2004 CHEVROLET SSR transmission

Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
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. SeeParking Brake
on page 2-18if necessary.
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 do not 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), contact your
GM Goodwrench dealer for service.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position.
The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever
is in PARK (P).
The key should come out only in OFF.
Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is
required.
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Parking Brake and Automatic
Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in
case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle begin
to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from
the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then
release the parking brake followed by the regular
brake.
Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is
required.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name, part
number or specication may be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certied for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench
oil meets all the requirements for
your vehicle. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, seeEngine Oil on
page 5-13.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only
DEX-COOL
®Coolant. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-23.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM®Part Number ACDelco®Part Number
Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 —
Engine Air Cleaner 15036141 A2014C
Engine Oil Filter 25010633 PF44
Fuel Filter 88983068 GF831
Spark Plugs 12571164 41–985
Windshield Wiper Blade 20.0 inches (50.8 cm)
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In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English)
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write:
General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
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Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments, and specications for GM
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Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars
and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to
assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service
Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483).
Owner’s Information
Owner publications are written specically for owners
and intended to provide basic operational information
about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include
the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
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Accessing the Tire Inator Kit...........................5-68
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-17
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................5-32
Additional Program Information.........................7-10
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-83
Add-On Equipment..........................................4-38
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)......3-64, 3-74
Air Bag
Off Light.....................................................3-28
Readiness Light..........................................3-26
Air Bag Systems.............................................1-42
Air Bag Off Switch.......................................1-51
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?....................1-48
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle.........1-55
What Makes an Air Bag Inate?....................1-48
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inates?......1-49
When Should an Air Bag Inate?...................1-47
Where Are the Air Bags?..............................1-45
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-19
Air Compressor..............................................5-69
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)....7-10
AM ...............................................................3-87
Antenna, Integrated Windshield.........................3-87
Anti-lock Brake System..................................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-31Appearance Care............................................5-74
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-77
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-80
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-74
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle..............5-77
Finish Damage............................................5-80
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-80
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-80
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-81
Weatherstrips..............................................5-77
Ashtrays........................................................3-18
Audio System(s).............................................3-61
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-86
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-87
Care of Your CDs........................................3-87
Integrated Windshield Antenna.......................3-87
Radio with CD............................................3-62
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-71
Setting the Time..........................................3-61
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-85
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-87
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-13
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-20
Operation...................................................2-16
Auxiliary Gage Package...................................3-41
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-47
Certication/Tire Label.....................................4-36
Chains, Tires..................................................5-65
Change Trans (Transmission) Fluid....................3-49
Charging System Light....................................3-29
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-32
Gages Warning Light...................................3-39
Check Engine Light.........................................3-32
Check Oil Level..............................................3-49
Checking Brake Fluid......................................5-34
Checking Coolant............................................5-25
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-13
Checking the Automatic Transmission
Fluid Level.................................................5-21
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-80
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-27
Infants and Young Children...........................1-24
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-32
Older Children.............................................1-21
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-34Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Passenger Seat Position...........................1-37
Top Strap...................................................1-30
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-32
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-18
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-74
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-77
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-80
Weatherstrips..............................................5-77
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels.....5-79
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-78
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-74
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-76
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-76
Cleaning Leather............................................5-76
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-76
Cleaning the Windshield and Wiper Blades.........5-79
Cleaning Tires................................................5-80
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-76
Climate Control System...................................3-19
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-22
Content Theft-Deferrent....................................2-11
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Finish Care....................................................5-78
Finish Damage...............................................5-80
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-7
Flat Tire........................................................5-66
Flip Hall Switch Fault......................................3-50
Floor Tracks...................................................2-35
Fluid
Automatic Transmission................................5-20
Power Steering...........................................5-31
Windshield Washer......................................5-31
FM ...............................................................3-87
Fog Lamps....................................................3-14
Following Distance..........................................4-48
Front Map Lamps...........................................3-16
Front Turn and Parking Lamps.........................5-45
Fuel............................................................... 5-4
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-5
Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................... 5-9
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-7
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-6
Gage.........................................................3-40
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-5
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
Fuel Information..............................................3-46Fuel Level Low...............................................3-51
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-84
Windshield Wiper.........................................5-83
G
Gage
Check Gages Warning Light..........................3-39
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-32
Fuel..........................................................3-40
Oil Pressure...............................................3-36
Speedometer..............................................3-25
Tachometer.................................................3-25
Gage, Auxiliary Package..................................3-41
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-26
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Specications............................................... 5-5
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming........2-29
Glove Box.....................................................2-30
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities.................................................... 7-6
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