Recommended Fluids And Lubricants - Chevrolet 2008 Uplander Owner's Manual

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake,
set the parking brake.
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To check the parking brake's holding ability:
With the engine running and the transmission
in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure
from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the
vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
•
To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding
ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P).
Then release the parking brake followed by the
regular brake.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care
to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other
debris can collect.
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number, or specification can be obtained from
your dealer/retailer.
Usage
Engine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Engine Oil Certified for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle's
engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-13.
50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
Engine Coolant
Coolant. See Engine Coolant
on page 5-22.
Hydraulic Brake Delco
System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Fluid/Lubricant
®
Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
®
6-11