2007 Chevrolet Malibu Owners Manual

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Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle’s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inﬂation pressure. See “Tire and Loading Information Label” under Loading Your Vehicle on page 322. 406 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inﬂation or over-inﬂation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inﬂation), you can get the following: (cid:127) Too much ﬂexing (cid:127) Too much heat (cid:127) Tire overloading (cid:127) Premature or irregular wear (cid:127) Poor handling (cid:127) Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air (over-inﬂation), you can get the following: (cid:127) Unusual wear (cid:127) Poor handling (cid:127) Rough ride (cid:127) Needless damage from road hazards A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they are cold. The recommended cold tire inﬂation pressure, shown on the label, is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle’s maximum load carrying capacity. For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry, and an example of the Tire and Loading Information label, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 322. How you load your vehicle affects vehicle handling and ride comfort. Never load your vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the compact spare tire, it should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). For additional information regarding the compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on page 435. 407 How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they are under-inﬂated. Check the tire’s inﬂation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gage ﬁrmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement. If the cold tire inﬂation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the inﬂation pressure is low, add air until you reach the recommended amount. If you overﬁll the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check the tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. High-Speed Operation {CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inﬂation pressure adjustment for high speed operation. When speed limits and road conditions are such that a vehicle can be driven at high speeds, make sure the tires are rated for high speed operation, in excellent condition, and set to the correct cold tire inﬂation pressure for the vehicle load. Set the cold tire inﬂation pressure to 35 psi (241 kPa) for the front and rear tires, when operating your vehicle at high-speed conditions. 408 When you end high-speed driving return the tires to the cold inﬂation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 407. Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 410 and Wheel Replacement on page 415 for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The ﬁrst rotation is the most important. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 460. When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Do not include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. 409 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 455. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 418. 410 You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: (cid:127) You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. (cid:127) You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. (cid:127) The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. (cid:127) The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. (cid:127) The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating. This way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety, during normal use, as the original tires. 411 GM’s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical speciﬁcations that impact the overall performance of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM’s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire’s sidewall by the tire manufacturer. If the tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 400 for additional information. {CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands, or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes, CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) brands, or types may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the correct size, brand, and type of tires on all wheels. It is all right to drive with your compact spare temporarily, as it was developed for use on your vehicle. See Compact Spare Tire on page 435. {CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim ﬂanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. 412 If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires. Your vehicle’s original equipment tires are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label. This label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322, for more information about the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle. Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control, the performance of these systems can be affected. {CAUTION: If you add different sized wheels, your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected. You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use GM speciﬁc wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certiﬁed technician. See Buying New Tires on page 411 and Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 342 for additional information. 413 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver, or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. 414 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart signiﬁcantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction – AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speciﬁed government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inﬂated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinﬂation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other, the alignment may need to be checked. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. 415 If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle. {CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 418 for more information. Used Replacement Wheels {CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. 416 Tire Chains {CAUTION: If your vehicle has P215/60R16, P225/50R17, or P225/50R18 size tires, do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) manufacturer’s instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do not spin your vehicle’s wheels. If you do ﬁnd traction devices that will ﬁt, install them on the front tires. If your vehicle has P205/65R15 size Notice: tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class S-type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle. 417 If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the ﬂat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel ﬁrmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you would use in a skid. In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. 418 {CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle 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. Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a ﬂat tire. If a tire goes ﬂat, the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a ﬂat tire safely. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your vehicle’s hazard warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 170 for more information. {CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake ﬁrmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. When your vehicle has a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks. The following information will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire. 419 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is in the trunk or cargo area. 1. Open the trunk for sedan models. See Trunk (Sedan) on page 112 for more information. For MAXX models, open the liftgate. See Liftgate (MAXX) on page 113. 2. For the sedan, lift the handle on the spare tire cover. The handle may hook on the trunk front edge weatherstrip to hold the cover out of the way. For the MAXX, lift the handle to release the latch on the spare tire cover. 3. For the MAXX, lift and remove the cover. 420 4. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 435 for more information. 5. Remove the wing nut holding the jack in place. 6. Remove the extension bolt (MAXX models and Sedan SS only) that is clipped to the jack. You will need this later to store the ﬂat tire. 7. Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk or cargo area. Tire Changing Tools Sedan shown, MAXX Models and Sedan SS similar The tools you will be using include the wheel wrench (A) and jack (B). The MAXX and all SS models include an additional extension. 1. Turn the plastic wing nut counterclockwise to loosen wheel wrench. 2. Unhook the wheel wrench from the jack. 421 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap that has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen the plastic nut caps. You might need to use the wheel wrench to loosen them. Do not pry off wheel covers or center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps. 2. Remove the wheel cover or center cap from the wheel to locate the wheel nuts. If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap without plastic wheel nut caps, gently pry on the edge of the plastic wheel trim to remove it from the wheel to locate the wheel nuts. 3. Extend the handle on the wheel wrench by pressing the button with your index ﬁnger and pulling on the end of the wrench. You must do this before using the wheel wrench. 422 3. Use the wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. 4. It is recommended that you do a safety check before preceding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 418 for more information. 5. Position the lift head at the jack location nearest the ﬂat tire. Make sure all of the jack lift head is touching the jacking ﬂange under the body. Do not place the jack under a body panel. The lower body panel has an arrow to aid in locating the jacking location. 423 6. Put the compact spare tire near the ﬂat tire being changed. {CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. {CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 424 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to ﬁt. 8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. CAUTION: (Continued) 9. Remove the ﬂat tire. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, CAUTION: (Continued) remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 425 11. Install the compact spare tire. {CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 12. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand or with the wrench until the wheel is held against the hub. 426 13. Lower the vehicle by turning the wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. {CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 455 for wheel nut torque speciﬁcation. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can Notice: lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 455 for the wheel nut torque speciﬁcation. 14. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown, with the wheel wrench. Notice: Wheel covers will not ﬁt on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare. Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It will not ﬁt. Store the wheel cover and wheel nut caps in the trunk until you have the ﬂat tire repaired or replaced. 427 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Sedan) Storing a Flat Tire and Tools {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 428 To store the ﬂat tire and tools in the compact spare tire compartment, do the following: A. Cover B. Wing Nut C. Jack and Wheel D. Flat Tire (Valve Stem down) E. Bolt Wrench 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk (Sedan) on page 112 for more information. 2. Remove the center cap from the wheel. 3. Place the tire (D) in the compartment, valve stem up, with the bolt (E) extending through the wheel center hole. 4. Place the jack and wheel wrench (D) over the bolt (E), inside the wheel. 5. Secure by tightening the larger wing nut (B) onto the bolt (E). 6. Reinstall the tire cover (A). Storing the Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram. A. Cover B. Retainer C. Spare Tire D. Wing Nut E. Jack and Wheel Wrench F. Bolt The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire on page 435. 429 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (Sedan SS) {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Storing the Flat Tire and Tools To store the ﬂat tire and jack in the compact spare tire compartment, do the following: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk (Sedan) on page 112 for more information. 2. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow sleeve) from the jack and remove the center cap from the wheel. 430 3. Place the jack over the bolt (B) on the ﬂoor, making sure it contacts the bolt as shown. 4. With the yellow cap in place to prevent the wheel from being scratched, place the bolt extension (A) onto the bolt (B). 5. Thread the small wing nut (C) until it is at or near the end of the threads. 6. Place the ﬂat tire in the compartment, valve stem up. 7. Reach under the wheel and lift the bolt extension (A) so that the threaded end of the bolt passes through the center hole of the wheel. 8. Remove the yellow cap. 9. Secure the tire and wheel with the retainer. 10. Re-install the cover. A. Cover B. Retainer C. Flat Tire D. Wing Nut E. Bolt Extension F. Jack and Wheel Wrench G. Bolt 431 Storing the Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools (All MAXX Models) {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. A. Cover B. Retainer C. Flat Tire D. Wing Nut E. Jack, Wheel Wrench and Bolt Extension F. Bolt The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire on page 435. 432 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools To store the ﬂat tire and jack in the compact spare tire compartment, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (MAXX) on page 113 for more information. 2. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow sleeve) from the jack and remove the center cap from the wheel. 3. Place the jack over the bolt (B) on the ﬂoor, making sure it contacts the bolt as shown. 4. Install the bracket (D) and then the bolt extension (A). 5. Secure the jack, bracket and bolt extension with the wing nut (C) provided. 6. With the valve stem up, place the tire on the compartment ﬂoor with the rear of the tire beneath the trim panel (tire may not lay completely ﬂat). 7. Make sure the bolt extension (A) passes through the wheel center. 8. Remove the plug from the center hole of the ﬂoor cover by pressing on the tabs on the bottom of the cover. 9. Remove the yellow cap from the bolt extension. 10. Fold the rear ﬂap of the cover up and place the cover on top of the wheel. The extension will come through the center hole in the cover. 11. Secure the tire and wheel with the retainer. 433 Storing the Compact Spare Tire and Tools The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Store the compact spare tire and tools as shown in the following diagram. A. Retainer B. Cover C. Flat Tire (Valve Stem Up) D. Nut E. Bolt Extension F. Bracket G. Jack and Wheel Wrench H. Bolt 434 A. Cover B. Retainer C. Spare Tire D. Wing Nut E. Bracket F. Jack, Wheel Wrench and Bolt Extension G. Bolt The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire on page 435. Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inﬂation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inﬂated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can ﬁnish your trip and have the full-size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience. Of course, it is best to replace the spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again. Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles. And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not ﬁt. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together. Notice: Tire chains will not ﬁt your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains on your compact spare. 435 Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from your upholstery. It is important to keep your upholstery from becoming and remaining heavily soiled. Soils should be removed as quickly as possible. Your vehicle’s interior may experience extremes of heat that could cause stains to set rapidly. Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle’s interior. If you use abrasive cleaners when When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners speciﬁcally designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth. Notice: cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratch the glass and/or cause damage to the integrated radio antenna and the rear window defogger. When cleaning the glass on your vehicle, use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner. Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in your vehicle’s breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle’s interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle’s doors and windows. Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles. 436 Your dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass. Should it become necessary, you can also obtain a product from your dealer to remove odors from your vehicle’s upholstery. Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: (cid:127) Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. (cid:127) Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage to your vehicle’s interior surfaces. (cid:127) Never apply heavy pressure or rub aggressively with a cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage your interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal. (cid:127) Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. (cid:127) Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning. (cid:127) Damage to your vehicle’s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc. Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on ﬂoor carpet and carpeted ﬂoor mats. For soils, always try to remove them ﬁrst with plain water or club soda. Before cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques: (cid:127) For liquids: gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel. Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed. (cid:127) For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. 437 Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of your leather and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Never use shoe polish on your leather. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. 4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean. 5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water. If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst. If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result, clean the entire surface. After the cleaning process has been completed, a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet. 438 Ultra Lux Suede Cleaning Ultra Lux Suede Use a mild solution of lukewarm water and a neutral dish soap on a soft cloth or sponge. For the following stains, follow these instructions: Coffee, Tea, and Milk: Blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. Then clean with mild soapy water and a clean white cloth. Cosmetics: Clean with mild soapy water and a clean white cloth. Jelly, Syrup, and Fruit: Remove most of the solids, then clean with warm tap water and a clean white cloth. Oil and Grease: Sprinkle baking soda on the spot, brush, then wipe with a clean white cloth. Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. 439 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. {CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather frequent application may be required. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 469. Washing Your Vehicle The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 444. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be ﬂushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the ﬁnish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. 440 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 440. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 444. Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish on your vehicle. The vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather, and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. To help keep the paint ﬁnish looking new, keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible. Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap, or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a glass cleaning liquid or powder and water solution. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when it is rinsed with water. 441 Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. If you use strong soaps, chemicals, Aluminum Wheels Notice: abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only GM-approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels. 442 Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the ﬁnish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer. Larger areas of ﬁnish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, ﬂush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being ﬂushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you. 443 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Description White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Vinyl Cleaner Glass Cleaner Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Finish Enhancer Description Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish Usage Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Use on chrome or stainless steel. Swirl Remover Polish Cleaner Wax 444 Usage Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl. Removes dirt, grime, smoke and ﬁngerprints. Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Removes dust, ﬁngerprints, and surface contaminants. Spray on wipe off. Removes swirl marks, ﬁne scratches and other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches and protects ﬁnish. Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Usage Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Wash Wax Concentrate Spot Lifter Odor Eliminator Cleans, shines and protects in one easy step, no wiping necessary. Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and suede upholstery. Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics, vinyl, suede and carpet. Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certiﬁcation and Service Parts labels and the certiﬁcates of title and registration. Engine Identiﬁcation The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your vehicle’s engine, speciﬁcations, and replacement parts. 445 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will ﬁnd the following: (cid:127) VIN (cid:127) Model designation (cid:127) Paint information (cid:127) Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle. Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 90. See Towing a Trailer on page 331 for more information about add-on electrical equipment and towing a vehicle. Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for each headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it ﬁxed. 446 There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: one in the center of the instrument panel, one in the engine compartment and one in the trunk. There is a fuse puller located on the instrument panel fuse block. It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse block. Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located at on the lower front side of the console, on the passenger side of the vehicle. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door by pulling out. To reinstall the door, insert the hooks at the front end ﬁrst, then push the door into the console panel to secure it. Power Windows and Other Power Options The power window motors are protected by a circuit breaker in the motor, and a fuse in the fuse panel. If the motor overheats due to a heavy load the window will stop until the motor cools. When the current load is too heavy the fuse will open, protecting the circuit until the problem is ﬁxed. Fuses The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you can get along without — like the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. 447 Fuses POWER MIRRORS EPS Usage Power Mirrors Electric Power Steering Fuses RUN/CRANK Usage Cruise Control, Electronic Range Select, Driver Shift Control, Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 448 Fuses HVAC BLOWER HIGH (Relay) CLUSTER/ THEFT ONSTAR NOT INSTALLED AIRBAG (IGN) HVAC CTRL (BATT) PEDAL WIPER SW IGN SENSOR STR/WHL ILLUM NOT INSTALLED RADIO INTERIOR LIGHTS REAR WIPER HVAC CTRL (IGN) Usage Climate Control System Instrument Panel Cluster, Theft Deterrent System OnStar® System Not Used Airbag System Climate Control System Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Ignition Switch Steering Wheel Controls Backlighting Not Used Audio System Overhead Lighting, Trunk/Cargo Lighting Rear Wiper System/Washer Pump Climate Control System Fuses HVAC BLOWER DOOR LOCK ROOF/HEAT SEAT Usage Climate Control System Automatic Door Lock System Sunroof, Heated Seats, Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror, Compass, Rear Wiper/Washer System Power Window Switch Airbag System Not Used Not Used POWER WINDOWS NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED AIRBAG (BATT) FUSE PULLER Fuse Puller SPARE FUSE HOLDER SPARE FUSE HOLDER SPARE FUSE HOLDER SPARE FUSE HOLDER Spare Spare Spare Spare 449 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 352 for more information on location. 450 Fuses 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Usage Air Conditioning Clutch Electronic Throttle Control Engine Control Module (IGN 1) (V6) Transmission Emission 1 Left Headlamp Low-Beam Horn Right Headlamp Low-Beam Front Fog Lamps Left Headlamp High-Beam Right Headlamp High-Beam Engine Control Module (BATT) (L4) Windshield Wiper Anti-lock Brake System Engine Control Module (IGN 1) (L4) Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan 2 Run Relay IBCM 1 IBCM (R/C) Fuses 22 23 24 25 26 Usage Rear Electrical Center 1 Rear Electrical Center 2 Anti-lock Brake System IBCM 2 Starter 27 (DIODE) Windshield Wiper 41 42 43 44 45 46 (Resistor) 47 51 Electric Power Steering Transaxle Control Module Ignition Module Fuel Injectors Rear Oxygen Sensors Brake Lamp Diagnostic Daytime Running Lamps Engine Control Module (BATT) (V6) 451 Relays Usage Rear Compartment Fuse Block 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 48 Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan Mode Series/Parallel Cooling Fan 2 Starter Run/Crank Ignition Powertrain Air Conditioning Clutch High-Beam Headlamps Front Fog Lamps Horn Low-Beam Headlamps Windshield Wiper 1 Windshield Wiper 2 Daytime Running Lamps 452 The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk of the vehicle. Access the fuse block through the trunk panel on the driver’s side of the rear cargo area. Fuses Usage Not Used Driver Seat Controls Not Used Fuses Not Used Emission Parklamps Usage 453 Fuses Usage 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Not Used Not Used Not Used Sunroof Controls Not Used Auxiliary Power 2 Not Used Heated Seat Controls Not Used Remote Keyless Entry System, XM Satellite Radio, Rear Seat Entertainment System, Homelink Back-up Lamps Not Used Not Used Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Outlet Not Used Trunk Fuses 23 24 25 Relays 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 (Diode) Usage Rear Window Defogger Heated Mirror Controls Fuel Pump Usage Rear Window Defogger Parklamps Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Back-up Lamps Not Used Not Used Trunk Fuel Pump Trunk, Cargo Lamps 454 Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 469 for more information. Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Automatic Transaxle Complete Overhaul Automatic Transaxle 4T45-E Automatic Transaxle 4T65-E Cooling System 2.2L L4 Engine 3.5L V6 and 3.9L V6 Engines Engine Oil with Filter 2.2L L4 Engine 3.5L V6 and 3.9L V6 Engines For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. 7.0 qt 7.4 qt 7.5 qt 9.9 qt 5.0 qt 4.0 qt 6.6 L 7.0 L 7.1 L 9.4 L 4.7 L 3.8 L 455 Fuel Tank Application Capacities English Metric Sedan Malibu Maxx 61.1 L 61.7 L 140 Y Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. 16.1 gal 16.3 gal 100 lb ft Engine 2.2L L4 3.5L V6 3.9L V6 Engine Speciﬁcations VIN Code Transaxle Automatic Automatic Automatic Spark Plug Gap 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 456 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ................................ 458 Introduction ............................................... 458 Maintenance Requirements ........................ 458 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............ 458 Using the Maintenance Schedule ............... 459 Scheduled Maintenance ............................. 460 Additional Required Services ..................... 463 Maintenance Footnotes .............................. 464 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 465 At Each Fuel Fill ....................................... 466 At Least Once a Month ............................. 466 At Least Once a Year ............................... 467 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ........ 469 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ................................. 470 Engine Drive Belt Routing ......................... 471 Maintenance Record .................................. 473 457 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance is important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper ﬂuid levels or the wrong tire inﬂation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. 458 Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands, or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer. This schedule is for vehicles that: (cid:127) carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 322. (cid:127) are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. (cid:127) use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 344. The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 460 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 463 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 464 for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, see your GM Goodwrench® dealer to have a qualiﬁed technician do the work. Some maintenance services can be complex. So, unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the necessary equipment, you should have your GM Goodwrench® dealer do these jobs. 459 When you go to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 497. Owner Checks and Services on page 465 tells you what should be checked, when to check it, and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 469 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 470. When your vehicle is serviced, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of genuine GM parts. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, the engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your GM Goodwrench® dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 360 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. 460 When the CHANGE OIL SOON message appears, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for “Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II.” Generally, it is recommended that your ﬁrst service be Maintenance I, your second service be Maintenance II, and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. However, in some cases, Maintenance II may be required more often. Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the message comes on within 10 months since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was performed. Maintenance II — Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I. Always use Maintenance II whenever the message comes on 10 months or more since the last service or if the message has not come on at all for one year. Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 357. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 360. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 362. See footnote (k). • • • • • 461 Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d) Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Rotate tires and check inﬂation pressures and wear. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 409 and “Tire Wear Inspection” in At Least Once a Month on page 466. Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid levels and add ﬂuid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). • • • • Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d). Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (e). Lubricate body components. See footnote (f). 3.9L Engine Only: Check automatic transaxle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. Inspect throttle system. See footnote (g). • • • • • • • • • • • 462 Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 75,000 25,000 (40 000) • 50,000 (80 000) • (120 000) • 100,000 (160 000) • 125,000 (200 000) • 150,000 (240 000) • Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks.

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