2022 CHEVROLET CAMARO transmission oil

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Instruments and Controls 85
Pressoto access the cluster applications.
Use
worxto scroll through the list of
applications. Press SEL to select the
application from the list.
.Info. This is where you can view the
Driver Information Center (DIC) displays.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 099.
.Performance (Uplevel Cluster)
.Audio (If Equipped)
.Phone (If Equipped)
.Navigation (If Equipped)
.Options
Performance (Uplevel Cluster)
Press SEL to enter the Performance menu.
Use
worxto scroll through the available
items.
Friction Bubble : A four quadrant visual
display, indicative of the four corners of the
car, with a “bubble”showing where the
most inertia is being exerted on the vehicle.
Performance Timer : Press
pwhen
Performance Timer is displayed to enter the
menu. Use
worxto select an interval.
Press SEL to save it. On the next acceleration, the performance time will
record the time. To reset the timer,
highlight Reset and press SEL.
G-Force :
Gives the driver an indication of
the vehicle performance in cornering. The
G-force is displayed in the center of the DIC
as a numerical value.
Lap Timer : Use to start, stop, or reset the
lap timer. A stopwatch icon will be
displayed when the lap timer is active. Press
SEL while the Lap Timer page is active to
start the timer. If the lap timer is active,
pressing SEL on any page will stop the
current lap timer and start a new lap. Also,
pressing and holding SEL on any page will
stop the lap timer.
Oil Temperature : Shows the current oil
temperature in either degrees Celsius (°C) or
degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Oil Pressure : Shows the current oil pressure
in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per
square inch (psi).
Battery Voltage : Displays the current
battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage
changes are normal while driving. Transmission Fluid Temperature :
Shows the
temperature of the transmission fluid in
either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees
Fahrenheit (°F).
Tire Temperature : If equipped, displays tire
temperature status. Unknown may display if
information is unavailable.
Tire temperature states:
.Cold —Drive with caution as tire
performance may be degraded.
.Cool —Drive with caution as tire
performance may be degraded.
.Normal —Tires are at normal driving
temperature.
.Warm —Tires are ready for aggressive
driving.
.Overheated —Tire temperature may be
higher than optimal.
Audio
If equipped, while the audio app is open,
use
worxto change the radio station or
seek to the next or previous track,
depending on the current audio source.
Press
pto enter the Audio menu. In the
Audio menu browse for music, select from
the favorites, or change the audio source.

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Battery Voltage :Displays the current
battery voltage. The battery voltage can
fluctuate while viewing this information on
the DIC. This is normal.
Speed Limit (Uplevel Cluster) : Displays sign
information, which comes from a roadway
database in the onboard navigation.
Oil Temperature (Base Cluster) : Shows the
current oil temperature in either degrees
Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). This
display is available in the Performance app
on the uplevel cluster.
Oil Pressure (Base Cluster) : Shows the
current oil pressure in either kilopascal (kPa)
or in pounds per square inch (psi). This
display is available in the Performance app
on the uplevel cluster.
Performance Timer (Base Cluster) : Press
p
when Performance Timer is displayed to
enter the menu. Press
pwhile Set Start
Speed is highlighted then use
worxto
enter the start speed. Press SEL to save it.
Press
pwhile Set End Speed is highlighted
then use
worxto enter the end speed. Press SEL to save it. After the start and end
speeds have been entered, press
oto set
the Sport display to the set speeds and the
performance timer is ready to use. On the
next acceleration, the performance time will
record the time. To reset the timer,
highlight Reset on the performance timer
menu and press SEL. This display is available
in the Performance app on the uplevel
cluster.
Lap Timer (Base Cluster) : Use to start, stop,
or reset the lap timer. A stopwatch icon will
be displayed when the lap timer is active.
Press SEL while the Lap Timer page is active
to start the timer. If the lamp timer is
active, pressing SEL on any page will stop
the current lap timer and start a new lap.
Also, pressing and holding SEL on any page
will stop the lap timer. This display is
available in the Performance app on the
uplevel cluster.
G-Force (Base Cluster) : Gives the driver an
indication of the vehicle performance in
cornering. The G-force is displayed in the
center of the DIC as a numerical value. This
display is available in the Performance app
on the uplevel cluster. Transmission Fluid Temperature (Base
Cluster) :
Shows the temperature of the
transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius (°
C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). This display is
available in the Performance app on the
uplevel cluster.
Blank : Shows no information.
Head-Up Display (HUD)
{Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or too
high in your field of view, it may take
you more time to see things you need to
see when it is dark outside. Be sure to
keep the HUD image dim and placed low
in your field of view.
If equipped with HUD, some information
concerning the operation of the vehicle is
projected onto the windshield.
The HUD information appears as an image
focused out toward the front of the vehicle.

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Driving and Operating 189
3.6L (LGX) V6 Engine
Change the engine oil to 0W-40 or 5W-40
that meets the dexos2 specification. If this
oil is not available, the following oil can be
used as an alternative: Valvoline SYNPOWER
MST 5W-40.
For LS/LT 1LE, add 0.9 L (1.0 qt) of oil over
the nominal fill level for a track event. After
the competitive driving, remove the excess
oil so that the level on the dipstick is not
above the upper mark that shows the
proper operating range.
During track usage, do not follow the Engine
Oil Life System status. Change the engine oil
after four hours of accumulative track usage.
Fuel
Use premium unleaded gasoline with a
posted octane rating of 93 at a track event.
Unleaded gasoline with a posted octane
rating of 91 may be used, but performance
will be degraded.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Have the transmission fluid set to the track
specific oil level prior to track usage.
Transmission fluid should be changed afterevery 15 hours of track usage. Any
transmission level set or change should be
performed at your dealer.
Manual Transmission Fluid
Manual transmission fluid should be
changed after every 15 hours of track usage.
Rear Axle Fluid
Axles must have 2 400 km (1,500 mi) before
being used in track driving.
The rear axle fluid temperatures may be
higher than when driving in severe
conditions. Drain and refill with new fluid
after the first racing or competitive driving
event, and then after every 24 hours of
racing or competitive driving. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
0318.
Caution
During a first time track or racing event,
high rear axle temperatures can occur.
Damage could be caused to the rear axle
and would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not drive as long or as fast
the first time the vehicle is driven on the
track or raced.
Brake Fluid
For track events or competitive driving, it is
recommended that the brake fluid be
replaced with a high performance brake fluid
that has a dry boiling point greater than
279 °C (534 °F). After conversion to the high
performance brake fluid, follow the brake
fluid service recommendations outlined by
the fluid manufacturer. Do not use silicone
or DOT-5 brake fluids.
Brake Burnishing
To prepare the Camaro brake systems for
track events and racing, complete the
appropriate high performance brake
burnishing procedure described below.
New brake pads must be burnished before
racing or competitive driving.
Caution
These procedures are specific to the
Camaro SS, or LT with Y4Q Heavy Duty
Cooling System that is equipped with J55
brakes. This procedure should not be run
on other Camaro models as damage may
result.

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202 Driving and Operating
{Warning
Things inside the vehicle can strike
and injure people in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash.
.Put things in the cargo area of the
vehicle. In the cargo area, put
them as far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
.Never stack heavier things, like
suitcases, inside the vehicle so
that some of them are above the
tops of the seats.
.Do not leave an unsecured child
restraint in the vehicle.
.Secure loose items in the vehicle.
.Do not leave a seat folded down
unless needed.
Starting and Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
Follow these recommended guidelines
during the first 2 414 km (1,500 mi) of
driving this vehicle. Parts have a break-in
period and performance will be better in
the long run.
.Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt
stops.
.Do not exceed 4000 engine rpm.
.Avoid driving at any one constant
speed, fast or slow.
.Do not drive above
129 km/h (80 mph).
.Avoid downshifting to brake or slow
the vehicle when the engine speed
will exceed 4000 rpm.
.Do not let the engine labor. Never lug
the engine in high gear at low speeds.
With a manual transmission, shift to
the next lower gear. This rule applies
at all times, not just during the
break-in period.
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
.Do not participate in racing events,
sport driving schools, or similar
activities during this break-in period.
.Check engine oil with every refueling
and add if necessary. Oil and fuel
consumption may be higher than
normal during the first
2 414 km (1,500 mi).
.To break in new tires, drive at
moderate speeds and avoid hard
cornering for the first 322 km (200 mi).
New tires do not have maximum
traction and may tend to slip.
.New brake linings also need a break-in
period. Avoid making hard stops
during the first 322 km (200 mi). This
is recommended every time brake
linings are replaced.
.Should the vehicle be used for racing
or competitive driving (after break-in),
the rear axle lubricant must be
replaced beforehand.
See Track Events and Competitive Driving
0 188.

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Driving and Operating 205
Hold the clutch pedal down to the floor,
press the brake pedal, then press ENGINE
START/STOP.
If there is no RKE transmitter in the
vehicle or if there is something causing
interference with it, the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will display a
message.
2. When the engine begins cranking, let go of the button and the engine cranks
automatically until it starts. If the
battery in the RKE transmitter is weak,
the DIC will display a message. The
vehicle can still be driven.
See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” underRemote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 07
. If the RKE transmitter battery is dead,
insert it into the rear cupholder to
enable engine starting.
3. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and
transmission gently until the oil warms
up and lubricates all moving parts.
4. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is displayed, wait 15 seconds
before trying again to let the cranking
motor cool down. If the engine does not start after five to
10 seconds, especially in very cold
weather (below
−18 °C or 0 °F), it could
be flooded with too much gasoline. Try
pushing the accelerator pedal all the way
to the floor while cranking for up to
15 seconds maximum. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow
the cranking motor to cool down. When
the engine starts, let go of the
accelerator. If the vehicle starts briefly
but then stops again, repeat these steps.
This clears the extra gasoline from the
engine.
Caution
Cranking the engine for long periods of
time, by returning the ignition to the
START position immediately after
cranking has ended, can overheat and
damage the cranking motor, and drain
the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
between each try, to let the cranking
motor cool down.
Stopping the Engine
If the vehicle has an automatic transmission,
move the shift lever to P (Park) and press
and hold ENGINE START/STOP on the instrument panel, until the engine shuts off.
If the shift lever is not in P (Park), the
engine shuts off and the ignition goes to
ACC/ACCESSORY. The DIC displays SHIFT TO
PARK. Once the shift lever is moved to
P (Park), the vehicle turns off.
If the vehicle has a manual transmission,
before getting out of the vehicle, shift to
1 (First) or R (Reverse) and apply the parking
brake. Then turn off the ignition off by
pressing ENGINE START/STOP and release
the clutch pedal when the engine has
stopped.
If the RKE transmitter is not detected inside
the vehicle when it is turned off the DIC
displays a message.
Engine Heater
{Warning
Do not plug in the engine block heater
while the vehicle is parked in a garage or
under a carport. Property damage or
personal injury may result. Always park
the vehicle in a clear open area away
from buildings or structures.

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Vehicle Care
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . 239
California Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 240
Vehicle Checks
Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . 240
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . 242
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . 250
Manual Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Engine Air Filter Life System (2.0L LTG and 3.6L LGX Engines Only) . . . . . . . . . . 251
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control Function Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Back-Up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Electrical System
Electrical System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . 266
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 270
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Run-Flat Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . 276
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . 280
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . 281
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . 285
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . 287
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . 288
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 289
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . 291
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296

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250 Vehicle Care
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine oil is
changed so that the system can calculate
the next engine oil change. To reset the
system:1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 99.
2. Press and hold SEL on the DIC while the Oil Life display is active. The oil life will
change to 100%.
The oil life system can also be reset as
follows: 1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC with the engine off. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) 099.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.
The system is reset when the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
comes back on when the vehicle is started,
the engine oil life system has not been
reset. Repeat the procedure.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check Automatic Transmission
Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission
fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the
only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs,
take the vehicle to your dealer and have it
repaired as soon as possible.
The vehicle is not equipped with a
transmission fluid level dipstick. There is a
special procedure for checking and changing
the transmission fluid. Because this
procedure is difficult, this should be done at
the dealer. Contact the dealer for additional
information or the procedure can be found
in the service manual. To purchase a service
manual, see Publication Ordering
Information 0333.
Caution
Use of the incorrect automatic
transmission fluid may damage the
vehicle, and the damage may not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Always
use the correct automatic transmission
fluid. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0318. Change the fluid and filter at the intervals
listed in
Maintenance Schedule 0310, and
be sure to use the fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0318.
Manual Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the manual
transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid
leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a
leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer
and have it repaired as soon as possible. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0318
for the proper fluid to use.
Hydraulic Clutch
For vehicles with a manual transmission, it
is not necessary to regularly check brake/
clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected.
Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid
loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.
When to Check and What to Use

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Fuses UsageF56 –
F57 Engine control module/Ignition
F58 Transmission control module/
Ignition
F59 –
F60 Transmission control module
battery
F61 Non-walk/Vehicle
F62 Ignition coils –odd
F63 Non-walk/O2 sensor
F64 Ignition coils –even
F65 –
F66 Engine control module 1 Fuses Usage
F67 Engine control module 2
F68 Spare
F69 Spare F70 Spare F71 Spare
F72 Spare
F73 Spare
F74 Spare F75 Spare
F76 Spare F77 Spare
Relays Usage
K1 –
K2 Run/Crank
K3 –
K4 Vacuum pump K5 A/C control Relays
Usage
K6 Coolant pump K7 Engine control module
K8 Fuel prime
K9 –
K10 Starter