2003 GMC SAVANA Owner's Manual

Capacities and Specifications
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure tofill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual.
See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing OrderWheel Nut
Torque
VORTEC™4300
V6 MFI
1WM300.060 inches
(1.52 mm)1–6–5–4–3–2140 lb ft
190Y
VORTEC™4800
V8 MFI
1VMT10.060 inches
(1.52 mm)1–8–7–2–6–5–4–3140 lb ft
190Y
VORTEC™5300
V8 MFI
1TM300.060 Inches
(1.52 mm)1–8–7–2–6–5–4–3140 lb ft
190Y
VORTEC™6000
V8 MFI
1UMT10.060 inches
(1.52 mm)1–8–7–2–6–5–4–3140 lb ft
190Y
1Sequential Fuel Injection
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Capacities
ApplicationCapacities
QTY Without
Rear HeaterQTY With
Rear Heater
Cooling System
After refill, the level must be rechecked. See“Cooling System”in the Index.
VORTEC™4300 V6 11.0 quarts (10.4 L) 14.0 quarts (13.2 L)
VORTEC™4800 V8 13.4 quarts (12.7 L) 16.4 quarts (15.5 L)
VORTEC™5300 V8 13.4 quarts (12.7 L) 16.4 quarts (15.5 L)
VORTEC™6000 V8 14.8 quarts (14.0 L) 17.8 quarts (17.0 L)
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Engine Oil With Filter
After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough engine oil so that thefluid is within the proper operating
range. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13
VORTEC™4300 V6 (Vin W) 4.5 quarts 4.3 L
VORTEC™4800 V8 ( Vin V) 6.0 quarts 5.7 L
VORTEC™5300 V8 (Vin T) 6.0 quarts 5.7 L
VORTEC™6000 V8 (Vin U) 6.0 quarts 5.7 L
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ApplicationCapacities
QTY Without
Rear HeaterQTY With
Rear Heater
Fuel Tank
Standard Tank (Passenger and Cargo) 31.0 gallons 117.3 L
Standard Tank (Cab and Chassis) 35.0 gallons 132.5 L
Optional Tank* (Cab and Chassis) 55.0 gallons 208.1 L
* 159 inch wheelbase or 177 inch wheel base only
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-134a (Front) 1.8 lbs (0.81 kg)
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-134a (Front and Rear) 3.1 lbs (1.41 kg)
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing,
and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was
built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM dealer.
These specifications are for information only. If you have any questions, see the service manual for the chassis or
refer to the body manufacturer’s publications.
VIN Code W V T U
Oil Filter* PF47 PF44 PF44 PF44
Engine Air Cleaner /Filter* A1621C A1621C A1621C A1621C
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter Kit**52485513 52485513 52485513 52485513
PCV Valve* CV 769–C CV 2001–C CV 2001–C CV 2001–C
Spark Plugs 41–932 41–974 41–974 41–974
Fuel Filter* 6F6Z6 GF626 GF626 GF626
Wiper Blades** 15153642 15153642 15153642 15153642
Wiper Blade Type ITTA ITTA ITTA ITTA
Wiper Blade Length22 inches
(56.0 cm)22 inches
(56.0 cm)22 inches
(56.0 cm)22 inches
(56.0 cm)
* ACDelco
®part number
** GM part number
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Maintenance Schedule......................................6-2
Introduction...................................................6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................6-2
Maintenance Requirements..............................6-2
How This Section is Organized.........................6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services...........6-4
Using Your Maintenance Schedule....................6-4
Scheduled Maintenance...................................6-5
Part B: Owner Checks and Services................6-12
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160, 1 600 and 10 000km)........................6-12
At Each Fuel Fill..........................................6-12
At Least Once a Month.................................6-12
At Least Twice a Year...................................6-13At Least Once a Year...................................6-13
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections.........6-16
Steering and Suspension Inspection................6-16
Exhaust System Inspection............................6-16
Fuel System Inspection..................................6-16
Engine Cooling System Inspection...................6-16
Throttle System Inspection.............................6-17
Rear Axle Service.........................................6-17
Transfer Case and Front Axle
(All-Wheel Drive) Inspection........................6-17
Brake System Inspection................................6-17
Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants..........................................6-18
Part E: Maintenance Record...........................6-20
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and
change as recommended.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer
for details.
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the
environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can even
affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper
fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the
level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect
our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good
condition, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly.
Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and
recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in
this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good
working condition. Any damage caused by failure to
follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered
by warranty.
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How This Section is Organized
This maintenance schedule is divided intofive parts:
“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”explains
what to have done and how often. Some of these
services can be complex, so unless you are technically
qualified and have the necessary equipment, you
should let your GM dealer’s service department do
these jobs.
Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported service
people that will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
{CAUTION:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle
can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs,
you can be seriously injured. Do your own
maintenance work only if you have the
required know-how and the proper tools and
equipment for the job. If you have any doubt,
have a qualified technician do the work.
If you want to get the service information, seeService
Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10.“Part B: Owner Checks and Services”tells you what
should be checked and when. It also explains what
you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good
condition.
“Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections”explains
important inspections that your dealer’s service
department can perform for you.
“Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”lists
some recommended products necessary to help
keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products,
or their equivalents, should be used whether you do
the work yourself or have it done.
“Part E: Maintenance Record”is a place for you to
record and keep track of the maintenance performed
on your vehicle. Keep your maintenance receipts.
They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for
warranty repairs.
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services
This part contains engine oil and chassis lubrication
scheduled maintenance which explains the engine
oil life system and how it indicates when to change the
engine oil andfilter. Lubricate chassis components
with each oil change. Also, listed are scheduled
maintenance services which are to be performed at
the mileage intervals specified.
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
We at General Motors want to help you to keep your
vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know
exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive short distances
only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances
all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your
vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work,
to do errands or in many other ways.
Because of all the different ways people use their
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more
frequent checks and replacements. So please read
the following and note how you drive. If you have any
questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition,
see your dealer.This part tells you the maintenance services you should
have done and when to schedule them.
When you go to your dealer for your service needs,
you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service
people will perform the work using GM parts.
The properfluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
them. All parts should be replaced and all necessary
repairs done before you or anyone else drives the
vehicle.
This schedule is for vehicles that:•carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits. You willfind these limits on your vehicle’s
Certification/Tire label. SeeLoading Your Vehicle
on page 4-29.
•are driven on reasonable road surfaces within
driving limits.
•use the recommended fuel. SeeGasoline Octane
on page 5-4.
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