2007 CHEVROLET UPLANDER coolant temperature

{CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on
hot engine parts. Coolant contains
ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the
engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill
coolant on a hot engine.
Occasionally check the coolant level in the
radiator. For information on how to add coolant to
the radiator, seeCooling System on page 454.
Radiator Pressure Cap
Notice:The radiator cap on your vehicle is a
pressure-type cap and must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss and possible
engine damage from overheating. Be sure
the cap is properly closed.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 438
for more information on location.
Engine Overheating
You will nd an engine coolant temperature gage
on your vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine
Coolant Temperature Gage on page 241.
Your vehicle may also have an ENGINE
COOLANT HOT message displayed in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 256.
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If you get the overheat warning with no sign of
steam, try this for a minute or so:
1. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off.
2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest
fan speed and open the windows as
necessary.
3. If you are in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N);
otherwise, shift to the highest gear while
driving — DRIVE (D) or THIRD (3).
If you no longer have the overheat warning, you
can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for
about 10 minutes. If the warning does not come
back on, you can drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park
your vehicle right away.
If there is still no sign of steam, idle the engine for
three minutes while you are parked. If you still
have the warning, turn off the engine and
get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down.
Also, see “Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode” later in this section.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get
service help right away.Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode
This emergency operating mode allows your
vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an
emergency situation. If an overheated engine
condition exists, an overheat protection mode
which alternates ring groups of cylinders helps
prevent engine damage. In this mode, you
will notice a signicant loss in power and engine
performance. The temperature gage will
indicate an overheat condition exists. Driving
extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in the
overheat protection mode should be avoided.
Notice:After driving in the overheated engine
protection operating mode, to avoid engine
damage, allow the engine to cool before
attempting any repair. The engine oil will be
severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant
loss, change the oil and reset the oil life
system. SeeEngine Oil on page 439.
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Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a
clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better,
and not stick or squeak.
(g)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(h)Change automatic transaxle uid and lter if
the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of
these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. See
Engine Coolant on page 448 for what to
use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap, and ller neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.(j)Check system for interference or binding and
for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as needed. Replace any components that have
high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate
accelerator or cruise control cables.
(k)A uid loss in any vehicle system could
indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid
if needed.
(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
the lter may require replacement more often.
(m)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your GM
Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you with these
checks and services.
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Climate Control System............................... 217
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment........... 228
Dual......................................................... 220
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 223
Rear...............................................224, 226
Collision Damage Repair............................. 568
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 52
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 516
Compass..................................................... 254
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 146
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 376
Convenience Center.................................... 186
Convenience Net................................185, 186
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 241
Heater, Engine......................................... 154
Cooling System........................................... 454
Cruise Control............................................. 200
Cruise Control Light.................................... 247
Cupholder(s)................................................ 180
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 565
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users......................... 560
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 560
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 556Customer Assistance Information (cont.)
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...... 561
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 573
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 573
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 573
Roadside Assistance Program.................. 562
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 574
D
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic
Headlamp System.................................... 205
Defensive Driving........................................ 372
Delayed Lighting.......................................... 208
Delayed Locking.......................................... 130
DIC Compass.............................................. 254
Disc, MP3................................................... 301
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 427
Dome Lamp................................................ 207
Door
Automatic Door Lock................................ 131
Delayed Locking...................................... 130
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Door (cont.)
Dual Sliding Doors................................... 131
Locks....................................................... 128
Power Door Locks................................... 129
Power Sliding Door.................................. 134
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock..... 131
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 38
Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 249
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 249
DIC Vehicle Personalization..................... 275
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 256
Driving
At Night................................................... 388
City.......................................................... 393
Defensive................................................. 372
Drunken................................................... 373
Freeway................................................... 394
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 397
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 390
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 404
Winter...................................................... 399
Dual Climate Control System....................... 220
DVD
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....309, 324E
Electric Power Management........................ 210
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 526
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 527
Headlamp Wiring..................................... 527
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 528
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 527
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 530
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 527
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 444
Battery..................................................... 465
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 242
Coolant.................................................... 448
Coolant Heater......................................... 154
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 241
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 551
Engine Compartment Overview ................ 438
Exhaust................................................... 163
Oil ........................................................... 439
Oil Life System........................................ 442
Overheated Protection Operating Mode.... 453
Overheating............................................. 451
Starting.................................................... 152
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Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 241
Fuel......................................................... 248
Speedometer........................................... 232
Tachometer.............................................. 232
Garage Door Opener..........................169, 170
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 429
Specications........................................... 429
Glove Box................................................... 180
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 561
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 194
Head Restraints............................................ 13
Headlamp Wiring......................................... 527
Headlamps
Bulb Replacement.................................... 471
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic
Headlamp System................................ 205Headlamps (cont.)
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 197
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 471
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps.......... 471
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 197
On Reminder........................................... 205
Wiper Activated........................................ 205
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps............. 471
Heated Seats................................................ 10
Heater................................................217, 220
Highbeam On Light..................................... 247
High-Speed Operation, Tires........................ 486
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 396
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 397
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 436
Release................................................... 437
Horn............................................................ 194
How to Use This Manual ................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 37
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