2010 Chevrolet Camaro Owners Manual

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detergency standards developed by the auto companies. A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www.toptiergas.com. For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves. GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors. It is available at your dealer/retailer. 8-46 Driving and Operating Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions can contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. We recommend against the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system could be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on. If this occurs, return to your dealer/retailer for service. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the speciﬁcations described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels. Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty. Filling the Tank { WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, ﬂames, and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle. This is against the law in some places. Do not re-enter the vehicle while pumping fuel. Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. Driving and Operating 8-47 { WARNING Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overﬁll the tank and wait a few seconds after you have ﬁnished pumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care on page 9-88. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4-19. { WARNING If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. If a new fuel cap is Notice: needed, be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer/ retailer. The wrong type fuel cap might not ﬁt properly, might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4-19. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger side of the vehicle. To open the fuel door, push the rearward center edge in and release and it will open. When reinstalling the cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks, otherwise the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may turn on. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4-19. WARNING (Continued) • Bring the ﬁll nozzle in contact with the inside of the ﬁll opening before operating the nozzle. Contact should be maintained until the ﬁlling is complete. • Do not smoke while pumping fuel. • Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel. 8-48 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Container { WARNING Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: • Dispense fuel only into approved containers. • Do not ﬁll a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed, or on any surface other than the ground. (Continued) Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer/retailer or towing retailer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. See the following trailer towing information in this section: • For information on driving while towing a trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips. • For maximum vehicle and trailer weights, see Trailer Towing. • For information on equipment to tow a trailer, see Towing Equipment. For information on towing a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on page 9-87. For information on towing the vehicle behind another vehicle — such as a motorhome, see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 9-87. Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips { WARNING The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. The driver and passengers could be seriously injured. The vehicle may also be damaged; the resulting repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Pull a trailer only if all the steps in this section have been followed. Ask your dealer/ retailer for advice and information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, see Trailer Towing on page 8-53. Trailering changes handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. With the added weight, the engine, transmission, wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder and under greater loads. The trailer also adds wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. For safe trailering, correctly use the proper trailering equipment. The following information has important trailering tips and rules for your safety and that of your passengers. Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer. Driving and Operating 8-49 Pulling A Trailer Here are some important points: • There are many laws, including speed limit restrictions that apply to trailering. Check for legal requirements with state or provincial police. • Do not tow a trailer at all during the ﬁrst 1 600 km (1,000 miles) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. • During the ﬁrst 800 km (500 miles) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at full throttle. This reduces wear on the vehicle. 8-50 Driving and Operating • Vehicles with automatic transmissions can tow in D (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) is recommended. See “Manual Mode” in Automatic Transmission on page 8-26 for more information. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. For vehicles with a manual transmission, it is better not to use the highest gear. • Use the cruise control when towing. • Obey speed limit restrictions. Do not drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers, or no more than 90 km/h (55 mph), to reduce wear on the vehicle. Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires experience. Get familiar with handling and braking with the added trailer weight. The vehicle is now longer and not as responsive as the vehicle is by itself. Check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, tires and mirror adjustments. If the trailer has electric brakes, start the vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. During the trip, check regularly to be sure that the load is secure, and the lamps and trailer brakes are working properly. Towing with a Stability Control System When towing, the sound of the stability control system might be heard. The system is reacting to the vehicle movement caused by the trailer, which mainly occurs during cornering. This is normal when towing heavier trailers. Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane. Driving and Operating 8-51 Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. The vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so the trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also ﬂash, telling other drivers the vehicle is turning, changing lanes or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. For this reason you may think other drivers are seeing the signal when they are not. It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. Vehicles with an automatic transmission can tow in D (Drive). Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. For vehicles with a manual transmission, it is better not to use the highest gear. When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating. To avoid this, let the engine run while parked, preferably on level ground, with the automatic transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes before turning the engine off. 8-52 Driving and Operating For vehicles with manual transmissions, let the engine run while parked, preferably on level ground, with the transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied, for a few minutes before turning the engine off. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating on page 9-24. Parking on Hills { WARNING Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. When possible, always park the rig on a ﬂat surface. If parking the rig on a hill: 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet for vehicles with an automatic transmission, or into gear for vehicles with a manual transmission. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the parking brake and shift into P (Park) for vehicles with an automatic transmission or into gear for vehicles with a manual transmission. 5. Release the brake pedal. Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • start the engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See this manual’s Maintenance Schedule or Index for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission ﬂuid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. See Engine Overheating on page 9-24. Trailer Towing Before pulling a trailer, there are three important considerations that have to do with weight: • The weight of the trailer. • The weight of the trailer tongue. • The total weight on your vehicle’s tires. Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg). But even that can be too heavy. It depends on how the rig is used. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. It can Driving and Operating 8-53 depend on any special equipment on the vehicle, and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry. See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” later in this section for more information. Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. Ask your dealer/retailer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 12-3 for more information. 8-54 Driving and Operating Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers or cargo in the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 8-12 for more information about the vehicle’s maximum load capacity. The trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After loading the trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, adjustments might be made by moving some items around in the trailer. Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the Tire-Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 8-12. Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. Towing Equipment Hitches Use the correct hitch equipment. See your dealer/retailer or a hitch dealer for assistance. • The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to it. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. • Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed? If there are, seal the holes when the hitch is removed. If the holes are not sealed, dirt, water, and deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from the exhaust can get into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 8-25. Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Leave enough slack so the rig can turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Trailer Brakes Does the trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted and maintained properly. Because the vehicle has antilock brakes, do not tap into the vehicle’s brake system. If this is done, both brake systems will not work well, or at all. Driving and Operating 8-55 Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle’s warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-32 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-33. 8-56 Driving and Operating ✍ NOTES Vehicle Care General Information General Information ...............9-2 California Proposition 65 Warning .............................9-2 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ........9-3 Accessories and Modiﬁcations .......................9-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work ......................9-4 Hood ...................................9-5 Engine Compartment Overview ............................9-6 Engine Cover .......................9-9 Engine Oil ..........................9-10 Engine Oil Life System .........9-13 Automatic Transmission Fluid ................................9-14 Manual Transmission Fluid ....9-15 Hydraulic Clutch ..................9-15 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter .......9-16 Cooling System ...................9-17 ...................9-19 Engine Coolant Engine Overheating .............9-24 Power Steering Fluid ............9-25 Washer Fluid ......................9-26 Brakes ...............................9-27 Brake Fluid .........................9-28 Battery ...............................9-29 Rear Axle ...........................9-30 Starter Switch Check ............9-31 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check ...................9-32 Ignition Transmission Lock Check .......................9-32 Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check ..............9-32 Wiper Blade Replacement ......9-33 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming ................9-34 Bulb Replacement ...............9-37 Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs ....................9-37 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ....................9-37 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle) ...................9-37 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Up-Level Vehicle) ..............9-38 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ....................9-39 Fog Lamps .........................9-40 Vehicle Care 9-1 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps .........................9-40 License Plate Lamp .............9-40 Replacement Bulbs ..............9-41 Electrical System Electrical System Overload ...........................9-41 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...........................9-42 Engine Compartment Fuse Block .......................9-42 Instrument Panel Fuse Block .......................9-45 Rear Compartment Fuse Block .......................9-46 Wheels and Tires Tires ..................................9-48 Winter Tires ........................9-48 Tire Sidewall Labeling ..........9-49 Tire Designations .................9-51 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .........................9-52 Tire Pressure ......................9-54 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation ........9-56 Tire Pressure Monitor System .............................9-56 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ..........................9-57 Tire Inspection ....................9-61 General Information For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals. 9-2 Vehicle Care Tire Rotation .......................9-61 When It Is Time for New Tires .........................9-62 Buying New Tires ................9-63 Different Size Tires and Wheels .............................9-65 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................9-65 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance .....................9-67 Wheel Replacement .............9-67 Tire Chains .........................9-68 If a Tire Goes Flat ...............9-69 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ..................9-71 Storing the Tire Sealant ...........9-77 and Compressor Kit Tire Changing .....................9-77 Compact Spare Tire .............9-83 Jump Starting Jump Starting .....................9-84 Towing Towing the Vehicle ..............9-87 Recreational Vehicle Towing .............................9-87 Appearance Care Exterior Care ......................9-88 Interior Care .......................9-92 Vehicle Care 9-3 GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle. Your GM dealer/retailer can accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories. When you go to your GM dealer/retailer and ask for GM Accessories, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories. Also, see Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-33. California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag initiators, seat belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in remote keyless transmitters, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may be necessary. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. Accessories and Modiﬁcations Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like antilock brakes, traction control, and stability control. Some of these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non-GM certiﬁed parts, including control module modiﬁcations, are not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts. 9-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work { WARNING You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. • Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task. (Continued) WARNING (Continued) • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. English and metric fasteners can be easily confused. If the wrong fasteners are used, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt. If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 12-12. This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Airbag System Check on page 2-34. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records on page 10-10. Hood To open the hood: Vehicle Care 9-5 1. Pull the release handle that is located below the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 2. Pull up on the secondary hood release. The lever is located near the middle of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the ﬁller caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure. Pull the hood down on the passenger side to close it ﬁrmly. 9-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 3.6 L V6 Engine Vehicle Care 9-7 H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See Engine Oil on page 9-10. I. Brake Master Cylinder and Hydraulic Clutch (if equipped with manual transmission) Reservoir. See Brakes on page 9-27 or Hydraulic Clutch on page 9-15. J. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Battery on page 9-29. K. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 9-16. L. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on page 9-26. A. Underhood Electrical Center. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 9-42. B. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle and Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 9-19. C. Engine Cover on page 9-9. D. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 9-17. E. Radiator Fill Cap (Out of View). See Engine Coolant on page 9-19. F. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap (Out of View). See Power Steering Fluid on page 9-25. G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page 9-10. 9-8 Vehicle Care 6.2 L V8 Engine (L99 Engine shown LS3 similar) A. Underhood Electrical Center. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 9-42. B. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle and Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 9-19. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 9-10. D. Engine Oil Fill Cap (Out of View). See Engine Oil on page 9-10. E. Engine Cover on page 9-9. F. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 9-17. G. Power Steering Reservoir and Cap (Under Engine Cover). See Power Steering Fluid on page 9-25. H. Brake Master Cylinder and Hydraulic Clutch (if equipped with manual transmission) Reservoir. See Brakes on page 9-27 or Hydraulic Clutch on page 9-15. I. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Battery on page 9-29. J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 9-16. K. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on page 9-26. L. Radiator Fill Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 9-19. Vehicle Care 9-9 Engine Cover 3.6 L V6 Engine Cover To remove: 1. Remove the engine oil ﬁll cap (B). 2. Lift the engine cover (A) to disengage one front attachment point. 3. Pull engine cover forward to disengage from two rear tabs. 4. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall engine cover. 9-10 Vehicle Care 6.2 L V8 Engine Cover (L99 Engine shown LS3 similar) To remove: 1. Remove the engine oil ﬁll cap (A). 2. Lift the engine cover (B) to disengage two front attachment points. 3. Pull engine cover forward to disengage from horizontal rear attachments. 4. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall engine cover. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel ﬁll. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If this is not done, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one liter/quart of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 11-2. Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap. Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through. What Kind of Engine Oil to Use (V6 Engine) Look for three things: Vehicle Care 9-11 Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Cold Temperature Operation If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29°C (−20°F), use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 engine oil. Both provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. Always use an oil that meets the required speciﬁcation, GM6094M. • GM6094M Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. • American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). 9-12 Vehicle Care What Kind of Engine Oil to Use (V8 Engines) Look for three things: • GM4718M This vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard. Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. Notice: Using oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation can cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. • SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is best for the vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. • American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). This vehicle’s engine was ﬁlled at the factory with a Mobil 1® synthetic oil meeting all requirements for this vehicle. Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintain engine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M might not be available. You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W-30 with the starburst symbol at all temperatures. Substitute oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should not be used for an oil change. Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol that meet GM Standard GM6094M are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system ﬂushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates 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 is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, the system must be reset every time the oil is changed. When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. See Engine Oil Messages on page 4-32. Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1 000 km (600 miles). It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life system might not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, the engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer/ retailer has trained service people who will perform this work using genuine parts and reset the system. It is also important to check the oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. If the system is ever reset accidentally, the oil must be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 miles) since the last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. Vehicle Care 9-13 How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where the oil is changed prior to a change engine oil message being turned on, reset the system. After changing the engine oil, reset the system: 1. Turn the ignition key to ON/RUN with the engine off. 2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within ﬁve seconds. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on, the system is reset. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on again and stays on for 30 seconds at the next ignition cycle, it did not reset. The system needs to be reset again. 9-14 Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the ﬁlter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. There is a special procedure for checking and changing the transmission ﬂuid. Because this procedure is difficult, you should have this done at your dealer/ retailer service department. Contact your dealer/retailer for additional information or the procedure can be found in the service manual. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 12-12. Change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter at the intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance on page 10-2, and be sure to use the ﬂuid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 10-7. Vehicle Care 9-15 How to Check and Add Fluid Visually check the brake/clutch ﬂuid reservoir to make sure the ﬂuid level is at the MIN (minimum) line on the side of the reservoir. The brake/hydraulic clutch ﬂuid system should be closed and sealed. Do not remove the cap to check the ﬂuid level or to top-off the ﬂuid level. Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper ﬂuid until the level reaches the MIN line. Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual transmission ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer/ retailer service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 10-7 for the proper ﬂuid to use. Hydraulic Clutch It is not necessary to regularly check brake/clutch ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system. Adding ﬂuid will not correct a leak. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. When to Check and What to Use The brake/hydraulic clutch ﬂuid reservoir cap has this symbol on it. The common hydraulic clutch and brake master cylinder ﬂuid reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT 3 brake ﬂuid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6 for reservoir location. 9-16 Vehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6 for the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. See “Schedule Maintenance” in Service and Maintenance for more information. If driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter, remove the ﬁlter from the vehicle and lightly shake the ﬁlter to release loose dust and dirt. If the ﬁlter remains caked with dirt, a new ﬁlter is required. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 9-5. 2. Locate the air ﬁlter housing on the front of the driver side of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6. 3.6 L V6 Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter Housing shown (6.2 L V8 Engines similar) Vehicle Care 9-17 Cooling System When it is safe to lift the hood: 3. Loosen the clamp at the duct of the air cleaner/ﬁlter housing. { WARNING 4. Unlatch the retaining clips on the air cleaner/ﬁlter housing. 5. Lift cover at retaining clip location high enough to clear retaining clips and pull cover outward to remove cover from the air cleaner/ﬁlter housing hinges. 6. Pull straight up on cover, while holding the cover remove the air ﬁlter. 7. Inspect or replace the air ﬁlter. See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 10-9. 8. Reverse steps 6 to 1 to install cover. Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop ﬂames if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off. If the air cleaner/ﬁlter Notice: is off, a backﬁre can cause a damaging engine ﬁre. And, dirt can easily get into the engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/ﬁlter in place when you are driving. 3.6 L V6 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Bottle B. Electric Cooling Fans C. Radiator Cap (under engine cover) 9-18 Vehicle Care 6.2 L V8 Engines (L99 shown LS3 similar) A. Coolant Recovery Bottle B. Electric Cooling Fans C. Radiator Cap { WARNING { WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery bottle is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. The coolant level should be between the MIN and MAX lines. If it is not, you may have a leak at the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine ﬁre, and you could be burned. Get any leak ﬁxed before you drive the vehicle. If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, the fans should be running. If it is not, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. What to Use { WARNING Adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch ﬁre and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant. Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL® can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use DEX-COOL® (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle. Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is ﬁlled with DEX-COOL® engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for ﬁve years or 240 000 km (150,000 miles), whichever occurs ﬁrst. The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 9-24. Vehicle Care 9-19 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: • Gives freezing protection down to −37°C (−34°F), outside temperature. • Gives boiling protection up to 129°C (265°F), engine temperature. • Protects against rust and corrosion. • Will not damage aluminum parts. • Helps keep the proper engine temperature. If an improper coolant Notice: mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts. 9-20 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. Check coolant as follows: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Locate the coolant recovery bottle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6. 3. Turn the coolant dipstick cap counterclockwise and slowly pull out the dipstick. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Bottle { WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. If an improper coolant Notice: This vehicle has a speciﬁc coolant ﬁll procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged. Notice: mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts. 4. There are maximum and minimum markings on the dipstick. When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the MIN mark on the dipstick. After the vehicle has been driven and the engine is at normal operating temperature, the level should be somewhere between half full and the maximum mark. If the coolant level is correct, replace the dipstick and turn the cap clockwise to secure. 5. Notice: This vehicle has a speciﬁc coolant ﬁll procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged. { WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Add coolant as follows: 1. Turn the coolant overﬂow bottle dipstick cap counterclockwise and slowly pull out the dipstick. 2. Pour the coolant into the coolant recovery bottle. 3. When the level is correct, replace the dipstick and turn the cap clockwise to secure. How to Add Coolant to the Radiator { WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Vehicle Care 9-21 { WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap. If coolant is needed, add the proper mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. 9-22 Vehicle Care If no coolant is visible in the coolant overﬂow bottle, add coolant as follows: 3.6 L V6 Engine Fill Procedure 1. Locate the radiator cap. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6. 2. Remove engine cover to access the radiator cap. See Engine Cover on page 9-9. 3. Cover the radiator cap with a thick cloth and turn it slowly counterclockwise and remove. 4. If there is no coolant visible or the level is low, slowly ﬁll the system through the radiator cap opening with a 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL® and clean drinkable water. Wait 30 seconds for coolant to settle and continue ﬁlling if the level drops. Do not spill coolant on the accessory drive belts. If a spill occurs, rinse the belt with fresh water. 5. Start the engine. 6. With the engine idling, continue to add coolant through the radiator cap opening until full. Wait 30 seconds for the coolant to settle and top off, if the level drops. 7. Once the system is full, put the radiator cap back on by turning clockwise. 8. With the engine still running, raise the engine to 2500 RPM for 30–40 seconds. 9. Turn the engine OFF. 10. Repeat steps 2–7 then turn the engine off. 11. Allow engine to cool for 45 minutes. Top off coolant through the radiator cap opening and re-install the radiator cap. 12. Re-install the engine cover. See Engine Cover on page 9-9. 13. Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery bottle and ﬁll it until the level is at the top symbol on the dipstick. 6.2 L V8 Engine Fill Procedure 1. Locate the radiator cap. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6. 2. Cover the radiator cap with a thick cloth and turn it slowly counterclockwise and remove. 3. If there is no coolant visible or the level is low, slowly ﬁll the system through the radiator cap opening with a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a DEX-COOL® coolant until full. Wait 30 seconds for coolant to settle and top off if the level drops. Do not spill coolant on the accessory drive belts. If a spill occurs, rinse the belt with fresh water. 4. Start the engine. 5. With the engine idling, top off the coolant through the radiator cap opening until full. Wait 30 seconds for the coolant to settle and top off, if the level drops. 6. Once the system is full, put the radiator cap back on by turning clockwise. 7. Turn the engine OFF. Vehicle Care 9-23 8. Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery bottle and ﬁll it until the level is at the top mark on the dipstick. If the pressure cap is Notice: not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. 9-24 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating The vehicle has an indicator to warn of engine overheating. There is an engine coolant temperature warning light on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 4-14. You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 12-6. If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty. Notice: ﬁre because of being driven with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. If the engine catches If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment { WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch ﬁre. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: • Climbs a long hill on a hot day. • Stops after high-speed driving. • Idles for long periods in traffic. • Tows a trailer. If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam: 1. Turn the air off. 2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as necessary. 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in N (Neutral) while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral) and let the engine idle. If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the car in front of you. If the warning does not come back on, continue to drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle right away. If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while parked. If the warning is still displayed, turn off the engine until it cools down. Also, see “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” later in this section. Vehicle Care 9-25 Power Steering Fluid The power steering ﬂuid reservoir is located under the engine cover on the driver side toward the front of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or an unusual noise is heard. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. 9-26 Vehicle Care How to Check Power Steering Fluid Check the level after the vehicle has been driven for at least twenty minutes so the ﬂuid is warm. To check the power steering ﬂuid: 1. Turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover on page 9-9. 3. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 4. Turn the cap counterclockwise and pull it straight up. 5. Wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 6. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 7. Remove the cap again and look at the ﬂuid level on the dipstick. When the engine is hot, the level should be at the hot MAX level. When the engine is cold, the ﬂuid level should be between MIN and MAX on the dipstick. What to Use To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 10-7. Always use the proper ﬂuid. Washer Fluid What to Use When windshield washer ﬂuid is needed, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If operating vehicle in an area where the temperature can fall below freezing, use a ﬂuid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer ﬂuid until the reservoir is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6 for reservoir location. Notice: (cid:129) When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. (cid:129) Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not clean as well as washer ﬂuid. Fill the washer ﬂuid tank only three-quarters full when it is very cold. This allows for ﬂuid expansion if freezing occurs, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. (cid:129) Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your windshield washer. It can damage the vehicle’s windshield washer system and paint. Brakes This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal ﬁrmly. { WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Vehicle Care 9-27 Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque speciﬁcations in Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 11-2. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service might be required. (cid:129) 9-28 Vehicle Care Brake Adjustment Every time the brakes are applied, with or without the vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear. Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking system are replaced, be sure to get new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might not work properly. For example, installing disc brake pads that are wrong for the vehicle, can change the balance between the front and rear brakes —for the worse. The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed. Brake Fluid The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT 3 brake ﬂuid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down: • The ﬂuid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear. When new linings are installed, the ﬂuid level goes back up. • A ﬂuid leak in the brake/clutch hydraulic system can also cause a low ﬂuid level. Have the brake/clutch hydraulic system ﬁxed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and/or clutch will not work well. Do not top off the brake/clutch ﬂuid. Adding ﬂuid does not correct a leak. If ﬂuid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much ﬂuid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake/clutch hydraulic system. { WARNING If too much brake ﬂuid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged. Add brake ﬂuid only when work is done on the brake/clutch hydraulic system. When the brake/clutch ﬂuid falls to a low level, the brake warning light comes on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4-22. What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake ﬂuid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 10-7. Always clean the brake/clutch ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. { WARNING With the wrong kind of ﬂuid in the brake/clutch hydraulic system, the brakes might not work well. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake/clutch ﬂuid. Notice: (cid:129) Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake/clutch hydraulic system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of ﬂuid. If brake ﬂuid is spilled on the vehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint ﬁnish can be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake ﬂuid on the vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. Vehicle Care 9-29 Battery This vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, see your dealer/retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 9-6 for battery location. { WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. (cid:129) 9-30 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage

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