suspension CHEVROLET EPICA 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Maintenance Schedule......................................6-2
Introduction...................................................6-2
Maintenance Requirements..............................6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................6-2
How This Section is Organized.........................6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services...........6-4
Using Your Maintenance Schedule....................6-4
Selecting the Right Schedule...........................6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance..............6-7
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance......6-14
Part B: Owner Checks and Services................6-19
At Each Fuel Fill..........................................6-19At Least Once a Month.................................6-19
At Least Twice a Year...................................6-20
At Least Once a Year...................................6-20
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections.........6-23
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection............................6-23
Exhaust System Inspection............................6-23
Fuel System Inspection..................................6-23
Engine Cooling System Inspection...................6-23
Throttle System Inspection.............................6-24
Brake System Inspection................................6-24
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants. . . .6-25
Part E: Maintenance Record...........................6-27
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed in this part are inspections and services which
should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,
each spring and fall).You should let your dealer’s
service department do these jobs. Make sure any
necessary repairs are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. SeeService Publications
Ordering Information on page 7-11.
Steering, Suspension and Front
Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. SeeEngine Exhaust
on page 2-27.
Fuel System Inspection
Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they
are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of
the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended
at least once a year.
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Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM
transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars
and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to
assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service
Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483).
Owner’s Information
Owner publications are written specifically for owners
and intended to provide basic operational information
about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include
the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and
Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00
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Heater...................................................3-19, 3-22
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-45
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-22
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-22
Hold Mode Light.............................................3-39
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-11
Release.....................................................5-11
Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-15
I
Ignition Positions.............................................2-17
Immobilizer....................................................2-15
Immobilizer Operation......................................2-16
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-30
Inflation -- Tire Pressure..................................5-52
Inspection
Brake System.............................................6-24
Engine Cooling System................................6-23
Exhaust System..........................................6-23
Fuel System...............................................6-23
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.......................6-23
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle Boot and Seal..................................6-23
Throttle System...........................................6-24
Instrument PanelInstrument Panel (cont.)
Brightness..................................................3-15
Cluster.......................................................3-30
Overview..................................................... 3-4
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-35
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-2
L
Labelling, Tire Sidewall....................................5-47
Lamps
Dome........................................................3-16
Exterior......................................................3-13
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-15
Fog ...........................................................3-15
Map ..........................................................3-16
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-39
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-42
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Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Part D - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-25
Part E - Maintenance Record........................6-27
Selecting the Right Schedule.......................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance............. 6-7
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..........................6-23
Throttle System Inspection............................6-24
Using Your................................................... 6-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-41
Manual Lumbar Controls.................................... 1-4
Manual Seats................................................... 1-2
Map Lamps....................................................3-16
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview........................2-29
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-29
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-30
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-31
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-30
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-17
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............5-84
OOdometer......................................................3-32
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-32
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-11
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-13
Pressure Light.............................................3-44
Older Children, Restraints................................1-28
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-5
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-28
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-30
Heated Mirrors............................................2-31
Power Mirrors.............................................2-30
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-25
Shifting Out of............................................2-26
Parking
Brake........................................................2-24
Over Things That Burn.................................2-27
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services............ 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services................6-19
Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections..........6-23
Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....6-25
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SSafety Belt
Pretensioners..............................................1-27
Reminder Light............................................3-32
Reminder Tone............................................3-33
Safety Belts
Driver Position............................................1-16
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-15
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.....1-14
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-24
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-23
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-23
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-10
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................1-22
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Seats
Driver Seat Tilt Adjuster................................. 1-3
Head Restraints............................................ 1-7
Heated Seats............................................... 1-5
Manual........................................................ 1-2
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-4
Power Seat.................................................. 1-3
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 1-8
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-5
Securing a Child Restraint
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-42
Rear Seat Position......................................1-42
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-44
Selecting the Right Schedule, Maintenance.......... 6-5Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle.......................................... 5-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-41
Publications Ordering Information...................7-11
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-62
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-73
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-25
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-26
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance................ 6-7
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-22
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-7
Spare Tire
Installing....................................................5-63
Removing...................................................5-62
Storing.......................................................5-67
Specifications, Capacities.................................5-83
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS)
Warning Light.............................................3-37
Speedometer..................................................3-32
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-18
Steering.......................................................... 4-9
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..............................6-23
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................3-61
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-32
Coinholder(s)..............................................2-31
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-31
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