maintenance schedule GMC SAVANA 2010 Owner's Guide

Maintenance Schedule......................................7-2
Introduction...................................................7-2
Scheduled Maintenance...................................7-3
Owner Checks and Services............................7-9Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...............7-11
Maintenance Replacement Parts.....................7-13
Engine Drive Belt Routing..............................7-14
Maintenance Record.....................................7-15
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a
gasoline engine. For diesel engine vehicles, see
the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX
Diesel manual.
Notice:Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections,
recommended uids, and lubricants are necessary
to keep this vehicle in good working condition.
Damage caused by failure to follow scheduled
maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in
good working condition, improves fuel economy, and
reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality.
Because of all the different ways people use vehicles,
maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might need
more frequent checks and services. Please read the
information under Scheduled Maintenance. To keep the
vehicle in good condition, see your dealer/retailer.The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that:
•carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits on the Tire and Loading Information label.
SeeLoading the Vehicle on page 5-17.
•are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
•use the recommended fuel. SeeGasoline Octane
on page 6-6.
{WARNING:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be
dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be
seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work
only if you have the required know-how and the
proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have
any doubt, see your dealer/retailer to have a
qualified technician do the work. SeeDoing Your
Own Service Work on page 6-4.
At your General Motors dealer/retailer, you can be
certain that you will receive the highest level of service
available. Your dealer /retailer has specially trained
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service technicians, uses genuine GM replacement
parts, as well as, up to date tools and equipment
to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics.
The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants to
use are listed inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 7-11andMaintenance Replacement Parts
on page 7-13. We recommend the use of genuine parts
from your dealer/retailer.
Rotation of New Tires
To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the
vehicle, it is important that the first rotation service for
new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to
13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). SeeTire Inspection
and Rotation on page 6-69.
Scheduled Maintenance
When the Change Engine Oil Soon
Message Displays
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,
service is required for the vehicle as soon as possible,
within the next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving under
the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not
indicate the need for vehicle service for more than ayear. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least
once a year and the oil life system must be reset.
Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who
will perform this work and reset the system. If the
engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the
vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last
service. Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is
changed. SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 6-18.
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,
certain services, checks, and inspections are required.
The services described for MaintenanceIshould be
performed at every engine oil change. The services
described for MaintenanceIIshould be performed when:
•MaintenanceIwas performed the last time the
engine oil was changed.
•It has been 10 months or more since the Change
Engine Oil Soon message has displayed or since the
last service.
MaintenanceI
•Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.An Emission Control Service.
•Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-28.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-36.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system.••
Engine coolant level check.••
Windshield washer fluid level check.••
Tire inflation pressures check.••
Tire wear inspection.••
Rotate tires.••
Fluids visual leak check.••
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only).••
Brake system inspection.••
Chassis components lubrication.•
Steering and suspension inspection.•
Engine cooling system inspection.•
Windshield wiper blades inspection.•
Body components lubrication.•
Restraint system components check.•
Automatic transmission fluid level check.•
All-wheel drive only: Transfer case fluid level check.•
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions).•
Shields inspection.•
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a
gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see
the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX
®
Diesel manual.
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number, or specification can be obtained from your
dealer/retailer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certified for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, seeEngine Oil on
page 6-15.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-28.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377967,
in Canada 89021320).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Windshield
WasherOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Front Wheel
BearingsWheel bearing lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI #2,
Category GC or GC-LB
(GM Part No. U.S. 1051344,
in Canada 993037).
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Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced By Services Performed
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www.gmownercenter.com/gmc
Information and services customized for your specific
vehicle — all in one convenient place.
•Digital owner manual, warranty information,
and more
•Online service and maintenance records
•Find GMC dealers for service nationwide
•Exclusive privileges and offers
•Recall notices for your specific vehicle
•OnStar®and GM Cardmember Services Earnings
summaries
Other Helpful Links:
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Help Center — www.gmc.com/helpcenter
•FAQ
•Contact Us
My GM Canada (Canada) — www.gm.ca
My GM Canada is a password-protected section of
www.gm.ca where you can save information on
GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy
tools and forms with greater ease.
Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you
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•My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address
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service estimates, check trade-in values, or
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•My Preferences: Manage your profile and use tools
and forms with greater ease.
To sign up, visit the My GM Canada section within
www.gm.ca.
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Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give additional technical service
information needed to knowledgeably service General
Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains
instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of
your vehicle.
Owner Information
Owner publications are written specifically for owners
and intended to provide basic operational information
about the vehicle. The owner manual includes the
Maintenance Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and
Warranty Booklet.
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Current and Past Model Order Forms
Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available
for current and past model GM vehicles. To request
an order form, specify year and model name of
the vehicle.
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Prices are subject to change without notice and without
incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make
checks payable in U.S. funds.
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Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................4-13
Lights
Airbag Off..................................................4-24
Airbag Readiness........................................4-23
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning............4-29
Brake System Warning.................................4-28
Charging System.........................................4-27
Cruise Control.............................................4-36
Exterior Lamps............................................. 4-9
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 4-5
Highbeam On.............................................4-36
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 4-5
Oil Pressure...............................................4-35
On Reminder..............................................4-11
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................4-26
Safety Belt Reminders..................................4-23
Security.....................................................4-35
StabiliTrak
®Indicator....................................4-29
Tire Pressure..............................................4-30
Tow/Haul Mode ...........................................4-36
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................5-17
Locking Rear Axle............................................ 5-7
Locks
Automatic Door Lock....................................3-10
Automatic Door Unlock.................................3-10
Cargo Door Relocking.................................... 3-9
Delayed Locking........................................... 3-9
Door ........................................................... 3-8
Lockout Protection.......................................3-12Locks (cont.)
Power Door.................................................. 3-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............3-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................3-11
Loss of Control................................................ 5-9
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children.............2-42
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Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Record....................................7-15
Maintenance Replacement Parts....................7-13
Owner Checks and Services........................... 7-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............7-11
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 7-3
Malfunction Indicator Lamp...............................4-31
Manual Seats................................................... 2-2
Manual Windows............................................3-17
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................4-44
Mirrors
Manual Rearview.........................................3-40
Outside Convex Mirror.................................3-41
Outside Heated Mirrors................................3-42
Outside Manual Mirrors................................3-40
Outside Power Mirrors..................................3-41
Outside Towing Mirrors.................................3-40
MP3 .............................................................4-72
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Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................5-22
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility................. 8-6
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 3-4
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 3-6
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................6-85
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................6-81
Replacement Bulbs.........................................6-53
Replacement Parts
Maintenance...............................................7-13
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................8-14
General Motors...........................................8-14
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................2-79
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................2-80
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................3-23
Roadside Assistance Program............................ 8-6
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................5-16
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................3-39S
Safety Belts
Care of ......................................................6-99
Extender....................................................2-29
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................2-15
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................2-24
Reminders..................................................4-23
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................2-10
Use During Pregnancy.................................2-29
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government..................................8-14
General Motors...........................................8-14
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iv
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 7-3
Scheduling Appointments................................... 8-9
Seats
Head Restraints............................................ 2-2
Power Seat.................................................. 2-3
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 2-6
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 2-4
Secondary Latch System.................................6-92
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