Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services [cant.]
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I
and Schedule II.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
1 Engine Oil and Filter Change-Always use SG
Energy Conserving 11 oils of proper viscosity.
The “SG” designation may be shown alone or
in
combination with others, such as “SG/CC,”
“SG/CD” or
“SF, SG, CC,” etc. If you have the
2.3L Quad OHC or a Quad
4 engine, the preferred
viscosity for your vehicle’s engine is
SAE 5W-30.
However, you can use
SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to
be
0°F (-18°C) or above. If you have the 3300 V6
engine, the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine is
SAE 1OW-30. However, you can use SAE
5W-30 if it’s going to be 60°F (16°C) or below. these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs
done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code,
see the
Index under Engine Identijication.
ITEM
NO.
2
3
4
SERVICE
Chassis Lubrication-Lubricate the transaxle shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody
contact points and linkage. Lubricate the front and
rear suspension, steering linkage and fuel filler
door and striker plunger.
Throttle
Body Mounting Bolt Torque (3300 V6
Code N engine)*-Check the torque of the
mounting bolts and/or nuts.
Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection-For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your
tires following the instructions in this manual. See
the
Index under llres, Inspection & Rotation.
Check the tires for uneven wear or damage. If you
see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel
alignment. Check for damaged wheels
also.
* An Emission Control Service.
i? The US. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to pe@orm this maintenance item will not nullifL the emission warranty or
limit recall liability prior to the completion
of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance sem’ces be
peflormed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E: Maintenance Record.
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Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services [cant.]
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
10 Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*-Replace every
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or more often under
dusty conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper
replacement intervals for your driving conditions.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
11 Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection* b-
Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails
and injection assembly) for damage or leaks.
Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck
imprint or any damage. Replace parts as needed.
Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not
required.
*An Emission Control Service,
-& ne US. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to pe$orrn this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or\
limit recall liability prior to the completion
of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all re\
commended maintenance services be
perjiormed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E: Maintenance Record.
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Proper Mixture to Use ......... 221
Safety Warnings. About
........ .179. 181. 182. 183
Temperature Gage
............. 93
Temperature Warning Light ...... 92
Thermostat
.................. 223
Corrosion Protection
............ 246
Cruise Control
.................. 70
Cup Holders
................... 83
Curves. Driving
on .............. 136
Customer Assistance Information
. . 279
Daytime Running Lights
......... 75
Defects. Safety. Reporting Dead Battery: What to Do
........ 171
Defensive Driving
.............. 126
(see
Safety Defects)
Defogger. Rear Window .......... 105
Defogging Your Windows
.... .103. 105
Door Locks
.................... 45
Door. Remote Fuel Filler
......... 203
Downshifting
.............. .62. 152
Driver Position
.................. 18
Driving
....................... 121
AtNight
.............. ... 142 City
........................ 147
Controlling a Skid
............. 141
Defensively
.................. 126
Drunken
.................... 127
Freeway
.................... 148
Highway Hypnosis
............ 151
Hill and Mountain
............ 152
In a Foreign Country
.......... 202
In Fog, Mist and Haze ......... 146
In the Rain
.................. 144
Long Distance ................ 150
Loss of Control
............... 140
On Curves ................... 136
Passing
..................... 138
Skidding
.................... 141
Through Deep Standing Water
.... 55
Winter Driving
............... 156
With a Trailer
................ 164
Driving on
Snow or Ice .......... 156
Drunken Driving
............... 127
Easy-Entry Seat
................ 11
Electrical Equipment, Adding
............. .55, 107, 248
Emergencies, Braking
........... 135 Emergencies
on the
Road ......... 169
Emergencies. Steering in
......... 137
Emergency Starting
.............. 171
Emergency Towing
.............. 175
Engine Block Heater
......... .56, 213
Engine Coolant (see
CooZant)
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Engine Identification
........ .52. 247
Engine Oil
.................... 209
Additives
.................... 213
Checking
& Adding ........... 209
Disposing of Used Oil
.......... 214
Energy Conserving
............ 212
Filter
.................. .213. 257
Kind of Oil to Use ............. 210
Pressure Gage
................. 95
Warning Light
................ 93
When to Change .............. 213
Engine Overheating
............. 179
Engine Specifications
............ 256
Engine. Starting
................. 52
Automatic Transaxle
........... 53
Manual Transaxle
.............. 53
2.3L Quad 4 Engine
............ 53
3300
V6 Engine ............... 54
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Light (see Coolant)
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Ethanol in Gasoline ............. 201
Exhaust
Dangerous Gas in
.......... .66. 67
parlang with the Engine Running . .64. 67
Expectant Mothers. Use of Safety Belts
................... 22
Expressway Driving
.............. 148
Extender. Safety Belt
.............. 38
Exterior Appearance
(see Appearance Care)
Fabric cleaning
(see Appearance Care)
Fan Warnings ....... .172. 173. 181. 206
Filter. Oil
................. .2l3. 257
Finish Damage
................. 246
Filling the Fuel Tank
.... .203.252.
304
Flash-to-hs
.................... 76
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......... 170
Hat
Tire ...................... 185
Flooded Engine .................. 54
Flow-Through Ventilation System
.... 106
Fluid Brake
.................. .225. 253
Capacities
................... 251 Hydraulic Clutch
......... .220. 253
Power Steering
....... .224. 252. 253
Transaxle
Automatic
......... .216. 251. 253
Manual
........... .218. 251. 253
Windshield Washer
........ .80. 224
Fluids
& Lubricants ......... .253. 276
Fog. Driving
in ................. 146
Fog Lights
................. .77. 229
Freeway Driving
................ 148
Fuel
.......................... 199
Alcohol
in Fuel ............... 201
Capacity
.................... 201
Exhaust Warnings
.......... .66. 67
Fuels with Alcohol ............. 201
Gage
........................ 92
In Foreign Countries ........... 202
Remote Fuel Filler Door
........ 203
Requirements
................. 199
Fuse Usage Chart
............... 249
Fuses
& Circuit Breakers .......... 248
French Language Manual
........... 2
Filling Your Tank
..... .203. 252. 304 Gages
Coolant Temperature
............ 93
Fuel
........................ 92
oil Pressure .................... 95
Tachometer
................... 91
Voltmeter ..................... 96
Garment Hook
.................. 84
Gas Station Information
......... 304
Gasoline
...................... 199
Gasoline Tank, Fdlmg Your
. .203,252, 304
Gear Positions
Gearshift Lever
Glove Box
...................... 50
Graphic Equalizer (see Audio Systems)
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . . 230
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
................... 230
(see Sh$mg the Transaxle)
(see ShiJlting the Pamade)
Halogen Bulbs ........... .22 7. 254
Hazard Warning Flashers
......... 170
Head Restraint
.................. 11
Headlight
& Taillight. Removing and
Replacing
.......... .228. 229. 254
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