Segment:
Performance Sedan
Positioning:
Rear-wheel-drive, V8-powered, sport-oriented sedan offering performance comparable to European rivals.
Key Competitors:
BMW M5, Mercedes-AMG E63, Audi S7, Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat (though often positioned slightly differently).
Unique Selling Proposition:
Authentic V8 RWD performance in a comfortable, everyday sedan package, often seen as a 'sleeper' performance car.
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive, dealer-level repair information enabling owners to perform maintenance and repairs themselves, saving significant costs.
Primary Coverage:
All models and all repairs A-Z
Diagnostic Coverage:
Advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting
Estimated Pages:
Extensive (typical factory service manuals are 1000+ pages)
Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Authenticity:
Factory-issued, dealer-level technician manual
Primary Language:
English
Accessibility:
Compatible with Windows (Vista 32/64, XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000) and Mac
Powertrain:
Engine, Control System, Lube, Ignition, Starting, Charging, Automatic Transmission, Manual Transmission, Clutch, Transfer Case, Drive Shaft, Differential, Axle
Chassis:
Suspension, Tire & Wheel, Brake Control, Brakes, Parking Brake, Steering Column, Power Steering
Body And Interior:
Air Conditioning, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), Seat Belts, Engine Hood/Door, Exterior & Interior Trim, Windshield/Glass/Mirror, Instrument Panel, Seats
Electrical And Electronics:
Wiring Schematics, Electrical System, Multiplex/CAN Communication, Cruise Control, Wiper & Washer, Door Locks, Meter/Audio/Visual, Horn, Engine Immobilizer
Emissions And Fuel:
Fuel Service Specifications, Emission Control, Intake, Exhaust, Cooling
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections
Diagnostics:
System diagnosis, troubleshooting guides, symptom-based repair procedures
Repair And Rebuild:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, installation, and overhaul
Technical Specifications:
Torque specifications, clearances, fluid capacities, resistance values
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic maintenance to advanced engine/transmission rebuilds and complex electrical diagnostics
Searchability:
Searchable text content within the PDF
Printability:
All pages are printable, allowing for enlarged image printing
Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Paper:
N/A (Digital PDF format, user prints on demand)
Reader Software:
Adobe PDF Reader
Compression Software:
Winzip (or compatible decompression utility)
Engine Type:
Supercharged V8
Displacement:
6.2 Liters (376 cubic inches)
Horsepower:
580 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
551 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Induction:
Supercharged, Port Fuel Injection (PFI)
Coolant Type:
GM P/N 12346996 (Dex-Cool Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant, Orange)
Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M
Oil Capacity:
8.3 Quarts (7.9 Liters) with filter change
Type:
6-Speed Automatic Transmission (2016 model year)
Type:
6-Speed Manual Transmission (Discontinued for 2016 model year in many markets, but covered by service information if applicable)
Automatic Transmission Model:
6L90
Manual Transmission Fluid
Fluid Type:
GM P/N 88861800 (Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid) or equivalent
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Fluid Type:
GM P/N 88861800 (Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid) or equivalent
NHTSA Overall Rating:
5-Star (for models tested)
Braking System:
Brembo performance braking system with ventilated discs
Electronic Stability Control:
StabiliTrak with competitive mode
Traction Control:
Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Frontal, side-impact, and curtain airbags
Seat Belts:
3-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
System:
Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system
Features:
Touchscreen display, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, available navigation.
Features:
Available Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning.
Vehicle Communication:
CAN (Controller Area Network) bus system for module communication, extensively covered in the manual.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first, using synthetic oil.
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Engine Air Filter:
Inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), replace as needed. Recommended replacement interval often cited around 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Power Steering Fluid:
GM P/N 88861800 (Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid) or equivalent
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads and rotors due to performance driving, potential for suspension component wear due to the performance-oriented nature of the vehicle.
Potential Electrical Gremlins:
Some owners have reported minor electrical glitches; the manual's detailed wiring diagrams are crucial for diagnosis.
Chevrolet Performance Roots:
Draws on Chevrolet's long history of rear-wheel-drive performance vehicles, including iconic models like the Camaro and Corvette.
Heritage Origin:
Based on the Australian-developed Holden Commodore (VF) platform, a unique global collaboration for Chevrolet.
Production Timeline:
Produced from 2014 to 2017, representing the final generation of this performance sedan under the Chevrolet brand.
Manufacturing Location:
Adelaide, Australia (as Holden Commodore)
