Pontiac 2008 Vibe Owner's Manual page 323

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120,000 Miles (192 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,
whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation
on page 5-61 for proper rotation pattern and
additional information. (See footnote +.)
Replace engine air cleaner filter (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
on page 5-17 for more information.
Replace passenger compartment air filter.
Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every
48 months, whichever occurs first). Visually inspect
belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage.
Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control
Service.
Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration.
Adjust valve clearance to factory specifications
if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever
occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket, and lines for
damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first). Replace parts as needed. An Emission
Control Service. (See footnote †.)
Change manual transmission fluid every
30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle
is used to tow a trailer.
Change automatic transmission fluid every
60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
− In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C)
or higher.
− In hilly or mountainous terrain.
− When doing frequent trailer towing.
− Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, the fluid does not require changing.
See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 6-19 for the proper fluid to use.
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
Drain, flush, and refill the cooling system (or every
5 years, whichever occurs first). This service can be
complex; you should have your dealer/retailer perform
this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for
what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap, and neck. Pressure test cooling system
and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.
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