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Brakes
Brake Fluid
The brake master cylinder
reservoir is filled with
DOT 3 brake fluid. See
Engine Compartment
Overview on page 6-14for
the location of the
reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in
the reservoir might go down:
•The brake fluid level goes down because of normal
brake lining wear. When new linings are installed,
the fluid level goes back up.
•A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also
cause a low fluid level. Have the brake hydraulic
system fixed, since a leak means that sooner
or later the brakes will not work well.Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not
correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings
are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake
linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as
necessary, only when work is done on the brake
hydraulic system.
{WARNING:
If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the
engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You
or others could be burned, and the vehicle could
be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is
done on the brake hydraulic system.
When the brake fluid falls to a low level, the BRAKE
FLUID message in the Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 4-42.
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When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the
system may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for
a variety of reasons, including the installation of
replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-54
for additional information.
Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) and Industry and Science
Canada
SeeRadio Frequency Statement on page 8-17for
information regarding Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and
RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System
(TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver
when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors
are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly,
excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS
sensors monitor the air pressure in the vehicle’s tires
and transmits the tire pressure readings to a receiver
located in the vehicle.
When a low tire pressure
condition is detected, the
TPMS turns on the low tire
pressure warning light
located on the instrument
panel cluster.
At the same time a message to check the pressure in a
specific tire appears on the Driver Information Center
(DIC) display. The low tire pressure warning light
and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition
cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation
pressure. Using the DIC, tire pressure levels can
be viewed by the driver. For additional information and
details about the DIC operation and displays see
DIC Operation and Displays on page 4-40andDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 4-42.
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The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool
weather when the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early
indicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are getting
low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of
your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the correct
inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires when they are
cold. SeeLoading the Vehicle on page 5-19, for an
example of the Tire and Loading Information label and
its location on your vehicle. Also seeInation - Tire
Pressure on page 6-51.
Your vehicle’s TPMS system can warn you about a low
tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal
tire maintenance. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 6-57andTires on page 6-44.
Notice:Using non-approved tire sealants could
damage the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
sensors. TPMS sensor damage caused by using
an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always use the GM approved tire
sealant available through your dealer/retailer.
Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits use a GM approved
liquid tire sealant. Using non-approved tire sealants
could damage the TPMS sensors. SeeTire Sealant and
Compressor Kit on page 6-67for information regarding
the inflator kit materials and instructions.TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the
TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the
system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light
flashes for about one minute and then stays on for
the remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warning
message is also displayed. The low tire warning light
and DIC warning message come on at each ignition
cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the
conditions that can cause the malfunction light and DIC
message to come on are:
•One of the road tires has been replaced with the
spare tire. The spare tire does not have a TPMS
sensor. The TPMS malfunction light and DIC
message should go off once you re-install the road
tire containing the TPMS sensor.
•The TPMS sensor matching process was started
but not completed or not completed successfully
after rotating the vehicle’s tires. The DIC message
and TPMS malfunction light should go off once
the TPMS sensor matching process is performed
successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching Process”
later in this section.
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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 6-57.
Scheduled Maintenance
When the Change Oil Soon Message
Displays
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-17.An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Oil Soon 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 6-20.When the Change Oil Soon 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 Soon message has displayed or since the last
service.
MaintenanceI
•Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-17.An Emission Control Service.
•Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-25.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-32.
•Tire inflation check. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-51.
•Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-57.
•Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 6-57.
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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 6-17.
Engine
Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-25.
Hydraulic
Brake SystemDOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 88862806, in
Canada 88862807).
Windshield
WasherOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic
Power
Steering
System
(if equipped)GM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
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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Dinghy Towing................................................5-25
Disarming the System.....................................3-16
Disc, MP3......................................................4-61
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 6-4
Dolly Towing..................................................5-26
Dome Lamps .................................................4-13
Door
Ajar Reminder.............................................. 3-8
Delayed Locking........................................... 3-9
Locks.......................................................... 3-8
Power Locks................................................ 3-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 3-9
Rear Door Security Locks.............................3-10
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................4-39
DIC Operation and Displays..........................4-40
DIC Vehicle Personalization..........................4-46
DIC Warnings and Messages........................4-42
Driver Shift Control.........................................1-14
Driver Shift Control (DSC)................................3-24
Driving
At Night.....................................................5-12
Before a Long Trip......................................5-14
Defensive..................................................... 5-2
Drunk.......................................................... 5-2
Highway Hypnosis.......................................5-14
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................5-15
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................5-13Driving (cont.)
Loss of Control...........................................5-11
Off-Road Recovery......................................5-11
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................5-18
Winter........................................................5-16
Driving for Better Fuel Economy.......................1-23
Driving on Grades...........................................5-32
Driving on Snow or Ice....................................5-16
Driving with a Trailer.......................................5-31
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones..........4-77
E
E85 Fuel......................................................... 6-8
EDR .............................................................8-15
Ejecting a CD................................................4-58
Electric Power Steering..................................... 5-9
Electrical Equipment, Add-On............................6-96
Electrical System
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................6-100
Fuses........................................................6-97
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................6-97
Power Windows and Other Power Options......6-97
Rear Compartment Fuse Block....................6-102
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................6-96
Electronic Immobilizer
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................3-17
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When the Change Oil Soon Message Displays..... 7-3
When to Add Engine Oil..................................6-18
When to Change Engine Oil.............................6-20
When to Check..............................................6-52
When to Check Power Steering Fluid................6-31
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.....6-21
Where to Put the Child Restraint.......................2-42
Why Safety Belts Work....................................2-13
Window Lockout.............................................3-15
Windows.......................................................3-13
Power ........................................................3-14
Windshield
Washer........................................................ 4-6
Washer Fluid..............................................6-32
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................6-44
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................6-93
Wiper Fuses...............................................6-96
Wipers......................................................... 4-5
Winter Driving................................................5-16X
XM Radio Messages.......................................4-67
XM Satellite Radio Service...............................4-57
XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna.....................................................4-84
XM™ Satellite Radio Service............................4-83
Y
Your Responsibility..........................................1-25
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