Tire Inspection and Rotation
We recommend that you regularly inspect your
vehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs of
wear or damage. SeeWhen It Is Time for New
Tires on page 6-72for more information.
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles
(8 000 to 13 000 km). SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 7-3.
The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a
uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. This will
ensure that your vehicle continues to perform most
like it did when the tires were new. The first rotation
is the most important. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 7-3.
Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your
tires as soon as possible and check wheel
alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
SeeWhen It Is Time for New Tires on page 6-72
andWheel Replacement on page 6-77.When rotating your tires, always use the correct
rotation pattern shown here.
Do not include the spare or compact spare tire in
the tire rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front
and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label. SeeIn ation - Tire
Pressure on page 6-64andLoading the Vehicle on
page 5-33.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. SeeTire
Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-67.
6-71
Rotation of New Tires
To maintain ride, handling, and performance of
the vehicle, it is important that the first rotation
service for new tires be performed when they
have 8 000 to 13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles).
SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-71.
Scheduled Maintenance
When the Change Oil Message
Displays
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Oil message displays, service is
required for the vehicle as soon as possible, within the
next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving under the best
conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate
the need for vehicle service for more than a year.
The engine oil and filter must be changed at least
once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your
dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will
perform this work and reset the system. If the engine oil
life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within
5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last service. Reset the oil
life system whenever the oil is changed. SeeEngine Oil
Life System on page 6-18.When the Change Oil message displays, certain
services, checks, and inspections are required.
The services described for MaintenanceIshould be
performed at every engine oil change. The services
described for MaintenanceIIshould be performed when:
•MaintenanceIwas performed the last time the
engine oil was changed.
•It has been 10 months or more since the Change
Oil message has displayed or since the last
service.
MaintenanceI
•Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.An Emission Control Service.
•Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-29.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-38.
•Tire inflation check. SeeIn ation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-64.
•Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-71.
•Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 6-71.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system.••
Engine coolant level check.••
Windshield washer fluid level check.••
Tire inflation pressures check.••
Tire wear inspection.••
Rotate tires.••
Fluids visual leak check.••
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only).••
Brake system inspection.••
Steering and suspension inspection.•
Engine cooling system inspection.•
Windshield wiper blades inspection.•
Body components lubrication.•
Restraint system components check.•
Automatic transmission fluid level check.•
Four-wheel drive only: Transfer case fluid level check.•
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions).•
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Hill and Mountain Roads..................................5-28
Hitches..........................................................5-55
Hood
Checking Things Under................................6-10
Release.....................................................6-11
Horn ............................................................... 4-3
How OnStar Service Works..............................1-21
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid..........6-24
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator..................6-32
How to Add Fluid............................................6-26
How to Check........................................6-25, 6-65
How to Check and Add Fluid............................6-27
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid.......6-22
How to Check Lubricant..........................6-47, 6-49
How to Check Power Steering Fluid..................6-37
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.......6-20
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System...........6-19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................2-18
How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank.............6-32
Hydraulic Clutch.............................................6-26
Hydroplaning..................................................5-26I
If a Crash Occurs...........................................8-13
If No Steam is Coming from the Engine
Compartment..............................................6-36
If Steam is Coming from the Engine
Compartment..............................................6-35
If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size
Occupant...................................................2-78
If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint......2-77
Ignition Positions.............................................3-17
Ignition Transmission Lock Check....................... 7-9
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............2-38
Inflation - Tire Pressure...................................6-64
Instrument Panel
Brightness..................................................4-13
Cluster.......................................................4-19
Insuring Your Vehicle.......................................8-12
Interior Mirror.................................................1-11
Introduction...................................................... 7-2
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Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 7-3
Scheduling Appointments.................................8-10
Seatback Latches............................................. 2-9
Seats
Heated Seats............................................... 2-4
Manual Lumbar............................................. 2-3
Power Lumbar .............................................. 2-4
Power Seats................................................. 2-3
Rear Seat Operation............................2-10, 2-11
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 2-5
Secondary Latch System.................................6-93
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position............................2-60
Rear Seat Position......................................2-58
Right Front Seat Position..............................2-60
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the
Vehicle.......................................................2-43
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint......2-43
Security
Light..........................................................4-32
SERV (Service) 4WD (Four-Wheel Drive)...........4-40
SERV (Service) TPM (Tire Pressure Monitor)......4-40
SERV (Service) VEH (Vehicle)..........................4-40
Service........................................................... 6-3
Accessories and Modifications......................... 6-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 6-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 6-4Service (cont.)
Engine Soon Lamp......................................4-28
Parts Identification Label.............................6-110
Publications Ordering Information...................8-15
Scheduling Appointments..............................8-10
Service Bulletins.............................................8-15
SERVICE CHARG (Charge) SYS (System).........4-41
Service Manuals.............................................8-15
SERVICE STAB (Stability) SYS (System)...........4-41
Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance...... 8-9
Services Provided............................................. 8-8
Services Specific to Canadian Purchased
Vehicles....................................................... 8-9
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............2-79
Setting Preset PTYs (RDS) Only.......................4-50
Setting Preset Stations............................
1-15, 4-47
Setting the Clock....................................1-15, 4-43
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)..........................4-47
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................6-109
Shift Speeds..................................................3-25
Shifting
Out of Park................................................3-32
Shifting Into Park............................................3-31
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................2-29
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 4-4
Skidding........................................................5-12
Sliding Rear Windows.....................................3-12
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