2007 CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 oil

❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 316for 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.
❑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 316for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
❑Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer perform this service. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 268for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and neck. Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.An Emission Control Service.
373

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.
374

Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number, or specification can be obtained from
your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certified for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench
®
oil meets all the requirements for
your vehicle. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, seeEngine Oil on page 260.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 268.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Automatic
TransaxleAutomatic Transaxle Fluid ESSO LT
71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235
(GM Part No. in Canada 89021903).
Manual
TransaxleManual Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021806,
in Canada 89021807).
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Manual
Transaxle Shift
LinkageChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
382

Electrical System (cont.)
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 346
Headlamp Wiring..................................... 346
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 347
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 346
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 346
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 264
Battery..................................................... 284
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 172
Coolant.................................................... 268
Coolant Heater......................................... 109
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 171
Cooling System Inspection....................... 381
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 354
Engine Compartment Overview................ 258
Exhaust................................................... 121
Oil ........................................................... 260
Overheating............................................. 271
Starting.................................................... 107
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 400
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 37
Exterior Lamps............................................ 148F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 264
Finish Damage............................................ 342
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 140
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 143
Flat Tire...................................................... 324
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 324
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 333
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle................................. 266
Manual Transaxle..................................... 266
Power Steering........................................ 279
Windshield Washer.................................. 280
Fog Lamp Light........................................... 176
Fog Lamps.................................................. 150
Front Armrest Storage Area......................... 128
Front Storage Area...................................... 127
Fuel............................................................ 251
Additives.................................................. 252
California Fuel.......................................... 252
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 256
Filling Your Tank...................................... 254
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 253
413

Light (cont.)
Charging System..................................... 167
Cruise Control.......................................... 176
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator............ 176
Door Ajar................................................. 177
Fog Lamp................................................ 176
Highbeam On.......................................... 176
Hold Mode............................................... 170
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 178
Malfunction Indicator................................ 172
Oil Pressure............................................. 175
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 165
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 164
Safety Belt Reminder Tone...................... 164
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS)
Warning Light....................................... 170
Tire Pressure........................................... 171
Trunk Ajar................................................ 177
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 236
Lockout Protection......................................... 98
Locks
Central Door Unlocking System................. 96
Door.......................................................... 95
Lockout Protection..................................... 98
Power Door............................................... 96
Rear Door Security Locks.......................... 97Long Trip/Highway Scheduled
Maintenance............................................ 369
Loss of Control........................................... 219
Low Fuel Warning Light............................... 178
Lumbar
Manual Controls......................................... 12
M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts...... 353
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 374
At Least Once a Month............................ 374
At Least Once a Year.............................. 376
At Least Twice a Year.............................. 375
Brake System Inspection.......................... 381
Engine Cooling System Inspection........... 381
Exhaust System Inspection...................... 380
Fuel System Inspection............................ 380
How This Section is Organized................ 356
Introduction.............................................. 356
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled
Maintenance......................................... 369
Maintenance Requirements...................... 356
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance
Services............................................... 358
416

Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Part B - Owner Checks and Services...... 374
Part C - Periodic Maintenance
Inspections........................................... 380
Part D - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants............................................. 382
Part E - Maintenance Record................... 384
Selecting the Right Schedule................... 359
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance...... 361
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection.............. 380
Throttle System Inspection....................... 381
Using....................................................... 358
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 356
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 172
Manual Lumbar Controls............................... 12
Manual Seats........................................... 9, 10
Manual Transaxle
Fluid........................................................ 266
Operation................................................. 114
Manual Windows......................................... 100
Map Lamps................................................. 151
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 123
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 125Mirrors (cont.)
Outside Heated Mirrors............................ 125
Outside Manual Mirrors............................ 123
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 124
MP3 ...................................................194, 198
MyGMLink.com............................................ 391
N
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 105
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts....... 353
O
Odometer.................................................... 163
Odometer, Trip............................................ 163
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 216
Oil
Engine..................................................... 260
Pressure Light.......................................... 175
Older Children, Restraints............................. 38
Online Owner Center................................... 391
Other Warning Devices................................ 140
Outlet Adjustment........................................ 159
Outlet(s), Accessory Power.......................... 152
417