2007 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO fuel filter

Service........................................................ 296
Accessories and Modications................... 296
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 297
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 297
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle...................................... 298
Fuel............................................................. 298
Gasoline Octane........................................ 298
Gasoline Specications.............................. 299
California Fuel........................................... 299
Additives................................................... 300
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)............................ 301
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 302
Filling the Tank......................................... 303
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 305Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 306
Hood Release........................................... 307
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 308
Engine Oil................................................. 311
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 314
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter............................ 316
Automatic Transaxle Fluid......................... 317
Engine Coolant.......................................... 320
Pressure Cap............................................ 323
Engine Overheating................................... 323
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode..................................... 325
Cooling System......................................... 326
Power Steering Fluid ................................. 331
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 332
Brakes...................................................... 333
Battery...................................................... 336
Jump Starting............................................ 337
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
293

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
“Adding Washer Fluid” underWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 332.
B. Battery. SeeBattery on page 336.
C. Underhood Fuse Block. SeeUnderhood Fuse
Block on page 397.
D. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump
Starting on page 337.
E. Pressure Cap. SeePressure Cap on page 323.
F. Power Steering Fluid Cap. SeePower
Steering Fluid on page 331.
G. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 311.
H. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine
Oil” underEngine Oil on page 311.
I. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (Out of
View). See “Checking the Fluid Level” under
Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 317.
J. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake
Fluid” underBrakes on page 333.
K. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 316.
L. Coolant Recovery Tank. See “Checking
Coolant” underCooling System on page 326.Engine Oil
If the ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL message
appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC),
it means you need to check the engine oil
level right away. For more information, see
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 195.
You should check the engine oil level regularly;
this is an added reminder.
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time
you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 308
for the location of the engine oil dipstick.
1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several
minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you
do not do this, the oil dipstick might not
show the actual level.
2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper
towel or cloth, then push it back in all the
way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down,
and check the level.
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 415for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant
charge amount, see the refrigerant
caution label located under the hood.
See your dealer for more information.
Automatic Transaxle 7.4 qt 7.0 L
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3.5L V6, 3.5L V6 Flexible Fuel 10.1 qt 9.6 L
5.3L V8 Engine 13.3 qt 12.6 L
Engine Oil with Filter
3.5L V6, 3.5L V6 Flexible Fuel 4.0 qt 3.8 L
5.3L V8 Engine 6.0 qt 5.7 L
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Additional Required Services
The following services should be performed at the rst maintenance service (IorII) after the indicated
miles (kilometers) shown for each item.
Additional Required Services
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(40 000)50,000
(80 000)75,000
(120 000)100,000
(160 000)125,000
(200 000)150,000
(240 000)
Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks.••••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose or
damaged components.••••••
Replace engine air cleaner lter. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 316.•• •
Change automatic transaxle uid and
lter (severe service).See footnote (h).•• •
Change automatic transaxle uid and
lter (normal service).•
Replace spark plugs and inspect spark
plug wires.An Emission Control Service.•
Engine cooling system service (or every
ve years, whichever occurs rst).
An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (i).•
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (n).•
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your
GM dealer.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Part GM Part NumberAC Delco Part
Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 10350737 A2962C
Engine Oil Filter
3.5L V6 and 3.5L V6 Flexible Fuel Engines 89017342 PF61
5.3L V8 89017524 PF48
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 15284938 CF132
Spark Plugs
3.5L V6 and 3.5L V6 Flexible Fuel Engines 12591131 41-100
5.3L V8 Engine 12571164 41-985
Windshield Wiper Blades
Driver’s – 22 inches (55.0 cm) 19120353 —
Passenger’s-Driver’s – 22 inches (55.0 cm) 19120354 —
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Accessories and Modications..................... 296
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 162
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-
Equipped Vehicle....................................... 83
Additives, Fuel............................................ 300
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 395
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 316
Air Conditioning........................................... 164
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 175
Readiness Light....................................... 174
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 434
Airbag System............................................... 68
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 83
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 75
Passenger Sensing System....................... 77
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 82
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 75
What Will You See After an Airbag
Inates?................................................. 76
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 73
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 71
Antenna, Backglass..................................... 242Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.................................................... 243
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 251
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 178
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 390
Care of Safety Belts................................ 388
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 392
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 389
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 385
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 386
Finish Care.............................................. 389
Finish Damage......................................... 392
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 388
Leather.................................................... 387
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 391
Tires........................................................ 391
Underbody Maintenance........................... 392
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 393
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 389
Weatherstrips........................................... 388
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 390
Ashtray(s).................................................... 164
Audio System(s).......................................... 210
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 240
Backglass Antenna................................... 242
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