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Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward
the front of the engine compartment on the
driver’s side of the vehicle. SeeEngine
Compartment Overview on page 258for reservoir
location.
It is not necessary to regularly check power
steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in
the system or you hear an unusual noise.
A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Turn the key off and let the engine compartment
cool down. Then check the fluid level.The level should be between the MIN (B) and
MAX (A) marks on the reservoir. If the level
is below the MIN (B) mark, add the power steering
fluid to the appropriate level. Replace the cap
and completely tighten it.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use, see
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 382. Always use the proper fluid. Failure
to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and
damage hoses and seals.
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CAUTION: (Continued)
But if a battery has ller caps, be sure
the right amount of uid is there. If it is low,
add water to take care of that rst. If you
don’t, explosive gas could be present.
Battery uid contains acid that can burn
you. Do not get it on you. If you
accidentally get it in your eyes or on your
skin, ush the place with water and get
medical help immediately.
{CAUTION:
Fans or other moving engine parts can
injure you badly. Keep your hands away
from moving parts once the engine is
running.5. Check that the jumper cables do not have
loose or missing insulation. If they do, you
could get a shock. The vehicles could
be damaged too.
Before you connect the cables, here are some
things you should know. Positive (+) will go
to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+)
terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative (−)
will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part
or to a remote negative (−) terminal if the
vehicle has one.
Do not connect positive (+) to negative (−)or
you will get a short that would damage
the battery and maybe other parts too. And do
not connect the negative (−) cable to the
negative (−) terminal on the dead battery
because this can cause sparks.
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeePart D:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 382for 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.
Cooling System 7.9 qt 7.5 L
Engine Oil with Filter 4.2 qt 4.0 L
Fuel Tank 14.5 gal 55.0 L
Transaxle, Automatic 7.3 qt 6.9 L
Transaxle, Manual 1.9 qt 1.8 L
Wheel Nut Torque 81 lb ft
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All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap
2.0L L4 (L34) ZAutomatic and
Manual0.039 inch (1.0mm)
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Maintenance Schedule................................ 356
Introduction............................................... 356
Maintenance Requirements........................ 356
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 356
How This Section is Organized................. 356
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services................................................. 358
Using the Maintenance Schedule............... 358
Selecting the Right Schedule..................... 359
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance..... 361
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled
Maintenance.......................................... 369
Part B: Owner Checks and Services......... 374
At Each Fuel Fill....................................... 374
At Least Once a Month............................. 374At Least Twice a Year.............................. 375
At Least Once a Year............................... 376
Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections............................................. 380
Steering, Suspension and Front
Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection...... 380
Exhaust System Inspection........................ 380
Fuel System Inspection............................. 380
Engine Cooling System Inspection............. 381
Throttle System Inspection........................ 381
Brake System Inspection........................... 381
Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants.............................................. 382
Part E: Maintenance Record...................... 384
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level
and change as recommended.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The
Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties.
See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet
or your dealer for details.
Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and
recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed
in this manual are necessary to keep your
vehicle in good working condition. Any damage
caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance
may not be covered by warranty.
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep
your vehicle in good working condition, but also
helps the environment. Improper vehicle
maintenance can even affect the quality of the air
we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong
tire inflation can increase the level of emissions
from your vehicle. To help protect our environment,
and to keep your vehicle in good condition, be
sure to maintain your vehicle properly.
How This Section is Organized
This maintenance schedule is divided into
five parts:
“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”
explains what to have done and how often. Some
of these services can be complex, so unless
you are technically qualified and have the
necessary equipment, you should let your
GM dealer’s service department do these jobs.
Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported
service people that will perform the work using
genuine GM parts.
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Short Trip/City Scheduled
Maintenance
The services shown in this schedule up to
100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated
after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same
intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services
shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be
repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles
(240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
SeePart B: Owner Checks and Services on
page 374andPart C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections on page 380.
Footnotes
†The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that
the failure to perform this maintenance item will not
nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability
prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
We, however, urge that all recommended
maintenance services be performed at the indicated
intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
+A good time to check your brakes is during
tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection
on page 381.
3,000 Miles (5 000 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.
6,000 Miles (10 000 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 316for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
9,000 Miles (15 000 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.
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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled
Maintenance
The services shown in this schedule up to
100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated
after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same
intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services
shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be
repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles
(240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
SeePart B: Owner Checks and Services on
page 374andPart C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections on page 380.
Footnotes
†The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that
the failure to perform this maintenance item will not
nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability
prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
We, however, urge that all recommended
maintenance services be performed at the indicated
intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
+A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See Brake System Inspection on
page 381.
7,500 Miles (12 500 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 316for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
15,000 Miles (25 000 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 264for more information.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 316for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
❑Inspect drive belt(s).
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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 260for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 268for 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 280for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect the tires and make sure the tires
are inflated to the correct pressures. Do not
forget to check the spare tire. SeeInflation - Tire
Pressure on page 311.
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