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GEO CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT GEO REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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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+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1992-93 -> Discharging System
Vehicle: 1992 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS

R-134a systems require the use of special service equipment designed specifically for R-134a systems. R-12 servicing equipment cannot be used on R-134a systems.

Refrigerant-12 recovery stations cannot be used on Refrigerant-134a systems. A separate recovery station must be used on R-134a systems. The refrigerants are not compatible and will contaminate the R-12 recovery station.

The use of refrigerant recovery and recycling stations allows the recovery and reuse of refrigerant after contaminants and moisture have been removed.

When using a recovery or recycli...

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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+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 4 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS

Removal
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, insert screwdriver through hole in backing plate and hold automatic adjusting lever away from adjusting bolt, then, using a second screwdriver, reduce brake shoe adjustment.
  • Remove return spring, Fig.
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining front shoe.
  • Disconnect anchor spring from front shoe, then remove front shoe.
  • Remove anchor spring.
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining rear shoe.
  • Using screwdriver,...

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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 Pressure Relief -> Metro
Vehicle: 1993 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 vehicl...

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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+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1997 GEO Tracker 1.6 L4 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • If vehicle is equipped with a transfer case,place drain pan or suitable container underneath transfer case. Remove drain plug and drain fluid.
  • Place index marks on pinion flange yoke and differential pinion flange.
  • Remove bolts and nuts holding yoke, then separate pinion flange yoke from differential pinion flange.
  • Remove sliding yoke from transfer case, then remove propeller shaft from vehicle.
  • Inspect propeller shaft for dents or other damage. Replace shaft if damaged.
  • Inspect universal joints for smooth pivoting. If universal joints bind or appea...

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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: 1996 GEO Metro LSI 1.3 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.
  • Rem...

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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 Engine Or Service Now Soon Engine Indicator Lamps (Gasoline Engines w/Electronic Engine Controls Or EFI) -> Metro
Vehicle: 1995 GEO Metro LSI 1.3 L4 GAS

The Check Engine lamp should light when the ignition is turned on with engine not operating. When engine is started, the Check Engine lamp should go off. If lamp remains on, a code has been stored by the Electronic Control Module (ECM) memory. After diagnosis and repair, turn ignition Off, then clear codes stored in the ECM memory by disconnecting the battery ground cable, for approximately 20 seconds.

On 1998 and newer models, the Check Engine lamp may light if the fuel...

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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+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 GEO Tracker 1.6 L4 GAS

  • Remove radiator pressure cap.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain engine coolant into suitable container then remove and plug transmission fluid cooler hoses from radiator.
  • Remove lower shroud bolts and lower radiator outlet hose.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • On models equipped with air conditioning, remove mounting bolts and position air co...

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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: 1997 GEO Prizm LSI 1.8 L4 GAS

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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+.

I/P Wiring Diagram for 1997 GEO Tracker  1.6 L4 GASI/P Wiring Diagram for 1997 GEO Tracker 1.6 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Radio
  • Cigar Lighter
  • Audio Alarm Module
  • Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly
  • Front LH Side of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1993 GEO Storm GSI 1.8 L4 GASFront LH Side of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1993 GEO Storm GSI 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Fuse Relay Box
  • Ground G-101
  • Chassis Harness
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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.

    1996 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Sensing And Diagnostic Module
  • Forward Discriminating Sensor
  • Passenger Inflator Module
  • 1995 GEO Prizm  1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 GEO Prizm 1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Brake Indicator
  • Cruise Control Module
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
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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: SENSOR/MAT - CIRCUIT CODES 23/25 - S/M CORRECTION
    Vehicle: 1990 GEO Storm 2+2 1.6 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: LABOR TIME GUIDE UPDATES
    Vehicle: 1995 GEO Tracker 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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