service indicator CHEVROLET EXPRESS CARGO VAN 2004 1.G User Guide

Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. Reset oil life system. SeeEngine Oil on
page 5-13.An Emission Control Service.••
Lubricate chassis components.See footnote #.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter or change indicator (if equipped). If necessary,
replace lter. SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18.An Emission Control
Service. See footnote †.••
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTires on page 5-58.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid 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).•
Check transmission uid level and add uid as needed.•
Inspect shields (vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs. only).See footnote (g).•
Inspect throttle system.See footnote (m).•
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Additional Required Services
The following services should be performed at the rst maintenance service (IorII) after the indicated miles
(kilometers) shown for each item.
Additional Required Services
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(41 500)50,000
(83 000)75,000
(125 000)100,000
(166 000)125,000
(207 500)150,000
(240 000)
Inspect fuel system for damage or
leaks.••••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose or
damaged components.••••••
Vehicles without a lter restriction
indicator: Replace engine air
cleaner lter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18.An
Emission Control Service.••••••
Change automatic transmission
uid and lter (severe service).See
footnote (h).•••
Change automatic transmission
uid and lter (normal service).•
Replace spark plugs and inspect
spark plug wires.An Emission
Control Service.•
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Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-34
Heater, Engine............................................2-23
Cooling System..............................................5-28
Cruise Control................................................3-11
Cruise Control Light........................................3-39
Current and Past Model Order Forms................7-13
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-8
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)
Users....................................................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities................................................ 7-6
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors....7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government............................................7-11
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States
Government............................................7-11
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-12
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Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-15
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light.............3-40
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Defogging and Defrosting.................................3-20Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-4
Dome Lamp Override......................................3-17
Dome Lamps.................................................3-17
Door
60/40 Swing-Out Side Door...........................2-13
Cargo Door Relocking.................................... 2-8
Locks.......................................................... 2-7
Power Door Locks......................................... 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks............................... 2-8
Rear Doors.................................................2-14
Sliding Side Door........................................2-11
Driver
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-15
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-16
City...........................................................4-21
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Freeway.....................................................4-22
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-25
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-18
Winter........................................................4-27
Driving On Grades..........................................4-49
Driving on Snow or Ice....................................4-28
Driving Through Deep Standing Water...............4-20
Driving Through Flowing Water.........................4-20
Driving with a Trailer.......................................4-47
Dual Stage Air Bags........................................1-74
Dual Tire Operation.........................................5-67
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Light (cont.)
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-40
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-33
Locking Rear Axle............................................ 4-8
Lockout Protection..........................................2-10
Locks
Cargo Door Relocking.................................... 2-8
Door........................................................... 2-7
Leaving Your Vehicle....................................2-10
Lockout Protection.......................................2-10
Power Door.................................................. 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks............................... 2-8
Loss of Control...............................................4-15
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month................................6-10
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160, 1 600 and 10 000km)......................... 6-9
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-14
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using Your................................................... 6-3
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Maintenance When Trailer Towing.....................4-50
Making Turns.................................................4-48
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-34
Manual Seats................................................... 1-3
Manual Windows............................................2-16
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle............... 2-5
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/
Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance................ 7-5
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-32
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors........................2-32
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-34
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-35
Outside Manual Mirror..................................2-32
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-33
Model Reference................................................ vi
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-4
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New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-20
Noise Control System, Tampering......................5-51
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............6-14
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Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-32
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-38
Your Vehicle...............................................4-32
Traction
Stabilitrak
®System........................................ 4-9
Traction Control Operation................................4-11
Trailer Brakes.................................................4-47
Trailer Wiring Harness.....................................4-51
Transfer Case................................................5-48
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-19
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-24
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit
Repair Manual............................................7-12
Transportation Options...................................... 7-8
Trip Odometer................................................3-26
Turn and Lane Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-8
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer..................4-49
U
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-73
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-71
United States – Customer Assistance.................. 7-5
Using Cleaner on Fabric..................................5-93
Using Song List Mode.....................................3-70
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Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-33
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders..................................................7-10
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN)............................................5-100
Service Parts Identication Label..................5-100
Vehicle Storage..............................................5-42
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-21
Visor Vanity Mirror..........................................2-18
Visors...........................................................2-18
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-30
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-24
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-7
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Washing Your Vehicle......................................5-95
Weight of the Trailer........................................4-40
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