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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks from 1990+

Cooling Fans -> Passenger Cars Except Saturn -> System Diagnosis & Testing -> 1996 Century & Ciera -> 1996 Corvette -> Achieva, Grand Am & Skylark -> Aurora & Riviera -> Beretta & Corsica -> Bonneville, Eighty Eight, LeSabre, Ninety Eight, LSS, Park Avenue & Regency -> Camaro & Firebird -> Caprice, Fleetwood, Impala SS & Roadmaster -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Concours, DeVille, Eldorado & Seville -> Cutlass & Malibu -> Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> Metro -> Prizm
Vehicle: 1997 GEO Prizm 1.6 L4 GAS

Achieva, Grand Am & Skylark

Refer to Figs. and for system diagnosis.

Aurora & Riviera

Refer to Figs. through for system diagnosis.

Beretta & Corsica

Refer to Figs. and for system diagnosis.

Bonneville, Eighty Eight, LeSabre, Ninety Eight, LSS, Park Avenue & Regency

Refer to Figs. and for system diagnosis.

Camaro & Firebird

Refer to Figs. through for system diagnosis.

Caprice, Fleetwood, Impala SS & Roadmaster

Refer to Fig. for system diagnosis.

Catera

Refer to Figs. through for ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1993 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS

  • After disassembling a power brake unit, soak all metal parts in solvent.
  • Use only alcohol on parts containing rubber. After the parts have been thoroughly cleaned and rinsed in solvent, they should be rewashed in clean alcohol before assembling.
  • Use compressed air to blow dirt and cleaning fluid from the recesses and internal passages.
  • Always use ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 1995 GEO Metro LSI 1.3 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the v...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 GEO Prizm LSI 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain transaxle fluid.
  • Remove hub nut cap, then cotter pin, hub nut and washer.
  • Remove tie rod end from steering knuckle.
  • Remove brake caliper from steering knuckle.
  • Disconnect control arm from steering knuckle.
  • Remove brake rotor.
  • Remove drive axle from hub assembly using a plastic hammer. If shaft is difficult to remove, use crankshaft gear puller (Tool No. J 25287) or equivalent.
  • R...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 GEO Prizm LSI 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Remove protective cover, then nut from B+ terminal on alternator.
  • Remove electrical connector from alternator.
  • Remove drive belt adjuster bolt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts.
  • Re...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Check Fuel Cap Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 GEO Storm 1.6 L4 GAS

The Check Fuel Cap Lamp will illuminate momentarily when the ignition switch is placed in the on position as a bulb check. If...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1990 GEO Prizm GSI 1.6 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to radiator.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to water pump inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1993 GEO Storm 2+2 1.6 L4 GAS

Removal

  • Rotate serpentine belt tensioner pulley clockwise to release tension from belt using a 3/8 drive socket wrench.
  • Remove serpentine belt from pulleys.

Installation

  • ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Center Console Components Diagram for 1996 GEO Metro  1.0 L3 GASCenter Console Components Diagram for 1996 GEO Metro 1.0 L3 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Sensing And Diagnostic Module
  • Shift Lock Solenoid
  • Manual Selector Lever Illumination Lamp
  • Shift Lock Solenoid Connector
  • Supplemental Inflatable Restrain System (SRS) Components Diagram for 1992 GEO Storm 2+2 1.6 L4 GASSupplemental Inflatable Restrain System (SRS) Components Diagram for 1992 GEO Storm 2+2 1.6 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • SIR Coil Assembly
  • SIR Resistor Module
  • Passenger Compartment Discriminating Sensor
  • Arming Sensor
  • SIR Inflator Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1991 GEO Storm GSI 1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 GEO Storm GSI 1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Charge Warning Lamp
  • 1990 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Relay
  • Instrument Panel
  • Turn Signal/Dimmer Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: APPROVED ENGINE COOLANT RECYCLING PROCESSES - REV
    Vehicle: 1989 GEO Tracker 1.6 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Document: HOMELINK TRANSCEIVER/GARAGE DOOR OPENER TRANSMITTER TEST KIT AVAILABLE AS ESSENTIAL TOOL - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1989 GEO Spectrum 1.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GEO AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most GEO cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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