air filter GMC SONOMA 2001 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents (cont'd)
Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care
Section
7
Section
6
Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services
Periodic Maintenance InspectionsRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
Maintenance Records Fuel
Checking Fluids and Lubricants
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Brakes
Bulb Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementTires and Wheels
Appearance Care
Electrical System
Capacities and Specifications
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
6
-2 Service
6
-3 Fuel (Gasoline)
6
-5 Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol)
6
-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries
6
-7 Filling Your Tank
6
-9 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
6
-10 Checking Things Under the Hood
6
-13 Engine Oil
6
-18 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6
-19 Automatic Transmission Fluid
6
-23 Manual Transmission Fluid
6
-24 Hydraulic Clutch
6
-25 Rear Axle
6
-26 Four-Wheel Drive
6
-27 Engine Coolant
6
-31 Radiator Pressure Cap
6
-31 Power Steering Fluid6
-32 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-33 Brakes
6
-37 Battery
6
-38 Bulb Replacement
6
-44 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
6
-46 Tires
6
-55 Appearance Care
6
-55 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
6
-57 Care of Safety Belts
6
-58 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
6
-62 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Chart
6
-63 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
6
-63 Service Parts Identification Label
6
-64 Electrical System
6
-69 Replacement Bulbs
6
-70 Capacities and Specifications
6
-72 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

6-11 Engine Compartment Overview
When you open the hood on the ªVORTECº 2200 L4 engine, you'll see:
A. Battery
B. Coolant Recovery Tank
C. Automatic Transmission Dipstick
D. Engine Oil Fill Cap and DipstickE. Power Steering Reservoir
F. Brake Master Cylinder
G. Engine Air Cleaner/FilterH. Engine Compartment
Fuse Block
I. Windshield Washer
Fluid Reservoir

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When you open the hood on the ªVORTECº 4300 V6 engine, you'll see:
A. Battery
B. Coolant Recovery Tank
C. Engine Oil Dipstick
D. Engine Oil FillE. Automatic Transmission Dipstick
F. Power Steering Reservoir
G. Brake Master Cylinder
H. Engine Air Cleaner/FilterI. Engine Compartment
Fuse Block
J. Windshield Washer
Fluid Reservoir

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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
ªVORTECº 2200 L4 Engine
ªVORTECº 4300 V6 Engine
See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the Index for
more information on location.
To remove either engine air cleaner/filter, do the following:
1. Remove the fasteners that hold the cover on.
2. Remove the cover and lift out the engine air cleaner/filter.
3. Insert a new air filter.
4. Reinstall the engine air cleaner/filter cover.
Tighten the fasteners to hold the cover in place.

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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when
to replace the engine air cleaner/filter. See ªScheduled
Maintenance Servicesº in the Index.
CAUTION:
Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter
off can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if
the engine backfires. If it isn't there, and the
engine backfires, you could be burned. Don't
drive with it off, and be careful working on the
engine with the air cleaner/filter off.
NOTICE:
If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can
cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily
get into your engine, which will damage it.
Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when
you're driving.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles
(25 000 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
every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
See ªScheduled Maintenance Servicesº in the Index.

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Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the index for more information. See refrigerant
change label under the hood for charge capacity
information and requirements.
Wheel Nut Torque100 lb
-ft (140 N´m) . . . . . . . . . .
Tire PressureSee the Certification/Tire . . . . . . . . . . .
label. See ªLoading Your Vehicleº in the Index.
Cooling System*
2.2L Engine 9.9 quarts (9.4 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3L Engine w/Auto. Trans. 13.8 quarts (13.1 L). . . .
4.3L Engine w/Manual. Trans. 14.1 quarts (13.3 L). .
Engine Crankcase
- Oil and Filter Change*
2.2L Engine 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3L Engine 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel Capacity
Reg./Ext. Cab 18.5 U.S. Gallons (70.0 L). . . . . . . . . .
Crew Cab 19.0 U.S. Gallons (71.9 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Transmission*
Drain and Refill 5.0 quarts (4.7 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential Fluid
Rear Axle 4.0 pints (1.9 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Axle 2.6 pints (1.2 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerant, Air ConditioningSee Refrigerant . . .
Label under the hood.
*After refill, the level must be checked.
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to
fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this
manual. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in
the Index.

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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing
and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was
built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM dealer.
Engine ªVORTECº 2200 L4 ªVORTECº 4300 V6
Oil Filter PF47 PF47
Air Cleaner Filter A1163C A1163C
PCV Valve N/A CV769C
Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 24200796
Spark Plugs
41
-948 41-932
Fuel Filter GF481 GF481
Windshield Wiper Blades Trico (20 inches/51 cm) Trico (20 inches/51 cm)

Scheduled Maintenance
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Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if
any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:

Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.

Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop
-and-go traffic).

Your vehicle has the 2200 L4 (Code 5) flexible
fuel engine and you have used ethanol fuel
(85% Ethanol/E
-85).

You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or
off
-road frequently.

You frequently tow a trailer.

If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule
if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break
down sooner.
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and
Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs
first). Drive Axle Service (or 3 months, whichever
occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner
Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. Front
Wheel Bearing Repack (2WD only) (or at each brake
relining, whichever occurs first). Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Air
Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Filter
Replacement (4.3L V6 engine only).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions).
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Long Trip/Highway Intervals
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter
Replacement (4.3L V6 engine only). Engine Air
Cleaner Filter Replacement. Front Wheel Bearing
Repack (2WD only) (or at each brake relining,
whichever occurs first).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions).
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Fuel Filter
Replacement (2200 L4 engine only).
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. 4.3L V6 Engine
Only: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)
Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance
on the following pages.