Using The Maintenance Schedule
Because of the different ways GM vehicles are used, maintenance needs vary. More frequent maintenance intervals than found in these manual may be needed. When reading this section, keep in mind the conditions under which the vehicle is operated, and adjust the maintenance intervals accordingly.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
. Use the proper fluids and lubricants whenever servicing this vehicle.
The maintenance schedules found in this manual are for vehicle that:
| • | Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. |
| • | Use recommended unleaded fuel. |
Selecting The Right Schedule
Select the correct maintenance schedule according to the following definitions:
Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City maintenance schedule if any one of these are true:
| • | Most trips are less than 8-16 km(5-10 miles). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. |
| • | Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic. |
| • | The vehicle is operated in dusty areas frequently. |
| • | Trailer towing or using a carrier on top of the vehicle frequently. |
| • | The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi, or other commercial application. |
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Summary
These intervals summarize the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule. Refer to
Maintenance Schedule - Short Trip/City
for the complete maintenance schedule.
Every 5 000 km (3,000 mi)
| • | Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). |
| • | Chassis Lubrication (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). |
| • | Drive Axle Service (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). |
Every 10 000 km (6,000 mi)
Tire Rotation.
Every 25 000 km (15,000 mi)
| • | Automatic Transmission fluid and filter change if the vehicle is driven under one or more of the following (severe service conditions): |
| - | In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 32°C (90°F) 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, the fluid and filter change should be changed every 83 000 km (50,000 mi). |
| • | Air Cleaner Filter Inspection (if driving in dusty conditions). |
Every 50 000 km (30,000 mi)
| • | Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. |
| • | Fuel Filter Replacement. |
Every 83 000 km (50,000 mi)
Automatic Transmission fluid and filter change (non-severe service conditions).
Every 100 000 km (60,000 mi)
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 166 000 km (100,000 mi)
| • | Spark Plug Replacement. |
| • | Spark Plug Wire Inspection. |
| • | Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection. |
Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi)
Cooling System Service (or 60 months, whichever occurs first).
Long Trip/Highway Definition
Follow the Long Trip/Highway maintenance schedule ONLY if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City maintenance schedule are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads.
Long Trip/Highway Schedule Summary
These service intervals summarize the Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule. Refer to
Maintenance Schedule - Long Trip/Highway
for the complete maintenance schedule.
Every 12 500 km (7,500 mi)
| • | Engine and Oil Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). |
| • | Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). |
Every 25 000 km (15,000 mi)
Automatic Transmission fluid and filter change if the vehicle is driven under one or more of the following (severe conditions):
| • | In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 32°C (90°F) 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, the fluid and filter change should be changed every 83 000 km (50,000 mi). |
Every 50 000 km (30,000 mi)
| • | Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. |
| • | Fuel Filter Replacement |
Every 83 000 km (50,000 mi)
Automatic Transmission fluid and filter change (non-severe service conditions).
Every 100 000 km (60,000 mi)
Engine Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 166 000 km (100,000 mi)
| • | Spark Plug Replacement. |
| • | Spark Plug Wire Inspection. |
| • | Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection. |
Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi)
Cooling System Service (or 60 months, whichever occurs first).
