2003 Buick Regal Owners Manual

I Headlamps, Low Beam I Signal Taillamps and Stoplamps/Turn I Taillamp (Applique) I For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.

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1. Open the trunk lid. 2. Remove the seven wing nuts (A) from the lamp

covering.

3. Remove the lamp covering. 4. Twist and pull the bulb socket (B) from the

trunk lid.

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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 for more information. 1. Turn on the wipers to LO. 2. Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the wiper pattern. The blades are more accessible for removaVreplacement while in this position.

3. Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches

(7.5 to 10 cm) away from the windshield.

4. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass,

push the release clip from under the windshield wiper arm connecting point and slide the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm.

5. Slide the new wiper blade securely on the wiper

arm until you hear the release clip “click’ into place.

For wiper blade length and type, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-96.

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Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Buick Warranty booklet for details.

Poorl, ..., jntained an, are dangerous.

.mproperly used tires

Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold.

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Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact - such as when you hit a pothole. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them.

Inflation -- Tire Pressure

The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the inside of the trunk lid, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

Notice; Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following:

Too much flexing

0 Too much heat

Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy

If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: 0 Unusual wear Bad handling

0 Rough ride 0 Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).

How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire Pressure Monitor System If your vehicle has the tire inflation monitor system, it can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system ”learns” the pressure at each tire throughout the operating speed range of your vehicle. The system normally takes between 45 and 90 minutes of driving to learn the tire pressures. This time may be longer depending on your individual driving habits. Learning need not be accumulated during a single trip. Once learned, the system will remember the tire pressures until the system is recalibrated. After the system has learned tire pressures with properly inflated tires, the LOW TIRE light will come on if the pressure in one tire becomes 12 psi (83 kPa) lower than the other three tires. The tire inflation monitor system won’t alert you if the pressure in more than one tire is low, if the system is not properly calibrated, or if the vehicle is moving faster than 70 mph (1 10 kmh).

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The tire inflation monitor system detects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure. The system can alert you about a low tire - but it doesn’t replace normal tire maintenance. See Tires on page 5-58. When the LOW TIRE light comes on, you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage. (If a tire is flat, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-67.) Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See lnflation -- Tire Pressure on page 5-58. The LOW TIRE light will also be displayed (while the ignition is on) until you reset (calibrate) the system. Don’t reset the tire inflation monitor system without first correcting the cause of the problem and checking and adjusting the pressure in all four tires. If you reset the system when the tire pressures are incorrect, the system will not work properly and may not alert you when a tire is low. Any time you adjust a tire’s pressure, rotate your tires, or have one or more tires repaired or replaced, you’ll need to reset (calibrate) the tire inflation monitor system. You’ll also need to reset the system whenever you buy new tires and whenever the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected.

To reset (calibrate) the system: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN. 2. Locate the red RESET button inside of your

instrument panel fuse block. The fuse block is located under the cover labeled FUSES, which is at the end of the instrument panel on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The RESET button is the first button in the top row of the fuse block.

3. Press and hold the RESET button for about five

seconds. The LOW TIRE light will come on and flash three times. Then it will go off. If the light doesn’t go off, see your dealer for service.

The system completes the calibration process during driving. The system normally takes 15 to 20 minutes of driving in each of three speed ranges to ”learn” tire pressures. The speed ranges are 15 to 40 mph (25 to 65 km/h), 40 to 65 mph (65 to 105 km/h) and above 65 mph (I05 km/h). When learning is complete, the system will alert you after two to eight minutes if a tire is 12 psi (83 kPa) different from the other three tires. Detection thresholds may be higher and detection times may be longer on rough roads, curves and at high speeds. The system is not capable of detection at speeds greater than 70 mph (1 10 km/h).

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Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles (1 2 500 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-62 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-65 for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services,” in Section 6, for scheduled rotation intervals.

Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Reset the Tire Inflation Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-59. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-95.

01 -n the , A s to Rust or dirt on a \...,.el, which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.

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When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here.

When It Is Time for New Tires

- One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining.

You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true:

You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.

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The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by an “MS” (for mud and snow). If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.

Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’s all right to drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for use on your vehicle.

If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.

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Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction - AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor

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laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance

The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced.

Wheel Replacement

Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.

Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.

Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-67 for more information.

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Replacement \

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Putting a used wheel on your vehicle dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.

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Tire Chains

you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the device if it’s contacting your vehicle, and don’t spin your wheels. If you do find traction devices that will fit, install them on the front tires.

has P225/6b 16 size tires, don’t , there’s not enough clearance.

If you1 v=llicle use tire chains Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause CAUTION: (Continued)

Notice: If your vehicle has a tire size other than P225/60R16 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class ”S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle.

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If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop - well off the road if possible. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely.

Changing a Flat Tire

If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard wa

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a tire can cause an inju-,

Changi vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving:

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1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine.

To be even more certain the vehicle won’t move, you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end.

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The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. -

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

1. Turn the center nut on

the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. Then lift and remove the cover. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-79 for more information about the compact spare tire.

The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.

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Removing the Wheel Center Caps

To remove a center cap, use the wrench to pry gently at the notch. Don’t use a tool that is narrower than the wrench to pry at this notch. Then pry off the cap.

The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), extension and protection guide (B) and wheel wrench (C).

Removing the Wheel Covers If your vehicle is equipped with wheel covers, be sure to use a wheel wrench to begin the process of loosening the plastic wheel nut caps.

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Then, using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. Be careful; the edge may be sharp. Don’t try to remove the cover with your bare hands.

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire

1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts.

Don’t remove them yet.

2. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack

lift head.

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3. For jacking at the vehicle’s front location, put the jack lift head (C) about 6 inches (15 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel opening (B) or just behind the two bolts (A) as shown.

For jacking at the vehicle’s rear location, put the jack lift head (B) about 5 inches (1 3 cm) from the front edge of the rear wheel opening (C) or just behind the off-set (A) as shown.

4. Put the compact spare tire near you.

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Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.

5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle

clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle.

6. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.

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the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.

Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident.

7. Remove any rust or dirt

from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.

Rust or dirt on the wheel, L. on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from

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8. Install the compact spare tire.

9. Put the wheel nuts back

on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.

10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.

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11 - Tighten the wheel nuts

firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown.

Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the index for the wheel nut torque specification.

12. Don’t try to put the wheel cover on your compact

spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.

Notice: Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.

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1ncor.A wheel nuts or im,.Jperly wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification. See ”Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for wheel nut torque specification.

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Storing the Flat Tire and Tools

Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

After you've put the compact tire on your vehicle, you'll need to store the flat tire in your trunk. Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk.

When storing a full-size tire, use the extension with the protector/guide, located in the foam holder, to help avoid wheel surface damage. To store a full-size tire, place the tire valve stem facing down, and then remove the protector/guide and attach the retainer securely. Store the cover as far forward as possible.

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A. Retainer B. Cover C. Compact Spare Tire D. Nut E. Jack F. Wheel Wrench G. Extension

Protector/Guide

H. Bolt Screw I. Foam Holder

Storing the Spare Tire and Tools When storing a compact spare tire in the trunk, put the Drotector/guide back in the foam holder.

Storing a jack, a tire or per ec, passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

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The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-79. See the storage instructions label to return your compact spare to your trunk properly. Be sure to calibrate your low tire pressure system after you replace your compact spare tire with a full-sized one. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-59.

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Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (I05 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want. You must calibrate the tire inflation monitor system after installing or removing the compact spare. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-59. The system may not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on the vehicle. Of course, it’s best to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again.

Notice: When the compact spare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together.

Notice: Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on your compact spare.

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Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle:

Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover

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They can all be hazardous - some more than others - and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: e Alcohol a Laundry Soap e Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. FabridCarpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM - approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-86.

Here are some cleaning tips:

Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can - before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. cleal Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set.

Using Cleaner on Fabric 1.

Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Follow the directions on the container label. Apply cleaner with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material and don’t rub it roughly. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner. Wipe cleaned area with a clean, water-dampened towel or cloth. Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry.

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leaning Problems

Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the

soiled area with cool water.

2. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions

described earlier.

3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat

the area with a watedbaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 mi) of lukewarm water.

4. Let dry. Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Clean with cool water and allow to dry completely. 3. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions

described earlier.

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Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth.

Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl/leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.

Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry.

For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather.

Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.

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Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish. Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-86. Notices Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.

Care of Safety Belts

Keep belts clean and dry.

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Do not bleach 01 may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

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therstrips

Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6- 15.

The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability.

Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-86. Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.”

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Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-86. If your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish. Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible.

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Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full-strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied.

The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off immediately after application. Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels. Ti res To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Nofice: When applying a tire dressing, always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish and tires. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty.

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials avaliable from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you.

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Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms; blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.

GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products.

GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

White Sidewall Tire Cleaner

upholstery Vinyl Cleaner

and

Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl tops,

convertible tops.

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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

(cont’d)

Description

Glass Cleaner

chrome and wire Wheel Cleaner

Finish Enhancer

Swirl Remover Polish

Cleaner Wax

Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss

Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints. Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface contaminants, Spray on wipe off. I Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other light surface I contamination. Removes. light scratches and protects finish. Cleans, shines and protects in one easy step, no wipina necessarv.

GNI Vehicle Care/A

Description

Wash Wax Concentrate

Spot Lifter

Odor Eliminator

Dpearance Materials Int’d)

Usage Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and cloth upholstery. Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics, vinyl, leather and carpet.

See your General Motors parts department for these products. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15.

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Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the trunk lid. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:

your VIN, the model designation, paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment.

Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

Vehicle Identification

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

~~ 1 SAMPLE4UXl M072675 kd

~~~

~~

This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.

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to your

Add-on Notice: Don’t add ~ ~ y ~ ~ i n g vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-58.

i ri

The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the underhood fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp system checked right away.

Windshield Wiper Fuses

If

fuse.

The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it fixed.

the motor overheats due to heavy

e ~ e ~ ~ ~ i ~ ~ ~

Power Windows and Other Power Options

Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse block protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed.

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Fuses and Circuit Breakers

The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and in the fuse block wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Some fuses are located in a fuse block on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses.

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I Breakers Circuit I TIRE RESET I WINDOWS

PWR

I Usage I Power Windows I Tire Inflation Monitor Reset Button

I

Bfan k

I Not Used

Fuses

PARK LOCK

Blank Blank

PCM, BCM, U/H RELAY

RADIO PREM.

SOUND POWER MIRRORS

Blank PANEL DIMMING

Blank

IGN 0,

CLUSTER, PCM, BCM

Blank

Usage Ignition Key Solenoid Not Used Not Used Ignition Signal: Hot in Run and Start, Powertrain Control Module, Body Control Module, Underhood Relay Remote Radio Premium Sound

Power Mirrors Not Used Panel Dimming Not Used Ignition Signal: Hot in Run, Unlock and Start, Cluster, Powertrain Control Module, Body Control Module Not Used

INADV POWER I DOOR LOCKS 1 TRAP ALERT I LIC LAMPS

TAIL LAMPS,

Usage Not Used Not Used Interior Lamps

Door Locks Trap AlertTM Taillamps, License Lamps Radio

CIGAR LTR

~.

ONSTAR

I FRT PARK LPS 1 POWER DROP

CRANK

SIGNAL, BCM,

CLUSTER

Not Used Cruise Control Not Used Instrument Panel Cluster Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop) Stoplamps Onstar@ Parking Lamps Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop): Hot in ACC and Run Crank Signal, Body Control Module, Cluster, Powertrain Control Module

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Fuses ABS TURN

r-

SIGNALS, CORN LPS

RFA,

CLUSTER

Usage Anti-Lock Brakes

Turn Signals, Cornering Lamps

RADIO, HVAC, Radio, Heating Ventilation Air

Conditioning Head, Remote Keyless Entrv. Cluster

a ,

HIGH BLOWER High Blower RH HEATED Passenger’s Heated Seat STRG WHL

SEAT

Audio Steering Wheel Controls

CONT

Fuses HVAC

BTSl PARK LOCK

AIR BAG BCM PWR HAZARD Hazard LH HEATED

SEAT Blank BCM ACC Blank

I usage Ignition Signal, Heating Ventilation I Shifter Lock Solenoid Air Conditioning Control Head I Air Baq I Bodv Control Module

Flashers

Driver’s Heated Seat I Not Used 1 Ignition Signal: Hot in ACC and Run, Bodv Control Module I Not Used

LOW BLOWER I Low Blower

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Underhood Fuse Block Some fuses and relays are located in the underhood fuse block on the passenger’s side of the vehicle in the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 or more information on location.

C c l 12) 131 (4) [51

Usage High Blower, Hazard Flasher, Stoplamps, Power Mirror, Door Locks Ignition Switch, BTSI, Stoplamps, Anti-Lock Brake System, Turn Signals, Cluster, Air Bag, Daytime Running Lamps Module Cooling Fan Retained Accessory Power, Keyless Entry, Data Link, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Head, Cluster, Radio, Auxiliary Power (Power Drop), Cigarette Lighter Ignition Switch, Wipers, Radio, Steering Wheel Controls, Body Control Module, Auxiliary Power (Power Drop), Power Windows, Sunroof, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Controls, Daytime Running Lamps, Rear Window Defogger Relay

Relays

10 11 12

Usage Cooling Fan 2 Cooling Fan 3 Starter Solenoid I Coolina Fan 1

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Relays

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

Fuses

20 21 22 23 24 25

Usage Iqnition Main Not Used A/C Clutch Horn Fog Lamps Not Used I Fuel Pump

Usage Not Used Generator Engine Control Module A/C Compressor Clutch Cooling Fan Electronic lunition

Fuses

31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Used 41 42 43

SYMBOL

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Usage Fuel Injector Oxygen Sensor Enuine Emissions Fog Lamps Headlamp (Right) Rear Compartment Release Parking Lamps Fuel PumD Headlamp (Left) Not Used Not Used Not Used I Not Not Used Not Used Not Used A/C Compressor Clutch Diode

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Capacities and Specifications

Capacities and Specifications

Automatic Transaxle

Pan Removal and Replacement

7.0 L 9.5 L

All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15.

Engine Specifications

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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

Part

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Engine Oil Filter

Spark Plugs

3800 V6 Engine

3800 Supercharged V6 Engine

Wiper Blade

Type Length

I *ACDelco@ part number.

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Number A I 61 4C* 10406026 Type PF47"

Type 41 -1 01 *

Gap: 0.060 inches (1 5 2 mm)

Type 41-1 01 *

Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)

Shepherd's Hook 22.0 inches (56.0 cm)

6 Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

................

........... 6.2 Introduction ................................................... 6.2 .................... 6.2 Your Vehicle and the Environment Maintenance Requirements .............................. 6.2 How This Section is Organized ......................... 6.3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ........... 6.4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule .................... 6.4 Scheduled Maintenance ................................... 6.4 Part B: Owner Checks and Services ................. 6.9 At Each Fuel Fill ............................................ 6.9 At Least Once a Month ................................... 6.9 At Least Twice a Year ................................... 6-1 0

At Least Once a Year ................................... 6.10 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ......... 6.13 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle

Boot and Seal Inspection ............................ 6-13 Exhaust System Inspection ............................ 6-13 Fuel System Inspection .................................. 6-13 Engine Cooling System Inspection ................... 6-13 Throttle System Inspection ............................. 6-14 Brake System Inspection ................................ 6-14 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .... 6-15 Part E: Maintenance Record ........................... 6-16

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Maintenance Schedule

Your Vehicle and the Environment

Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.

Maintenance Requirements

Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow recommended maintenance may not be covered by warranty.

Introduction

IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER

LEVEL AND CHANGE AS

RECOMMENDED

Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details.

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This Section is Organized

This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “‘Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment] you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.

Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. in trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work.

If you want to get the service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9. “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. “Part E: Maintenance Record” is a place for you to record and keep track of the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs.

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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how it indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs may vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.

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The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. This schedule is for vehicles that:

carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these on your vehicle’s Tire-Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-32.

0 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal

driving limits. use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5.

Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Sewices on page 6-9 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance inspections on page 6- 13.

Footnotes t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle 's useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. @ Whenever the tires are rotated, the Tire Inflation Monitor System must be reset. +A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6- 14. Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GNI Oil Life SystemTM (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is changed.

When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE OIL SOON light will come on. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel. It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on page 5-75 for information on resetting the system. After the services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service on the maintenance record pages in Part E of this schedule. An Emission Control Service

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7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in

dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.

U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

22,500 Miles (37 500 km) U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.

c1 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

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0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission

Control Service.

U For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f.) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

45,000 Miles (75 000 km)

Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f.) Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

CI

50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the

vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

- In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

60,000 Miles (1 00 000 km) U Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.

0 For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6- 15. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f.)

0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

U Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control

Service.

67,500 Miles (1 12 500 km) 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) U Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in

dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f.)

0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.

U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

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82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Ll Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.

0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission

Control Service.

0 For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f.)

0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Cl Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)

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100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control

Service.

0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the

vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

- In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery

service.

0 If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service

conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transaxle fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every

60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission

Control Service.

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D. At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to petform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for further details.

Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39 for further details.

At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check

Make sure tries are inflated to the correct pressures. Don’t forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-57 for further details. Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See Audio Systeem(s) on page 3-46 for further details.

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Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-22. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the body doors, hood, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, rear compartment, glove box door, console door and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Windshield Wiper and Wiper Blades” under Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-83. Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15.

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Starter Switch Check

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control ST-tem Check

When you are doing this check, the venlcle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular

brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-24 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.

3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.

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When you are doing this check, the venlcle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1.

2.

3.

Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-24 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle needs service.

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Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.

The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.

Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanis- Check

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. 0 To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With

the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake.

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should /et your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure- any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if nec.sssary.

Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-29. Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection