oil pressure CHEVROLET EXPRESS PASSANGER 2007 1.G User Guide

MaintenanceI— Use MaintenanceIif the
change engine oil light comes on within 10 months
since the vehicle was purchased or MaintenanceII
was performed.MaintenanceII— Use MaintenanceIIif the
previous service performed was MaintenanceI.
Always use MaintenanceIIwhenever the message
comes on 10 months or more since the last
service or if the message has not come on at
all for one year.
Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 303.
Reset oil life system. SeeEngine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on
page 306.An Emission Control Service.••
Lubricate chassis components.See footnote #.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. SeeEngine
Air Cleaner/Filter on page 308.See footnote (l).•
Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 356and “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once a Month
on page 412.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
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(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer/retailer perform this service. See
Engine Coolant on page 312 for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure
cap, and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid if
needed.
(k)Inspect system. Check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and
condition. Check that the purge valve works
properly, if equipped. Replace as needed.
(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(m)Check system for interference or binding and
for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as needed. Replace any components that have
high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate
accelerator or cruise control cables.
(n)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability, and emission
control performance of your vehicle. Your
GM Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you with
these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 415.
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160, 1 600 and 10 000 km)
For vehicles with dual wheels, check dual wheel
nut torque. For proper torque, seeCapacities
and Specications on page 398.
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At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil
if necessary. SeeEngine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
on page 303for further details.
Notice:It is important to check the engine
oil regularly and keep it at the proper
level. Failure to keep the engine oil at the
proper level can cause damage to the engine
not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 312for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add
the proper fluid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they
are inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget
to check the spare tire. SeeInation - Tire
Pressure on page 354. Check to make sure the
spare tire is stored securely. SeeChanging a Flat
Tire on page 366.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notification. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 356.
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Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 149
Flat Tire...................................................... 365
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 366
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 380
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 309
Power Steering........................................ 323
Windshield Washer.................................. 324
Front Axle................................................... 338
Fuel............................................................ 292
Additives.................................................. 294
California Fuel.......................................... 293
E85 (85% Ethanol)................................... 295
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 299
Filling Your Tank...................................... 297
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 296
Gage....................................................... 186
Gasoline Octane...................................... 293
Gasoline Specifications............................ 293
Regulator................................................. 123
Fuses
Engine Compartment Fuse Block............. 395
Floor Console Fuse Block........................ 394
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 393
Windshield Wiper..................................... 393G
Gage
Check Gages Warning Light..................... 185
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 178
Fuel......................................................... 186
Oil Pressure............................................. 182
Speedometer........................................... 168
Voltmeter Gage........................................ 175
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 293
Specifications........................................... 293
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 429
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 146
Headlamp Wiring......................................... 393
Headlamps.................................................. 340
Bulb Replacement.................................... 340
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 156
Exterior Lamps......................................... 155
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 149
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps..................................... 342
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Headlamps (cont.)
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 340
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 149
On Reminder........................................... 156
Heater......................................................... 160
Highbeam On Light..................................... 185
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 253
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 254
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 300
Release................................................... 300
Horn............................................................ 146
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 22
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Ignition Positions......................................... 120
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 44
Inflation - Tire Pressure............................... 354
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 144
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 157
Cluster..................................................... 167
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 330
K
Keyless Entry System................................. 104
Keys........................................................... 102
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 347
Lamps
Dome....................................................... 157
Dome Lamp Override............................... 157
Reading................................................... 158
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 54
Light
Airbag Off................................................ 170
Airbag Readiness..................................... 169
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 176
Brake System Warning............................. 175
Change Engine Oil................................... 183
Charging System..................................... 174
Check Gages Warning............................. 185
Cruise Control.......................................... 184
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Manual Windows......................................... 115
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
Compass and Temperature Display....... 134
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 134
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors................... 136
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 138
Outside Heated Mirrors............................ 139
Outside Manual Mirror.............................. 136
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 138
MyGMLink.com............................................ 427
N
Navigation System, Privacy......................... 443
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 119
Noise Control System, Tampering................ 338
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 417
O
Odometer.................................................... 168
Odometer, Trip............................................ 168
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 241
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 183
Engine..................................................... 303Oil (cont.)
Pressure Gage......................................... 182
Oil, Engine Oil Life System......................... 306
Older Children, Restraints............................. 41
Online Owner Center................................... 427
OnStar, Privacy........................................... 443
Other Warning Devices................................ 146
Outlet Adjustment........................................ 162
Outlets
Accessory Power..................................... 158
Outside
Camper-Type Mirrors................................ 136
Convex Mirror.......................................... 138
Heated Mirrors......................................... 139
Manual Mirror.......................................... 136
Power Mirrors.......................................... 138
Owner Checks and Services....................... 411
Owners, Canadian.......................................... 3
P
Paint, Damage............................................ 389
Park (P)
Shifting Into............................................. 129
Shifting Out of......................................... 130
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