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NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
See ªChanging a Flat Tireº in the Index for
more information.
Used Replacement Wheels
CAUTION:
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can't know how it's been used or
how far it's been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause an accident. If you have to replace a
wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
NOTICE:
Use tire chains only where legal and only when
you must. Use only SAE Class ªSº type chains
that are the proper size for your tires. Install
them on the front tires and tighten them as
tightly as possible with the ends securely
fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the
chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten
them. If the contact continues, slow down until it
stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels
with chains on will damage your vehicle.

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Replacement Bulbs
Lamps Bulb Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back
-Up 921. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GM Part No. 96059983 or equivalent
Center High
-Mounted Stoplamp 921. . . . . . . . . . . . .
GM Part No. 96059983 or equivalent
Dome GM Part No. 94153335. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Parking and Sidemarker 168. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GM Part No. 96053293 or equivalent
Headlamp (Halogen) GM Part No. 9441731 . . . . . . .
or GM Part No. 91171148 or equivalent
License Plate 168. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Sidemarker 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Stop/Tail 1157. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signal and Hazard (Front and Rear) 1156. . . . .
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in U.S.
and metric conversions. Please refer to ªRecommended
Fluids and Lubricantsº in the Index for more information.
Automatic Transaxle
Drain and Refill 1.6 quarts (1.5 L)**. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Transaxle2.5 quarts (2.4 L)** . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling System
Automatic Transaxle
VIN Engine Code 2 5.0 quarts (4.7 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Transaxle
VIN Engine Code 6 4.1 quarts (3.9 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Engine Code 2 4.9 quarts (4.6 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
Crankcase
(With Filter Change)3.5 quarts (3.3 L)* . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank10.6 gallons (40.0 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel Nut Torque45 lb
-ft (60 N´m) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Conditioning

See the refrigerant information label under the hood.

See ªAir Conditioning Refrigerantsº later in
this section.

Scheduled Maintenance
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Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 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.

Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop
-and-go traffic).

Most trips are through dusty areas.

If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
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 sooner.
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or 6 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Every 12,000 Miles (20 000 km): Manual Transaxle
Fluid Change (or 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. Valve Lash
(Clearance) Adjustment (1.3L Code 2 engine only).
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection (or every
15 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Spark Plug Replacement. Ignition Coil
Plug Cap Inspection (1.3L Code 2 L4 engine only) (or
every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Engine
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first). Cooling System Service (or
every 30 months, whichever occurs first).

Scheduled Maintenance
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Long Trip/Highway Intervals
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Valve Lash
(Clearance) Adjustment (1.3L Code 2 engine only).
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection (or every
15 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first). Cooling System Service (or every
30 months, whichever occurs first). Spark Plug
Replacement. Ignition Coil Plug Cap Inspection
(1.3L Code 2 L4 engine only) (or every 30 months,
whichever occurs first). Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Manual Transaxle Fluid Change
(or 30 months, whichever occurs first).
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Camshaft Timing
Belt Inspection. Spark Plug Wire Replacement (or
every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Wiring
Harness and Connectors Inspection (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first). Brake
Fluid Service.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Fuel Filter
Replacement. Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement.
Every 120,000 Miles (200 000 km): Evaporative
Emissions Canister Air Suction Filter Replacement
(or every 120 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance
on the following pages.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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27,000 Miles (45 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs
first). See ªEngine Coolantº in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Replace spark plugs.
An Emission Control Service.
Inspect ignition coil plug cap (1.3L Code 2 L4 engine only) (or every
30 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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57,000 Miles (95 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Inspect camshaft timing belt.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs
first). See ªEngine Coolantº in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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87,000 Miles (145 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs
first). See ªEngine Coolantº in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Replace spark plugs.
An Emission Control Service.
Inspect ignition coil plug cap (1.3L Code 2 L4 engine only) (or every
30 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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22,500 Miles (37 500 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs
first). See ªEngine Coolantº in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
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