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Vehicle Care 351
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/
Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and
Stripes
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a
soft cloth, and a car washing soap
to clean exterior lamps, lenses,
emblems, decals, and stripes.
Follow instructions under "Washing
the Vehicle" previously in this
section.
Lamp covers are made of plastic,
and some have a UV protective
coating. Do not clean or wipe them
when dry.
Do not use any of the following on
lamp covers:
.Abrasive or caustic agents.
. Washer fluids and other cleaning
agents in higher concentrations
than suggested by the
manufacturer.
. Solvents, alcohols, fuels,
or other harsh cleaners.
. Ice scrapers or other hard items. .
Aftermarket appearance caps or
covers while the lamps are
illuminated, due to excessive
heat generated.
Caution
Failure to clean lamps properly
can cause damage to the lamp
cover that would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Using wax on low gloss black
finish stripes can increase the
gloss level and create a
non-uniform finish. Clean low
gloss stripes with soap and
water only.
Air Intakes
Clear debris from the air intakes,
between the hood and windshield,
when washing the vehicle.
Shutter System
The vehicle may have a shutter
system designed to help increase
fuel economy. Keep the shutter
system clean for proper operation.
Windshield and Wiper Blades
Clean the outside of the windshield
with glass cleaner.
Clean rubber blades using a lint-free
cloth or paper towel soaked with
windshield washer fluid or a mild
detergent. Wash the windshield
thoroughly when cleaning the
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and

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a buildup of vehicle wash/wax
treatments may cause wiper
streaking.
Replace the wiper blades if they are
worn or damaged. Damage can be
caused by extreme dusty
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun,
snow, and ice.
Weatherstrips
Apply weatherstrip lubricant on
weatherstrips to make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or
squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at
least once a year. Hot, dry climates
may require more frequent
application. Black marks from
rubber material on painted surfaces
can be removed by rubbing with a
clean cloth. SeeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants 0369.
Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to
clean the tires.
Caution
Using petroleum-based tire
dressing products on the vehicle
may damage the paint finish and/
or tires. When applying a tire
dressing, always wipe off any
overspray from all painted
surfaces on the vehicle.
Wheels and Wheel Trim
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
soap and water to clean the wheels.
After rinsing thoroughly with clean
water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
A wax may then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and chrome
wheel trim may be damaged if the
vehicle is not washed after driving
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium chloride or
calcium chloride. These are used
on roads for conditions such as
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Caution (Continued)
dust and ice. Always wash the
chrome with soap and water after
exposure.
Caution
To avoid surface damage on
wheels and wheel trim, do not
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
or brushes. Use only GM
approved cleaners. Do not drive
the vehicle through an automatic
car wash that uses silicon carbide
tire/wheel cleaning brushes.
Damage could occur and the
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.
Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper attachment,
connections, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake

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Service and
Maintenance
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 358
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 360
Special Application Services
Special ApplicationServices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
Additional Maintenance
and Care
Additional Maintenanceand Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids andLubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Maintenance Records
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 372
General Information
Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
the required maintenance for the
vehicle. Follow this schedule to help
protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may
also help to maintain the value of
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the
responsibility of the owner to have
all required maintenance performed.
Your dealer has trained technicians
who can perform required
maintenance using genuine
replacement parts. They have
up-to-date tools and equipment for
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many
dealers have extended evening and
Saturday hours, courtesy
transportation, and online
scheduling to assist with service
needs.
Your dealer recognizes the
importance of providing
competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained
technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil
changes and tire rotations and
additional maintenance items like
tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
blades.
Caution
Damage caused by improper
maintenance can lead to costly
repairs and may not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance intervals, checks,
inspections, recommended fluids,
and lubricants are important to
keep the vehicle in good working
condition.
Do not have chemical flushes that
are not approved by GM
performed on the vehicle. The
use of flushes, solvents, cleaners,
or lubricants that are not
approved by GM could damage
the vehicle, requiring expensive
repairs that are not covered by
the vehicle warranty.

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.Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0369 for GM approved
fluids.
. Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill.
. Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.
Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks.
With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed. Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.
Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
. With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
. As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel,
and can reduce the risk of tire
failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires.

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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Diesel Exhaust Aftertreatment System Diesel Exhaust Fluid (GM Part No. 19286291, in Canada 88865751) or diesel exhaust fluid that meets ISO 22241 or displays the API Diesel
Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
See Cooling System 0282.
Engine Oil (Diesel) Engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos2 is recommended. See Engine Oil0275.
Engine Oil (Gasoline) Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil
0 275.
Hood and Door Hinges, and Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and
Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in
Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in Canada 19353127).
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 19351882, in Canada 19351883).

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408 Index
Lighting (cont'd)LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Lights Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . .116
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) . . . 122
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . .117
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 121
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 146
Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . .112
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Service Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Lights (cont'd)
Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Wait to Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 121
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
M
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Maintenance and Care
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 360 Maintenance Schedule (cont'd)
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 114
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Messages
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Mirrors Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Automatic DimmingRearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 30
Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315

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Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241, 242
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 346
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replacement Parts Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 68
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 388
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387 Restraints
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Roads Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381
Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 376
Running out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
S
Safety Defects ReportingCanadian Government . . . . . . . . 388
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 383
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Seat Belts (cont'd)
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
How to Wear Seat Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 56
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 54
Seats Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Heated and Ventilated Front . . . . 43
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 39
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 38
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Securing Child Restraints . . . . 83, 85
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267