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on. Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly.
Engine Oil
LOW
OIL
If the LOW OIL light on the
instrument panel comes on,
it means you need to check
your engine oil level right
away. For more information,
see “Low Oil Light” in the
Index.
You should check
your engine oil level
regularly; this is an
added reminder.
The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near
the back
of the engine.
It’s
a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading,
the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
3800 L36 (Code K) Oil Dipstick
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Engine
Type VIN Engine Code
K ...................... V6
VIN Engine Code P ...................... V8
Fuel Delivery
.................... Fuel Injection
Valve Arrangement
.................... In-Head
Piston Displacement
VIN Engine Code
K ............ 23 1 CID (3.8L)
VIN Engine Code
P ......... .I - - 350 CID (5.7L)
Firing Order VIN Engine Code
K ............ 1-6-5-4-3-2
VIN Engine Code
P ......... 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Wheel Nut Torque
........... 100 lb-ft (140 N-m)
Thermostat Temperature Specification
.................... 1 80" F (82 O C)
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Type
................................. hook
Length
..................... 24 inches (610 mm)
Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions.
li
Air Conditioning? ............. See the refngerant /.
information label under the hood.
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill
.............. 10 pints (4.7 L)*
Overhaul VIN Engine Code
K ........ 17.6 pints (8.3 L)*
VIN Engine Code
P ....... 2 1.6 pints. ( 10.2 L)*
Cooling System
With Manual Transmission
.... 12.5 quarts (11.8 L)
With Automatic Transmission . . 12.3 quarts (11.6 L)
VIN Engine Code
K
With Manual Transmission . . 12.5 quarts (1 1.8 L)
With Automatic Transmission . 12.3 quarts (1 1.6 L)
VIN Engine Code P
With Manual Transmission
. 15.3 quarts (14.5 L)
With Automatic Transmission . 15.1 quarts. (14.3 L)
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Crankcase .................. 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)**
Fuel Tank
.................. 15.5 gallons (58.7 L)
Manual Transmission
Five-Speed
................. 5.9 pints (2.8 L)*
Six-Speed .................. 8.0 pints (3.8 L)*
Rear Axle Lubricant .............. 3.5 pints (1.7L)
?Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the
air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If
you’re not sure, ask your Chevrolet dealer.
Vehicle Dimensions
Length 193.2 inches (4 908 mm)
Width
74.1 inches (1 883 mm)
Height 5 1.3 inches (1 303 mm)
Wheelbase
101.1 inches (2 566 mm)
Front Tread 60.7 inches (1 542 m: ‘
Rear Tread 60.6 inches (1 540 mm)
*Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid” or “Manual Transmission Fluid” in
the Index.
**Recheck the oil level after filling.
See “Engine Oil” in
the Index.
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Air Cleaner Filter ...................... A1 163C
Battery
............................... .75-60
Engine Oil Filter
VIN Engine Code
K ........... ... PF47
VIN Engine Code
P ................ PF25
Fuel Filter
............................. GF578
PCV Valve VIN Engine Code
K ................. CV892C
VIN Engine Code
P .... ......... CV895C
Radiator Cap
........................... RC24
Spark Plug VIN Engine Code
K ........... AC Type 4 1-60 1
(0.060” Gap)
VIN Engine Code P
......... AC Type R45LTSP
(0.050” Gap)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used.
If you’re not sure, ask your Chevrolet dealer.
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Short TriplCity Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This
is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you
operate your vehicle under any
of these conditions is that
these conditions cause engine oil to break down soonez
your vehicle.
or other commercial application.
Short TriplCity Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
Change (or
3 months, whichever
occurs first).
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first).
Short TriplCity Intervals
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) -- Then Every
12,000 Miles (20 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) of Trailering: Rear
Axle Fluid Change (Vehicles Towing Trailers).
At the First 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Rear Axle Fluid
Change (Limited-Slip Differential).
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving
in dusty conditions. Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to
follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
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Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the
conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance
Schedule is true.
Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under
highway conditions causes engine
oil to break
down slowel:
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first).
At the First 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Rear Axle Fluid
Change (Limited-Slip Differential).
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) -- Then Every
15,000 Miles (25
000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule
on
the following pages.
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27,000 Miles (45 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE
SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
17 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
.I7 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if
vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace
parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. -f
An Emission Control Service.
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Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
[7 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
c] Change the rear axle gear lubricant if
vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and
filter
if the vehicle is mainly driven under
one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90 "F
(32°C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, change the fluid and filter
at
100,000 miles (166 000 km).
Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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