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too serious. Sometimes the engine
can get a little too hot when the
vehicle:
.Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
. Stops after high-speed driving.
. Idles for long periods in traffic.
If the overheat warning is displayed
with no sign of steam: 1. Turn the air conditioning off.
2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the
highest fan speed. Open the
windows as necessary.
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or
N (Neutral), and let the
engine idle.
If the engine coolant temperature
gauge is no longer in the overheat
zone, the vehicle can be driven.
Continue to drive the vehicle slowly
for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
distance from the vehicle in front.
If the warning does not come back
on, continue to drive normally and
have the cooling system checked
for proper fill and function. If the warning continues, pull over,
stop, and park the vehicle
right away.
If there is no sign of steam, idle the
engine for three minutes while
parked. If the warning is still
displayed, turn off the engine until it
cools down.
Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer fluid is
needed, be sure to read the
manufacturer's instructions before
use. If operating the vehicle in an
area where the temperature may fall
below freezing, use a fluid that has
sufficient protection against
freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Open the cap with the washer
symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
the tank is full. See
Engine
Compartment Overview 0233 for
reservoir location.
Caution
. Do not use washer fluid that
contains any type of water
repellent coating. This can
cause the wiper blades to
chatter or skip.
. Do not use engine coolant
(antifreeze) in the
windshield washer. It can
damage the windshield
washer system and paint.
. Do not mix water with
ready-to-use washer fluid.
Water can cause the
solution to freeze and
damage the washer fluid
tank and other parts of the
washer system.
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Tire Designations
Tire Size
The following is an example of a
typical passenger vehicle
tire size.
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:
The United States version of a
metric tire sizing system. The
letter P as the first character in
the tire size means a passenger
vehicle tire engineered to
standards set by the U.S. Tire
and Rim Association.
(2) Tire Width
:The three-digit
number indicates the tire section
width in millimeters from
sidewall to sidewall. (3) Aspect Ratio
:A two-digit
number that indicates the tire
height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in
item 3 of the illustration, it would
mean that the tire's sidewall is
60 percent as high as it is wide.
(4) Construction Code
:A letter
code is used to indicate the type
of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply
construction; the letter D means
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.
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Maintenance
Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0236.
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure
0 277.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection 0284.
. Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer Fluid
0 247.
Once a Year (Minimum)
. On vehicles with diesel engines,
it is recommended to drain the
diesel fuel filter of water when
the WATER IN FUEL -
CONTACT SERVICE message
displays or a minimum of once
a year.
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON DIC message displays, have
the engine oil and filter changed
within the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
If driven under the best conditions,
the engine oil life system may not
indicate the need for vehicle service
for up to a year. The engine oil and
filter must be changed at least once
a year and the oil life system must
be reset. Your trained dealer
technician can perform this work.
If the engine oil life system is reset
accidentally, service the vehicle
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the
last service. Reset the oil life
system when the oil is changed.
See Engine Oil Life System 0239.
Air Conditioning Desiccant
(Replace Every Seven Years)
The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years.
This service requires replacement of
the desiccant to help the longevity
and efficient operation of the air
conditioning system. This service
can be complex. See your dealer.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation 0284.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil 0236 and
Engine Oil Life System 0239.
. Check engine coolant level. See
Cooling System 0242.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0247.
. Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0277.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0284.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
If driving in dusty conditions,
inspect the filter at each oil
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UsageFluid/Lubricant
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or equivalent.
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 13367308 A3202C
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 39030321 A3220C
Engine Oil Filter 1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 12640445 PF64
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 55588497 PF2264G
Fuel Filter 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 23304096 TP1015
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0333.
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 1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 6.1 L 6.4 qt
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 6.7 L 7.0 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 1.4L L4 Gas Engine (LE2) 4.0 L 4.2 qt
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) 5.0 L 5.3 qt
Fuel Tank Base Diesel 51.3 L 13.5 gal
Base Gasoline 51.7 L 13.7 gal
LS Trim 45.6 L 12.0 gal
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IndexA
Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 226
Additional Information OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 241
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . 151, 153
Air Filter, Passenger
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Airbag System
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
How Does an AirbagRestrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 79
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
When Should an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 75 Airbags
Adding Equipment to the
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Passenger Status Indicator . . . 123
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Alert
Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 209
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 193 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Assistance Program, Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Assistance Systems for Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 201
Auto Stop Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
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Cleaning (cont'd)Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 151 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . 217
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 348
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 293
Connected Services
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363
Connections Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . 364
Control Traction and Electronic
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Coolant Engine Temperature Gauge . . 121 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151, 153
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Courtesy Transportation
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Cover Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 344 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Text Telephone (TTY)Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Customer Information Publications Ordering
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
D
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 348
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 2
Data CollectionInfotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 354
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 353 Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Diagnostics Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . 366
Diesel Exhaust Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Diesel Particulate Filter . . . . . . . . . 182
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 340
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 200
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132, 135
Driving Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 203
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 27
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 163
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 165