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GEO Metro 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 Metro 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 Metro cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Disarming -> 1990 -> 1990-93 -> 1990-95 -> 1990-97 -> 1991 -> 1991-93 -> 1991-94 -> 1991-95 -> 1992-93 -> 1992-99 -> 1993-2002 -> 1993-94 -> 1993-98 -> 1994 -> 1994-2002 -> 1994-95 -> 1994-96 -> 1994-98 -> 1995-2002 -> 1995-96 -> 1995-97 -> 1995-98 -> 1995-99 -> 1996 -> 1996-2001 -> 1996-97 -> 1997 -> 1997-2002 -> 1997-98 -> 1997-99 -> 1998-2000 -> 1998-2002 -> 1998-99 -> 1999 -> 1999-2000 -> 1999-2001 -> 1999-2002 -> 2000-02 -> 2001-02 -> 2002 -> 2003 -> 2003-04 -> 2003-04 Except Malibu Maxx -> Achieva & Skylark -> Alero -> Astro & Safari -> Aurora -> Avalanche -> Aveo -> Aztek & Rendezvous -> Beretta & Corsica -> Blazer, Jimmy, Sonoma & S-10 -> Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, LSS, Ninety-Eight & Regency -> Bravada, Envoy, Rainier, SSR & TrailBlazer -> C/K Series -> Camaro & Firebird -> Canyon & Colorado -> Caprice, Custom Cruiser & Roadmaster -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Century -> Corvette -> Coupe -> CTS -> Cutlass -> Cutlass Ciera & Cruiser -> Cutlass Supreme -> DeVille -> Eldorado -> Escalade -> Express, G Series & Savana -> Fleetwood -> Grand Am -> Grand Prix & Intrigue -> Impala -> ION -> L-Series -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Lumina -> Lumina APV, Montana, Silhouette, Trans Sport & Venture -> Malibu -> Malibu Maxx -> Metro -> Monte Carlo -> Park Avenue -> Passenger Cars -> Prizm -> Reatta, Toronado & Trofeo -> Regal -> Riviera -> S-Series -> Sedan -> Seville -> Sierra & Silverado -> SRX -> Storm -> Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon & Yukon XL -> Tracker -> Vibe -> VUE -> XLR -> Zone 1 -> Zone 10 -> Zone 12 -> Zone 2 -> Zone 3 -> Zone 4 -> Zone 5 -> Zone 6 -> Zone 7 -> Zone 8 -> Zone 9 -> Zones 1 & 7 -> Zones 2 & 6 -> Zones 5 & 9 -> Zones 7 & 9
Vehicle: 1995 GEO Metro 1.3 L4 GAS

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark

1994-96

Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> General Information -> TESTING PROPORTIONING VALVE
Vehicle: 1990 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS

When a premature rear wheel slide is obtained on a brake application, it usually is an indication that the fluid pressure to the rear wheels is above the 50% reduction ratio for the rear line pressure and that malfunction has occurred within the proportioning valve.

To test the valve, install gauge set shown in Fig. in brake line between master cylinder and proportioning valve, and at outpu...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GEO Metro 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: 1997 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 Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Drive axle -> Intermediate shaft
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Metro LSI 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 Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Disconnect solenoid lead and battery cable from starter terminals.
Remo...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1991 GEO Metro 1.0 L3 GAS

This lamp should light when engine coolant level in the radiator drops below a predetermined le...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 GEO Metro XFI 1.0 L3 GAS

Disconnect negative cable from battery.
Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
Disconnect lead wire at cooling fan motor.
Disconnect air cleaner inlet hose.
Disconnect reservoir tank hose.
Disconnect upper and lower radiator hoses.
On models with automatic transaxle, disconnect transaxle cooling ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 GEO Metro 1.0 L3 GAS

Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1994 GEO Metro 1.0 L3 GAS

Components on diagram:

Transaxle Control Module

Data Link Connector

Vehicle Speed Sensor

Throttle Position Sensor

Battery

Engine Components Diagram for 1994 GEO Metro 1.0 L3 GAS

Components on diagram:

Throttle Position Sensor

Starter Motor

Oil Pressure Switch

Distributor

Idle Speed Control Motor

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

1996 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Front Wiper Motor

Front Washer Pump

Front Wiper/Washer Switch

1997 GEO Metro 1.0 L3 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Light Relay

Light Switch

Left License Plate Lamp

Left Parking Lamp

Right Parking Lamp

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

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

Document: SIR - DERM EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Vehicle: 1990 GEO Metro LSI 1.0 L3 GAS

Auto Systems:

Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags

Document: SPAC CASE ESCALATION PROCESS
Vehicle: 1995 GEO Metro 1.0 L3 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GEO Metro AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most GEO Metro 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 Metro 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 Metro 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 Metro 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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