2006 CHEVROLET EXPRESS CARGO VAN maintenance

Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. SeeMaintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional
information fromOwner Checks and Services on page 6-9can be added on the following record pages. You should
retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Online Owner Center
The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership
needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in
one place.
The Online Owner Center allows you to:
•Get e-mail service reminders.
•Access information about your specific vehicle,
including tips and videos and an electronic
version of this owner’s manual (United States only).
•Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and
maintenance schedule.
•Find GM dealers for service nationwide.
•Receive special promotions and privileges only
available to members (United States only).
Refer to the web for updated information.
To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com
(United States) or My GM Canada within
www.gmcanada.com (Canada).
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or
speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs),
Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer
Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate
with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438).
(TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
Customer Assistance Offices
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free
number for assistance. However, if a customer
wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, refer to the
addresses below.
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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 specifically for owners
and intended to provide basic operational information
about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include
the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and
Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00
Current and Past Model Order Forms
Service Publications are available for current and
past model GM vehicles. To request an order form,
please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the
World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and without
incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make
checks payable in U.S. funds.
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Accessories and Modifications............................ 5-3
Accessory Power Outlet(s)...............................3-16
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-82
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-94
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-18
Air Conditioning..............................................3-18
Airbag
Off Light.....................................................3-28
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-29
Readiness Light..........................................3-27
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)....7-10
Airbag System................................................1-66
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-82
Airbag Off Switch........................................1-73
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-71
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-76
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-82
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?......................1-71
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?........1-72
When Should an Airbag Inflate?....................1-69
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-68
All-Wheel Drive...............................................5-43
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System.........................4-11AM-FM Radio.................................................3-46
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-79
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-34
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-90
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-87
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-91
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-88
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-84
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-86
Finish Care.................................................5-88
Finish Damage............................................5-91
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-87
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-91
Tires..........................................................5-90
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-91
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-92
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-88
Weatherstrips..............................................5-87
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-89
Ashtray(s)......................................................3-17
Audio System(s).............................................3-44
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-46
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player................3-77
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-79
Care of Your CDs ........................................3-78
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)............5-50
Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts.......1-25, 1-26
Chains, Tire...................................................5-69
Charging System Light....................................3-32
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-36
Gages Warning Light...................................3-42
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-91
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-37
Infants and Young Children...........................1-34
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-43
Older Children.............................................1-31
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Center Seat Position.................................1-54
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Outside Seat Position or the
Second Row Center Seat Position..............1-52
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position..................1-56, 1-60
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-41
Chime Level Adjustment..................................3-79
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-17
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-90
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-88
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-86Cleaning (cont.)
Finish Care.................................................5-88
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-84
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-87
Tires..........................................................5-90
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-91
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-88
Weatherstrips..............................................5-87
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-89
Climate Control System...................................3-18
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-20
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System......3-21
Rear Heating System...................................3-21
Collision Damage Repair..................................7-11
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt.....................1-28
Compass.......................................................2-29
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-6
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-36
Heater, Engine............................................2-20
Cooling System..............................................5-26
Cruise Control................................................3-10
Cruise Control Light........................................3-41
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-8
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-4
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Light (cont.)
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-36
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-29
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder....................3-26
Reduced Engine Power................................3-41
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-26
Security.....................................................3-40
StabiliTrak
®Indicator....................................3-35
StabiliTrak®Not Ready.................................3-35
Tow/Haul Mode ...........................................3-42
Lighting
Entry.........................................................3-16
Exit ...........................................................3-16
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-30
Locking Rear Axle............................................ 4-8
Lockout Protection............................................ 2-9
Locks
Cargo Door Relocking.................................... 2-8
Door ........................................................... 2-7
Lockout Protection......................................... 2-9
Power Door .................................................. 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks............................... 2-8
Loss of Control...............................................4-16
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-10
At Least Once a Month................................6-10
At Least Once a Year..................................6-11
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160, 1 600 and 10 000km)......................... 6-9
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-15
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-13
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-3
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-36
Manual Seats................................................... 1-3
Manual Windows............................................2-15
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