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Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-32 for more information.

Capacities

Application

Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Automatic Transmission (Drain and Refill) Cooling System

Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission

Differential Fluid

Front Rear

Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank

English 1.8 lbs

5.0 quarts

13.8 quarts 14.1 quarts

2.6 pints 4.0 pints 4.5 quarts

Metric 0.8 kg 4.7 L

13.1 L 13.3 L

1.2 L 1.9 L

4.3 L

2–Door Models 4–Door Models Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

19.0 gallons 18.0 gallons 100 ft lb

72.0 L 68.0 L 140 Y

Engine Specifications

Engine

VORTECâ„¢ 4300

VIN Code

Transmission

Automatic

Manual

Spark Plug Gap

0.060 inches (1.52 mm)

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Section 6

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule ......................................6-2
Introduction ...................................................6-2
Maintenance Requirements ..............................6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................6-2
How This Section is Organized .........................6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...........6-4
Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....................6-4
Selecting the Right Schedule ...........................6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ..............6-6
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ......6-17
Part B: Owner Checks and Services ................6-25
At Each Fuel Fill ..........................................6-25
At Least Once a Month .................................6-25
At Least Twice a Year ...................................6-26

At Least Once a Year ...................................6-27
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections .........6-30
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle

Boot and Seal Inspection ............................6-30
Exhaust System Inspection ............................6-30
Fuel System Inspection ..................................6-30
Engine Cooling System Inspection ...................6-30
Throttle System Inspection .............................6-31
Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-Wheel

Drive) Inspection .......................................6-31
Brake System Inspection ................................6-31
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-32
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..........6-34
Part E: Maintenance Record ...........................6-35

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Maintenance Schedule

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.

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 scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty.

Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. 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, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly.

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“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 can perform for you. “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.

How 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 GM dealer’s service department do these jobs. Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported service people that will perform the work using genuine GM parts.

{CAUTION:

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 purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11.

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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.

Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very 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 all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any 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 to schedule them.

When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. 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. These schedules are for vehicles that:

carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. are driven off-road in the recommended manner. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-15. use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Selecting the Right Schedule First you will need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which schedule to follow: Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: (cid:127) Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is

particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

(cid:127) Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent

driving in stop-and-go traffic).

(cid:127) You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top

of your vehicle. If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application.

One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner.

Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection. Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions only). Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement.

Every 45,000 Miles (75 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions). Automatic Transfer Case Only: Transfer Case Fluid Change. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection. Every 150 000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages.

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(cid:127) Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower. Long Trip/Highway Intervals

Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or 12 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation.

Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection. Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions only).

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement.

Every 45,000 Miles (75 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement.

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Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions). Automatic Transfer Case Only: Transfer Case Fluid Change.

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.

Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 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 Services on page 6-25
and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-30.

Footnotes † 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. # Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints, steering linkage, parking brake cable guides, propshaft splines, universal joints and brake pedal springs. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-31. ** Drive axle service. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-32 for proper lubricant to use: (cid:127) Check fluid level and add fluid as needed. If driving in

dusty areas or when towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill every 15,000 miles (25 000 km). If your vehicle has a locking differential, drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change.

(cid:127) More frequent lubrication may be required for

heavy-duty or off-road use.

3,000 Miles (5 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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(cid:127) ❑ ❑ 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

12,000 Miles (20 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever comes first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

24,000 Miles (40 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

21,000 Miles (35 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

27,000 Miles (45 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See

footnote †.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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.

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If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

33,000 Miles (55 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

36,000 Miles (60 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

42,000 Miles (70 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

45,000 Miles (75 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine

Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

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❑ ❑ ❑ 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

Manual transmission fluid does not require change. ❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid.

51,000 Miles (85 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

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❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

54,000 Miles (90 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

57,000 Miles (95 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

63,000 Miles (105 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

66,000 Miles (110 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

72,000 Miles (120 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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75,000 Miles (125 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

84,000 Miles (140 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

81,000 Miles (135 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

87,000 Miles (145 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine

Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

93,000 Miles (155 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

96,000 Miles (160 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.

If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

Manual transmission fluid does not require change. ❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid. Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service.

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

60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service.

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 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 Services on page 6-25
and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-30.

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Footnotes † 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. # Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints, steering linkage, parking brake cable guides, propshaft splines, universal joints and brake pedal springs. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-31. ** Drive axle service. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-32 for proper lubricant to use. (cid:127) Check fluid level and add fluid as needed.

If your vehicle has a locking differential, drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change.

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

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❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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.

(cid:127) ❑ ❑ ❑ − 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

22,500 Miles (37 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

45,000 Miles (75 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air

Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

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❑ ❑ 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

If you have not used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Manual transmission fluid does not require change.

❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid.

52,500 Miles (87 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

67,500 Miles (112 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Change automatic transmission 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 every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.

If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Manual transmission fluid does not require change.

❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid. Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service.

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

60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 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. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service.

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 perform 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 5-13 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 5-25 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 5-37 for further details.

At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-56 for further details. Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See Audio System(s) on page 3-39 for further details.

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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 airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag 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, Backglass, and Wiper Blades on page 5-91. Spare Tire Check At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If it moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-72.

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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 6-32. Manual Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5-22. Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-19. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-24. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once.

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 hood hinges, hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, door hinges, fuel door hinge, endgate hinges, outer tailgate handle pivot points, tailgate hinges, tailgate mounted spare tire (if equipped), glove box and console doors, moving seat hardware and folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

Starter Switch Check

{CAUTION:

When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.

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 2-36 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.

3. On automatic transmission vehicles, 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. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch is not pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.

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Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. (cid:127) With an automatic transmission, the ignition should

turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).

(cid:127) With a manual transmission, the ignition should turn

to LOCK only when you press the key release button.

On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.

Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check

{CAUTION:

When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake, See Parking Brake

on page 2-36 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.

3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do

not 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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Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check

{CAUTION:

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.

To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure form 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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(cid:127) (cid:127) 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 let your dealer’s service department 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 7-11.

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 necessary.

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 2-40.

Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.

Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.

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Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.

Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. A fluid loss could indicate a problem; check and have it repaired, if needed. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation. More frequent lubrication may be required on off-road use.

Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer.

Usage

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Hydraulic Brake

System

Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-13. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.

Windshield

Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent.

Hydraulic

Clutch System

Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345347, in Canada 10953517) or equivalent DOT-3
brake fluid.

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Usage

Fluid/Lubricant

Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering

System

Manual

Transmission

Automatic

Transmission

Key Lock Cylinders

Chassis

Lubrication

Front and Rear Axle (Standard

Differential)

Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345349, in Canada 10953465). DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Specification” on the label. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, in Canada 10950849).

Usage

Rear Axle (Locking

Differential)

Electronic

Transfer Case

Automatic

Transfer Case

Rear Driveline Center Spline and Universal

Joints

Constant Velocity

Universal Joint

Clutch Pushrod to Clutch Fork

Joint

Fluid/Lubricant

Usage

Fluid/Lubricant

Axle Lubricant; use only GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, in Canada 10950849. Do not add friction modifier. DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Specification” on the label. AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378508, in Canada 10953626). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary

Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release

Pawl

Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.

Hood and Door

Hinges

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).

Tailgate

Mounted Spare Tire Carrier (if

equipped),

Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and

Hinges

Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).

Weatherstrip Conditioning

Weatherstrip

Squeaks

Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12371287, in Canada 10953437).

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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.

Part

GM Part Number

Air Cleaner Filter Automatic Transmission Filter Kit Fuel Filter Oil Filter PCV Valve — 4300 Engine Spark Plugs

Windshield Wiper Assembly — Hook Type

Driver’s Side — 20 inches (51 cm) Passenger’s Side — 20 inches (51 cm) Rear — 14 inches (35 cm)

25098463
24200796
15050894
25010792
6487532
25162556

15757007
15757008
15010221

ACDelco® Part

Number A1163C

—

GF481
PF47

CV769C 41-932

— — —

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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.

Date

Odometer Reading

Maintenance Record

Serviced By

Maintenance Record

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Date

Odometer Reading

Serviced By

Maintenance Record

Maintenance Record (cont’d)

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Section 7

Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2
Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2
Online Owner Center ......................................7-3
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone

(TTY) Users ...............................................7-4
Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ................7-5
Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-6
Courtesy Transportation ...................................7-7
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data

Recorders ..................................................7-9

Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-10

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States

Government ..............................................7-10

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian

Government ..............................................7-11

Reporting Safety Defects to

General Motors .........................................7-11
Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-11

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Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:

STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager.

STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).

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We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is

available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield. (cid:127) Dealership name and location. (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage

(kilometers).

When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern.

STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you.

You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address:

BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22203-1838
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100

This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program.

Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your specific vehicle,

including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual (United States only).

(cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and

maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide.

(cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only

available to members (United States only).

Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada).

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(cid:127) Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

United States — Customer Assistance

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
1-800-222-1020
1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) Fax Number: 313-381-0022

Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center.

From Puerto Rico:

1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022

From U.S. Virgin Islands:

1-800-496-9994
Fax Number: 313-381-0022

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Canada — Customer Assistance

General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800

Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance

General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740
Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000
Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800

GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver’s or passenger’s adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle, such as hand controls and wheelchair/scooter lifts. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830.

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Roadside Assistance Program As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Call Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance at 1-800-CHEV-USA, (1-800-243-8872) 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance representative. We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense to you:

Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel ($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the nearest service station. Lock-out Service (identification required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km).

(cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for

warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow.

Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge.

(cid:127) Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside