User Guide

I
NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute
Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failure to
use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered by
your
warranty.
GM
Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the
requirements for your vehicle.
Engine Oil Additives
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your GM dealer is ready to advise if you
think something should be added.
When
to
Change Engine Oil
See if any one of these is true for you:
0
Most trips are less than
5
to
10
miles
(8
to
16
km). This is particularly
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop and
important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
go
traffic).
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You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off-road frequently.
0
You frequently tow a trailer
or
use a carrier on top
of
your vehicle.
If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil
and filter every
3,000
miles
(5
000
km)
or
3
months
-
whichever comes
first.
If
none of them is true, change the oil and filter every
7,500
miles
(12
500
km) or
12
months
-
whichever comes first.
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