2010 PONTIAC G5 engine coolant

Additional Required Services
At Each Fuel Stop•
Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil on page 6-13.
•Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on
page 6-24.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. See Windshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-28 .
Once a Month
•
Tire inflation check. See Ination - Tire Pressure on
page 6-55.
•Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-62 .
Once a Year
•
Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and
Services on page 7-8 .
•Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park)
mechanism check. See Owner Checks and
Services on page 7-8 .
•Automatic transmission shiftlock control system
check. SeeOwner Checks and Services on
page 7-8.
•Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner
Checks and Services on page 7-8 .
•Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure
check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser
outside cleaning. SeeCooling System on
page 6-20.
•Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection
for loose or damaged components.
•Throttle system inspection for interference, binding
or 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.
•If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit, check the sealant expiration date printed on
the instruction label of the kit. See Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit on page 6-72 .
First Engine Oil Change After Every
40 000 km/25,000 Miles
•
Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks.
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First Engine Oil Change After Every
80 000 km/50,000 Miles•
Engine air cleaner filter replacement. See Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-18 .
•Automatic transmission fluid change (severe service
only) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic
in hot weather, in hilly or mountainous terrain,
when frequently towing a trailer, or used for taxi,
police, or delivery service. See Automatic
Transmission Fluid on page 6-19 .
First Engine Oil Change After Every
160 000 km/100,000 Miles
•
Spark plug replacement. An Emission Control
Service.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
240 000 km/150,000 Miles
•
Engine cooling system drain, flush, and refill,
cooling system and cap pressure check, and
cleaning of outside of radiator and air conditioning
condenser (or every 5 years, whichever occurs
first). See Engine Coolant on page 6-24 .An
Emission Control Service.
•Engine accessory drive belt inspection for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious damage and
replacement, if needed. An Emission Control
Service.
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Scheduled Maintenance
ServiceMaintenanceIMaintenance II
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. •
Passenger compartment air filter replacement. •
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions). •
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number, or specification can be obtained from your
dealer/retailer.
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Engine 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 6-13.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. See
Engine Coolant on
page 6-24.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377967, in
Canada 89021320).
Hydraulic
Clutch System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377967, in
Canada 89021320).
Windshield Washer Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Manual
Transmission DEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Automatic
Transmission DEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
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Carbon MonoxideEngine Exhaust ........................................... 3-33
Trunk ......................................................... 3-11
Winter Driving ............................................. 5-21
Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 6-96
CD, MP3 ....................................................... 4-63
Center Console Storage ................................... 3-36
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ...........6-43
Chains, Tire ................................................... 6-70
Charging System Light .................................... 4-25
Check Engine Lamp .............................................. 4-30
Checking Things Under the Hood ......................6-10
Chemical Paint Spotting .................................6-100
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children ...........................2-35
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ..........2-43
Older Children ............................................. 2-32
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position .................................................. 2-49
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ........................................... 2-52
Systems ..................................................... 2-39
Where to Put the Restraint ...........................2-41
Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 4-14
Circuit Breakers ............................................ 6-103Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..............6-99
Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 6-97
Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 6-95
Finish Care ................................................. 6-98
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ................................................. 6-96
Interior ....................................................... 6-94
Leather ...................................................... 6-96
Tires ........................................................ 6-100
Underbody Maintenance .............................6-100
Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 6-97
Weatherstrips .............................................. 6-97
Windshield

and Wiper Blades ........................6-98
Climate Control System ................................... 4-14
Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 4-17
Climate Controls ............................................. 1-14
Clock, Setting ................................................. 4-50
Clutch, Hydraulic ............................................. 6-19
Collision Damage Repair .................................. 8-11
Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 6-93
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant ............................6-72
Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 3-15
Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 5-3
Convenience Net ............................................ 3-36
Coolant Engine ....................................................... 6-24
Engine Temperature Warning Light .................4-29
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Electrical SystemEngine Compartment Fuse Block .................6-105
Floor Console Fuse Block ...........................6-103
Fuses and Circuit Breakers .........................6-103
Headlamp Wiring ....................................... 6-102
Power Windows and Other Power Options ....6-102
Windshield Wiper Fuses .............................6-102
Electronic Immobilizer PASS-Key
®III+ ........................................... 3-17
Electronic Immobilizer Operation PASS-Key
®III+ ........................................... 3-17
Electronic Stability Control ................................. 5-6
Electronic Stability Control Indicator Light ...........4-28
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 6-18
Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp ...........4-30
Compartment Overview ................................6-12
Coolant ...................................................... 6-24
Coolant Heater ............................................ 3-23
Coolant Temperature Warning Light ................4-29
Cooling System ........................................... 6-20
Drive Belt Routing ....................................... 7-13
Exhaust ..................................................... 3-33
Oil ............................................................. 6-13
Overheating ................................................ 6-27
Starting ...................................................... 3-22Engine Oil
Life System ................................................ 6-16
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Active Light .....5-11
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Indicator/ Warning Light ............................................. 4-27
Entry/Exit Lighting ........................................... 4-12
Event Data Recorders ..................................... 8-17
Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 2-31F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 6-18
Finish Damage ............................................. 6-100
Fixed Mast Antenna ........................................ 4-84
Flashers, Hazard Warning .................................. 4-3
Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 4-5
Flat Tire ........................................................ 6-70
Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 6-80
Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 6-90
Fluid Automatic Transmission ................................6-19
Windshield Washer ...................................... 6-28
Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement ....................................... 4-11
Light .......................................................... 4-34
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Folding Rear Seat............................................ 2-9
Fuel ............................................................... 6-5
Additives ...................................................... 6-6
California Fuel .............................................. 6-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container ....................6-10
Filling the Tank ............................................. 6-8
Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 6-7
Gage ......................................................... 4-34
Gasoline Octane ........................................... 6-6
Gasoline Specifications .................................. 6-6
Fuel Economy Driving for Better ......................................... 1-21
Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block .................6-105
Floor Console Fuse Block ...........................6-103
Fuses and Circuit Breakers .........................6-103
Windshield Wiper ....................................... 6-102
G
Gages
Fuel .......................................................... 4-34
Speedometer .............................................. 4-21
Tachometer ................................................. 4-21
Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 6-6
Specifications ............................................... 6-6
Glove Box ..................................................... 3-36
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .................. 8-7
H
Halogen Bulbs................................................ 6-41
Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 4-3
Head Restraints ............................................... 2-7
Headlamp Wiring ........................................... 6-102
Headlamps ...................................................... 4-9
Aiming ....................................................... 6-38
Bulb Replacement ....................................... 6-41
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .....................4-10
Flash-to-Pass ............................................... 4-5
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps .................................. 6-42
High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 4-5
On Reminder .............................................. 4-10
Range Adjustment ......................................... 2-7
Wiper Activated ........................................... 4-10
Heated Seats ................................................... 2-4
Heater ........................................................... 4-14
Engine Coolant ........................................... 3-23
Height Adjuster, Driver Seat ............................... 2-3
Highbeam On Light ......................................... 4-34
Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 5-19
Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 5-20
Hood Checking Things Under ................................6-10
Release ..................................................... 6-11
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Horn ............................................................... 4-3
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................2-16
Hydraulic Clutch ............................................. 6-19
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Ignition Positions............................................. 3-19
Indicator/Warning LIghts Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ...................4-27
Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...............2-35
Inflation - Tire Pressure ................................... 6-55
Instrument Panel Brightness .................................................. 4-11
Cluster ....................................................... 4-20
Introduction ...................................................... 7-2
J
Jump Starting ................................................. 6-34
K
Keyless Entry
Remote (RKE) System ................................... 3-3
Keyless Entry System ....................................... 3-3
Keys ............................................................... 3-2
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..................................... 6-49
Lamps Back-Up ..................................................... 6-45
Daytime Running (DRL) ................................4-10
Dome ........................................................ 4-11
License Plate .............................................. 6-46
Malfunction Indicator .................................... 4-30
Mirror Reading ............................................ 4-12
Taillamps and Turn Signal .............................6-44
Lap-Shoulder Belt ........................................... 2-25
LATCH System for Child Restraints ...................2-43
Lighting Entry/Exit ................................................... 4-12
Lights ............................................................. 4-9
Airbag Readiness ........................................ 4-23
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ............4-27
Brake System Warning ................................. 4-26
Charging System ......................................... 4-25
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning .............4-29
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Active .........5-11
Flash-to-Pass ............................................... 4-5
Fog Lamps ................................................. 4-34
Highbeam On ............................................. 4-34
High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 4-5
Oil Pressure ............................................... 4-33
On Reminder .............................................. 4-10
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