Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
| Usage | Fluid/Lubricant |
| Engine Oil | Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil. See Engine Oil on page 10-8. |
| Engine Coolant | 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant.
See Engine Coolant on page 10-14. |
| Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System | DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299570, in Canada 19299571). |
| Windshield Washer | Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. |
| Automatic Transmission | ACDelco CVT Fluid (Part No. 19260800, in Canada 19299096). |
| Manual Transmission | 75W-85 Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 88862472, in Canada 88862473). |
| Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl | Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. |
| Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). |
| Weatherstrip Conditioning | Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481). |
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Additional Maintenance and Care
Your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to
avoid future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle performance, additional maintenance
services may be required.
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Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement.
Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page
5-11.
Caution
If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag
may not work properly. Do not open or break the ai ...
Dinghy Towing (with Manual Transmission)
To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground:
Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the towing vehicle.
Shift the transmission to Neutral.
Turn the ignition to ACC/ ACCESSORY.
Caution
If 113 km/h (70 mph) is exceeded while towing the vehicle ...
New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform
better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for
the first 805 km (500 mi).
Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow t ...
