2008 CHEVROLET AVEO fluids

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 dealer/retailer do these jobs.
Your dealer/retailer has trained and supported service
people that will perform the work using genuine parts.
{CAUTION:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle
can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs,
you can be seriously injured. Do your own
maintenance work only if you have the
required know-how and the proper tools and
equipment for the job. If you have any doubt,
have a qualied technician do the work. See
Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5-4.If you want to purchase service information, seeService
Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17.
“Part B: Owner Checks and Services”tells you what
should be checked and when. It also explains what
you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good
condition.
“Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections”explains
important inspections that your dealer/retailer can
perform for you.
“Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”
lists some recommended products necessary to help
keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products,
or their equivalents, should be used whether you do
the work yourself or have it done.
“Part E: Maintenance Record”is a place for you to
record and keep track of the maintenance performed
on your vehicle. Keep your maintenance receipts.
They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for
warranty repairs.
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Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or
contamination. Clean the windshield and wiper blades,
if contaminated. Replace wiper blades that are worn
or damaged. SeeWindshield Wiper Blade Replacement
on page 5-49andWindshield and Wiper Blades on
page 5-84for more information.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
required. SeePart D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-23.
Manual Transmission Check
It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.
Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid
loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed.
Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the
system and repair if needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Check the fluid level in the brake/clutch reservoir.
SeeHydraulic Clutch on page 5-21. A fluid loss in
this system could indicate a problem. Have the
system inspected and repaired at once.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch,
pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body
door hinges, rear compartment, and any folding
seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number, or specification can be obtained from
your dealer/retailer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets
GM Standard GM6094M and
displays the American Petroleum
Institute Certified for Gasoline
Engines starburst symbol.
To determine the proper viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
Engine Oil on page 5-13.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-22
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid
or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Windshield
Washer SolventOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Automatic
TransmissionUse only T-IV Automatic
Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 88900925,
in Canada 22689186).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Manual
TransmissionManual 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
Transmission
Shift LinkageChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary Latch,
Pivots, Spring
Anchor, and
Release PawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346293,
in Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and Door
HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningWeatherstrip Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 3634770,
in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada 992887).
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Light (cont.)
Oil Pressure.......................................3-39, 3-52
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-31
Safety Belt Reminders..........................3-30, 3-44
Tire Pressure..............................................3-36
Lights
Exterior Lamps............................................3-15
Flash-to-Pass..............................................3-10
High/Low Beam Changer..............................3-10
On Reminder..............................................3-16
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-18
Lockout Protection............................................ 2-8
Locks
Central Door Unlocking System....................... 2-7
Door........................................................... 2-6
Lockout Protection......................................... 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks............................... 2-8
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance........6-13
Loss of Control................................................ 4-8
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-42
Lumbar
Manual Controls............................................ 1-3M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts..........5-100
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-18
At Least Once a Month................................6-18
At Least Once a Year..................................6-19
At Least Twice a Year..................................6-18
Brake System Inspection..............................6-22
Engine Cooling System Inspection.................6-22
Exhaust System Inspection...........................6-22
Fuel System Inspection................................6-22
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-3
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance.....6-13
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services..............6-18
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections.......6-22
Part D - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-23
Part E - Maintenance Record.........................6-24
Selecting the Right Schedule.......................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance............. 6-6
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..........................6-22
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P
Paint, Damage...............................................5-86
Park Brake....................................................2-26
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-27
Shifting Out of............................................2-28
Parking
Over Things That Burn.................................2-30
Parking Your Vehicle.......................................2-29
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services............. 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services.................6-18
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections..........6-22
Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.....6-23
Part E - Maintenance Record............................6-24
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator.............3-31, 3-46
Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-24
Passenger Sensing System..............................1-65
Passing........................................................... 4-8
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California...... 5-4
Power
Electrical System.........................................5-89
Inadvertent Battery Saver.............................3-18
Steering Fluid.............................................5-30
Windows....................................................2-13Privacy..........................................................7-18
Event Data Recorders..................................7-19
Navigation System.......................................7-20
OnStar.......................................................7-20
Radio Frequency Identification.......................7-20
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID),
Privacy......................................................7-20
Radios..........................................................3-54
AM-FM Radio.....................................3-55, 3-56
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-79
Care of Your CDs........................................3-79
Radio with CD............................................3-60
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-66
Reception...................................................3-79
Rear Door Security Locks.................................. 2-8
Rear Seat Operation.................................1-7, 1-10
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.........................3-12
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-32
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation..................................................... 2-4
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