2006 CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 tire pressure

18,000 Miles (30 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
21,000 Miles (35 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
24,000 Miles (40 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +)
27,000 Miles (45 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you
drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter
may require replacement more often.
❑Replace engine air cleaner filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
❑Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service.
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
❑Inspect timing belt.
❑Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer
perform this service. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-20for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
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48,000 Miles (80 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
51,000 Miles (85 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
54,000 Miles (90 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
57,000 Miles (95 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you
drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter
may require replacement more often.
❑Replace engine air cleaner filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
❑Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace spark plug wires.An Emission Control
Service.
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
❑Replace timing belt.
❑Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer
perform this service. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-20for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
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78,000 Miles (130 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
81,000 Miles (135 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
84,000 Miles (140 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
87,000 Miles (145 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you
drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter
may require replacement more often.
❑Replace engine air cleaner filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
❑Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace fuel filter.An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote †.)
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
❑Inspect timing belt.
❑Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer
perform this service. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-20for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
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❑Inspect timing belt.
❑Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer
perform this service. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-20for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
❑Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines, and EVAP vent
solenoid valve.An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote †.)
❑Inspect PCV system.An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote †.)
❑Change brake/clutch fluid (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first).
37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
45,000 Miles (75 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive
regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may
require replacement more often.
❑Inspect engine air cleaner filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
52,500 Miles (87 500 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
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60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive
regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may
require replacement more often.
❑Replace engine air cleaner filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
❑Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace spark plug wires.An Emission Control
Service.
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
❑Replace timing belt.
❑Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer
perform this service. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-20for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
❑Inspect EVAP canister and vapor lines. Replace
EVAP vent solenoid valve.An Emission Control
Service. (See footnote †.)❑Inspect PCV system.An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote †.)
❑Change brake/clutch fluid (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first).
67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
75,000 Miles (125 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive
regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may
require replacement more often.
❑Inspect engine air cleaner filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
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82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive
regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may
require replacement more often.
❑Replace engine air cleaner filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.(See footnote +.)
❑Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service.
❑Replace fuel filter.An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote †.)
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
❑Inspect timing belt.❑Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer
perform this service. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-20for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
❑Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and EVAP vent
solenoid valve.An Emission Control Service. (See
footnote †.)
❑Inspect PCV system.An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote †.)
❑Change brake/clutch fluid (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first).
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
❑Change engine oil and filter and replace engine oil
pan drain plug washer (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).An Emission Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 5-57for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
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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. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 5-20for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if
necessary. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 5-30
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are
inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check
your spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-50for further
details.
At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts,
buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
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Charging System Light....................................3-33
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-37
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-80
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-33
Infants and Young Children...........................1-30
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-39
Older Children.............................................1-28
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position..................................................1-46
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position...................................1-48
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-38
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-20
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-78
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-77
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-75
Finish Care.................................................5-77
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-74
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................5-76
Leather......................................................5-76
Tires..........................................................5-79Cleaning (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-79
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-77
Weatherstrips..............................................5-76
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-78
Climate Control System...................................3-22
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment.................3-26
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-25
Clock............................................................3-21
Clutch, Hydraulic.............................................5-19
Collision Damage Repair..................................7-10
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-73
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Convenience Net............................................2-36
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-36
Heater, Engine............................................2-19
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-23
Cooling System..............................................5-24
Cruise Control................................................3-13
Cruise Control Light........................................3-41
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-34
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-7
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)
Users....................................................... 7-4
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