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Maintenance Schedule Gasoline

Normal Vehicle Use

Because of the different ways GM vehicles are used, maintenance needs vary. More frequent maintenance intervals than found in this manual may by needed. When reading this section, keep in mind the conditions under which the vehicle is operated, and adjust the maintenance intervals accordingly.

The maintenance schedules found in this manual are for vehicles that:

    • Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. Refer to Vehicle Certification Label in General Information.
    • Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits.
    • Are driven off-road in the recommended manner.
    • Use recommended unleaded fuel.

Selecting the Right Maintenance Schedule

Important: Additional maintenance recommendations are in this subsection. Also refer to Owner Checks and Services , Explanation of Scheduled Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspection .

Determine which of the two schedules is right for this vehicle. Refer to the definitions of maintenance schedules below.

Short Trip/City Maintenance Definition

Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance only if any one of the following conditions is true for this vehicle:

    • Most trips are less than 8-16 km (5-10 mi).
        This is particularly important when the outside temperature is below freezing.
    • Most trips include extensive idling, such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic.
    • Most trips are through dusty areas.
    • 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.

These conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner.

Short Trip/City Summary

The following intervals only summarize maintenance summarize maintenance schedules. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance. Refer to Maintenance Schedule - Short Trip/City .

Every 5 000 km (3,500 mi)

    • Change the Engine Oil and Filter (or 3 months, whichever comes first)
    • Lubricate the Chassis (or 3 months, whichever comes first)
    • Drive Axle Service (or 3 months, whichever comes first)

Every 10 000 km (6,000 mi)

Rotate the Tires

Every 25 000 km (15,000 mi)

    • Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter, if driving in dusty conditions
    • Inspect the Noise Shields (GVWR above 10,000 lbs only)
    • Repack the Front Wheel Bearing (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first)

Every 50 000 km (30,000 mi)

    • Replace the Engine Air Cleaner Filter
    • Replace the Fuel Filter

Every 100 000 km (60,000 mi)

    • Inspect the Engine Accessory Drive Belt
    • Inspect the Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines (7.4L Gasoline Engine) (Except California)
    • Inspect the Exhaust Gas Recirculation System (if equipped)
    • Inspect the Evaporative Control System

Every 100 000 km (166,000 mi)

    • Inspect the Spark Plug Wires
    • Replace the Spark Plugs
    • Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions)
    • Inspect the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve

Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi)

Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first)

Long Trip/Highway Definition

Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance is true. Do not use this schedule if one of the following conditions apply:

    • The vehicle is used for towing trailers.
    • The vehicle is driven in a dusty area.
    • The vehicle is used off of paved roads.

Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions cause engine oil to break down slower.

Long Trip/Highway Summary

Follow the Long Trip/Highway maintenance schedule ONLY if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City maintenance schedule is true.

The following intervals only summarize the Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule.

Every 12 500 km (7,000 mi)

    • Change the Engine Oil and Filter (or 12 every months, whichever comes first)
    • Lubricate the Chassis. (or every 12 months, whichever comes first)
    • Drive Axle Service
    • Rotate the tires.

Every 25 000 km (15,000 mi)

Inspect the Noise Shields (GVWR above 10,000 lbs. only)

Every 50 000 km (30,000 mi)

    • Fuel Filter Replacement
    • Replace the Engine air Cleaner Filter
    • Repack the Front Wheel Bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first)

Every 83 000 km (50,000 mi)

Automatic Transmission Service (vehicles over 8600 GVWR or driven under severe conditions or equipped with a diesel engine.

Every 100 000 km (60,000 mi)

    • Inspect the Engine Accessory Drive Belt
    • Inspect the Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines (7.4L Gasoline Engine) (Except California)
    • Inspect the Exhaust Gas Recirculation System (If Equipped)
    • Inspect the Evaporative Control System

Every 166 000 km (100,000 mi)

    • Inspect the Spark Plug Wires
    • Replace the Spark Plugs
    • Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions)
    • Inspect the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve

Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi)

Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).

Maintenance Schedule Diesel

Normal Vehicle Use

Because of the different ways GM vehicles are used, maintenance needs vary. More frequent maintenance intervals than found in this manual may by needed. When reading this section, keep in mind the conditions under which the vehicle is operated, and adjust the maintenance intervals accordingly.

Use the proper fluids and lubricants whenever servicing this vehicle.

The maintenance schedules found in this manual are for vehicles that:

    • Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. Refer to Vehicle Certification Label in General Information.
    • Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits.
    • Are driven off-road in the recommended manner.
    • Use recommended unleaded fuel.

Selecting the Right Maintenance Schedule

Decide which of the 2 schedules is right for this vehicle. Diesel engine vehicles have different maintenance requirements than gasoline engines. If this vehicle has a diesel engine, follow the schedule designated for diesel engines only.

Important: Additional maintenance recommendations are in this subsection. Also refer to Owner Checks and Services , Explanation of Scheduled Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspection .

Short Trip/City Maintenance Definition

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

    • Most trips are less than 8-16 km (5-10 mi).
        This is particularly important when the outside temperature is below 0°C (32°F).
    • Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic).
    • The vehicle is operated in dusty areas or off-road 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.

These conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner.

Short Trip/City Summary

The following intervals only summarize maintenance summarize maintenance schedules. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance. Refer to Maintenance Schedule - Short Trip/City .

Every 5 000 km (3,000 mi)

    • Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever comes first)
    • Chassis Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever comes first)
    • Drive Axle Service (or 3 months, whichever comes first)

Every 10 000 km (6,000 mi)

Tire Rotation

Every 25 000 km (15,000 mi)

    • Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.
    • Shields And Underhood Insulation Inspection.
    • Thermostatically Controlled Engine Cooling Fan Check (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first)
    • Air Intake System Inspection
    • Front Wheel Bearing Repack (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).

Every 40 000 km (24,000 km)

Fuel Cap Replacement (If driving in dusty conditions)

Every 50 000 km (30,000 mi)

    • Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement.
    • Fuel Filter Replacement

Every 83 000 km (50,000 mi)

Automatic Transmission Service (vehicles over 8600 GVWR or driven under severe conditions or equipped with diesel engine).

Every 100 000 km (60,000 mi)

    • Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
    • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection (if equipped)
    • Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve (CDRV) System Check

Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi)

Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first)

Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Definition

Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance is true. Do not use this schedule if one of the following conditions apply:

    • The vehicle is used for towing trailers.
    • The vehicle is driven in a dusty area.
    • The vehicle is used off of paved roads.

Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions cause engine oil to break down slower.

Long Trip/Highway Summary

Follow the Long Trip/Highway maintenance schedule ONLY if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City maintenance schedule is true.

The following intervals only summarize the Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule.

Every 12 500 km (7,500 mi)

    • Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 12 every months, whichever comes first)
    • Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever comes first)
    • Drive Axle Service

Every 25 000 km (15,000 mi)

    • Shields And Underhood Insulation Inspection.
    • Thermostatically Controlled Engine Cooling Fan Check (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first)
    • Air Intake System Inspection

Every 50 000 km (30,000 mi)

    • Fuel Filter Replacement
    • Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement.
    • Front Wheel Bearing Repack (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first)

Every 83 000 km (50,000 mi)

Automatic Transmission Service (vehicles over 8600 GVWR or driven under severe conditions or equipped with diesel engine.)

Every 100 000 km (60,000 mi)

    • Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
    • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection (if equipped)
    • Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve (CDRV) System Check

Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi)

Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first)