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ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 24
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 90
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 129
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 162
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 301
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 318
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 329
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 317
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”
under Capacities and Specifications
0 315 for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label
There may be a label on the on the
rear edge of the passenger side
front door that contains the following
information:
.
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
. Model designation
. Paint information
. Production options and special
equipment
If there is no label, there is a
barcode on the certification label on
the center (B) pillar to scan for this
same information.
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for more information.
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0310 for more information.
Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under thehood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System without Rear Heat
4.3L V6 10.1 L 10.7 qt
6.0L V8 13.1 L 13.8 qt
Cooling System with Rear Heat
4.3L V6 12.4 L 13.1 qt
6.0L V8 16.1 L 17.0 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 5.7 L 6.0 qt
Fuel Tank Cutaway (Optional Tank)* 215.7 L 57.0 gal
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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Cutaway (Standard Tank) 124.9 L 33.0 gal
Passenger and Cargo 117.3 L 31.0 gal
* 4 039 mm (159 in) wheelbase or 4 496 mm (177 in) wheelbase only
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
4.3L V6 (LV1) PAutomatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
6.0L V8 (L96) GAutomatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
6.0L V8 (LC8) (Capable of
Being Upfit for Gaseous Fuel) B
Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
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Technical Data 317
Engine Drive Belt Routing
4.3L V6 Engine (LV1)
6.0L V8 Engine (L96/LC8)
If equipped with a diesel engine,
see the Duramax diesel
supplement.