Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle’s systems and components.
See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 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:
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that
correspond to the vehicle's three
control systems:
- Braking Skid — wheels are
not rolling.
- Steering or Cornering
Skid — too much speed or
s ...
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and steel fuel
door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make ...
Door Locks
WARNING
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
- Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is
...