Owner's Manual
Page 2
... 8-1 Maintenance Schedule This sectiontells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to drive under different conditions. i and It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells whatto do if you have a problem while driving, such as a tire or overheated engine, etc. and 5-1 6-1 Problems on page10. 8- 9-1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject in this manual. 0 1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual The 1-1 Seats...
... 8-1 Maintenance Schedule This sectiontells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to drive under different conditions. i and It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells whatto do if you have a problem while driving, such as a tire or overheated engine, etc. and 5-1 6-1 Problems on page10. 8- 9-1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject in this manual. 0 1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual The 1-1 Seats...
Owner's Manual
Page 60
... Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transmission) Windows Horn Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Convertible Top (If Equipped) Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators and what todo if you can learn aboutthe many standardand optional features on your vehicle, and informationstarting, on shifting and braking. e Section 2 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-6 2-7 2-8 2-9 2-1 1 2- 15 2-18 2-2 1 2-23 2-25 2-26 FeaturesandControls Here you have a problem...
... Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transmission) Windows Horn Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Convertible Top (If Equipped) Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators and what todo if you can learn aboutthe many standardand optional features on your vehicle, and informationstarting, on shifting and braking. e Section 2 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-6 2-7 2-8 2-9 2-1 1 2- 15 2-18 2-2 1 2-23 2-25 2-26 FeaturesandControls Here you have a problem...
Owner's Manual
Page 67
... the engineis not running . Use this position your vehicle if must be pushed or towed. 4 I With the key in the ignition. 2-8 ACC ( ) This is the position which you can remove the key. The switch stays in your electrical accessories, such the radio. to operate your electrical power accessories. as A warning tone will return ON for normal driving. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. When the engine starts, release the key. Ignition Positions m rr...
... the engineis not running . Use this position your vehicle if must be pushed or towed. 4 I With the key in the ignition. 2-8 ACC ( ) This is the position which you can remove the key. The switch stays in your electrical accessories, such the radio. to operate your electrical power accessories. as A warning tone will return ON for normal driving. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. When the engine starts, release the key. Ignition Positions m rr...
Owner's Manual
Page 80
... as you shift. Stop your vehicle and shiftyour transmission to TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H) at any speed if your hubs are locked and your wheels are straight ahead. You can shift from TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H) to FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) or from FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) to Parking Brake NEUTRAL (N). 2. Don't pause in one continuous motion. If the ignition on, is the brake system warning light will...
... as you shift. Stop your vehicle and shiftyour transmission to TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H) at any speed if your hubs are locked and your wheels are straight ahead. You can shift from TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H) to FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) or from FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) to Parking Brake NEUTRAL (N). 2. Don't pause in one continuous motion. If the ignition on, is the brake system warning light will...
Owner's Manual
Page 118
... the engine is not running, as and air conditioner. The system check includesthe air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. Charging System Light This light will flashfor a few flash seconds when you are system maynot work properly. If the light stays on or comes on while you turn on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. It could drain your battery. Driving...
... the engine is not running, as and air conditioner. The system check includesthe air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. Charging System Light This light will flashfor a few flash seconds when you are system maynot work properly. If the light stays on or comes on while you turn on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. It could drain your battery. Driving...
Owner's Manual
Page 129
DEFOG: This position directs air toward the floor. Fan Control Lever Slide the lever away from OFF to the for warmer air and to turn the system on. Move it to the right for cooler air. Your vehicle also has flow-through the instrument panel vents and toward the symbol to increase the fan fan's speed. Without left optional air conditioning, the air temperature cannot be less...
DEFOG: This position directs air toward the floor. Fan Control Lever Slide the lever away from OFF to the for warmer air and to turn the system on. Move it to the right for cooler air. Your vehicle also has flow-through the instrument panel vents and toward the symbol to increase the fan fan's speed. Without left optional air conditioning, the air temperature cannot be less...
Owner's Manual
Page 238
... Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under Hood the Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Engine Coolant Radiator PressureCap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement 6-40 6-48 6-49 6-5 1 6-52 6-53 6-54 6-54 6-55 6-55 6-56 6-57 6-57 6-61 6-6 1 6-63 Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside Your Vehicle of Cleaning the Outside the Windshield, of Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning the Outside Your Vehicle of your vehicle...
... Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under Hood the Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Engine Coolant Radiator PressureCap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement 6-40 6-48 6-49 6-5 1 6-52 6-53 6-54 6-54 6-55 6-55 6-56 6-57 6-57 6-61 6-6 1 6-63 Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside Your Vehicle of Cleaning the Outside the Windshield, of Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning the Outside Your Vehicle of your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
Page 293
...Shines scratching; in . Wax Treated Exterior cloth polishing 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 Oil Tar Remover L) and Road Removesoil tar, asDhalt road and oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and ...lightly waxes 1052870 16 oz. (0.473 L) Wash Wax Concentrate Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas ,plastic, " 1052918"" 8 oz. (0.237 L) Armor All" Protectant vinvl and rubber Multi-Purpose Interior Cleans carpets, interior door seats, trim, panels 1052925 16 oz. (0.473 L) mats floor and Cleaner 1052929 16 oz. (0.473 L) water Spray with on tire...
...Shines scratching; in . Wax Treated Exterior cloth polishing 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 Oil Tar Remover L) and Road Removesoil tar, asDhalt road and oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and ...lightly waxes 1052870 16 oz. (0.473 L) Wash Wax Concentrate Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas ,plastic, " 1052918"" 8 oz. (0.237 L) Armor All" Protectant vinvl and rubber Multi-Purpose Interior Cleans carpets, interior door seats, trim, panels 1052925 16 oz. (0.473 L) mats floor and Cleaner 1052929 16 oz. (0.473 L) water Spray with on tire...
Owner's Manual
Page 307
... weather. See "Fuel" in good condition, see your vehicle in the Index. If you drive long distances all necessary repairs done before you drive. You will perform the work , to help you keep your dealer. All parts should schedule them. These schedules are listed in good working condition. you have done and when you should be replaced and all the time in the Index...
... weather. See "Fuel" in good condition, see your vehicle in the Index. If you drive long distances all necessary repairs done before you drive. You will perform the work , to help you keep your dealer. All parts should schedule them. These schedules are listed in good working condition. you have done and when you should be replaced and all the time in the Index...
Owner's Manual
Page 309
... if the is true. Driving a vehicle with filly warmed engine a under highway conditions causes engine oil to follow complete maintenance schedule the on the following pages. 7-6 Emission System Hoses Inspection. Spark Plug Wire Replacement (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement. Evaporative Emissions Canister Replacement. Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions). Brake Fluid Service. At 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection. Be sure to...
... if the is true. Driving a vehicle with filly warmed engine a under highway conditions causes engine oil to follow complete maintenance schedule the on the following pages. 7-6 Emission System Hoses Inspection. Spark Plug Wire Replacement (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement. Evaporative Emissions Canister Replacement. Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions). Brake Fluid Service. At 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection. Be sure to...
Owner's Manual
Page 310
... maintenance services. Engine Idle Speed Check. Cooling System Service (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Brake Fluid Service. Free-Wheeling Hubs Inspection (if equipped) (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Spark Plug Replacement. Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement. Fuel Injector Inspection. Air CleanerFilter Replacement. Fuel Filter Replacement (or every 30 months, whichever occursfirst). 7-7 Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement. At 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection. Emission System Hoses Inspection. Differential Fluid...
... maintenance services. Engine Idle Speed Check. Cooling System Service (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Brake Fluid Service. Free-Wheeling Hubs Inspection (if equipped) (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Spark Plug Replacement. Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement. Fuel Injector Inspection. Air CleanerFilter Replacement. Fuel Filter Replacement (or every 30 months, whichever occursfirst). 7-7 Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement. At 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection. Emission System Hoses Inspection. Differential Fluid...
Owner's Manual
Page 317
... 0 Check engine idle speed and adjust underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service. Uses such as found in rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Change manual transmission fluid. CI Change transfercase fluid. 0 Change differential fluid. Replace fuelfilter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first, or sooner if filter is mainly driven under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). When doing frequent trailer towing...
... 0 Check engine idle speed and adjust underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service. Uses such as found in rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Change manual transmission fluid. CI Change transfercase fluid. 0 Change differential fluid. Replace fuelfilter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first, or sooner if filter is mainly driven under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). When doing frequent trailer towing...
Owner's Manual
Page 324
... leaks. Inspect cap gasket fuel for loose connections, chafed wires and first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Rotate tires. Change differential fluid. 0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Change manual transmission fluid. 0 Change transfer casefluid. damage (or every 60 months, whichever occurs An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Drain, refill and bleed the brake system. 0 Replace the camshaft timing belt. if An Emission Control Service. (Continued) 7-21 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule...
... leaks. Inspect cap gasket fuel for loose connections, chafed wires and first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Rotate tires. Change differential fluid. 0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Change manual transmission fluid. 0 Change transfer casefluid. damage (or every 60 months, whichever occurs An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Drain, refill and bleed the brake system. 0 Replace the camshaft timing belt. if An Emission Control Service. (Continued) 7-21 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule...
Owner's Manual
Page 340
...) 0 Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service. Replace any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE I (Continued) 7-37 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints looseness and damage (or every for 15 months, whichever occurs first). I DATE SERVICED BY: I SERVICED BY: 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or...
...) 0 Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service. Replace any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE I (Continued) 7-37 Check engine idle speed and adjust it to underhood label specifications. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints looseness and damage (or every for 15 months, whichever occurs first). I DATE SERVICED BY: I SERVICED BY: 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or...
Owner's Manual
Page 343
... Emission Control Service. 0 Drain, refill and bleed the brake system. 7-40 An Emission Control Service. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary. 0 Inspect the underhood wiring harness for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.(See footnote?.) 0 Replace the camshaft timing belt. Inspect the inside and outside of the distributor cap and rotor for pulling a trailer. Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 1 60,000 Miles (100...
... Emission Control Service. 0 Drain, refill and bleed the brake system. 7-40 An Emission Control Service. Tighten u-joint flange bolts if necessary. 0 Inspect the underhood wiring harness for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.(See footnote?.) 0 Replace the camshaft timing belt. Inspect the inside and outside of the distributor cap and rotor for pulling a trailer. Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 1 60,000 Miles (100...
Owner's Manual
Page 345
... occurs first). Check engine idle speed and adjustto underhood label specifications. if 82,500 Miles (I37 500 km) 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace necessary. Tighten u-joint flange boltsnecessary. DATE I MILEAGE 0 Rotate tires. it An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints looseness and damage(or every for pulling a trailer. if 0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust...
... occurs first). Check engine idle speed and adjustto underhood label specifications. if 82,500 Miles (I37 500 km) 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). Repair or replace necessary. Tighten u-joint flange boltsnecessary. DATE I MILEAGE 0 Rotate tires. it An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Inspect propeller shafts and u-joints looseness and damage(or every for pulling a trailer. if 0 Inspect the valve lash and adjust...
Owner's Manual
Page 365
... by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ROADSIDE Courtesy" Care PROVIDES: Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined previously) Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) 0 FREE LocksmithKey Service (when keys are notpart of or included in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasersof 1998 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see...
... by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. ROADSIDE Courtesy" Care PROVIDES: Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined previously) Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) 0 FREE LocksmithKey Service (when keys are notpart of or included in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasersof 1998 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see...
Owner's Manual
Page 371
... REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. The owner's manual will include the Maintenan Schedule forall models. of your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have diagnosis and repairinformation the on unit repair service procedures, adjustmentsand specifications for Owners a intended to provide basic operational information abou vehicle. 1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS...
... REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. The owner's manual will include the Maintenan Schedule forall models. of your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have diagnosis and repairinformation the on unit repair service procedures, adjustmentsand specifications for Owners a intended to provide basic operational information abou vehicle. 1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS...
Owner's Manual
Page 379
... Your Vehicle With the Engine Running...2-24 Lighter ...2-40 Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1.26.2.59 Anti-Lock Brake System Active ...2.62.4.9 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...2.61.4.7 Brake System Warning ...2-60 ChargingSystem ...2-59 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ...2-67 Oil Pressure ...2.65.6. 11 Overdriveoff ...2-66 Power Indicator ...2-66 Rear Window Defogger ...3-5 Safety Belt Reminder ...1.13.2.58 Service Engine Soon ...2-63 Loading YourVehicle ...4-46 Locks ...2-4 Cylinders ...7-48 Door ...2-4 Fuel Door ...6-6 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...7-50 7-48 Key Lock Cylinder Service...
... Your Vehicle With the Engine Running...2-24 Lighter ...2-40 Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1.26.2.59 Anti-Lock Brake System Active ...2.62.4.9 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...2.61.4.7 Brake System Warning ...2-60 ChargingSystem ...2-59 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ...2-67 Oil Pressure ...2.65.6. 11 Overdriveoff ...2-66 Power Indicator ...2-66 Rear Window Defogger ...3-5 Safety Belt Reminder ...1.13.2.58 Service Engine Soon ...2-63 Loading YourVehicle ...4-46 Locks ...2-4 Cylinders ...7-48 Door ...2-4 Fuel Door ...6-6 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...7-50 7-48 Key Lock Cylinder Service...
Owner's Manual
Page 380
...of Safety Belts ...1-24 Use of ...2-25 Parking AtNight ...2-7 2-21 Brake ...7-50 Brake Mechanism Check ...Over Things That Burn ...2-26 WithaTrailer ...4-55 Your Vehicle. Trip ...2-57 Off-Road Driving ...4- 15 Off-RoadRecovery ...4-12 Oil. Manual Transmission ...2-26 Parking Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-36 Passenger Position ...1-25. 1-32 Passing ...4-12 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-51 Power DoorLocks ...2-4 Indicator Light ...2-66 Mode Selector Switch ...2-14 Remote Control Mirror ...2-39 Steering ...4-10 Steering Fluid ...6-27 Windows ...2-29 Pregnancy. Engine ...6-11 Oil Pressure...
...of Safety Belts ...1-24 Use of ...2-25 Parking AtNight ...2-7 2-21 Brake ...7-50 Brake Mechanism Check ...Over Things That Burn ...2-26 WithaTrailer ...4-55 Your Vehicle. Trip ...2-57 Off-Road Driving ...4- 15 Off-RoadRecovery ...4-12 Oil. Manual Transmission ...2-26 Parking Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-36 Passenger Position ...1-25. 1-32 Passing ...4-12 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-51 Power DoorLocks ...2-4 Indicator Light ...2-66 Mode Selector Switch ...2-14 Remote Control Mirror ...2-39 Steering ...4-10 Steering Fluid ...6-27 Windows ...2-29 Pregnancy. Engine ...6-11 Oil Pressure...
