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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+

Compressor Service -> Nippondenso 10PA15/10PA20 Compressors -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS

The 10PA15 and 10PA20 compressors are conventional swash plate compressors with five double-ended pistons. The body of the compre...

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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+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98 -> Corvette -> Disassemble -> Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98 -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Metro LSI 1.3 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul
Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and when performing the following procedures.

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle as follows:
    • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
    • Remove two master cylinder attaching nuts, then the master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch, if equipped.
  • On models with compact master cylinder, remove proportioner valve assembly, Fig. ...

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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: 1990 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 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 -> Drive axle -> Intermediate shaft
Vehicle: 1991 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 GAS

Drive axle

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models with ABS, remove ABS wheel speed sensor.
  • On all models, remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Unstake, then remove driveshaft nut and washer.
  • Remove ball joint pinch bolt, then pry ball joint from knuckle.
  • On models except sedan, pry inboard driveshaft joints from transaxle using a pry bar or large screwdriver.
  • On sedan models, remove drive axle as follows:
    • Pry lefthand side inboard driveshaft joint from transaxle using a large screwdriver.
    • Using a suitable soft mallet, tap at base of right inner joint to remove from intermediate driveshaf...

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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: 1993 GEO Prizm 1.6 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 -> Anti-Lock Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1992 GEO Storm 1.6 L4 GAS

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. The lamp may light for as long as 30 seconds as a bulb and system inspection. If lamp remains lit or lights while operating the vehicle, a fault condition in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. When lamp is lit, turn ignition Off, then restart engine. If l...

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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+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1993 GEO Prizm LSI 1.8 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at thermostat using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from thermostat.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater core using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at engine outlet pipe using hose clamp pliers.
  • Disconnect heater outlet hose from engine outlet pipe.
  • Reposition heater core outlet...

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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: 1992 GEO Storm 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+.

Engine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 1992 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GASEngine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 1992 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Fuel Pump Relay
  • Junction Block
  • Intake Air Temperature Sensor
  • Main Relay
  •  Diagram for 1992 GEO Storm  1.6 L4 GAS Diagram for 1992 GEO Storm 1.6 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
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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.

    1993 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Gage
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Oil Pressure Indicator
  • Fuel Gage Sending Unit
  • 1991 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Light Switch
  • Ignition Key Warning Switch
  • LH Safety Belt 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: VALVE LASH SPECIFICATIONS - REVISED - S/M ADDITION
    Vehicle: 1989 GEO Spectrum 1.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: WARRANTY ADMIN - EXPEDITING PARTS - REV
    Vehicle: 1990 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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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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