2000 GMC SAVANA check engine

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 lbs. or Equipped with Diesel Engine
Only: Inspect shields for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold
in the United States.

If Equipped: Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system as described
in the service manual.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Gasoline Engine Only: Inspect Evaporative Control System. Check all
fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook
-up, routing and condition.
Check that the purge valve works properly, if equipped. Replace as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Diesel Engine Only: Check the air intake system installation to assure that
gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is
properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten connections and fasteners or
replace damaged parts as necessary. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
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60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)

Diesel Engine Only: If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan,
inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook
-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

Diesel Engine Only: Check the crankcase depression regulator valve system
for any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. See service manual.
An Emission Control Service.
67,500 Miles (112 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.)

Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)ACTUAL
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75,000 Miles (125 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.)

Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 lbs. or Equipped with Diesel Engine
Only: Inspect shields for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold
in the United States.

Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

Diesel Engine Only: Check the air intake system installation to assure that
gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is
properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten connections and fasteners or
replace damaged parts as necessary. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

Diesel Engine Only: If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan,
inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook
-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
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DATE

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82,500 Miles (137 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.)

Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.)

Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining,
whichever occurs first).

Replace fuel filter.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.

Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 lbs. Only: Inspect shields for damage or
looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control
Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

Diesel Engine Only: Check the air intake system installation to assure that
gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is
properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten connections and fasteners or
replace damaged parts as necessary. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

Diesel Engine Only: If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan,
inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook
-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

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97,500 Miles (162 500 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.)

Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

Gasoline Engine Only: Inspect spark plug wires.
An Emission Control Service.

Gasoline Engine Only: Replace spark plugs.
An Emission Control Service.

Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle has a diesel
engine, if the vehicle's GVWR is over 8600 lbs. or 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.
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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 the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160, 1 600 and 10 000 km)
For vehicles with dual wheels, check dual wheel nut
torque. For proper torque, see ªWheel Nut Torqueº
in the Index.
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 ªEngine Oilº in the Index for
further details.Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX
-COOL

coolant mixture if necessary. See ªEngine Coolantº in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See ªWindshield Washer Fluidº in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
Don't forget to check your spare tire. See ªTiresº in
the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See ªAudio Systemsº in the
Index for further details.

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Starter Switch Check
CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see ªParking
Brakeº in the Index if necessary) and the
regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the starter works in any other position, your
vehicle needs service.Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control
System Check
CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
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 ªParking Brakeº
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN
position, but don't 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.