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How To Check For Coolant On A 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
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Owner's Manual - Page 2
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2002 Chevrolet Prizm Owner's Manual
Litho in U.S.A. Part Number 22662720A First Edition
ECopyright General Motors Corporation 2001
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Owner's Manual - Page 3
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... it was printed. This manual includes the latest information at the time it . GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name PRIZM are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever...
Owner's Manual - Page 128
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... to assure that there is a problem and service is required. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation ... and emission control systems.
Standard Cluster
Optional Cluster
This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. This system is also designed to your vehicle. See "Engine Overheating"...
Owner's Manual - Page 177
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...the journey. They'll be well rested.
D Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all inflated to think you are . Is the tread good enough for any distance at higher ...Forecasts: What's the weather outlook D Maps: Do you 'll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all windows clean inside and outside? The exit speed is usually posted. don't plan to -date ...
Owner's Manual - Page 206
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... run the engine if there is overheating, both fans should be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running .
Don't run the engine, it isn't, ...you could be very hot. NOTICE:
Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your vehicle needs service. If you can be burned. Get any leak fixed before...
Owner's Manual - Page 227
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... 6-26 6-26 6-28 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid 6-29 6-32 6-33 6-38 6-46 6-47...
Owner's Manual - Page 235
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.... CAUTION:
Things that will burn onto a hot engine.
6-9 These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. Be careful not to the left...
To open the hood, do the following: 1.
Pull the release handle inside the vehicle. Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION:
An electric fan under the hood can get on hot engine parts...
Owner's Manual - Page 245
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Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows:
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:
D Park ...idle for more information on a level place. The automatic transaxle dipstick has an orange handle and is located near the coolant recovery tank.
D With your vehicle on location. 1.
See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the Index for three to five minutes.
Owner's Manual - Page 247
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...fluid could cause the transaxle to overheat.
If you do it checked is when the engine oil is cool enough for you check your fingers on the transaxle case. However, the fluid in ...and the transaxle is changed. Manual Transaxle Fluid
When to Check
A good time to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership service department. NOTICE:
Too much can damage your manual transaxle doesn't...
Owner's Manual - Page 249
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... Let the warning lights and gages work as they should check the fluid level in the Index. When to Check and What to Use
Engine Coolant
The following explains your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the... reservoir cap.
6-23 Protect against rust and corrosion. How to Check and Add Fluid
Check to add coolant when it is below the MIN mark, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. If...
Owner's Manual - Page 250
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... meets GM Specification 1825-M, which claim to improve the system. If you use this coolant mixture, you don't have your dealer check your engine could overheat and be covered by your cooling system can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. What to Use
Use a mixture of clean, drinkable water and the proper...
Owner's Manual - Page 251
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.... CAUTION:
Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it . when the engine and radiator are hot can be on a hot engine. Don't spill coolant on a level surface. Checking Coolant
The coolant recovery tank is warm, the level should be at the radiator. Never turn the...
Owner's Manual - Page 252
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...A fluid loss in the system or you suspect there is not necessary to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in the ...kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to regularly check power steering fluid unless you hear an unusual noise. Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is a leak in this system could...
Owner's Manual - Page 264
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... cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have questions about your Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details.
CAUTION: (Continued)
D Underinflated tires pose the same danger
as a result of too much friction. Check all tires frequently to obtain service, see your tire warranty and where to maintain the recommended...
Owner's Manual - Page 302
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... km) if the vehicle is used to use your vehicle is mainly driven under any of these conditions, check the fluid.
33,000 Miles (55 000 km)
An Emission Control Service. See "Engine Coolant" in taxi, police or delivery service. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See...
Owner's Manual - Page 307
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... fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) if the vehicle is used to use your vehicle is mainly driven under any of these conditions, check the fluid.
7-18 Inspect hoses. If you do not use . Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) j Drain, flush and...
Owner's Manual - Page 318
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...every 24 months, whichever occurs
first). Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. See "Engine Coolant" in taxi, police or delivery service. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote [.) j Change... for what to use your vehicle is mainly driven under any of these conditions, check the fluid.
7-29 Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. j Change automatic ...
Owner's Manual - Page 321
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... reaches 90_F (32_C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as needed. An Emission Control Service. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to use your vehicle is mainly driven under any of these conditions...
Owner's Manual - Page 343
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... be resolved over -the-phone technical advice D Available dealer services at reasonable costs
(i.e., wrecker services, locksmith/key service, glass repair, etc.)
8-6
As the owner of a 2002 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free; Roadside membership is free. however some services may incur costs. Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer...
Owner's Manual - Page 344
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... provided by the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 2002 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for utilizing ...outside services. The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that may be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management. When roadside services are required, our advisors will explain...