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(6)Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage; replace,
if needed.
(7) Replace brake fluid every five
years. See Brake Fluid 0352.
(8) Or every 12 months, whichever
comes first. See Wiper Blade
Replacement 0355.
(9) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. See Gas Strut(s)0356.
(10) Replace air conditioning
desiccant every seven years.
Special Application
Services
.Severe Commercial Use Vehicles
Only: Lubricate chassis components
every oil change.
.Have underbody flushing service
performed. See "Underbody
Maintenance" in Exterior Care0399.
Additional Maintenance
and Care
Your vehicle is an important
investment and caring for it properly
may help to avoid future costly
repairs. To maintain vehicle
performance, additional maintenance
services may be required.
It is recommended that your dealer
perform these services —their trained
dealer technicians know your vehicle
best. Your dealer can also perform a
thorough assessment with a
multi-point inspection to recommend
when your vehicle may need
attention.
The following list is intended to
explain the services and conditions to
look for that may indicate services are
required. Battery
The 12-volt battery supplies power to
start the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
.To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a battery
with full cranking power.
.Trained dealer technicians have the
diagnostic equipment to test the
battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts
.Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of cracking or
splitting.
.Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment to
inspect the belts and recommend
adjustment or replacement when
necessary.
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Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial
to safe driving.
.Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
.Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment to
inspect the brakes and recommend
quality parts engineered for the
vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved fluids
protect the vehicle’s systems and
components. See Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants 0420 for GM approved
fluids.
.Engine oil and windshield washer
fluid levels should be checked at
every fuel fill.
.Instrument cluster lights may come
on to indicate that fluids may be
low and need to be filled. Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should be
regularly inspected to ensure that
there are no cracks or leaks. With a
multi-point inspection, your dealer
can inspect the hoses and advise if
replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage. The
brake lamps need to be checked
periodically to ensure that they light
when braking.
.With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can check the lamps and
note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include steering
wheel vibration, bounce/sway while
braking, longer stopping distance,
or uneven tire wear.
.As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect the
shocks and struts for signs of
leaking, blown seals, or damage, and
can advise when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel, and
can reduce the risk of tire failure.
.Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord or
fabric showing through the rubber;
cracks or cuts in the tread or
sidewall; or a bulge or split in
the tire.
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name or specification, including fluids or lubricants not listed here, can be
obtained from your dealer.Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See
Cooling System 0343.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil0336.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch,
Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube. See your dealer.
Manual Transmission DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Rear Axle/Front Axle (All-Wheel Drive) See your dealer. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) See your dealer. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
I2.0L L4 Engine 84498926 A3245C
I3.0L V6 Engine (Driver Side) 84335354 A3235C
I3.0L V6 Engine (Passenger Side) 84335354 A3235C
I6.2L V8 Engine 84578064 A3247C
Engine Oil Filter I2.0L L4 Engine 55495105 PF66
I3.0L V6 Engine 12707246 PF63
I6.2L V8 Engine 12696048 PF64
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PartGM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
IAllergen 84987523
CF185
ICarbon 23195727
CF184
Spark Plugs I2.0L L4 Engine 55504354
41-103-IP
I3.0L V6 Engine 12650283
41-131
I6.2L V8 Engine 12642722
41-128
Wiper Blades IDriver Side –60 cm (23.62 in) 84566977
—
IPassenger Side –45 cm (17.72 in) 84574892
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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (V-Series
Blackwing Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424
Service Parts Identification . . . . . . 425
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications . . . . 426
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . 430
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 label 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” underCapacities and
Specifications 0426 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) (V-Series
Blackwing Only)
A serialized plate can be found at the
lower portion of the steering wheel.
The plate will correspond to the last
six digits in the VIN.
1. Vehicle Build:
2−Advanced Regular Production
3 −Advanced Special Production
4 −Regular Production
5 −Special Production
2. Transmission 6−6-speed Manual
1 −10-speed Automatic
3. Sequence Number
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
0 420 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.
Brake Fluid 0.4 L 0.4 qt
Engine Cooling System*
I2.0L L4 Engine 10.4 L 11.0 qt
I3.0L V6 Engine with Rear Wheel Drive 12.1 L 12.8 qt
I3.0L V6 Engine with All-Wheel Drive 12.3 L 13.0 qt
I3.0L V6 Engine Intercoolers (RWD) 3.1 L 3.3 qt
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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
I3.0L V6 Engine Intercoolers (AWD) 3.0 L
3.2 qt
I6.2L V8 Engine 13.1 L
13.8 qt
Engine Oil with Filter I2.0L L4 Engine 5.0 L
5.3 qt
I3.0L V6 Engine (RWD) 5.7 L
6.0 qt
I3.0L V6 Engine (AWD) 6.2 L
6.5 qt
I6.2L V8 Engine 8.5 L
9.0 qt
Front Axle 0.40 L0.42 qt