2006 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual

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Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. {CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 4. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head to ﬁt over the car ﬂange between the two notches. 5-74 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to ﬁt underneath the wheel well. 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. 5-75 7. Install the spare tire. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 9. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. {CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 10. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 5-76 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. {CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-96 for wheel nut torque speciﬁcation. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead Notice: to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-96 for the wheel nut torque speciﬁcation. 5-77 12. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare tire storage area is designed only for the compact spare tire, the standard tire cannot be stored there. To store the ﬂat tire, do the following: 1. Remove the center wheel cap before storing the ﬂat tire, if your vehicle has aluminum wheels. 2. Place the ﬂat tire on the rear cargo area ﬂoor panel with the outer side of the wheel facing up. 3. Use the tire tie-down straps located under the ﬂoor panel to secure the ﬂat tire. 5-78 4. Hook the straps (end closest to the buckle) to the rear, upper tie-down hooks. 5. Pass the straps through the center hole of the wheel. 6. Attach the other end of the straps to the rear, lower tie-down hooks. 5-79 7. Position the tire edge against the rear center end of the ﬂoor panel. Pull the end of the straps to make sure the tire is secure. Use the following diagram as a guide for storing the compact spare tire once you are done using it. A. Jack B. Wheel Wrench C. Bolt D. Spare Tire E. Jack Handle F. Nut Return the jack (A), jack handle (E), wheel wrench (B) and compact spare tire to the storage area. When storing the compact spare tire, put it in place with the inner side of the wheel facing up. 5-80 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inﬂation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inﬂated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph (80 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can ﬁnish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it’s best to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again. Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t ﬁt. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. Notice: Tire chains will not ﬁt your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains on your compact spare. Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from your upholstery. It is important to keep your upholstery from becoming and remaining heavily soiled. Soils should be removed as quickly as possible. Your vehicle’s interior may experience extremes of heat that could cause stains to set rapidly. Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle’s interior. When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth. 5-81 If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning Notice: glass surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratch the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window defogger. When cleaning the glass on your vehicle, use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner. Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in your vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle’s doors and windows. Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles. Your GM dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass. Should it become necessary, you can also obtain a product from your GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle’s upholstery. Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: (cid:127) Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. (cid:127) Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage to your vehicle’s interior surfaces. (cid:127) Never apply heavy pressure or rub aggressively with a cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage your interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal. 5-82 (cid:127) Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. (cid:127) Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning. (cid:127) Damage to your vehicle’s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc. Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on ﬂoor carpet and carpeted ﬂoor mats. For soils, always try to remove them ﬁrst with plain water or club soda. Before cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques: For liquids: gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel. Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed. For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. (cid:127) (cid:127) To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. 4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean. 5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water. If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst. If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result, clean the entire surface. After the cleaning process has been completed, a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet. Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of your leather and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Never use shoe polish on your leather. 5-83 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. {CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips 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 frequent application may be required. 5-84 Washing Your Vehicle The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. GM-approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-88. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be ﬂushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the ﬁnish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-85. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. GM-approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-88. Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish on your vehicle. The vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint ﬁnish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather, and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. To help keep the paint ﬁnish looking new, keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible. 5-85 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full-strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. If you use strong soaps, chemicals, Aluminum Wheels Notice: abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only GM-approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. 5-86 Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Notice: automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels. If you drive your vehicle through an Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the ﬁnish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your GM dealer. Larger areas of ﬁnish damage can be corrected in your GM dealer’s body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, ﬂush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being ﬂushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you. Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs ﬁrst. 5-87 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Cleaner Wax Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Wash Wax Concentrate Spot Lifter Odor Eliminator Removes swirl marks, ﬁne scratches and other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches and protects ﬁnish. Cleans, shines and protects in one easy step, no wiping necessary. Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and cloth upholstery. Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics, vinyl, leather and carpet. Description Usage Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Use on chrome or stainless steel. Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl. Removes dirt, grime, smoke and ﬁngerprints. Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Removes dust, ﬁngerprints, and surface contaminants. Spray on wipe off. Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Vinyl Cleaner Glass Cleaner Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Finish Enhancer 5-88 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certiﬁcation and Service Parts labels and the certiﬁcates of title and registration. Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your vehicle’s engine, speciﬁcations, and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will ﬁnd the following: (cid:127) VIN (cid:127) Model designation (cid:127) Paint information (cid:127) Production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. 5-89 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-64. Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, and not snow or ice, be sure to get it ﬁxed. 5-90 Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is ﬁxed or goes away. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size. If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without – like the radio or air conditioner – and use its fuse, if it is of the value you need. Replace it as soon as you can. Before replacing a fuse, turn every electrical switch off. 5-91 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Fuses TAIL OBD Empty P/W WIPER AM2 STOP DOOR AM1 Usage Front Parking Lamps, Taillamps, License Plate Lamps, Instrument Panel Lights, Engine Control System On-Board Diagnostic System Not Used Power Windows Windshield Wipers Charging System, Air Bag System, Starter System, Engine Control Stop Lamps, CHMSL, Engine Control System, Anti-lock Brakes, Cruise Control Power Door Locks, Liftglass Lock Cigarette Lighter, Gauge, ECU-IG, Wiper, Rear Wiper, Washer Fuses 5-92 Fuses Empty ECU-IG Usage Not Used Cruise Control, Anti-lock Brakes, Theft Deterrent System, Automatic Transaxle Control System, Electric Cooling Fan RR WIPER Rear Window Wiper, Rear Window Defogger A/C INV P/POINT ECU-B CIG Air Conditioning Power Outlets Power Outlets Daytime Running Lamps Cigarette Lighter, Power Rearview Mirrors, Power Outlets, Audio System, Automatic Transaxle Control System Fuses GAUGE Usage Gauges and Meters, Back-Up Lamps, Charging System, Power Door Locks, Power Windows, Sunroof, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control WASHER Windshield Washers M-HTR/DEF 1–UP HTR DEF Engine Control System Air Conditioning System Rear Window Defogger, M-HTR/DEF 1–UP Fuse POWER Power Windows, Electric Moon Roof 5-93 Engine Compartment Fuse Block This engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle near the air cleaner. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Fuses ABS NO. 2 Usage Anti-lock Brake System (Without Stability Control System) RDI FAN Electric Cooling Fan ABS NO. 1 Anti-lock Brake System (With Stability Control System) FOG Front Fog Lamps EFI2 EFI3 HEAD MAIN ALT-S EFI HAZARD Multiport Fuel Injection System/Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection System, Emission Control System Multiport Fuel Injection System/Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection System, Emission Control System Right Headlamp, Left Headlamp Fuses Charging System Electronic Fuel Injection System Turn Signal Lamps, Emergency Flasher Usage Not Used Spare Fuse Spare Fuse Spare Fuse Fuses Empty SPARE SPARE SPARE ETCS 5-94 Electronic Throttle Control System HORN Horn Fuses DOME MAIN AMP MAYDAY ALT Usage Interior Lights, Gauges and Meters, Audio System, Remote Keyless Entry System, Navigation System (If Equipped) Starter System, AM2 Fuse Audio System OnStar® System ABS NO.1, ABS NO.2, RDI FAN, FOG, Heater, AM1, POWER, DOOR, ECU-B, TAIL, STOP, P/POINT, INV, OBD Fuses, Charging System HEAD RH Right-hand Headlamp, Headlamp High Beam Indicator Lamp HEAD LH Left-hand Headlamp Relays M/G HEAD DIMMER HORN FAN NO. 2 FAN NO. 1 EFI FOG Usage M/G Headlamps Headlamp Dimmer Horn Cooling Fan System Cooling Fan System Electronic Fuel Injection System Fog Lamps 5-95 Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant Automatic Transaxle 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code 8) with AWD Cooling System 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) Engine Oil with Filter 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) Fuel Tank With AWD Without AWD 5-96 Capacities English 1.47 lbs 3.2 qt 3.1 qt 6.9 qt 7.1 qt 4.4 qt 4.7 qt 11.9 gal 13.2 gal Metric 0.67 kg 3.0 L 2.9 L 6.5 L 6.7 L 4.2 L 4.4 L 45.0 L 50.0 L Application Manual Transaxle Five-Speed Six-Speed Rear Differential Transfer Case Wheel Nut Torque Capacities Metric 1.9 L 2.3 L 0.5 L 0.75 L 103 Y English 2.0 qt 2.4 qt 0.5 qt 0.8 qt 76 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19. Engine VIN Code Transaxle Engine Speciﬁcations 1.8L L4 1.8L L4 H.O. Automatic and Manual Automatic and Manual Spark Plug Gap 0.043 inches (1.1 mm) 0.043 inches (1.1 mm) 5-97 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Part GM Part Numbers Other Part Numbers Battery Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) Passenger Compartment Air Filter PCV Valve 1.8L (Code 8) Base Model 1.8L (Code 8) AWD Model 1.8L (Code L) Spark Plugs* 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) 19001602 88969107 88971573 88969580 88970273 94859406 94859404 88969512 94859448 88969637 35–6YR — — — — — — — SK16R11†, IFR5A11†† SK20R11†, IFR6A11†† *Your engine is ﬁtted with iridium-tipped spark plugs. Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs for better engine performance. † DENSO †† NGK 5-98 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 the Maintenance Schedule ......................6-4 Scheduled Maintenance ...................................6-5 Part B: Owner Checks and Services ................6-13 At Each Fuel Fill ..........................................6-13 At Least Once a Month .................................6-13 At Least Twice a Year ...................................6-14 At Least Once a Year ...................................6-14 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections .........6-17 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ............................6-17 Exhaust System Inspection ............................6-17 Fuel System Inspection ..................................6-18 Engine Cooling System Inspection ...................6-18 Throttle System Inspection .............................6-18 Brake System Inspection ................................6-18 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-19 Part E: Maintenance Record ...........................6-21 6-1 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. 6-2 “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. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5-4. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-14. 6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals speciﬁed. Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs may vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when 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. This schedule is for vehicles that: carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. 6-4 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 120,000 miles (192 000 km) should be repeated after 120,000 miles (192 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-13, Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-17, and Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19. 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 emissions 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. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-18. 5,000 Miles (8 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 10,000 Miles (16 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-5 ❑ ❑ 15,000 Miles (24 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 25,000 Miles (40 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 20,000 Miles (32 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket, and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) 6-6 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 35,000 Miles (56 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 40,000 Miles (64 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 45,000 Miles (72 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 50,000 Miles (80 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-7 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 55,000 Miles (88 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control Service. Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration. Adjust valve clearance to factory speciﬁcations if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 6-8 Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket, and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) 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, the ﬂuid does not require changing. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19 for the proper ﬂuid to use. ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 65,000 Miles 104 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 70,000 Miles (112 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 75,000 Miles (120 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or 12 months since last inspection). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 80,000 Miles (128 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 85,000 Miles (136 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-9 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 95,000 Miles (152 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or 12 months since last inspection). An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 100,000 Miles (160 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. ❑ Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll the cooling system (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). This service can be complex; you should have your dealer perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 6-10 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 105,000 Miles (168 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 110,000 Miles (176 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 115,000 Miles (184 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-11 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration. Adjust valve clearance to factory speciﬁcations if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket, and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) 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, the ﬂuid does not require changing. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19 for the proper ﬂuid to use. 6-12 ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 5-16 for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-36 for further details. Hood Latch Operation Check Pull the primary hood latch release handle inside the vehicle. The secondary latch should keep the hood from opening all the way when the primary latch is released. Make sure the hood closes ﬁrmly. See Hood Release on page 5-11 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 5-52 for further details. 6-13 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 5-86. 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 6-19. Fluid Level Check Check the power steering pump, rear axle, transfer case, and automatic or manual transaxle ﬂuid levels and add as needed. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-35 and Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-21 or Manual Transaxle Fluid on page 5-24. Check for leaks. A ﬂuid loss in these systems 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. Seat Operation Check Make sure the head restraints stay in position and all seat latches lock. Check that the recliner holds by pushing and pulling the seatback while it is reclined. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment, and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. 6-14 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 2-24. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway, and try to start the engine. The vehicle should start only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the ﬂoor. If the vehicle starts when the clutch is not pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service. Automatic Transaxle 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 2-24. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON, 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. 6-15 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 transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Ignition Transaxle 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 transaxle, the ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). (cid:127) With a manual transaxle, the ignition should turn to LOCK only if you push the key in farther, while turning it toward LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle 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. 6-16 (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 7-14. 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 2-28. 6-17 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. 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. 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. 6-18 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine Coolant 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 5-16. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Power Steering System Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” on the label. GM Goodwrench® Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12346190, in Canada 10953477 — 1 quart) or SAE 75W-90 GL-5 gear oil. Use only T-IV Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88900925, in Canada 22689186). See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-21. 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. 6-19 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Rear Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) 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. Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345977, in Canada 10953482) or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345977, in Canada 10953482) or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant. Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). 6-20 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 Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record 6-21 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-22 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-23 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-24 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 Collision Damage Repair ................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ....................................7-13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ................................7-14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .....7-14 Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-14 7-1 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac. 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 Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-762-2737. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). 7-2 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. When contacting Pontiac, 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).

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