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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, if recommended for the vehicle, and
perform Required Services. Check engine oil level
and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter,
if needed. (1)@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2)@ @@@@@
Inspect evaporative control system. (3)@ @@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4)@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. (2.0L
LTG and 3.6L LF3 Turbo Engines)@ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. (3.6L
LGX and 6.2L LT4 Engines)@
Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with electronic
limited slip differential. (3.6L V6 Turbo LF3 and 6.2L
V8 LT4 Engines only)@@@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6)@
Replace brake fluid. (7)
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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, if recommended for the vehicle, and
perform Required Services. Check engine oil level
and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter,
if needed. (1)@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2)@ @@@@@
Inspect evaporative control system. (3)@ @@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4)@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
2.0L LTG and 3.6L LF3 Engines: Replace spark plugs.
Inspect spark plug wires.@ @
3.6L LFX Engine Only: Replace spark plugs. Inspect
spark plug wires.@
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.@@@
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with
AWD. (5)@@@
Change rear axle fluid.@@@
Change front axle fluid, if equipped with AWD.@@@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (6)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (7)@
Replace brake fluid. (8)
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON
®-HP Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19331925).
Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Electronic Limited Slip Differential (eLSD) Clutch System Lubricant (CTS-V Only) DEXRON
®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL
®Coolant. See
Engine Coolant 0264.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil0257.
Front Axle (AWD Only) SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88863089).
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch,
Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668) or lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818).
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood, and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241).
Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88862624).
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UsageFluid/Lubricant
Rear Axle (Non-Limited Slip Differential) SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88863089).
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 88861950). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) 20857930 A3178C
3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) 20857930 A3178C
3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 22844634 A3185C
6.2L V8 Engine (V-Series) 22935844 A3303C
Engine Oil Filter 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) 12640445 PF64
3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) 19330000 PF63E
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PartGM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 19330000PF63E
6.2L V8 Engine (V-Series) 12640445PF64
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023CF185
Spark Plugs 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) 1264782741-125
3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) 1264678041-130
3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 1264279141-118
6.2L V8 Engine (V-Series) 1264272241-128
Wiper Blades
Driver Side –60 cm (23.6 in) 23144358—
Passenger Side –45 cm (17.7 in) 23144359—
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TECHNICAL DATA 335
Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications . . . . 336
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . 338
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front
corner of the instrument panel, on the
driver side of the vehicle. It can be
seen through the windshield from
outside. The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) also appears on the
Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and certificates of title and
registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is the
engine code. This code identifies the
vehicle's engine, specifications, and
replacement parts. See “Engine
Specifications” underCapacities and
Specifications 0336 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Service Parts Identification
Label
This label, under the floor cover in the
trunk on the passenger side, has the
following information:
. Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).
. Model designation.
. Paint information.
. Production options and special
equipment.
Do not remove this label from the
vehicle.
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
0 331 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– Engine
2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) 8.8 L 9.3 qt
3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) 10 L 10.7 qt
3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 12.8 L 13.5 qt
6.2L V8 Engine (V-Series) 12.2 L 12.9 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) RWD 4.7 L5.0 qt
2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) AWD 5.7 L6.0 qt
3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) RWD (with oil cooler) 5.7 L6.0 qt
3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 6.6 L7.0 qt
6.2L V8 Engine (V-Series) 9.5 L10.0 qt
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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Fuel Tank 72 L 19 gal
Transfer Case –AWD 0.8 L 0.8 qt
Rear Axle (with limited slip) 1.2 L 1.3 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 Code Horsepower TorqueSpark Plug Gap
2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) X 203 kW@ 5500 rpm
(272 hp@5500 rpm) 400
Y @3000 rpm
(295 lb ft @ 3000 rpm) 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–
0.035 in)
3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) S 250 kW@ 6900 rpm
(335 hp@6900 rpm) 372
Y @4800 rpm
(275 lb ft @ 4800 rpm) 0.80–0.90 mm (0.031–
0.035 in)
3.6L V6 Engine (LF3) 8 477 kW@ 6400 rpm
(640 hp@ 6400 rpm) 864
Y @3600 rpm
(637 lb ft @ 3600 rpm) 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–
0.035 in)
6.2L V8 Engine
(V-Series) 6
485 kW@ 6400 rpm
(650 hp@ 6400 rpm) 861
Y @3600 rpm
(635 lb ft @ 3600 rpm) 0.725–0.875 mm (0.029–
0.034 in)