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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
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-2 Service
6
-3 Fuel
6
-5 Fuels in Foreign Countries
6
-5 Filling Your Tank
6
-8 Checking Things Under the Hood
6
-11 Engine Oil
6
-15 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6
-18 Automatic Transmission Fluid
6
-19 Rear Axle
6
-20 Surge Tank Pressure Cap
6
-20 Engine Coolant
6
-24 Power Steering Fluid
6
-25 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-26 Brakes
6
-29 Battery
6
-30 Bulb Replacement
6
-36 Wiper Blade Replacement6
-37 Tires
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-46 Appearance Care
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-46 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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-48 Care of Safety Belts
6
-49 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
6
-51 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated
Wheels (If Equipped)
6
-52 Underbody Maintenance
6
-53 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
6
-54 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
6
-54 Service Parts Identification Label
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-55 Electrical System
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-62 Replacement Bulbs
6
-62 Capacities and Specifications
6
-63 Air Conditioning Refrigerants
6
-63 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Fuse/Relay Usage
6 Fan Control Relay (K87)
7 Fan Control Relay (K26)
8 Fuse 50
9 Fan Control Relay (K28)
10 Engine Controls Power Relay (K43)
12 Fuse 40
15 Fuse 52
16 Connector C110
17 Coolant Fan Test Connector
Fan Control
18 Fuse 42 (A), Fuse 49 (B)
19 Fan Control Relay (K52)
20 Fuel Pump Relay (K44)
29 Fuse 43Replacement Bulbs
Application Bulb Number
Composite Headlamps
Inner High Beam 90512338. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outer Low Beam 90512338. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Turn Signal Lamp 90487485. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Turn Signal Lamp and Taillamp 90002521. . . .
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions. Please refer to
ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in the
Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information.
Transmission 7.0 quarts (6.6 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Crankcase
Oil Change With Filter 6.0 quarts (5.75 L). . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 10.57 quarts (10.0 L). . . . . .
Fuel Tank 16.0 gallons (60.56 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R
-134a Refrigerant 2.09 lbs. (0.95 kg). . . . . . . . . . . .
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in
this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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6-63 Wheel Bolt Torque
80 lb-ft (110 N´m)
Engine Specifications
Displacement 181 cubic inches (2 962 cc). . . . . . . . .
Type 3.0 L DOHC V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Engine Code R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower 200 (bhp) @ 6000 rpm. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
149 (kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque 192 (lb
-ft) @ 3600 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
260 (N´m) @ 3600 rpm
Firing Order 1
-2-3-4-5-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Starts To Open 198F (92C) . . . . . . . . .
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 dealer.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Filter Element 90509318. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filter Element 90542540. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter 25010792. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger's Compartment Air Filter 90510338. . . . .
Spark Plugs 90541059 (Bosch Plug = FLR9LTE). . .
Thermostat 90502201. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Wiper Blades 9118382 (RH). . . . . . . . . . .
9118381 (LH)
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheel Base 107.5 inches (273.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 194.0 inches (492.8 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height 56.4 inches (143.2 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width 70.3 inches (178.6 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Tread 59.3 inches (150.6 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Tread 59.8 inches (152.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Driving (Continued)
Night 4-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Curves 4-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Hill and Mountain Roads 4-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Snow or Ice 4-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Through Deep Standing Water 4-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter 4-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
With a Trailer 4-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Equipment, Adding 2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical System 6-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror 2-47 . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic Climate Control (ECC) 3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic Level Control 4-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Trunk Release 2-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 6-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Cleaner/Filter 6-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compartment Relay Center 6-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant 6-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Heater 2-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Temperature Gage 2-69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Temperature Warning Light 2-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling When Trailer Towing 4-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust 2-11, 2-30, 2-31, 4-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification 6-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 5-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running While You're Parked 2-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed Limiter 2-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Your 2-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Oil 6
-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additives 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking 6-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What Kind to Use 6-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What to do with Used 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When to Add 6-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When to Change 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English/Metric Display 3-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ethanol 6-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust, Engine 2-11, 2-30, 2-31, 4-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Extender, Safety Belts 1-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior Lamps 2-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fan Button, Climate Control System 3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features and Controls 2-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Your Tank 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filter, Air 6-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filter Replacement, Passenger Compartment Air 6-17 . . . . . .
Finish Care 6-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Finish Damage 6-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIRST (1) Gear, Automatic Transmission 2-23 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flashers, Hazard Warning 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flash-To-Pass 2-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat Tire, Changing 5-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Floor Mats 2-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid
Brake 6
-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Steering 6-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Washer 6-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog Lamps 2-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Parking
At Night 2-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lots 2-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Hills With a Trailer 4-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Over Things That Burn 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement 6-17 . . . . . . .
Passenger 's Side Temperature Knob 3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passing 4-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Perimeter Lighting 2-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing a Cassette Tape 3-11, 3-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing a Compact Disc 3-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power
Distribution Fuse Block 6
-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Locks 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reclining Seatback 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Mirror 2-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retained Accessory 2-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering 4-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Fluid 6-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 2-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows and Other Power Options 6-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts 1-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pretensioners, Safety Belt 1-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems on the Road 5-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programming the Power Windows 2-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programming the Sunroof 2-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programming the Universal Transmitter 2-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Publications, Service and Owner 7-11, 7-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY)
Selections 3-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Reception, Understanding 3-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radios 3-9, 3-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain, Driving In 4-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear
Axle 6
-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Security Locks 2-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reading Lamps 2-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Passenger Positions 1-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Passengers 1-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 1-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunshade 2-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signal Lamp, Bulb Replacement 6-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Window Defogger 3-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Window Lockout 2-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rearview Mirror, Electrochromic Day/Night 2-47 . . . . . . . . .
Recirculation 3-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reclining Front Seatbacks 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recreational Vehicle Towing 4-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerants, Air Conditioning 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Relay Box 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Relay Center, Engine Compartment 6-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Fuel Door Release 6-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 2-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removable Head Restraints 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement
Bulbs 6
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Normal Maintenance Parts 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel 6-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Brake System Parts 6-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Safety Belts 1-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .