Engine Mechanical:
Detailed procedures for disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly of the engine. Includes internal components, timing systems, cooling, lubrication, and fuel delivery.
Engine Performance:
Troubleshooting and diagnostics for engine performance issues, including air intake, exhaust, ignition, and emissions control systems.
Transmission:
Repair and service for automatic transmissions (e.g., 4L60-E variants), including internal components, torque converter, valve body, and electronic controls.
Drivetrain:
Service and repair of front and rear axle assemblies, drive shafts, universal joints, CV joints, and differential components.
Suspension:
Detailed procedures for servicing and repairing independent front and rear suspension systems, including control arms, ball joints, bushings, springs, shocks, and struts.
Steering:
Repair and maintenance of the power steering system, including steering gear, pump, lines, and steering linkage components.
Brakes:
Comprehensive coverage of the hydraulic brake system, including brake pads, rotors, calipers, master cylinder, brake lines, ABS components, and parking brake.
Electrical System:
In-depth diagnostics and repair for the vehicle's electrical system, including battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, and accessory circuits.
Body And Interior:
Procedures for body panel repair, exterior trim replacement (including grille and bumper fascia cap as per excerpt), door mechanisms, interior trim, and seating systems.
Heating Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC):
Service and repair of the HVAC system, including refrigerant handling, compressor, condenser, evaporator, blower motor, and climate control modules.
Safety Systems:
Diagnosis and repair of airbag systems, seat belt pre-tensioners, and related sensors and modules.
Diagnostics And Troubleshooting:
Extensive troubleshooting guides, diagnostic procedures, and symptom-based problem resolution for all major vehicle systems.
Scheduled Maintenance:
Detailed maintenance schedules and procedures for fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections, and component checks.
Component Replacement:
Step-by-step instructions for replacing virtually all serviceable components, from minor trim pieces to major mechanical assemblies.
Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
Includes specific diagnostic trees and procedures for identifying and resolving common and uncommon issues.
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete and detailed wiring diagrams for all electrical systems, crucial for diagnosing electrical faults.
Special Tools:
Identification of any special tools required for specific repair procedures.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance and fluid checks to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, advanced electrical diagnostics, and bodywork.
NHTSA Front Driver Impact:
Likely received 4 or 5 stars (specific ratings for these years may require manual verification or historical databases).
NHTSA Front Passenger Impact:
Likely received 4 or 5 stars.
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, optional side-impact airbags.
Seatbelts:
3-point seat belts for all seating positions, front seat pretensioners.
Oil Change:
Typically every 3,000-7,500 miles or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type. Consult manual for specific recommendations.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Often recommended around 50,000-100,000 miles, or as per severe service schedule. Check manual for specific interval.
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30 synthetic blend or full synthetic is common. Consult manual for exact viscosity and API service classification (e.g., API SN or later).
Coolant:
GM specified orange coolant (or equivalent Dex-Cool compatible).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4, consult manual for specific type.
Common Problems:
While specific issues vary, potential concerns for this era can include HVAC blend door actuators, fuel pump failures, some suspension component wear (bushings, ball joints), and occasional transmission solenoid issues. The manual will provide diagnostic steps for these.
Oil Filter:
ACDelco PF44, or equivalent aftermarket (e.g., Fram PH10158, K&N HP-3001).
