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diagonal or bias ply construction;
and the letter B means belted-bias
ply construction.
(5) Rim Diameter
:Diameter of
the wheel in inches.
(6) Service Description
:These
characters represent the load
index and speed rating of the tire.
The load index represents the load
carrying capacity a tire is certified
to carry. The speed rating is the
maximum speed a tire is certified
to carry a load.
Tire Terminology and
Definitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward
on each square inch of the tire.
Air pressure is expressed in kPa
(kilopascal) or psi (pounds per
square inch).
Accessory Weight
:The combined
weight of optional accessories.
Some examples of optional accessories are automatic
transmission, power windows,
power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
:The relationship of
a tire's height to its width.
Belt
:A rubber coated layer of
cords between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead
:The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
:A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at
alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of the
tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
:The amount
of air pressure in a tire, measured
in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds
per square inch) before a tire has
built up heat from driving. See
Tire Pressure 0346. Curb Weight
:The weight of a
motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and
coolant, but without passengers
and cargo.
DOT Markings
:A code molded
into the sidewall of a tire
signifying that the tire is in
compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards. The DOT code includes
the Tire Identification Number
(TIN), an alphanumeric designator
which can also identify the tire
manufacturer, production plant,
brand, and date of production.
GVWR
:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits
0 197.
GAWR FRT
:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the front axle. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0197.
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vehicle. It may be very bumpy and
noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off
the road, if possible.
{Warning
Driving on a flat tire will cause
permanent damage to the tire.
Re-inflating a tire after it has been
driven on while severely
underinflated or flat may cause a
blowout and a serious crash. Never
attempt to re-inflate a tire that has
been driven on while severely
underinflated or flat. Have your
dealer or an authorized tire service
center repair or replace the flat tire
as soon as possible.
{Warning
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
it to do maintenance or repairs is
dangerous without the appropriate
safety equipment and training. If a
jack is provided with the vehicle, it(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
is designed only for changing a flat
tire. If it is used for anything else,
you or others could be badly injured
or killed if the vehicle slips off the
jack. If a jack is provided with the
vehicle, only use it for changing a
flat tire.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place, well off the road,
if possible. Turn on the hazard
warning flashers. See Hazard Warning
Flashers 0169.
{Warning
Changing a tire can be dangerous.
The vehicle can slip off the jack and
roll over or fall causing injury or
death. Find a level place to change
the tire. To help prevent the vehicle
from moving:
1. Set the parking brake firmly. (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
2. Put an automatictransmission in P (Park) or a
manual transmission in
1 (First) or R (Reverse).
3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle
is raised.
4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle.
5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on both sides of
the tire at the opposite corner
of the tire being changed.
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2),
use the following example as a guide
to assist in the placement of the
wheel blocks (1), if equipped.
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.Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
. Visually inspect halfshafts and
drive shafts for excessive wear,
lubricant leaks, and/or damage
including: tube dents or cracks,
constant velocity joint or universal
joint looseness, cracked or missing
boots, loose or missing boot
clamps, center bearing excessive
looseness, loose or missing
fasteners, and axle seals leaks.
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 082.
. 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 0372.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0318. .
Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check 0318.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for signs
of wear, cracks, or other damage.
Check the hold open ability of the
strut. If the hold open ability is
low, service the gas strut. See Gas
Strut(s) 0320.
. Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof060.
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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. (4.2L Engine
Only) (4)@@@@@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (Except 4.2L
Engine) (5)@ @@
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.
(Except 3.6L Engine)@ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. (3.6L
Engine Only)@
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.@@@
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with
AWD. (6)@@@
Change rear axle fluid.@@@
Change front axle fluid, if equipped with AWD.@@@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (7)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (8)@
Replace brake fluid. (9)
Replace windshield wiper blades. (10)
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts.@ @
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19352619, in Canada 19352620).
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
Engine Oil (Except 4.2L V8 Twin Turbo Engine) Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See
Engine Oil0299.
Engine Oil (4.2L V8 Twin Turbo Engine Only) Engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
ACDelco dexos2 is recommended. See
Engine Oil0299.
Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or
lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in Canada 19353127).
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Rear Axle (Except V-Series)/Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88863089, in Canada 88863090).
Rear Axle (V-Series) SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88862624, in
Canada 88862625).
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 19331044, in Canada 19331045).
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Engine Specifications
EngineVIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
2.0L L4 Engine KAutomatic0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–0.035 in)
3.0L V6 Engine 6Automatic 0.65–0.75 mm (0.26–0.030 in)
3.6L V6 Engine SAutomatic0.80–0.90 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
4.2L V8 Engine JAutomatic 0.74–0.75 mm (0.029–0.030 in)
Engine Drive Belt Routing
2.0L L4 Engine
3.0L V6 Engine3.6L V6 Engine
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INDEX 427
Assistance Systems for Parkingand Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Auto Stop Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . 175, 180
Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Vehicle Hold Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) . . . . 220
B
Battery
Exterior Lighting BatterySaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Battery - North America . . . . . .316, 367
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . 319
Brake Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
System Warning Light . . . . . . . 141, 142 Brake Pad Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Pad Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Braking System Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Bulb Replacement
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
California Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . .289, 316, 367, Back Cover
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . 397
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Carbon Monoxide (cont'd)
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Cargo
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . 2
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Charging Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . 97
Lower Anchors and Tethersfor Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108, 111
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376
Climate Control Systems Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175, 180