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Low Oil Pressure
United States Canada
This message is displayed when the engine oil pressure
is low. A chime will sound continuously, also. See ªLow
Oil Pressure Lightº earlier in this section.Low Eng Oil LevelUnited States Canada
This message is displayed for 60 seconds at the start of
each ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low.
Four chimes will also sound.
When the ignition is turned off, this message will be
displayed again for three seconds to remind you that
your engine oil level is low. Be sure to have your vehicle
serviced right away.
See ªEngine Oilº in the Index on how to check the oil
level and for what type of oil to add.

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How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message
The GM Oil Life System
calculates when to change
your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime
your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate
when the next oil change is required. If a situation
occurs where you change your oil prior to a being turned
on, reset the system.
After changing the engine oil, the system must be reset.
To reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message use one
of the following procedures:
Using the Radio
1. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON, with the radio off.
2. Press and hold the TUNE DISP button on the radio for
at least five seconds until SETTINGS is displayed.
3. Press the SEEK PTYPE up or down arrow to scroll
through the main menu.4. Scroll until OIL LIFE appears on the display.
5. Press the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT button to enter the
submenu. RESET will be displayed.
6. Press the TUNE DISP button to reset. A chime will
be heard to verify the new setting and DONE will be
displayed for one second.
7. Once the message has been reset, scroll until EXIT
appears on the display.
8. Press the TUNE DISP button to exit programming.
A chime will be heard to verify the exit.
Using the Accelerator Pedal
1. Turn the ignition to ON, with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three
times within five seconds.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message flashes, the
system is reset. However, if it stays on, it did not reset.
You'll need to repeat the reset procedure.

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2. Raise the hood.
3. Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from
the fender rail and air inlet grille.
4. Peel back the hood weatherstrip from the passenger's
side of the vehicle halfway to center.
5. Remove the air inlet grille retainers.
6. Remove the air inlet grille.
7. Remove the air deflector grille in the compartment.8. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter.
9. Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter.
For the type of filter to use, see ªNormal Maintenance
Replacement Partsº in the Index.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles
(83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under
one or more of these conditions:

In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90F (32C) or higher.

In hilly or mountainous terrain.

When doing frequent trailer towing.

Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles
(166 000 km).
See ªScheduled Maintenance Servicesº in the Index.

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Engine Oil with Filter
3400 (Code E) V6 4.3 quarts (4.1 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) V6 4.3 quarts (4.1 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank17.0 U.S. gallons (64.0 L) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel Nut Torque100 lb
-ft (140 N´m) . . . . . . . . . .
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure
to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index.
Engine Specifications
3400 (LA1) V6 Engine
Type V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Code E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 204 CID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-2-3-4-5-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (L36) V6 Engine
Type V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Code K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 231 CID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-6-5-4-3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Conditioning
Refrigerant Capacity
If you do your own service work, you'll need the proper
service manual. See ªDoing Your Own Service Workº in
the Index for additional information. It is recommended
that service work on your air conditioning system be
performed by a qualified technician.
Air Conditioning
Refrigerant R±134a 2.3 lbs. (1.09 kg). . . . . . . . . . .
Use Refrigerant R134a System

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Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
All Engines A1614C*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
All Engines GM Part No. 10406026. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter
All Engines PF47*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spark Plugs
3400 (Code E) V6 41
-940* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
3800 (Code K) V6 41
-921* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blades
Length 22.0 inches (56.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type Shepherd's Hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*AC Delco

part number.