2003 Oldsmobile Bravada fuel

7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0 Inspect engid'e air cleaner filter if you are driving in
dusty conditions. Replace filter
if necessary. An
Emission Control Service. (See footnote
f.)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
Ll Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
22,500 Miles (37 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
page
5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See
footnote
t.)
0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission
Control Service.
Q Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
page
5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
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45,000 Miles (75 000 km)
0 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in
dusty conditions. Replace filter
if necessary. An
Emission Control Service. (See footnote t.)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
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
(1 66 000 km).
0 Change transfer case fluid.
52,500 Miles (87 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
Ll Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See
U Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission
footnote
t.)
Control Service.
67,500 Miles
(1 12 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
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75,000 Miles (125 000 km)
0 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in
dusty conditions. Replace filter
if necessary. An
Emission Control Service. (See footnote
f.)
U Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +,)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
c1 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See
Footnote
t.)
0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission
Control Service.
cI1 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-53
for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +.)
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-53 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote +,)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
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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 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 Engine Oil on page 5-13 for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture
if necessary. See Engine Coolant
on page 5-22
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
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-33 for further
details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tries are inflated to the correct pressures.
Don’t forget to check your spare tire. See
Tires on
page 5-52
for further details.
Cassette Tape Player Service
Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done
every
50 hours of tape play. See Audio Systern(s)
on page 3-56 for further details.
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At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part
D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hood latch assembly, secondary latch,
pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, rear compartment
hinges, outer liftgate handle pivot points, rear door
detent link, roller mechanism, liftgate handle pivot points,
latch bolt, fuel door hinge, cargo door hinge, locks
and folding seat hardware. Part
D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
around
the vehicle.
brake. See
Parking Brake on page 2-25 if
necessary.
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.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed in this part are inspections and services which
should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,
each spring and fall).
You should let your dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See
Service Publications
Ordering Information
on page 7- 10.
Steering, Suspension and Front
Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals
if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See
Engine Exhaust
on page 2-28.
Fuel System Inspection
Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they
are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test
of
the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended
at least once a year.
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Usage
Transfer Case Hood Latch Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring Anchor and Release
Pawl
Hood and Door
Hinges, Body
Door Hinge
Pins, Liftgate
Hinge and
Linkage,
Folding Seats
and Fuel Door
Hinge
Fluid/Lubricant
AUTO-TRAK I1 Fluid (GM Part No.
U.S. 12378508, in Canada
1 0953626).
Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part
No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada
992723, or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements
of NLGl #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part
No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474, or equivalent). Hinaes
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part
Weatherstrip
Superlube (GM Part No. Weatherstrip 1095301 4, or equivalent).
‘Onditioning No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada
Synthetic Grease with Teflon,
Squeaks U.S.12371287, in
Canada
10953437,
or equivalent).
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We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense
to you:
e
Fuel delivery
Lock-out service (identification required)
Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service
or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident
Flat tire change
Jump starts Minor repairs to disabled vehicles
Assistance when vehicle is mired in sand,
mud or snow
Trip routing
Trip interruption expense benefits
Dealership locator service
Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance specifically excludes
coverage for mounting, dismounting or changing of snow
tires, chains or other traction devices.
In some cases, where service is impractical, the driver
may be authorized to obtain other service for which
reimbursement is provided. In many instances,
mechanical failures are covered
under Oldsmobile’s comprehensive warranty. However,
when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations
you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representative:
Location of vehicle
Telephone number of your location
Vehicle model, year and color
Mileage of vehicle
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle license plate number
Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or
reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in
Oldsmobile’s judgement, the claims become excessive
in frequency or type of occurrence.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use our
service, it is added security while traveling for you
and your family. Remember, we’re only a phone call
away. Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance:
1 -800-442-OLDS (6537), text telephone (TTY) users,
call 1-888-889-2438.
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