Engine:
        
        
            Complete diagnosis, repair, overhaul, cooling system, fuel system, lubrication system, ignition system, engine mechanical, engine control systems (ECM/PCM)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Manual (M10, M30) and Automatic (6L80, 6L90) transmission diagnosis, repair, overhaul, fluid specifications, torque converter service
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Driveshaft, differential, axles, wheel bearings, CV joints, rear-wheel drive system service
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front and rear suspension, steering system, power steering, alignment specifications, shock absorbers, struts, bushings
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Front and rear brake system (disc brakes), ABS, traction control, parking brake, hydraulic system, brake fluid specifications
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Complete wiring diagrams, lighting systems, starting and charging system, battery service, fuse and relay locations, power distribution, instrument cluster, body control modules (BCM)
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system diagnosis, repair, refrigerant handling, component replacement
        
     
    
        
            Body:
        
        
            Body panels, doors, windows, mirrors, interior trim, bumpers, seals, rust repair procedures, sheet metal repair
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Seating systems, dashboard, center console, airbags, seat belts, interior lighting, sound deadening
        
     
    
        
            Safety Systems:
        
        
            Airbag system (SRS), seat belt pre-tensioners, rollover sensing
        
     
    
        
            Infotainment:
        
        
            Radio, navigation, display systems, speaker installation and troubleshooting (limited detail in FSM)
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil change, filter replacement, fluid checks and top-offs, tire rotation, brake pad inspection, scheduled maintenance intervals
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting guides, electrical circuit testing, performance issues
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Step-by-step repair instructions for all major components and systems, component removal and installation
        
     
    
        
            Overhaul:
        
        
            Engine and transmission rebuild procedures, detailed internal component specifications
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Diagnostic procedures using scan tools (e.g., GM Tech 2 or equivalent), circuit tracing, sensor testing
        
     
    
        
            Adjustment:
        
        
            Wheel alignment, throttle body adjustment, idle speed adjustment
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive (covers all aspects from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds)
        
     
    
        
            Detail Level:
        
        
            Highly detailed with hundreds of pages, exploded diagrams, and pictures
        
     
    
        
            Diagrams:
        
        
            Detailed diagrams, schematics, and exploded views
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, or as indicated by the oil life monitoring system.
        
     
    
        
            Tire Rotation Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles or with every oil change.
        
     
    
        
            Engine Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Check every 45,000 miles, replace as needed.
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Check every 22,500 miles, replace as needed.
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement V6:
        
        
            Replace iridium plugs at 97,500 miles (LLT V6).
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement V8:
        
        
            Replace iridium plugs at 97,500 miles (LS3/L99 V8).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil V6 Spec:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Oil (API SN or dexos1™ compliant)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil V8 Spec:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Oil (API SN or dexos1™ compliant)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            GM P/N 88924353 (or equivalent orange silicate-free coolant)
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Common Issues:
        
        
            Potential for minor electrical gremlins, some reports of steering wheel shudder, exhaust manifold leaks on early models, catalytic converter issues on some V8s.
        
     
    
        
            Manual Assistance For Issues:
        
        
            The manual provides diagnostic flowcharts and repair procedures to address many common and uncommon issues.