Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle’s systems and components.
See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑12 for GM approved fluids.
• Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be checked at every fuel fill.
• Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled.
See also:
Checking Coolant
The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for more information on location.
The vehicle must ...
Driving on Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade.
If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so much
that they would get hot and ...
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indi ...