Chevrolet Camaro High Performance Owner Manual Supplemen (GMNA-
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Driving and Operating 15
Caution (Continued)
level at or near the upper mark
that shows the proper operating
range on the engine oil dipstick.
LS/LT 1LE, SS 1LE, and ZL1
Change the engine oil to 0W-40 or
5W-40 that meets the dexos2
specification. If this oil is not
available, the following oils can be
used as an alternative: Valvoline
SYNPOWER MST 5W-40 or
Mobil 1 15W-50. If 15W-50 is used,
the engine oil must be changed
after the track event.
For LS/LT 1LE, add 0.9 L (1.0 qt) of
oil over the nominal fill level for a
track event. After the competitive
driving, remove the excess oil so
that the level on the dipstick is not
above the upper mark that shows
the proper operating range. During track usage, do not follow
the Engine Oil Life System status.
Change the engine oil after four
hours of accumulative track usage.
If 15W-50 oil is used, it must be
changed back to the engine oil
listed in the
“Engine Oil” section of
the owner ’s manual.
ZL1 1LE Only
Change the engine oil to Mobil
1 15W-50. Change the engine oil
after four hours of accumulative
track usage. After track usage, the
oil must be changed back to the
engine oil listed in the “Engine Oil”
section of the owner ’s manual.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
The Camaro ZL1 has a 10-speed
automatic transmission. Have the
transmission fluid set to the track
specific oil level prior to track use.
Transmission fluid should be
changed after every 15 hours of
track use. Any transmission level
set or change should be performed
at your dealer.
Tire Pressures
Tire pressure specifications are
listed in psi (kPa). Limit the vehicle
weight to a maximum of the driver
and one passenger, with no
additional cargo.
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36 Vehicle Care
1. Windshield Washer FluidReservoir.
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap.
3. Engine Oil Dipstick.
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap.
5. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir.
6. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.
7. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View).
8. Engine Compartment Fuse Block.
9. Negative (–) Battery Terminal.
10. Positive (+) Battery Terminal.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the
engine compartment on the driver
side of the vehicle.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
For intervals on changing and
inspecting the engine air filter, see
“Maintenance Schedule” in the
owner ’s manual.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Do not start the engine or have the
engine running with the engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before
removing the engine air cleaner/
filter, make sure that the engine air
cleaner/filter housing and nearby
components are free of dirt and
debris. Remove the engine air
cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
from the vehicle), to release loose
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
cleaner/filter for damage, and
replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter or
components with water or
compressed air. To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Remove the five screws and lift
the cover assembly. Use
caution not to drop any of the
loose screws.
2. Inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter.
3. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the housing cover.
