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ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 30
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 131
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 191
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 200
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 387
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 404
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 414
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430
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Technical Data 401
Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 403
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
0 402 for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label
There may be a label on the inside
of the glove box 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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402 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0397 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 16.8 L 17.8 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 7.6 L 8.0 qt
Fuel Tank Short Wheelbase 98.4 L 26.0 gal
Long Wheelbase 119.2 L 31.5 gal
Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 L 1.6 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 190Y 140 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.
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Technical Data 403
Engine Specifications
EngineVIN CodeSpark Plug Gap
5.3L V8 (L83) C0.95–1.10mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
6.2L V8 (L86) J0.95–1.10mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
Engine Drive Belt Routing