Maintenance Information Chevrolet Nova V

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Note. For scheduled maintenance intervals and the related fluid capacities, fluid specifications and labor times for major service intervals, see SCHEDULED SERVICES article in this section. Warranty information and specifications for fluid capacities, lubrication specifications, wheel and tire size, and battery type are covered in this article.

VIN LOCATION

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the left side of the dash panel at the base of the windshield. The VIN chart explains the code characters.

VIN CODE ID EXPLANATION

Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label. See VIN example below.

VIN code ID Explanation. Scheme 3

SEVERE & NORMAL SERVICE DEFINITIONS

Note. Use the Severe Service schedule if the vehicle to be serviced is operated under ANY (one or more) of these conditions

Service is recommended at mileage intervals based on vehicle operation. Severe Service and Normal Service is based on the following primary operating conditions

Severe Service

1. Short Trips (4 Miles Or Less)
2. Towing Or Heavily Loaded
3. Severe Dust Conditions
4. Hot Weather, Stop-And-Go Driving
5. Extensive Idling Conditions (Taxi Or Delivery Type Service)

Normal Service

1. Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily
2. No Severe Service Operating Conditions

CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT

The condition of camshaft drive belts should always be checked on vehicles which have more than 50,000 miles. Although some manufacturers do not recommend belt replacement at a specified mileage, others require it at 60,000-100,000 miles. A camshaft drive belt failure may cause extensive damage to internal engine components on most engines, although some designs do not allow piston-to-valve contact. These designs are often called "Free Wheeling".

Many manufacturers changed their maintenance and warranty schedules in the mid-1980's to reflect timing belt inspection and/or replacement at 50,000-60,000 miles. Most service interval schedules in this manual reflect these changes.

Belts or components should be inspected and replaced if any of the following conditions exist

1. Cracks Or Tears In Belt Surface
2. Missing, Damaged, Cracked Or Rounded Teeth
3. Oil Contamination
4. Damaged Or Faulty Tensioners
5. Incorrect Tension Adjustment

The camshaft timing belt should be replaced every 60,000 miles. Check tensioner for proper operation. Replace parts as necessary.

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Note. For more information regarding camshaft timing belt service refer to the 1.6L 4-CYL OHC - VIN [4] article in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.

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Note. For more information regarding camshaft timing belt service refer to the 1.6L 4-CYL 16-VALVE - VIN [5] article in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.

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TIRE INFLATION

The tire specification decal is located on glove compartment door.

WHEEL TIGHTENING

Tighten wheel lug nuts to 65-87 ft. lbs. (88-118 N.m).

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

1985-86 models use Group 22F-60 batteries.

1987-88 models use Group 26R-60S batteries.

BATTERY WARNING

REPLACING BLOWN FUSES

BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

COOLANT (PROPYLENE-GLYCOL FORMULATIONS)

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) PARTS

ENGINE OIL

FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE

HALOGEN BULBS

RADIATOR CAP

RADIATOR FAN

WARRANTY INFORMATION

BASIC NEW CAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Everything is covered for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Warranty covers the cost to all parts and labor needed to repair or adjust any items on the vehicle (except tires) that have been proven defective in material, workmanship, or factory preparation under normal use.

POWERTRAIN WARRANTY

This warranty takes effect upon the expiration of the 12-month/12,000-mile Basic New Car Limited Warranty and covers the components listed below. For 1985 vehicles, the listed components are covered for 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

For 1986-88 vehicles, the specified components are covered for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Refer to customer's copy of warranty information for specific model applications. Warranty is subject to a 100.00 deductible for each repair visit.

1. Engine Cylinder block, heads and internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing gears, timing gear chain/belt and cover, flywheel, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, engine mounts, seals and gaskets, water and fuel pumps.
2. Transmission Case and internal parts, torque converter, vacuum modulator, transmission mounts, seals and gaskets, transfer case and internal parts, seals and gaskets.
3. FWD Components Final drive housing and internal parts, axle shafts, constant velocity joints, front hub bearings, seals and gaskets.

CORROSION WARRANTY

Covers any rust-through in body sheet metal due to corrosion for 36 months regardless of mileage. Warranty begins on the date vehicle is delivered or put in use, whichever occurs first.

EMISSION COMPONENTS "DEFECT" WARRANTY

General Motors' emission components in the vehicle are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship which would cause it to fail to meet Federal standards for emission control system at the time the vehicle was built. Warranty begins on the date the vehicle is delivered or first put in use, whichever occurs first. Refer to customer's copy of warranty information for the exact warranty periods on specific models.

EMISSION "PERFORMANCE" WARRANTY

Listed below are the primary components which affect the vehicle's emissions performance. Other emission control related parts of these components are covered by the performance warranty where applicable.

If another part fails due to the failure of one of these components, both parts are covered. Warranty begins of warranty start date. The primary components are covered for 5 years/50,000 miles with a few exceptions to certain items, which are only covered for 24 months/24,000 miles (see list).

For some California vehicles, the warranty limits are for 3 years/50,000 miles with a few exceptions to certain items, which are only covered for 24 months/24,000 miles (see list). On other California vehicles, certain components listed are warranted for 7 years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Refer to customer's copy of warranty information for additional information on specific model applications.

Engine Emission Components With Varying Time Limits

1. Air Injector Reactor (AIR) Pump, Air Distributor And Valves
2. Pulse AIR Valve And Associated Parts
3. PCV Valve System And Oil Filler Cap
4. EGR Valve And Associated Controls
5. Choke Switches And Carburetor Parts
6. Engine Control Module And Associated Sensors (Some Models)
7. Electronic Fuel Injection System
8. Carburetor Feedback Control System
9. Throttle Return Control Parts (Some Models)
10. Catalytic Converter, Catalyst And Associated Parts
11. Fuel Tank, Filler Cap, Restrictor And Vapor Control Valves
12. Evaporative Emission Control Carbon Canister And Associated Controls
13. Emission Related Hoses, Clamps, Belts, Pulley, Tubes, Fittings And Wiring Harness

24 Months/24,000 Miles

1. Thermostatic Air Cleaner Switch, Control Valve And Associated Parts
2. EFE Valve, Heater And Associated Controls (Some Models)
3. Exhaust System-To-Catalytic Converter
4. Distributor Parts And Associated Controls
5. Spark Plugs And Ignition Wires
6. Intake And Exhaust Manifolds (California)

FUSE PANEL LOCATIONS

Vehicle has a total of four fuse panels. The main fuse block is located in the lower driver side kick panel, a power distribution center is located under the hood. A small fuse panel is in the lower passenger side kick panel, and a single circuit breaker is located behind the passenger side speaker housing.

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1. 1 - 7.5 Amp - Radio/Stereo Cassette
2. 2 - 15 Amp - Stoplights
3. 3 - 15 Amp - Instrument Lights, Parking Lights, Radio, Tail Lights
4. 4 - 7.5 Amp - Interior Lights, Open Door Warning Light
5. 5 - 7.5 Amp - Charging System Warning Light
6. 6 - 15 Amp - Cigarette Lighter
7. 7 - Open
8. 8 - 20 Amp - Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washer
9. 9 - 7.5 Amp - Turn Signal Lights, Turn Signal Indicator Lights
10. 10 - 7.5 Amp - Back-Up Lights, Temperature Gauge, Fuel Gauge, Heater Main Relay, Cruise Control System, Seat Belt Reminder Light/Buzzer, Warning Lights
11. 11 - 20 Amp - Charging System Warning Light, Emission Control System
12. 12 - 15 Amp - Left Headlights
13. 13 - 15 Amp - Right Headlights
14. 14 - 10 Amp - Horn, Emergency Flashers
15. 15 - 10 Amp - Generator with 1C Regulator (1G Terminal), Emission Control System, Fuel-Cut Solenoid, Charging System Warning Light Relay
16. 16 - 10 Amp - Radio/Stereo Cassette
17. 17 - 10 Amp - Air Conditioner
18. 18 - 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Rear Window Defogger, Rear Window Defogger Indicator Light
19. 19 - 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Heater Blower Motor
20. 20 - 14 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Power Door Locks
21. 21 - 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Power Windows
22. 1 - 7.5 Amp - Radio/Stereo Cassette
23. 2 - 15 Amp - Stoplights
24. 3 - 15 Amp - Instrument Lights, Parking Lights, Radio, Tail Lights
25. 4 - 7.5 Amp - Interior Lights, Open Door Warning Light
26. 5 - 7.5 Amp - Charging System Warning Light
27. 6 - 15 Amp - Cigarette Lighter
28. 7 - Open
29. 8 - 20 Amp - Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washer
30. 9 - 7.5 Amp - Turn Signal Lights, Turn Signal Indicator Lights
31. 10 - 7.5 Amp - Back-Up Lights, Temperature Gauge, Fuel Gauge, Heater Main Relay, Cruise Control System, Seat Belt Reminder Light/Buzzer, Warning Lights, Electronically Controlled 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle
32. 11 - 20 Amp - Charging System Warning Light, Emission Control System
33. 12 - 15 Amp - Left Headlights
34. 13 - 15 Amp - Right Headlights
35. 14 - 10 Amp - Horn, Emergency Flashers
36. 15 - 10 Amp - Generator with 1C Regulator (1G Terminal), Emission Control System, Fuel-Cut Solenoid, Charging System Warning Light Relay Electronically Controlled 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle
37. 16 - 10 Amp - Radio/Stereo Cassette
38. 17 - 10 Amp - Air Conditioner
39. 18 - 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Rear Window Defogger, Rear Window Defogger Indicator Light
40. 19 - 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Heater Blower Motor
41. 20 - 14 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Power Door Locks
42. 21 - 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - Power Windows
43. 22 - 15 Amp - Electronic Fuel Injection System (If Equipped)