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The engine oil and filter must be
changed at least once a year and
the oil life system must be reset.
Your trained dealer technician can
perform this work. If the engine oil
life system is reset accidentally,
service the vehicle within 5 000 km/
3,000 mi since the last service.
Reset the oil life system when the
oil is changed. SeeEngine Oil Life
System 0244.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation 0280.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system. See Engine
Oil 0241 andEngine Oil Life
System 0244. .
Check engine coolant level. See
Engine Coolant 0247.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0253.
. Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care 0304. Replace worn or
damaged wiper blades. See
Wiper Blade
Replacement 0257.
. Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0275.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0280.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/
Filter 0245.
. Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0304. .
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See Exterior Care 0304.
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 064.
. Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
. Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.
. Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0304.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0256.
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Normal12 000 km/7,500 mi
24 000 km/15,000 mi
36 000 km/22,500 mi
48 000 km/30,000 mi
60 000 km/37,500 mi
72 000 km/45,000 mi
84 000 km/52,500 mi
96 000 km/60,000 mi
108 000 km/67,500 mi
120 000 km/75,000 mi
132 000 km/82,500 mi
144 000 km/90,000 mi
156 000 km/97,500 mi
168 000 km/105,000 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi
192 000 km/120,000 mi
204 000 km/127,500 mi
216 000 km/135,000 mi
228 000 km/142,500 mi
240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage.
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1)@ @@@@@
Inspect evaporative control system. (2)@ @@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3)@@@
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.@
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with
AWD. (4)@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6)@
Replace brake fluid. (7)
Footnotes—Maintenance
Schedule Additional Required
Services - Normal
(1) Or every two years, whichever
comes first. More frequent
passenger compartment air filter
replacement may be needed if
driving in areas with heavy traffic,
poor air quality, high dust levels, or environmental allergens.
Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if
there is reduced airflow, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
can help determine when to replace
the filter.
(2)
Visually check all fuel and vapor
lines and hoses for proper
attachment, connection, routing, and
condition.
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe12 000 km/7,500 mi
24 000 km/15,000 mi
36 000 km/22,500 mi
48 000 km/30,000 mi
60 000 km/37,500 mi
72 000 km/45,000 mi
84 000 km/52,500 mi
96 000 km/60,000 mi
108 000 km/67,500 mi
120 000 km/75,000 mi
132 000 km/82,500 mi
144 000 km/90,000 mi
156 000 km/97,500 mi
168 000 km/105,000 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi
192 000 km/120,000 mi
204 000 km/127,500 mi
216 000 km/135,000 mi
228 000 km/142,500 mi
240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage.
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1)@ @@@@@
Inspect evaporative control system. (2)@ @@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3)@@@
Change automatic transmission fluid.@@@
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with
AWD. (4)@@@
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6)@
Replace brake fluid. (7)
Footnotes—Maintenance
Schedule Additional Required
Services - Severe
(1) Or every two years, whichever
comes first. More frequent
passenger compartment air filter
replacement may be needed if
driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air quality, high dust levels,
or environmental allergens.
Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if
there is reduced airflow, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
can help determine when to replace
the filter.
(2)
Visually check all fuel and vapor
lines and hoses for proper
attachment, connection, routing, and
condition.
(3) Or every four years, whichever
comes first. If driving in dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each
oil change or more often as needed.
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Battery
The 12-volt battery supplies power
to start the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
.To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a
battery with full cranking power.
. Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts
. Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or
replacement when necessary.
Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving. .
Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0324 for GM approved
fluids.
. Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill.
. Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.
Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.
Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
. With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
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328 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0324 for more information.
Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under thehood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System 11.3 L 11.9 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 5.7 L 6.0 qt
Fuel Tank 83.3 L 22.0 gal
Transfer Case Fluid 1.0 L 1.0 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y140 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
3.6L V6 Engine DAutomatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
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OnStar 345
.Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi®
hotspot name or SSID and
password, if equipped.
Press
Qto connect to an
Advisor to:
. Verify account information or
update contact information.
. Get driving directions.
. Receive a Diagnostic check of
the vehicle's key operating
systems.
. Receive Roadside Assistance.
. Manage Wi-Fi Settings,
if equipped.
Press
>to get a priority connection
to an OnStar Advisor available 24/
7 to:
. Get help for an emergency.
. Be a Good Samaritan or
respond to an AMBER Alert.
. Get assistance in severe
weather or other crisis situations
and find evacuation routes.
OnStar Services
Emergency
Emergency Services require an
active, OnStar service plan
(excludes Basic Plan). With
Automatic Crash Response, built-in
sensors can automatically alert a
specially trained OnStar Advisor
who is immediately connected in to
the vehicle to help.
Press
>for a priority connection to
an OnStar Advisor who can contact
emergency service providers, direct
them to your exact location, and
relay important information.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
trained Advisors are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
provide a central point of contact,
assistance, and information during a
crisis.
With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
can locate a nearby service provider
to help with a flat tire, a battery
jump, or an empty gas tank.
Security
If equipped, OnStar provides these
services:
. With Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
OnStar Advisors can use GPS to
pinpoint the vehicle and help
authorities quickly recover it.
. With Remote Ignition Block™,
if equipped, OnStar can block
the engine from being restarted.
. With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown
®,
if equipped, OnStar can work
with law enforcement to
gradually slow the vehicle down.
Theft Alarm Notification
If equipped, if the doors are locked
and the vehicle alarm sounds, a
notification by text, e-mail, or phone
call will be sent. If the vehicle is
stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
with authorities to recover the
vehicle.
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354 Index
IndexA
Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 235
Additional Information OnStar
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Agreements
Trademarks and License . . . . . 178
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 245
Air Conditioning . . . . . .179, 184, 185
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
How Does an AirbagRestrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 72
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Airbag System (cont'd)
What Will You See after an
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
When Should an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 67
Airbags Adding Equipment to theVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Passenger Status Indicator . . . .114
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Alert Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 221
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 210, 256
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Antenna Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 210 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
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Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Assistance Program,Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Audio Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 155
Audio Players CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Automatic Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Shift Lock Control FunctionCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
B
Battery
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Battery (cont'd)
Voltage and Charging
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Battery - North America . . . . 255, 297
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 257
Bluetooth
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . .118
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 199
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
High Intensity Discharge(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 259
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and
Stoplamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
California Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
California Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .237, 255, 297
Camera
Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Cargo
Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Management System . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . 98
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 115