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5.7L LT1 (Code P)
Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at
91 octane or higher. You may use middle
grade
or regular unleaded gasolines, but
your vehicle may not accelerate as well.
The gasoline you use should meet
specifications ASTM
D48 14 in the U.S.
and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives,
so you
should not have to add anything to the
fuel.
In the
U.S. and Canada, it’s easy to be
sure you get the right kind of gasoline
(unleaded). You’ll see
UNLEADED right
on the pump. And only unleaded nozzles
will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck. Be
sure
the posted octane for premium is
at least 91 (at least
89 for middle grade
and
87 for regular). If the octane is less
than
87, you may get a heavy knocking
noise when you drive. If it’s bad enough,
it can damage your engine.
If you’re using fuel rated at 91 octane or
higher and you still hear heavy knocking,
your engine needs service. But don’t
worry if you hear a little pinging noise
when you’re accelerating
or driving up a
hill. That’s normal and you don’t have to
buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of
pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock
that means you have a problem.
All Engines
What about gasoline with blending
materials that contain oxygen, such as
MTBE
or alcohol?
MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.”
Fuel that is no more than 15% MTBE is
fine for your vehicle.
Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol.
Properly-blended fuel that is no more
than 10%
ethanol is fine for your vehicle.
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Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol.
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NOTICE:
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rue1 mat is more than 3% metha
is bad for your vehicle. Don’t use it.
It can corrode metal parts in your
fuel system and also damage plastic
and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t
be covered under your I
rranty. And even at 5% or less,
there must be “cosolvents” and
corrosion preventers in this fuel
to
help avoid these problems.
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Gasolines for Cleaner Air
Your use of gasoline with detergent
additives will help prevent deposits from
forming
in your engine and fuel system.
That helps keep your engine in tune and
your emission control system working
properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and
you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air.
Many gasolines are
now blended with
materials called oxygenates. General
Motors recommends that you use
gasolines
with these blending materials,
such as MTBE and ethanol.
By doing so,
you can help clean the air, especially in
those parts of the country that have high
carbon monoxide levels. In
addition, some gasoline suppliers are
now producing reformulated gasolines.
These gasolines are specially designed to
reduce vehicle emissions. General Motors
recommends that you
use reformulated
gasoline.
By doing so, you can help clean
the air, especially
in those parts of the
country that have high ozone levels.
You should ask your service station
operators
if their gasolines contain
detergents and oxygenates, and if they
have been reformulated to reduce vehicle
emissions.
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another country
outside the
U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel
may be hard to find.
Do not use leaded
gasoline.
If you use even one tankful,
your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs
can get fouled, the exhaust system can
corrode, and your engine oil can
deteriorate quickly.
Your vehicle’s oxygen
sensor will be damaged.
All of that means
costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty.
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To check on fuel availability, ask an auto
club,
or contact a major oil company that
does business in the country where you’ll
be driving.
You can also write us at the following
address for advice. Just tell us where
you’re going and give your Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN).
General Motors of Canada Ltd.
International Export Sales
P.O. Box 828
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7N1
Canada
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Filling Your Tank
Gasoline vapor is highly
flammable. It burns violently,
and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline
or refueling your vehicle. Keep
, sparks, flames, and smoking
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materials away from gasoline.
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The cap is behind a hinged door on the
left side of your vehicle.
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Then go to the front of the vehicle and
pull up on the hood release.
Lift
the hood.
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I CAUTION:
An electric fan under the hood
can start up and injure you
even when
the engine is not
running. Keep hands, clothing and
tools away from any underhood
* xtric fan.
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3.4L L32 (Code S)
When you open the hood you'll see.
1. Battery
2. Engine Coolant Reservoir
3. Engine Oil Dipstick
4. Automatic Transmission Dipstick
5. Air Cleaner
(if equipped)
6. Oil Fill Cap
7. Brake Fluid Reservoir
8. Power Steering Reservoir
9. Windshield Washer Reservoir
10. Engine Fan
11. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped)
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When you open the hood you'll see:
1. Battery
2. Engine Coolant Reservoir
3. Engine Oil Dipstick
4. Automatic Transmission Dipstick
5. Air Cleaner
(if equipped)
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6. Oil Fill Cap
7. .Brake Fluid
Reservoir
8, Power Steering Reservoir
9. Windshield Washer Reservoir
10. Engine Fans
11. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) Things that
burn
can get on hot
b engine parts and start a fire.
mese include liquids like gasoline,
oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield
washer and other fluids, and plastic
or rubber. You or others could be
burned. Be careful not to drop or
spill things that will burn onto a hot
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Before closing the hood, be sure all the
filler caps are on.
Then just pull the hood down and
close it
firmly.
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Engine Oil 3.4L L32 (Code S)
It's a good idea to check your engine oil
every time
you get fuel. In order to get an
accurate reading, the oil must be warm
and the vehicle must be on level ground,
5.7L LTl (Code P)
Turn off the engine and give the oil a few
minutes to drain back into the oil
pan. If
you don't, the oil dipstick might not show
the actual level.
To Check Engine Oil
(3.4L L32 (Code S) Engine)
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a
paper towel or cloth, then push it back in
all the way. Remove it again, keeping the
tip lower.
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To Check Engine Oil
(5.7L LT1 (Code P) Engine)
Pull out the dipstick slightly. Pinch the
end of the dipstick tube as you remove
the dipstick to wipe the oil from it.
Then
push it all the way back in. Now remove
it without pinching the tube, keeping the
tip lower.
3.4L L32 (Code S:
When to Add Oil:
If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then
you’ll need
to add some oil. But you must
use the right kind. This section explains
what kind
of oil to use. For crankcase
capacity, see “Capacities and
Specifications” in the Index.
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engine has so much oil that the oil
I level gets above the cross-hatched
area that shows the proper operating
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range, you
damaged.
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5.7L LT1 (Code P)
Just fill it enough to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating range.
Push the dipstick all
the way back in
when you’re through.
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Recommended SAE Viscosity
Grade Engine Oils
For best fuel economy and cold starting,
select the lowest
SAE viscosity grade oil
for the expected temperature range.
HOT
I WEATHER
What Kind of Oil to Use:
Look for three things:
SG
SG must be on the oil container, either
by itself or combined with other
quality designations, such as
SG/CC,
SG/CD,
SF, SG, CC, etc. These
letters show American Petroleum
Institute
(API) levels of quality.
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LOOK
FOR THIS
LABEL
SAE 1OW-30
SAE !?W-30 PREFERRED
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WEATHER If you use oils that don't have the
SG designation, you can cause GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 GRADE
engine damage not covered by yc MAY BE USED AT T \TURES ABOVE
warranty.
IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30
40 DEGREES F (4 DLY..LLV C).
ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED.
DO
NOT USE SAE lOW-40, ME 2OW-50 OR
SAE 5W-30
As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE
5W-30 is best for your vehicle.
However, you can use SAE 1OW-30
if
it's going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above.
These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Do
not use other viscosity oils such as
SAE
1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50.
Energy Conserving I1
Oils with these words on the container
will help you save fuel.
This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is used
on most oil containers to help you
select the correct oil.
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You should look for this on the oil
container, and use
only those oils that
display the logo.
GM Goodwrench@
oil (in Canada, GM
Engine Oil) meets all
the requirements for
your vehicle.
Engine Oil Additives:
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your
Chevrolet dealer is ready
to advise if you
think something should be added.
When to Change Engine Oil:
See if any one of these is true for you:
0 Most trips are less than 4 miles (6
km).
It’s below freezing outside and most
trips are less than
10 miles (16 km).
The engine is at low speed most of the
time (as
in door-to-door delivery, or in
stop-and-go traffic).
0 You tow a trailer often.
0 Most trips are through dusty places.
If any one of these is true for your
vehicle, then you need to change your
oil
and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km)
or 3 months - whichever comes first. If none
of them is true, change the oil
every
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12
months - whichever comes first. Change
the filter at the first oil change and at
every other
oil change after that.
Engine Block Heater:
An engine block heater can be a big help
if you have to park outside in very cold
weather,
0 OF (- 1 8 O C) or colder. If your
vehicle has this option, see “Engine Block
Heater’’
in the Index.
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I What to Do with Used Oil:
Us& engine oil contains things
- L that have mused skin cancer in
laboratory animals. Don’t let used
oil stay on your skin for very long.
Clean your skin and nails with soap
and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Wash or properly throw away
clothing or rags containing used
engine oil.
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Used oil can be a real threat to the
environment.
If you change your own oil,
be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever
dispose
of oil by putting it in the trash,
pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies
of water. Instead,
recycle it by taking it to a place that
collects used oil. If you have a problem
properly disposing of your used oil, ask
your dealer, a service station
or a local
recycling center for help.
air Cleaner 3.4L L32 (Code S)
tefer to the Maintenance Schedule to
letermine when to replace the air filter.
iee “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ in
he Index.
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