2007 Model Year Chevrolet Caprice and Lumina Service and Pre-Delivery Guide
| Subject: | 2007 Model Year Chevrolet Lumina and Caprice Service and Pre-Delivery Guide |
| Models: | 2007 Chevrolet Caprice, Lumina (Export) |
Contents
1. Description
2. Servicing Requirements
3. Tools
4. Service Changeover and Re-manufacturing Support
5. Owner Literature
6. Service Parts
7. Labor Time Guide
8. Field Early Warning Program
9. Pre-Delivery
Attachment 1. Pre-Delivery Requirements
Attachment 2. Recommended and Mandatory Special Tools
Chevrolet Lumina and Caprice 2007 model year
(This bulletin is a special introduction to the new model. Future bulletins covering this model will be regularly mailed to your dealership Service Manager and included in the Chevrolet Service Information DVD.)
The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to introduce the all new 2007 Chevrolet Lumina and Caprice and describe the action which your Service Department will need to take to ensure that you are able to fully service these exciting new models.
1. Description
The 2007 Lumina and Caprice are all new models with completely new body structure, chassis and electrical architecture.
| • | Powertrain |
| Two basic engine configurations are available (basically carried over from previous model years). |
| - | 6.0L V8 (L98 or Gen IV) |
| - | 3.6L Alloytech (LE0) |
| - | The automatic transmission on both the V6 and V8 is a GM Powertrain 4L60E (V6) or 4L65E (V8). A 6-speed Tremec manual transmission is available in the Lumina SS only. |
| • | Body and Trim |
| The body structure features a highly rigid monocoque construction which is all new for the 2007 model year. |
| The body systems, including all body electrical systems, are unique to this vehicle and are new for 2007. |
| • | Model Line-Up (carryover from 2006 model year) - there are three basic trim levels for the Middle East market. |
| - | Lumina and Caprice LS Sedan |
| - | Lumina S Sedan |
| - | Lumina and Caprice LTZ Sedan |
| - | Lumina and Caprice SS Sedan |
| - | Caprice Royale Sedan |
| - | Coupe is not available at this time. |
Body style codes as used for service parts application are summarized as follows:
| Lumina | Caprice |
|---|---|---|
LS | EK69 | EK19 |
S Pack | EK69 | N/A |
LTZ | EL69 | EL19 |
SS | EK69 | EP19 |
Royale | N/A | EZ19 |
VIN Identification
| • | Lumina Models VIN 6G1E .............. |
| • | Caprice Models VIN 6G1M .................. |
2. Servicing Requirements
-- Fluid and Lubricants
Many of the fluids and lubricants specified for the 2007 Model Year Lumina and Caprice are new. Please take the time to confirm that the fluids and lubricants listed below are available in your dealership . Please ensure that only the correct fluids and lubricants are used. Damage may result from use of incorrect materials.
Please also note that quantities are changed from the 2006 model year. Engine oil quantity has been significantly increased for the 2007 model year.
The following chart summarizes some of the most critical information. Please refer to the Service Manual and Owner handbook for a complete list.
Location | Fluid/Lubricant | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
Fuel | Operate using unleaded fuel with RON of 91 or greater (95 RON recommended) | Tank capacity 73 L |
Engine Oil | SAE 5W/30 or 10W30 SM GL-4 oil. If driving more than 10 minutes at a time in extreme conditions (higher than 180 km/h and/or rpm over 4000), use SAE 10W30 SM GL-4 oil. | V6 - 6.7 L approx. (incl. filter) V8 - 8.2 L approx. (incl. filter) |
Engine Coolant | DEX-COOL® (GM6277M) , 50% concentration | V6 - 10 L approx. V8 - 11 L approx. |
Auto Trans Oil | DEXRON® VI | V6 - 4.8 L approx. V8 - 5 L approx |
Manual Trans Oil | DEXRON® VI | 3.45 L approx |
Rear Axle | Castrol SAF - Carbon modified. | 1.6 L approx. |
Brakes | Heavy Duty Brake Fluid to "‘Dot 4 plus" or "Super Dot 4" | 900 ml approx |
Power Steering | DEXRON® VI | 650ml approx |
Battery (refer to Note below) | 12V 600CCA, 120 mins RC, 70 AH, C Terminal (RH positive) For warranty, use AC-Delco 20-72 |
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Note: The battery for the 2007 model year is located in the vehicle trunk. To prevent explosive gases from entering the passenger compartment, the battery is equipped with an external ventilation tube which carries gases to the outside of the passenger compartment. A replacement battery must incorporate the external ventilation tube feature which must be correctly fitted when the battery is installed. It is vital that in the event the battery is removed from the vehicle that the ventilation tube be securely refitted when the battery is reinstalled.
To ensure that battery is delivered in best possible condition, fuses are removed from the trunk fuse panel as well as from the instrument panel fuse panel while the vehicle is in transit. Fuses must be replaced prior to retail delivery. Refer to Attachment 1: "Pre-Delivery Instruction".
3. Tools
The following summarizes the availability of diagnostic and special service tools, manuals and training.
| • | Diagnostic Tools |
| The MY 2007 Lumina and Caprice carry over use of the General Motors Corporation Tech 2® scan tool as the primary diagnostic aid. |
| Diagnostics are written in the same format as 2006 model year Lumina and Caprice and can be accessed from GMNA TIS 2000 |
| • | Special Service Tools |
| A listing of new special tools is attached to this bulletin (refer to Attachment 2). These are tools are considered by General Motors Corporation to be essential and enable dealerships to properly support this product. It is expected that all dealerships will arrange to purchase one complete set of these tools as an absolute minimum and have these in place prior to receiving initial vehicle deliveries. Consolidation of tool orders by GMODC Dubai will enable reduction of prices through bulk ordering. Please contact GMODC Dubai to determine how to take advantage of this offer. |
| All special service tools are available from SPX, Melbourne, Australia. |
| • | Key Cutting |
| Ignition/door lock keys for the 2007 model year are of a new design featuring either attached remote key housing or attached compact "flip key" housing. A new 8-bit code will replace the previous 10-bit code and will require a new code adaptor to enable keys to be cut from key code using previously specified "Silca" key cutting equipment. |
| The 8-bit code adaptor will be classified as a mandatory tool for dealerships with Silca cutting machines. This tool will be supplied as a special order item from the key cutting machine supplier. To enable quantity discount to be obtained, GMODC will coordinate supply. Do not order this tool from SPX. Further details will be provided when available. New bitting codes will be provided via TAC. |
| Keys for 2007 model year can be copied using the existing Silca machine without use of the code adaptor which is required only for cutting keys from the bitting code. |
| • | Service Information |
| A new format has been used for distribution of Service Information. For the 2007 Model Year, Service Information will be distributed in global eSI format, via DVD. The 2007 DVD will be additional to previous SIP CDs and should be loaded to Service Department computer hard drive as well as the SIP CD. |
| Please confirm that dealership workshop computer equipment is capable of reading DVD format and has the capacity to hold both SIP and 2007 Service Information. |
| Service Information is not available on internet based systems at this stage. |
4. Service Changeover and Remanufacturing Support
| • | Automatic Transmission Assembly |
| Changeover is via SRTA program. |
| Use "SRTA" transmission as defined in the Partfinder parts catalogue |
| • | Radio |
| Changeover via repair agent is currently being negotiated with the radio manufacturing source. Initially, replacement radios are to be purchased via regular new parts source. Further announcement regarding changeover service will be made at a later date. |
| • | Tires |
| All tires used on the 2007 Lumina and Caprice are manufactured by Yokohama. Tire specifications are new for 2007 model year. |
| • | Paint |
| The original equipment paint is supplied by "PPG", a company associated with ICI Autocolor. Refinish paint is available from ICI Autocolor or from Standox. Both companies have refinish formulations developed to cover the full range of paint colors. |
5. Owner Literature
Included in the "Loose Items" pack in the vehicle trunk as shipped is a sealed package containing the following owner literature:
| • | Owner handbook in English language |
| • | Owner handbook in Arabic language |
| • | Warranty handbook/Maintenance Schedule handbook |
| • | First Aid Kit |
| • | Security card |
| - | The security card includes security data relevant to the security of the vehicle, including radio PIN, key cutting codes and remote key reprogramming code. Please request that the owner keep this card in a safe place, preferably not in the vehicle. |
| - | Note: The radio PIN is no longer required to enable radio operation if the battery is disconnected. Replacement of the radio or other components in the infotainment system will require relinking to the vehicle data bus using a Tech 2®. |
| - | Security numbers are available from TAS in the event that the card is misplaced. |
6. Service Parts Issues
Parts catalogue
Parts for 2007 Lumina and Caprice will be listed in the Partfinder CD and will be distributed via GMODC, Regional marketing Office, Dubai.
2007 Model Year listings will be provided beginning with the August 2006 issue of International Partfinder.
7. Warranty Claims
The Labor Time Guide for the 2007 Lumina and Caprice will be distributed via WINS GMNA and will be made available September 2006.
8. Field Early Warning Program
Extensive test programs and close monitoring of the performance of vehicles which have been retailed in other markets provides a high level of confidence in the quality of the new Lumina and Caprice. However, we are aware that the unique requirements of the Middle Eastern region may uncover new problems which will need to be addressed promptly. We are vitally concerned that any so far undetected problems related to any aspect of the supply or performance of the Lumina and Caprice are identified and corrected without delay and seek the assistance of all dealerships in alerting us to any problems that you may identify.
Any problems at all should be brought to our attention, from ordering or supply problems, design concerns, through product problems or difficulties in servicing or parts procurement.
To assist in the reporting of any such problems, Dealerships are requested to outline details of the problem using the Field Product Report form (FPR) which is normally used for reporting product problems and forwarding it to GMODC TAC.
It is proposed that the Field Early Warning Program should operate until the end of December 2006.
Quality or operating improvements made as a result of the Field Early Warning program will be shown in regular Service Bulletins
9. Pre-Delivery Requirements
The shipping protection applied prior to export of the Lumina and Caprice is intended to protect it against the effect of transit conditions. In the event that any deterioration is noted following delivery, which is the result of the effect of shipping degradation, this should be referred immediately to TAC who will initiate action required to prevent on-going problems. Removal of shipping protection and other action required in addition to normal PDI activities is detailed on Attachment. 1
Attachment 1 - Pre-Delivery Instructions
Delivery Condition
Vehicles are delivered in the following condition:
| • | Paint Protection "Rapguard" film is applied to external horizontal painted surfaces to provide protection from ultra violet light, fallout and chemical attack from bird droppings, etc. This covering is to be removed within 6 months of the vehicle build date. |
| • | A heavier grade of adhesive film "Scotchcal" is applied to front and rear fascia and provides protection against minor contact in transit. This needs to be removed immediately if the vehicle is placed in storage and/or within 6 months of vehicle build |
| • | Interior protection package comprising: |
| - | Seat cover on front driver's seat |
| - | Plastic film on front floor (driver's) carpet |
| - | Plastic protective tape on driver's door sill plate |
| • | Brake disc corrosion protection covers |
| • | Spring chocks fitted between front suspension spring coils on Lumina S and Lumina SS |
| • | Certain fuses have been removed during transit to minimize battery drain. (These fuses are identified below.) |
| • | A "loose parts" package is provided in the vehicle trunk. This package includes the following components: |
| - | Security data card |
| - | Owner literature pack including Owner Manual, warranty and maintenance booklet, first aid kit and license plate attaching screws |
| - | Wheel trims |
| - | Wheel nut covers (alloy wheels only) |
| - | Floor carpet mats and retainer(s) for each mat where required by vehicle specification |
| - | Spare ignition and instrument panel compartment keys |
| - | Fire extinguisher |
| - | "Zip lock" plastic bag containing fuses which were removed at Port of Exit |
| - | Cigar lighter plungers |
| - | Took kit containing pliers, screwdriver and pressure gauge |
| • | Tires are inflated to 413 kPa (60 psi) for transportation and storage flat spot prevention |
| • | Note: Tie down during shipment is now via wheel lashing and the tie down brackets which were used through model year 2006 are NO LONGER NECESSARY. |
Pre-Delivery Requirements
1. Glove Compartment Owner Literature Pack and Security Data Card
The Glove Compartment owner literature pack packaged within the "loose items" box in the vehicle trunk. Locate the following items and place them in the vehicle glove compartment.
| • | Owner handbook in English language |
| • | Owner handbook in Arabic language |
| • | Warranty and Maintenance handbook |
| • | First Aid kit |
| • | Vehicle security card. This card shows all security data for the vehicle including key codes, BCM Security Code and radio PIN. This should be provided to the customer during the delivery process and the customer advised to keep it in a safe place. It is also considered to be good practice for the Service Department of your dealership to retain a copy of this card |
2. Loose Items Pack Items
Install the following components:
| • | Fuses - refer to details below |
| • | Fire extinguisher to bracket at the front of the driver's seat |
| • | Floor mats (where specified) |
| • | Wheel covers (steel wheels) / hub caps and wheel nut covers (alloy wheels) |
| • | Cigar light plungers to ashtray in front and rear console |
| • | Tool kit to tray beneath the spare wheel |
3. Rapgard and Scotchcal Removal
Under normal circumstances, the Rapgard and Scotchcal film should easily peel away from the surface and leave no residue. Disposal of the removed film can be by incineration. It does not cause toxic smoke and the residue is a non-harmful ash.
Note: Films may become brittle and difficult to remove if left on the paint surface for periods in excess of 6 months.
If the vehicle is to be stored for a period greater than 6 months it is recommended that the Rapgard be removed. If protection is still required, replace with a similar material supplied by Kansai Paint Co. or KATS wax coating. Other materials are not recommended as some have been found to damage the paint film.
4. Interior Protection Removal
Within 6 months of the vehicle build date and prior to vehicle retail delivery, remove all of the components of the interior protection package as described above. Shipping protection materials should be removed and disposed of as industrial waste. Do not incinerate due to possible toxic fumes
5. Brake Disc Protection Covers
These impregnated plastic covers, which are fitted to the brake discs behind the wheels, can be removed by tearing them away from the brake disc area. There is no need to remove the wheels. Care should be taken to ensure that all protective material is fully removed.
6. Front Spring Chock Removal
Front spring chocks are fitted to S and SS Lumina models only.
Raise the front of the vehicle using a garage jack or two post hoist. With wheels at full hang, chocks may be removed by pulling out by hand.
Use the correct jacking location - center of the front crossmember or a shown on page 6-10 of the owner handbook.
7. Fuse Installation
Fuses shown below are removed from the Instrument panel and trunk fuse compartments prior to vehicle shipment and must be replaced at PDI. This should be left until the vehicle is being prepared for retail delivery, as additional battery drain will be experienced following fuse installation.
Trunk located fuses:
F1 | 10A | RED |
F2 | 30A | GREEN |
F3 | 10A | RED |
F4 | 15A | BLUE |
