Explanation
of
Scheduled
Maintenance
Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule
I
and Schedule
11.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Section
D.
Make sure whoever services your vehicle
uses these. All parts should be replaced and all
necessary repairs done before
you
or anyone else drives
the vehicle.
1.
Engine Oil and Filter Change*
--
Always use
SG
Energy Conserving
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oils of proper viscosity. The
“SG”
designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as “SG/CC”,
“SG/CD”
or
“SF,
SG,
CC,”
etc.
To
determine
the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g.,
SAE
5W-30
or
SAE
10W-30),
see
“Engine Oil” in
the Index. If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life
Monitor, the monitor will show
you
when
to
change
the oil. See “Engine Oil Life Monitor” in the Index.
2.
Chassis Lubrication
--
Lubricate suspension and
steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift
linkage, and parking brake cable guides, underbody
contact points and linkage.
3.
Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque*
--
Check
the
torque
of
the mounting bolts and/or nuts.
4.
Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection
--
For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your tires
following
the
instructions in this manual. See “Tires,
Inspection
&
Rotation” in the Index. Check the tires
for uneven wear or damage. If you see irregular or
premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Check
for damaged wheels also.
5.
Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection
--
Inspect the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and
proper tension. Replace as needed.
6.
Cooling System Service”
--
Drain, flush and refill
the system with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming to GM Specification 1825M. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See
“Coolant” in
the
Index. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level
and
engine
operating temperature.
*
An Emission Control Service.
3‘
The
U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency
has
determined that the failure
to
perfonn
this maintenance item will
not
nullify the emission warranty
or
limit recall liability
prior
to thecompletion of vehicle
useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services
be
performed at the indicated intervals and
the
maintenance be recorded in “Section E:Maintenance Record”.
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