•Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). A leak in any system
must be repaired and the fluid level checked.
•Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in
dusty conditions only). SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter
on page 6-20.
•Brake system inspection (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).
MaintenanceII
•Perform all services described in MaintenanceI.
•Steering and suspension inspection. Visual
inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts
or signs of wear.
•Engine cooling system inspection. Visual inspection
of hoses, pipes, fittings, and clamps and
replacement, if needed.
•Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear, cracking,
or contamination and windshield and wiper blade
cleaning, if contaminated. SeeWindshield and
Wiper Blades on page 6-78. Worn or damaged wiper
blade replacement. SeeWindshield Wiper Blade
Replacement on page 6-42.
•Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, and
rear compartment and hood hinges and latches
lubrication. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 7-10. More frequent lubrication
may be required when vehicle is exposed to a
corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease
on weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
•Restraint system component check. SeeChecking
the Restraint Systems on page 2-73.
•Engine air cleaner filter inspection. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 6-20.
Additional Required Services
At Each Fuel Stop
•
Engine oil level check. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.
•Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-23.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-30.
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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.•
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.
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, seeEngine
Oil on page 6-15.
Engine
Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-23.
Hydraulic
Brake SystemDOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 88862806,
in Canada 88862807).
Windshield
WasherOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
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 109435474).
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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Accessories and Modifications............................ 6-3
Accessory Power............................................3-22
Accessory Power Outlets.................................4-15
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................6-30
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation.....2-71
Additional Program Information.........................8-11
Additional Required Services.............................. 7-4
Additives, Fuel................................................. 6-7
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................6-82
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)..............4-56
Adjustment
Chime Level...............................................4-83
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................6-20
Airbag
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................2-72
Airbag System
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................2-63
Passenger Sensing System...........................2-66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........2-71
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?......................2-63
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?....2-64
When Should an Airbag Inflate?....................2-61
Where Are the Airbags?...............................2-58Airbags.........................................................2-73
Passenger Status Indicator...........................4-26
Readiness Light..........................................4-25
System Check.............................................2-56
AM ...............................................................4-82
Antenna
Backglass...................................................4-83
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System......................................................4-83
Antilock Brake System (ABS)............................. 5-4
Warning Light.............................................4-28
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels........................................6-79
Care of Safety Belts....................................6-76
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................6-80
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................6-77
Fabric/Carpet..............................................6-75
Finish Care.................................................6-78
Finish Damage............................................6-80
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................6-76
Interior Cleaning..........................................6-73
Sheet Metal Damage...................................6-80
Tires..........................................................6-79
Underbody Maintenance...............................6-80
Washing Your Vehicle...................................6-77
Weatherstrips..............................................6-76
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................6-78
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Arming the System.........................................3-17
Assistance Program, Roadside........................... 8-7
Audio System.........................................4-51, 4-69
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................4-80
Radio Reception..........................................4-82
Setting the Clock.........................................4-52
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................4-80
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............4-83
Audio System(s).............................................4-53
Auto Stop Mode.............................................4-36
Automatic Climate Control System.....................4-16
Automatic Engine Start/Stop.....................1-23, 3-24
Automatic Headlamp System............................4-12
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................6-22
Operation...................................................3-27
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control
System Check.............................................. 7-8
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................4-83
Battery..........................................................6-34
Electric Power Management..........................4-13
Run-Down Protection...................................4-14
Battery Replacement......................................... 3-6Belt Routing, Engine.......................................7-12
Blizzard Conditions..........................................5-18
Bluetooth Controls...........................................4-70
Bluetooth
®.....................................................4-69
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 5-5
Brake Adjustment............................................6-33
Brake Fluid....................................................6-31
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................6-33
Brake Wear...................................................6-32
Brakes..........................................................6-31
Antilock....................................................... 5-4
Parking......................................................3-29
Regenerative Braking...................................3-30
System Warning Light..................................4-27
Braking........................................................... 5-3
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 5-5
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................3-21
Bulb Replacement...........................................6-42
Halogen Bulbs............................................6-39
Headlamp Aiming........................................6-39
Headlamps.................................................6-39
License Plate Lamps....................................6-41
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps.................................6-40
Buying New Tires...........................................6-58
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Malfunction Indicator....................................4-31
Reading.....................................................4-13
Trunk.........................................................4-13
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................2-24
LATCH System for Child Restraints...................2-42
Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running.....3-31
Lift Seat, Power............................................... 2-9
Light, Auto Stop Mode.....................................4-36
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................4-13
Parade Dimming..........................................4-13
Lights............................................................4-10
Airbag Readiness........................................4-25
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning............4-28
Brake System Warning.................................4-27
Charging System.........................................4-27
Cruise Control.............................................4-34
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............4-30
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 4-5
Fuel Economy.............................................4-37
Highbeam On.............................................4-34
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 4-5
Oil Pressure...............................................4-33
On Reminder..............................................4-10
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................4-26
Safety Belt Reminders..................................4-24
Security.....................................................4-34
Tire Pressure..............................................4-30
Loading a CD................................................4-58Loading Your Vehicle.......................................5-20
Locks
Delayed Locking..........................................3-10
Door ........................................................... 3-9
Lockout Protection.......................................3-12
Power Door .................................................. 3-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............3-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................3-11
Loss of Control...............................................
5-12
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children.............2-42
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 2-5
M
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Record....................................7-13
Maintenance Replacement Parts....................7-11
Owner Checks and Services........................... 7-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............7-10
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 7-3
MaintenanceI.................................................. 7-3
MaintenanceII................................................. 7-4
Making a Call.................................................4-75
Malfunction Indicator Lamp...............................4-31
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process . . . 8-13
Manual Locks.................................................. 1-6
Manual Reclining Seatbacks............................... 2-6
Manual Seat.................................................... 1-7
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................2-26
Rear Seat......................................................1-10
Rear Seat Air Outlet........................................4-21
Rear Window Defogger....................................4-20
Rearview Mirrors.............................................3-35
Receiving a Call.............................................4-76
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 2-6
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................7-10
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................5-25
Regenerative Braking......................................3-30
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility................. 8-6
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............3-3, 3-4
Remote Trunk Release....................................3-13
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 3-7
Removal and Installation of the
Sealant Canister..........................................6-72
Repair Facility................................................8-12
Replacement Bulbs.........................................6-42
Replacement Parts
Maintenance...............................................7-11
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................6-33
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................8-14
Saturn.......................................................8-15
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................2-73
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................2-74Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................3-22
Ride Control Systems....................................... 5-6
Electronic Stability (ESC)................................ 5-6
Roadside Assistance Program............................ 8-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................5-20
Roof
Sunroof......................................................3-37
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................3-34
S
Safety Belt Pretensioners.................................2-26
Safety Belt Reminder Light...............................4-24
Safety Belts...................................................2-73
Care of ......................................................6-76
Extender....................................................2-30
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................2-16
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................2-24
Reminders..................................................4-24
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................2-11
Use During Pregnancy.................................2-29
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government..................................8-14
Saturn.......................................................8-15
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 7-3
Scheduling Appointments................................... 8-9
Sealant Kit, Tire..............................................6-66
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