.0.5€433 3057 L94 3157NA 577 93. 74 1 4 4-67 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 305
2.2L - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 306
" 4300 '12551472 PF52 Al.I-43C C'V746C 24200.745 41-932 GF48 1 Trico (20 inched5 1 cm) Capacities (Approximate) Cooling. System Capacity'* Eqgine. 2.2L "VORTEC" 4300 Transmission AutornaticlManual Automatic M.mual Quantity 11.s quarts (11.0 L) ll.7 quarts (11.1 L) 11.9 quam (11.3 L) "VoRTEC"-43 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Not :allair c.onditianidg refrigerants -methe.same.. If th,e air condi-tioningsystem in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper reffigerant is- used. If .you're. no.t mfkj ask your GM dealer. . *After refill, the level nzmt be checked, Dit'ferential Fluid Axle Rex Front 6-70 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 308
S Series 0.0 Wheel Offset ...54.5 inches.(138.4 cm) -6.4 Wheel Offset ...55.0 inches (139.6 cm) T Series 15-inch Tires * ,.-G . , . 5 7 3 inche.s (145.4 cm) 3 1 x 10.5 Tires ...6 1 2 inches (155.4 crn) Rear Tread S Series ...34.7 inches' (138.8 CIB) T Series 1-5-inchTii-es ...56.1 inches. (139.9 cm - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 309
6-72 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Your vehicle ;ntxxts-tBeseservices to retain its safety, dep.enclability and emission .control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-5 7 -5 7.-6 7 -6 Ilztroducitisn Part A.: Scheduled Maintenmee Services Short Trip/City Defiiiition Shmt TTip/City Intervals Long,T~ip/Highway Definition .LongTrip/Highway Intervals - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 311
I I KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Introduction Your Vehicle and theEnvironment Proper vehicle oan even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflationcan increase the level af emissions from your vehicle. To help - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 312
can be complex, Scj unless you are.technic.ally qualrfied and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer's. servic,e department or another qualified service cent6r do these jobs. Pef.farming maihtexiance work on a vehicle c.an be dange:rous..In trying t.0 do s.ome jobs,.you.c.an - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 313
to use are listed in.Part D. Make sure whoever sezvic.esyour vehicle uses these. All parts should bereplacedhnd all necessary repbs 0 use the recommended fuel. See "Fuel" in the Index. Sekcting-the Right Schedul-e First you'll need to decide which ofthe two schedules is right for YOU^. ire-hicle - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Milles (50 000 Bm): Air Cl,eaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Fi,lter Replacenient. Every 50,008 Miles (83 0.84)km): Automatic Transmission Service (sevexe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (I00 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Filter Replacement. Front Wheel Bearing Repack (2WD only) (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 k ) Automatic m: Transmission Service (severeconditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 k ) Engine Accessory m: Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 316
" in the Index for proper lubricant to use): ** Drive axle setvice 'LockingDifferenti,al-- .Drain fluid.and refill at first engine oi€change. At-subsequent oil Changes, check fluid level and add fluid as neede.d.. driving i If n dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill every 15,000 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 317
). An Emisxi6~ .Control Sem:ice. Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E~-taissiari Curttd Service.. 17Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See €ootnote #.I 0Check rearhont axle fluid.level and add fluid as needed. Check - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 318
I 9,000 Miles (1.5000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whit-hever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0' Lubricate chassis components (or'every 3 months, whichm occurs fi t). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add .fluid as needed. Check constant - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Maintenance Schedule I 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity j.oints and axle seals €or leaking. (See 20 000 km) 0Change engine oil and ,filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs -first), An Emission Control Service. ~ a..Lubricatechassis components ( - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 320
Maintenance Schedule I 0Check readfi-ont axle fluid level and add fluid as 'needed engine oil and filter (or every 3. months, whichever occ-urSfirst). An Emission-Control Service. .Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect air cleaner filter - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 321
fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check cmstant velocity joints and axle seals for Xeaking. (See footnote * - a , ) Rotate tires. Se,e."Tire Inspection and Rotation" 1 n the.Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See hotnote +.) 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) I7 Change engine - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 322
. 21,000 Miles (35000 km) El Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rearlfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 323
Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cuntrol Service; .24,000Miles (40 000 krn) (Continued) Check rearlfront axle fluid level and add .fluid as.needed. Check constant velocity joints .and - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 324
occurs first). Replace fuel .filter. An Emission Control Service. (%e-.fo-otnotef .) 0Replace-air cleaner -filter. Ah Emission Control Serviee. 0Lubricate chassis components (or .every 3 mo-nths,whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0CheCk re.ar/front axle fluid level m d add fluid as - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 325
first). An Emissiun Control Sewice. Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid.as needed. Check - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 326
chassis comp.onents (or every 3'monthsj whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/froizt axle fluid level and ,add fluid -asoeeded. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.) r DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 327
0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Curitrol-Service. 0Check readfrant-axle fluid level and addfluid as needed. Check mnstant velocity joints and axle 3 month.s, whichever occurs first). (See foutnote #.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-1.8 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 328
you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnot&.) 45,000 Miles (75 0.00km) 0Lubsic.ate.chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0. readfront axle fluid level and add Check fluid as needed. Check - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 329
info-rmation. (See footno:te +.) 48,000 Miles (89 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (orxvery 3 months,,whichever occurs first). AI?Emissiun Control Slervice. Lubricate chassis components.,(or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) DATE ACTUAL MrLEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-20 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 330
. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as-found in taxi, police or delivery service. I f you do m t use your vehicle under any of these da conditians, thefluid andfilte>r not require changing. Manual transmiss.ionfluid doe,sn't require change. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-21 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 331
. 54,000 Mile8 (90 000 km) El Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ,first). An Emis3ion Control Service, 17Lubricate chassis components Cor every 3 months, whichever OCCUTS -first). (S-eefootnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid. lwei and add fluid as needed. Check - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 332
MaintenanceSchedule I 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0Change engine si1 and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cuntpd Sewice, Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See fo-otnote* * .) 0Rotate - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 333
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 7-24 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 334
. (See footnote +.) and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. I 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage U Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs .first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 335
i.nformation. (See .footnote +.) .. , 0Change engine oil and fi :r (ox e v a y 3 monihs, whichever occurs first). h Emission Curztroi Service. 0Lubric:at.echassis camp-meats- (or e v a y 3 .months, whichever occurs first). (See 'footnote#.) I I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE. SERVICED B Y I 7-26 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 336
oth$,whichever,occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 'Lubri.catec,kas.siscomponents (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ( S e efootnote #.) 0Che.ck readfrcmtaxle fluid level' and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals. for leaking. (See footnote 4c* .) CJ - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 337
fluid level and ad.d fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking, (See footnote .** .> 0Rotate tires-. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index .for.proper rotati-on pattern and .add~iti.anal i-nformation, (See footnote +.) 0Change engine oil .andfilter (or - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 338
air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Conpol Service. (See footnote-f..) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for lealung. (See footnote ** .) 0Change engine oil - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 339
engine oil and ,filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S e n k v . 78,000 Miles (130.000km) (Contintced) 0Check rear/€ront axle fluid level #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid ievel and add fluid .as needed. Check-constant velocity j,oints and axle seals for leaking. - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 340
engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. I Check readfi-ont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle (or every 3 months, whichever.occurs first) (See footnote #.) a tI ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED B? 7-31 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 341
,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil .and fiiter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs.first). An Emission Control Service. Control Service. 5Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 .monthsjwhichever occurs.first). (See footnote #.) 0Check:readfront axle fluid level and -add fluid as needed - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 342
1 Short Trip/Citg Maintenance Schedu .e I Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Coritvol.S.e.wice. I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 0Replace fuel filter. An .E!nission Control Service. ($.& fQatn.otef.> 0Repl-aceair ckaner fiIter. An Ernissi,on - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 343
. (See footnote +.) . a n d 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 17 Change engine ail and filter (or-every 3 months, whic-h-ever occurs first).. An Emission Confro1Se-rvice. Lubric,ate chassis compments. (or every 3 mohths, whichever occurs 'first). (See. footnote #.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Control Service. Lu.bricatechassis c.omponents(or every 3 .months, whi-cheveroccurs first). (See footnote #.> 0Check readfront axle fluid l.evel and add flu-idas needed. Check constant velocity joints and axk seals for leaking. *-?I (.Se.e,footnote 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 345
(or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See "Engine Coolant" in the Index €or what to we. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, c.ondenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system andpres.surecap-. An Emission Control Service. Ifyou do no.t use your vehicle under - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 346
nat'nullify the emissi'on warrantyor limit recall liability prior to-thecompletion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be perforrne:d at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. Drive axle service (see "Recom.mended Fluids and - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 347
.axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote *?) 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 348
rearlfront axle fluid level and actd fluid .as nee.ded. Cheek constant velocity joints .and axl-e seals for leaking. (See footnote **.) 0Rotaktires. See "Tire Inspection and Rot-ation"in the Index for proper rotation information. pattern and addi~ional. (See footnote +) : ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BX - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 349
500km) CI Change engine oil' and filter (or every I 2 months., whichever occurs:first) An.Em.ission Conmi Service... Lubricate chzssis.components Check rem-/frQnt.axle fluid lever and add ] fluid.as needed. Check constant-velocity joints: and axle seals for leaking. - ACTUAL.MILEAGE TERVIGED B Y - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 350
information: (See fQotnote+.) Replace fuel filter. An Emission Cmwol Service. (See otnote?.) 0Replace air cleaner filterAn Emiss-ionCouitrol Servicei El Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever 0-ccursfirst). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 351
37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0Change engine.oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Entission Cuntrol Service. Lubricate chas.si.scomponents (or every 12 months, whichever occurs.first). (See footnote #.) Chec-k rear/frontaxle fluid level and add fluid as ne-eded.Check constant - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 352
45,000 Miles (75 000 kmj El Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occ,urs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Check readfront axle fluid Level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote 4'*.) 0Rotate tires.. See - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 353
Miles (83 000 km) 0Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly service. - I f y 0 u . d ~ w e your veh:icleundm any uf these not cgnditions, thefluid andfilter do-not require changing. Manuall trall.$rnissionfluid doesn't require change. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 354
52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contml Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as.needed. Check constant - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 355
+.) 7-46 Inspect engine ac.cessorydrive belt. 0Replace fuel filter. An Ernissbn Control Service. (See footnoteJf .) 0Replace air cleaner filter. An EyMission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage ofleaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed-. An - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 356
67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote *?j 0Rotate tires. See "Tire - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 357
Change engine oil -and filter (or every S2 months, whichever occur-sfirst). An EJnixsjon Control Semt-ce. 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle sea1 , whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) I DATE- ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-48 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 358
engine oil and filter (or -every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cot.lrrob Service. 0Check redfront axle fluid,1e.veland add fluid as nee-ded.Check coLn.stant velocity joints and axle , whichev.eroccurs first). (See footnote. #.) I DATE I I ACTUAL MILEAGE S-ERVICEDB Y 7-49 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 359
first). An Emission Corttrol Service-. - Replace fuel filter. 0 An E~nissiuvzCuntrol Service. (See footnote?.) Replace air cleaner filter; 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) CJ Check readfront axle flui.d level and add fluid as needed - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 360
97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change engine oil and-filter (or evely 12 months, whichever: occui-sfirst). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever'occurs first). (See footnote #-> Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed, Check constant - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 361
spak plugs. An Emission Controt ..Service. U Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or mo-rea€these conditions: temperature reg;ularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or-higher. - In hilly or mou-ntainausterrain. - Wke.n; aoi-ngfrequent trailer towing, - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 362
, pressure. and neck. Pressure test the cap. cooling system and pres.sure cap. An Emission Con'tvul Service. delivery service. I you do not use your vehicle unde.r any of these f coiiditions,th.efluid andfilter not require changing. do 1- a Manual transmission fluid does.n't require change. 1ns - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Cassette DeckService At Each Fuel Fill Clean. cassettedeck light. andall y ~ u r belts, buckles, latch plates., retractors and anchorag-es:are Engine Coolant Level Checkwo1kin.g properly. Look for any other loose.or dam,aged Check the engine .coalant level .and add DEX-COOL@ safety be1.t system parts - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Cheekthe fluid level in the clutch res-ervoir.See"Hydraulic Clutch Fluid" in the Index. A fluid 1 0 s ill this system could indicate a problem. Have the system insgected and repaired at o.nce. Body Lubrication S:ervice Lubricate all body door arid fuel door hring-es,latches the and locks including - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 365
m (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual timsmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed do-wn all the way to the- flaor. If the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 366
LOCK in each .shift lever p.o,sition. With an :automatic transmission, the key should turn t.0 LOCK o.dy when the shift lwer is in PARK (P). Barking Brake and Automatic Transmission .parking brake's holding ability: 'Withthe engine running-and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 367
fall). You should let your GM dealer's service department .or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure m y necessary repairs are completed at once. Exhaust SystemInspection Imp-ectthe complete exhaust system. Irmspecrthe.body near the exhaust. system.Lo& for broken, ,damaged., miss - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 368
Drive Axle Service Check redfront axle fluid Ievcl and add as neede,d. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Tra-nsfmCase (Four-wheel Drive) lnsp.e.ction Every 12 months or'at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer c.ase-andadd lubricant when necessary. Check vent - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 369
for your vehicle's engine, see "Engine Oil" in the Index. Hydraulic Clutch Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent System DOT-3 brake fluid). Power Steering System Manual Transmission with V6 Engine Manual Transmission with L4 Engine Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders GM - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 370
Front Wheel Bearings Differential, Front-and Rear Axle Transfer Case Windshield Washer Solvent Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985or equivalent) .or lubricant me-eting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. DEXRON@-111 Automatic Transmission Fluid. GM O.ptikleen@ Washer-Solvent (GM - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 371
2, Category LB or GC-LB. Weatherstrip Squeaks lubricant, S Tailgate Handle M U U ~ P O S ~ U ~ ~ ~ U I X ' See "Replacement Parts" -inthe Index for recmmnmended (GM PartNo. l2346241 Pivot Points, and spark plugs. replacement filters, valves or equivalent). Hinges, Latch Bolt and Linkage €hod and - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 372
Part E: Maintenance Re.cOrd After tbe .scheduled services.are performed, recordthe :date, odometer.readkg and who performed the.service in the boxes provided'aftex the maintenance interval. Any additional information from"Owner Checks.and Services" OF "Periodic Mairitenance" can. added on be the - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 373
Maintenance. Record - - . LE T ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PEXFDRMED 1 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Maintenanc-eRecord DATE 0-DOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERF'ORMED - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 375
Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER -READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-66 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 376
Section 8 Customer Assktance Information - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date. b.e quickly resolved at thatlevel. .If the matter has already been reviewed with ,the, Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the. awner of the dealership ox. the Gene4 Manager. 8-2 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 378
of dealership 'management, it appears your concern cahnot be resolvkd by the dealership without €urther help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance. -.800-222- 1020, In Canada, Center: by calling 1 cmtact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa byc-alling 1-800-263-3777 (English - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 379
the.instrument panel and visible thraugh the windshield.) Dealership naxi~e 1oe:ation and Vehide~delivety date-and present mileage .Nature However, if you wish to write Chevrolet, address your inquiry to: Chevrolet Motor Divisim Chevrblet Customer.As-&afice Center P.O. Box 7047 TZOY, 4.8007-~c)47 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 380
/Geo Roadside Assistance Program 111 1 P To enhance Chevrolet's-strong commitment to customer satis€action, Chevrolet is excite,dto announce the establishment of the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1997 Chevrolet/Geo, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. 8-5 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 381
0 .RoadsideBa~l:c Care services (as -outlinedabove) Plus.: I FREE.Non-Wmanty Towing (to the-clasestdealer. .fmm:a legal roadway) FREE LucksmitWKey Service (when keys me lost on the road or 1oCke.dinside) FREE..FlatTire Serviw (sp.areins.t.alledon the wad) 8-6 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 382
The Koadside Assistance Center uses companies.that will provide you with quality and priofity service. When raadside services are required, our advisors will explain any payment Stales.Please refer to .the the separate brochure.pro-vided'bythe dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services; - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 383
9 C ~ C W ~ O Wcouttesy-Ttaasportation is not part, G~CI ofthe Bump,erto Bumper New Vehicle.Liniite,d Warranty. (%evrdet/Geo re-ves. the right to make any chang,esor discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time without notification. 8-8 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 384
inan Alternative Dispute Resolution te1ephon.e number, or write the.m at the following address: BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Bou-levard -cleage -andmile-agejand other factors. 'Both Chevrolet and your Ghevrolet dealer are committed .to making sure you are - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Procedure. before you Tesortto AUTO LINE, but you may cantact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at.1-800-222- 1020. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS order a recall -andremedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Ontario:LLH 8P7 Ordering Sg .viceand Owner Publications in Canada aervice manu.al-s,service bulletins; owner's:manuals and other service literature are available at 1-800-222-1020 or write: Chevrolet..Motor Division Chevrb1et:Customet.Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Tray, Michigan 4800'7-7.047 8-11 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 387
nsmission, axle, suspension, brakes, vehicle. The owner's manual will include Maintenanc the electrical, steering, body, etc. Schedule for all models. RETAIL SELLPRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 388
days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time-for postal Orders will be mailed, within service. If further inform-ation is needed, wirte to the .! 8 I j;; c.i! .L , Truck & Light Car .Transmission Unit Repair Owner's.Manual In Porlfdlid Without Owner's Manual Portolia 1997 19-97 $40.00 $1'5; 00 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 389
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19 Automatic Transmission 7-55 Check ...Fluid ...6-17, 6-70 Operation ...2-17 7-57 Park Mechanism Check ...Shifting ...2-17 Axle 6-24 Front ...Rear ...2-22, 6-22 Battery ...6-35 ChargeLight ...2-56 Jump Starting ...5-3 Replacement. Keyless Entry ...2-7 Warnings ...5-3 8-9 BBB Auto Line ...Better - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 391
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Cooltint Heater. Engine ...2- 16' C.ourtesy Transportati.on ...8-8 %ruiseControl ...2-40 . Customer Assi-stanceTnf~'o;l~tio~ ...-8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Wet Roads ...4-31 W1nle.r ...4-39 With:a Trailer: ...4-54 Diiving On Cfades While Towing a Tr-ailtr ...4-56 Dr.unken Driving...4-3 ...A - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 393
-ies ...6-4 Gage ...2-64 Fuel Tank Capacity ...6-70 . Fuses and Circuit Breakexs ...6-64 Gages Engine Codlailt Temperdtu~...'2-59 . . Engine-OilPressure ..., ...2-62 Fuel ...2-64 Gas c.3~...6-5; GAWR ...4-44 ...Positions ...2-17 ...Gear Glove Box ...- . 2-47 . Gross Axle Weight Rating ...4-44 4-44 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 394
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...111 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...7-4 Seatback Latches ...l-5 RecliningFront ...1-3 Seats and Restraint Systems...1-1 Second Gear Automatic Transmission ...2- 19 Manual Transmission ...2-20 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service Engine Soon Light ...2-60 Service Parts Identification Label - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 398
Vehicle ...v . Tachometer ...2-54 Tailgate ...2-9 Lubrication Service ...7-55 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...6-40 Tape Player Care ...3.20. 7.54 Theft ...2-10 THEFTLOCK TM ...3-17 Thermostat ...6-28 Third Gear. Manual Transmission ...2-20 Tilt Steering Wheel ...2-37 Time. Setting ...3-6 Tire Chains - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 399
v a n i t y Mirror Lamp Bulb Replstcernent ...6-41 Vehicle Control ...4-6 Damagewarnings ...iv Dimensions ...6-71 Identification Number ...6 4 2 "Break-In" ...2-11 Loading ...4-44 Stwag...6-35 e Ventilation System ...3.-4 visors, sun ...2-49 Voltmeter ...2-57 Devices ...5-2 Waning Lights. Gages and - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 400
Replacement ...6-42,649 Wheel Replacement ...2-35 Fuses ...Windows ...Winter Driving ...4-39 Express-Down ...2-36 Wiring, Headlamp ...6-63 Sliding Rear ...2-36 Wrecker Towing ...5-7 Swing-Out ...2-36 WindshieldWasher ...2-39 Fluid ...6-29 Fluid Level Check ...7-54 WindshieldWiper ...2-39 I I 9-11 - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 401
Checkpoints ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK P.6-24 7 HOOD RELEAS.E P6-6 TIRES BATfERY PS-35 ENGiNE .O;IL DIPSTICK P6-10 SECONDARY WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUlR P6-29 I FUEL DO.QR P6-5 I Far de~il~d.-inf~rmarion, twthe page number listed, gr see the index in the back of the owner s manual. refer - 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup | Owner's Manual - Page 402
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