2007 CHEVROLET UPLANDER engine coolant

MaintenanceI— Use MaintenanceIif the
CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on within
10 months since the vehicle was purchased
or MaintenanceIIwas performed.MaintenanceII— Use MaintenanceIIif the
previous service performed was MaintenanceI.
Always use MaintenanceIIwhenever the message
comes on 10 months or more since the last
service or if the message has not come on at all
for one year.
Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. SeeEngine Oil on page 439. Reset oil life system.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 442.An Emission Control Service.••
Lubricate chassis components.See footnote #.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (k).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 444.See footnote (g).•
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 487and “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once a Month on
page 545.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid as
needed.••
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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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Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 548.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 439for
further details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure
to keep your engine oil at the proper level
can cause damage to your engine not covered
by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 448for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add the
proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure
they are inated to the correct pressures. Do not
forget to check the spare tire. SeeInation - Tire
Pressure on page 485. Check to make sure the
spare tire is stored securely. SeeChanging a Flat
Tire on page 500.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 487.
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Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take
care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name,
part number, or specication may be obtained from
your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certied 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 439.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 448.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransaxleDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
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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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G
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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