check oil GMC ENVOY 2004 Owner's Guide

Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. Reset oil life system. SeeEngine Oil on
page 5-16.An Emission Control Service.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21.An Emission Control Service. See footnote †.••
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTires on page 5-57.••
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.•
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Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied 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 uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
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 on page 5-16for further
details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-25for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are
inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check
your spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-57for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. Push, pull and then try to rotate or turn
the spare tire. If it moves, tighten it. SeeChanging a
Flat Tire on page 5-76.
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Care of (cont.)
Cargo Cover..................................................2-50
Cargo Tie Downs............................................2-51
Cassette Tape Messages.................................3-86
CD Adapter Kits.............................................3-86
CD Messages...............................3-75, 3-89, 3-102
Chains, Tires..................................................5-72
Charging System Light....................................3-36
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-40
Gages Warning Light...................................3-47
CHECK WASHER FLUID.................................3-61
Checking Brake Fluid......................................5-40
Checking Coolant............................................5-26
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-16
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Checking Your Restraint Systems......................1-61
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-98
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-35
Infants and Young Children...........................1-31
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers
for Children (LATCH System).....................1-42
Older Children.............................................1-29
Securing a Child Restraint Designed
for the LATCH System..............................1-44
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Outside Seat Position........................1-44Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Center Seat Position.................................1-48
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position..........................1-48
Top Strap...................................................1-39
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-41
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-39
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-120
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-20
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-92
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-95
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-98
Video Screen............................................3-119
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels..............................5-97
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-95
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-92
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-94
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-94
Cleaning Leather............................................5-93
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-94
Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass
and Wiper Blades........................................5-96
Cleaning Tires................................................5-97
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-93
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Driver
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-14
DRIVER DOOR AJAR.....................................3-61
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................3-50
DIC Operation and Displays..........................3-50
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-59
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-28
City...........................................................4-33
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Freeway.....................................................4-34
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-36
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-30
Winter........................................................4-38
Driving Across an Incline..................................4-24
Driving Downhill..............................................4-23
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice....................4-26
Driving in Water..............................................4-27
Driving On Grades..........................................4-63
Driving on Off-Road Hills.................................4-19
Driving on Snow or Ice....................................4-39
Driving Through Deep Standing Water...............4-32
Driving Through Flowing Water.........................4-32
Driving Uphill..................................................4-20
Driving with a Trailer.......................................4-61Dual Automatic Climate Control System.............3-24
Dual Climate Control System............................3-20
DVD
Cleaning the Video Screen..........................3-119
Distortion..................................................3-117
Rear Seat Entertainment System..................3-104
DVD Player..................................................3-104
E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment.....................................5-100
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-101
Headlamps...............................................5-100
Power Windows and Other Power Options....5-101
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................5-101
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System....4-53
Emergency Release for Opening Liftgate............2-14
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs.................................3-43
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-21
Battery.......................................................5-42
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-45
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-40
Coolant......................................................5-25
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Fuel (cont.)
Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................... 5-9
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-7
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-6
Gage.........................................................3-48
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-4
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light.......................................3-49
Fuel Information..............................................3-52
FUEL LEVEL LOW.........................................3-61
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-101
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-101
G
Gage
Check Gages Warning Light..........................3-47
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-39
Fuel..........................................................3-48
Oil Pressure...............................................3-44
Speedometer..............................................3-34
Tachometer.................................................3-35
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-37
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-41
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-4
Specications............................................... 5-5Gate Ajar Light...............................................3-48
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming........2-44
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving................4-18
Glove Box.....................................................2-45
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities.................................................... 7-5
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-5
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.................... 3-9
Headlamp Washer..........................................3-11
Headlamps....................................................5-52
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-52
Electrical System.......................................5-100
Front Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lamps.......5-52
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
Headphones.................................................3-110
Heated Seats................................................... 1-3
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-36
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-36
Hitches..........................................................4-59
HomeLink
®Transmitter....................................2-41
HomeLink®Transmitter, Programming................2-42
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-10
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Leaving Your Vehicle.......................................2-13
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running . . . 2-32
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR................................3-62
Liftgate Release..............................................2-14
Liftgate/Liftglass..............................................2-14
Liftglass/Liftgate..............................................2-14
Light
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-35
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-39
Brake System Warning.................................3-38
Change Engine Oil......................................3-45
Charging System.........................................3-36
Check Gages Warning.................................3-47
Cruise Control.............................................3-46
Gate Ajar...................................................3-48
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-49
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-40
Reduced Engine Power................................3-46
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-35
Security.....................................................3-45
Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light.........3-47
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror...............................2-17
Listening to a DVD................................3-89, 3-103
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-48
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving..........4-16
Locking Rear Axle...........................................4-10
Lockout Protection..........................................2-13Locks
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-9
Door........................................................... 2-8
Leaving Your Vehicle....................................2-13
Lockout Protection.......................................2-13
Power Door.................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-13
Loss of Control...............................................4-13
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-49
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-47
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 1-2
M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-14
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Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
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.....................4-65
Making Turns.................................................4-62
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-40
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle............... 2-6
Memory Seat.................................................2-52
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-59
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean
Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and
U.S. Virgin Islands)....................................... 7-5
Mirror Operation.............................................2-36
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar
®
and Compass..........................................2-36
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb
View Assist.............................................2-39
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-39
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-39
Outside Manual Mirrors................................2-38
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-38
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
N
Navigation/Radio System................................3-103
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-19
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............6-14
O
Odometer......................................................3-34
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-12
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-45
Engine.......................................................5-16
Pressure Gage............................................3-44
OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE...............3-60
Older Children, Restraints................................1-29
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3
OnStar
®Personal Calling.................................2-41
OnStar®Services............................................2-40
OnStar®System.............................................2-40
OnStar®Virtual Advisor....................................2-41
Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Off
Paved Roads..............................................4-15
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment...................................3-23, 3-27
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Vehicle Storage..............................................5-42
Video Screen................................................3-107
Visor Vanity Mirror..........................................2-17
Visors...........................................................2-17
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-37
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-32
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-59
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Washing Your Vehicle......................................5-95
Weight Distributing Hitches and
Weight Carrying Hitches...............................4-59
Weight of the Trailer........................................4-56
Weight of the Trailer Tongue.............................4-58
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use........................5-18What to Add..................................................5-40
What to Do with Used Oil................................5-21
What to Use..........................5-26, 5-37, 5-38, 5-49
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-71
Replacement...............................................5-71
When to Add Engine Oil..................................5-17
When to Change Engine Oil
(GM Oil Life System)...................................5-20
When to Check..............................................5-66
When to Check and Change............................5-22
When to Check Lubricant.................................5-49
When to Check Power Steering Fluid................5-37
When to Inspect.............................................5-21
When You Are Ready to Leave After
Parking on a Hill.........................................4-65
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-39
Why Safety Belts Work....................................1-10
Window Lockout.............................................2-16
Windows.......................................................2-15
Power........................................................2-16
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