2007 CHEVROLET EXPRESS CARGO VAN brake

At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch 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.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the
regular brake. SeeParking Brake on page 128.
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
vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any
other position, contact your GM Goodwrench
®
dealer for service.
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 128.
Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN,
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.
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Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set,
try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift
lever position.
•The ignition should turn to LOCK only when
the shift lever is in PARK (P).
•The ignition key should come out only in LOCK.
Contact your GM Goodwrench®dealer if service
is required.
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 flush
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
This maintenance section applies to vehicles with
a gasoline engine. If your vehicle has a diesel
engine, see the maintenance schedule section in
the DURAMAX
®Diesel Engine Supplement.
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number, or specification can be obtained
from your dealer/retailer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certified for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, seeEngine Oil (Gasoline
Engine) on page 303.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 312.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Windshield
WasherGM 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
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
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Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle
suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit
repair service procedures, adjustments, and
specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles,
and transfer cases.
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, the service bulletin reference number
can be obtained by contacting your General Motors
dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483). This reference number is
needed to order the service bulletin from Helm, Inc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US +
Processing Fee
Owner Information
Owner publications are written specifically for
owners and intended to provide basic operational
information about the vehicle. The owner manual
includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual,
and Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US +
Processing Fee
Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 US +
Processing Fee
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Event Data Recorders
Some information about your vehicle’s
performance and how it is driven may be recorded
on various modules if a crash occurs. Some
people refer to these modules asevent data
recorders (EDRs). These modules may record
several seconds of pre-crash and crash data,
such as data related toengine speed, brake
application, throttle position, vehicle speed,
yaw rate, steering wheel angle, lateral
acceleration, safety belt usage, airbag
readiness, airbag performanceandthe severity
of the collision.Unlike the flight data recorders
on airplanes, these modules do not record
sounds or conversations.To retrieve this data, special equipment and
access to the vehicle or the module that stores
the data are required. Certain data may also
be sent to or retrieved by OnStar®(see below).
GM will not access this information or share it with
others except: with the consent of the vehicle
owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent
of the lessee; in response to an official request
of police or similar government office; as part
of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery
process; or, as required by law. Data that
GM collects or receives may also be used for
GM research needs or may be made available to
others for research purposes, where a need is
shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle
or vehicle owner.
Others may be able to retrieve this data if they
have access to the vehicle and have the special
equipment necessary to download the data.
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A
Accessories and Modifications..................... 290
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle....................................................... 97
Additives, Fuel............................................ 294
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 393
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 308
Air Conditioning........................................... 160
Airbag
Off Light.................................................. 170
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 172
Readiness Light....................................... 169
Airbag System............................................... 78
What Will You See After an Airbag
Inflates?................................................. 84
When Should an Airbag Inflate?................. 82
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 80
Airbag Systems
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 97
Airbag Off Switch....................................... 86
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 84
Passenger Sensing System....................... 89
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 96
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?.................. 84All-Wheel Drive........................................... 336
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System.................... 238
AM-FM Radio.............................................. 190
Antenna, Fixed Mast................................... 226
Anti-Lock Brake System.............................. 233
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 176
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 388
Care of Safety Belts................................ 385
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 390
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 386
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 382
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 384
Finish Care.............................................. 386
Finish Damage......................................... 389
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces............................................... 385
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 389
Tires........................................................ 389
Underbody Maintenance........................... 390
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 391
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 386
Weatherstrips........................................... 385
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 387
Ashtray....................................................... 159
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Audio System.............................................. 187
AM-FM Radio.......................................... 190
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player.......... 224
Care of Your CD Player........................... 226
Care of Your CDs.................................... 225
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 226
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 226
Radio with Cassette and CD.................... 198
Radio with CD......................................... 193
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 211
Setting the Time with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)..................................... 189
Setting the Time without Radio Data
Systems (RDS)..................................... 189
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 223
Understanding Radio Reception............... 224
Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 309
Operation................................................. 125
B
Battery........................................................ 329
Run-Down Protection............................... 158
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 252Brake
Emergencies............................................ 235
Parking.................................................... 128
Brakes........................................................ 325
System Warning Light.............................. 175
Braking....................................................... 232
Braking in Emergencies............................... 235
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 119
Bulb Replacement....................................... 340
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL).............................................. 342
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps..................................... 342
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 340
Headlamps............................................... 340
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 344
Taillamps.................................................. 343
Buying New Tires........................................ 358
C
Calibration................................................... 134
California Fuel............................................. 293
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 291
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
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Headlamps (cont.)
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 340
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 149
On Reminder........................................... 156
Heater......................................................... 160
Highbeam On Light..................................... 185
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 253
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 254
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 300
Release................................................... 300
Horn............................................................ 146
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 22
I
Ignition Positions......................................... 120
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 44
Inflation - Tire Pressure............................... 354
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 144
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 157
Cluster..................................................... 167
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 330
K
Keyless Entry System................................. 104
Keys........................................................... 102
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 347
Lamps
Dome....................................................... 157
Dome Lamp Override............................... 157
Reading................................................... 158
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 54
Light
Airbag Off................................................ 170
Airbag Readiness..................................... 169
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 176
Brake System Warning............................. 175
Change Engine Oil................................... 183
Charging System..................................... 174
Check Gages Warning............................. 185
Cruise Control.......................................... 184
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