SECTION 0B - LUBRICATION AND SERVICE

IMPORTANT

Before performing any Service Operation or other procedure described in this Section, refer to Section

00 CAUTIONS AND NOTES for correct workshop practices with regard to safety and/or property

damage.

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

This Section provides details of the lubricants recommended for V2 Series Models. Also included in this Section

are instructions on the time or distance intervals at which services should be carried out.

CAPACITIES CHART

LITRES (APPROXIMATE)

CAPACITIES 3.8 Litre V6 Supercharged 5.7 Litre GEN III V8

Engine Oil Pan Refill (Less oil filter) 4.5 5.2

Add for Oil Filter 0.3 0.3

Supercharger 0.12 -

Manual Transmission N/A 4.4

Automatic Transmission - Dry total 7.9 10.6

- Service refill 4.8 5

Cooling System 12 12

- Coolant Concentrate by volume HN2043 at 50% GM6277M at 50%

Brake Hydraulic System 0.616 0.616

Final Drive 1.6 1.6

Power Steering 0.70 0.80

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2. ENGINE LUBRI CATION AND SERVICE

2.1 ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY AND CLASSIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS

The grade of crankcase oil should be selected to give the best performance under the climatic and driving

conditions in the territory in which the vehicle is operated. When the crankcase is drained and refilled, the

crankcase oil should be selected, not on the basis of the existing temperature at the time of the change, but on

the ambient temperature range anticipated for the period during which the oil will be used.

For V2 Series Models , use 10W/30 ILSAC GF2 engine oil f or general use and high am bient temper atures in both

3.8 litre Supercharged V6 and 5.7 litre GEN III V8 engines. If this oil is unavailable, use SG, SH or SJ engine oil

with a viscosity of 20W/50 or 15W/40.

NOTE 1: Non-detergent and low quality oils are specifically not recommended.

NOTE 2: Only low phosphorous engine oils must be used. Just as lead can contaminate the ceramic monolith

inside the catalytic converter, s o can phosphorous . Most leading brands of engine oil now limit phosphor us levels

to safe limits.

NOTE 3: ‘Break-in’ oils, ‘tune-up’ compounds, ‘friction reducing’ compounds and other additives should not be

used unless recommended by Holden. Their use will only increase operating costs and may contaminate the

ceramic monolith inside the catalytic converter, rendering it unservicable.

2.2 CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

CHECK

1. Ensure engine is at normal operating

temperature (idle for 10 minutes or equivalent).

2. Park vehicle on level surf ace (as this will aff ect

the accuracy indicated on dipstick and this is a

critical requirement).

3. Do not check oil level for at least 10 minutes

after engine shut down to allow oil to drain back

into the oil pan.

4. Remove dipstick and wipe clean.

5. Install dipstick, ensuring that it is fully seated.

Slowly remove to avoid smearing, then hold

horizontally or with the lower end slightly down,

to avoid oil running along dipstick.

NOTE: Install V6 Supercharged engine dipstick

with the FULL/ADD marks facing towards centre

line of engine. This aspect is very important due to

the angle that the dipstick enters the oil in the oil

pan.

6. Observe the oil level where it passes over the

centre line of the dipstick.

If the engine oil level is below the ADD mark on

the dipstick, using the specified engine oil (refer

to 2.1 ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY AND

CLASSIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS in

this Section), top up oil level until the oil

reaches the full mark;

FULL mark on V6 Supercharged engines.

Line after the hatched section on GEN III V8

engines.

7. When topping up the engine oil, allow

approximately 10 minutes for the oil added to

fully drain into the oil pan.

T20B003

Figure 0B-1 V6 Supercharged engine oil dipstick

V20B001

Figure 0B-2 GEN III V8 engine oil dipstick

2.3 ENGINE OIL - CHANGE

NOTE 1: Quicker and more complete draining will

occur if the engine oil is at operating temperature.

However, care must be taken to avoid scalding

from the hot oil.

NOTE 2: While all oil pans are alum inium , they are

fitted with steel thread inserts to increase durability

of the thread and to avoid thread tearing when the

drain plug is removed from a hot engine.

1. Raise the engine hood and remove the oil fill

cap.

2. Raise the vehicle front and support with safety

stands. Refer to Section 0A GENERAL

INFORMATION in this Service Information.

3. On vehicles with GEN III V8 engines, remove

the four oil pan under-tray securing bolts (2)

and remove under-tray (1).

4. Clean any foreign material from around the oil

pan drain plug.

5. Place an oil drain tray beneath the engine.

6. Us ing a suitable wrench rem ove the drain plug,

taking care to avoid sc alding with the hot waste

oil.

Figure 0B-3 GEN III V8 oil pan under-tray

7. W hen the oil has dr ained sufficiently, install the

drain plug, after inspecting and cleaning the

threads. The drain plug O-ring seal may be re-

used if not cut or damaged. Tighten the drain

plug to the correct torque specification.

8. On vehicles with GEN III V8 engines, reinstall

the oil pan under-t ray and tighten securing bolts

to the correct torque specification.

V6 ENGINE OIL PAN DRAIN PLUG

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 40 – 55 Nm

GEN III V8 ENGINE OIL

PAN DRAIN PLUG 25 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

OIL PAN UNDER TRAY SECURING BOLT

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 30 – 35 Nm

Figure 0B-4 V6 Engine oil pan drain plug

9. Lower the vehicle and fill the crankcase with the

specified engine oil, refer to

2.1 ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY AND

CLASSIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS in

this Section.

10. Start the engine and check for oil leaks.

Figure 0B-5 GEN III V8 engine oil pan drain plug

2.4 ENGINE OIL FILTER

The full-flow oil filter, filters all the engine oil delivered by the oil pump. Accordingly, the oil filter should be replaced

at the time or distance intervals specified in 9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this Section (or the V2 Series

Owner’s Handbook) or whenever the engine oil is contaminated by foreign material and/or liquids.

Under prolonged dusty conditions, it is recommended that the oil filter be replaced more often.

NOTE: Whenever the oil f ilter is r eplac ed, an additional quantity of the recommended engine oil m us t be added to

fill the dry filter. Refer to the CAPACITIES CHART in this Section.

REPLACE

1. Raise the vehicle front and support with safety

stands. Refer to Section 0A GENERAL

INFORMATION in this Service Information.

2. On vehicles with GEN III V8 engines, remove

the four oil pan under-tray securing bolts (2)

and remove under-tray (1).

Figure 0B-6 GEN III V8 oil pan under-tray

3. Place an oil drain tray beneath the engine and

remove the oil filter (1), using a commercially

available tool, taking care to avoid being

scalded with the hot waste oil.

4. After checking that the filter seal has not

adhered to the oil pan flange, inspect the oil

filter sealing surface for scratches or other

damage and check the oil filter adaptor threads

for damage.

NOTE: If necessary, refer to relevant Engine

Mechanical Sections in this Service Information for

information on how to remove and install the oil

filter adaptor.

5. Smear some new engine oil onto the new filter

seal, then install filter assembly to engine.

6. For V6 Supercharged engine screw filter into

place until the s eal contacts the m ating surf ace

of the adaptor and tighten a further 2/3 of a

turn.

For GEN III V8 engine; tighten oil filter to the

correct torque specification.

GEN III V8 ENGINE OIL FILTER

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 30 Nm

7. Clean any excess oil of filter and adaptor.

8. On vehicles with GEN III V8 engines, reinstall

the oil pan under-tray and tighten securing bolts

to the correct torque specification.

OIL PAN UNDER-TRAY SECURING BOLT

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 30 – 35 Nm

9. Lower the vehicle and check the oil level. Start

engine and check for leaks. Repair as

necessary.

NOTE: The oil level needs to be rechecked and oil

added as necessary, after running the engine, to

compensate for oil used to refill the oil filter. Refer

to 2.2 CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL in this

Section for the recommended checking procedure.

Figure 0B-7 V6 engine oil filter

Figure 0B-8 GEN III V8 engine oil filter

2.5 ENGINE VENTILATION SYSTEM

All V2 Series Model engine ventilation systems, use

a P.C.V. valve and utilise engine vacuum to draw

blow-by gases into the combustion chambers

where they are recycled through the combustion

process.

The location of the P.C.V. valve on a V6

Supercharged engine is in the LH rear of the

supercharger assembly, and GEN III engine it is

externally mounted between the valve cover and

the throttle body.

For service instructions covering the testing,

removal and installation procedures of the

P.C.V. valve, depending on the engine variant,

refer to Section 6E1 EMISSION CONTROL -

V6 ENGINE (V6 Supercharged engines) or

Section 6E3 EMISSION CONTROL - GEN III V8

ENGINE (GEN III V8 engine) in the VT Series II

Service Information.

Figure 0B-9 V6 Supercharged engine P.C.V. valve

Figure 0B-10 GEN III V8 engine P.C.V. valve

2.6 FUEL FILTER

The f uel f ilter is located on the pr es sur e s ide of the high pr es sur e fuel pum p and is attached to the floor pan

of the vehicle, behind the final drive assembly.

Refer to Fig. 0B-11 for fuel filter location.

The fuel filter (1) must be replaced at the time or distance intervals specified in 9.2 MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE in this Section or in the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

For service instructions covering the removal and installation of the fuel filter, depending on the engine

variant, refer to Section 6C1 POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENT - V6 ENGINE (V6 Supercharged engine) or

Section 6C3 POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENT - GEN III V8 ENGINE in the VT Series Service Information.

Figure 0B-11

2.7 AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

The air cleaner elem ent m ay be partially cleaned of

dust by lightly tapping the element. It should not be

washed or oiled. The time or distance intervals at

which the element requires servicing depend on

vehicle operating conditions. Under dusty

conditions, the element should be checked for

restriction more often than for normal city

operation. Refer 9.2 MAINENANCE SCHEDULE in

this Section for additional information on when the

element should be serviced.

Fig. 0B-12 shows the location of the element for a

typical air cleaner assembly.

For service instructions covering the removal

and installation of the air cleaner element,

dependent on the engine type, refer to

Section 6C1 POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENT - V6

ENGINE (V6 Supercharged engine) or

Section 6C3 POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENT -

GEN III V8 ENGINE in the VX Series I Service

Information.

Figure 0B-12

2.8 EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL CANISTER

The Evaporative Emission Control (EEC) canister is attached to the underbody on all V2 Series Models,

regardless of the engine configuration.

The canister should be serviced at the time or distance intervals specified in 9.2 MAINENANCE

SCHEDULE in this Section or in the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

The canister (1) location is shown in Fig. 0B-13.

For service instructions covering the testing, removal and reinstallation of the EEC canister, depending on

the engine variant, refer to Section 6E1 EMISSION CONTROL - V6 ENGINE (V6 and V6 Supercharged

engines) or Sect ion 6E3 EMISSION CONT RO L - GEN III V8 ENGINE (GEN III V8 engine) in the VT Series

II Service Information.

Figure 0B-13

2.9 COOLING SYSTEM

V6 SUPERCHARGED ENGINE

The cooling system is filled initially with a coolant mixture comprising 50% water and 50% inhibited ethylene

Glycol to Holden Specification HN2043.

CAUTION: Do not remove the radiator cap w hen the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding fluid and steam

can be blown out under pressure if the cap is removed.

The c ooling system is designed to us e f or mulated coolant ( a mixtur e of inhibited ethylene glycol and water), rather

than plain water. The coolant solution must be used year round.

Inhibited ethylene glycol conforming to Holden Specification HN2043 is named ‘New Formula Long Life All

Seasons Coolant’, and is available in the following quantities:

1 Litre, P/N 92140054*

5 Litre, P/N 92140057*

20 Litre, P/N 92140055*

* Always check with the latest Holden spare parts information for the correct part number before ordering parts.

NOTE: Do not m ix dif ferent types of anti-freeze or c orrosion inhibitors as they may be incom patible. If a different

type has been used in the cooling system, flush the system with clean water.

The water used for mixing with inhibited glycol c oncentrate mus t be of low dissolved salt content, pr eferably tank

water or demineralised water.

CHECK

Turn the coolant dipstick cap one eighth of a turn

anti-clockwise and slowly pull out the dipstick.

There ar e two triangles on the dipstick repr esenting

the Minimum ▲ and Maximum ▼ levels.

When the coolant is cold, the coolant level should

be at or above the Minimum ▲ triangle m ark on the

dipstick. After the engine has been driven and the

engine is at the normal operating temperature, the

level should be somewhere between the Minimum

▲ and Maximum ▼ triangles.

If the coolant level is correct, replace the dipstick

and turn the cap one eighth of a turn clockwise to

secure.

If the coolant level is low, add enough of a pre-

mixed coolant solution of water and a good quality

inhibited ethylene glycol (meeting Holden

specification HN2043) to bring the level up to the

proper mark.

When the level is correct, replace the dipstick and

turn the cap one eighth of a turn clockwise to

secure.

It is of the utmost importance to maintain the

correct concentration level of glycol in the cooling

system.

To ensure the specified glycol concentration is

maintained in the engine coolant, the coolant

concentration must be checked at the time or

distance intervals outlined in 9.2 MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE in this Section or in the V2 Series

Owner’s Handbook.

Check coolant concentration as outlined in

Section 6B1-2 ENGINE COOLING - V6

SUPERCHARGED in the VT Series I Service

Information.

It is recom mended that the coolant be drained, the

system flushed and refilled with clean water and

radiator coolant at the tim e or distance intervals set

out in 9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this

Section or the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

T20B013

Figure 0B-14

Aluminium radiators should be protected at all times by a coolant that is specifically recommended for use with

aluminium. Aluminium radiators may be destroyed by the caustic solutions found in some cleaners or the

chemicals used in some antifreeze’s and inhibitors.

For cooling system filling instructions, refer to Section 6B1-2 ENGINE COOLING - V6 SUPERCHARGED in the

VT Series II Service Information.

GEN III V8 ENGINE

CAUTION: Do not remove coolant surge tank cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding fluid and

steam can be blown out under pressure if the cap is removed.

The cooling system is designed to use a specific coolant (a mixture of DEX-COOL® coolant to GM Specif ication

6277M coolant additive and water), rather than plain water.

The use of this orange coloured coolant additive also raises the boiling point and increases the cooling system

efficiency. For this reason, it is of the utmost importance that the correct concentration level of DEX-COOL® is

maintained in the cooling system.

Addition of plain water into the cooling system when 'topping-up' may dilute the coolant mixture to a point where

the specific properties of DEX-COOL® become ineffective.

The coolant should comprise of a mixture 50% DEX-COOL® (GM Specification 6277M) with 50% clean, good

quality water.

NOTE: Do not mix different types of antifreeze or corrosion inhibitors as they may be incompatible. If a

different type has been used in the cooling system, flush the system with clean water, refer to

Section 6B3 ENGINE COOLING - GEN III V8 ENGINE in this Service Information.

The water used for mixing with DEX-COO L c oolant must be of low diss olved salt c ontent, pr ef erably tank water or

demineralised water.

CHECK

The coolant level can be externally checked at the

coolant surge tank. With the engine cold, the

coolant level should be at the FU LL COLD m ark on

the front of the coolant surge tank.

Pre-mixed coolant (50% DEX-COOL® to GM

Specification 6277M with 50% clean, good quality

water) may be added as necessary to bring the

level shown on the coolant surge tank but only

when the engine is cold.

It is of the utmost importance to maintain the

correct concentration level of glycol in the cooling

system.

To ensure the specified glycol concentration is

maintained in the engine coolant, the coolant

concentration must be checked at the time or

distance intervals outlined in 9.2 MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE in this Section or in the V2 Series

Owner’s Handbook.

Check coolant concentration as outlined in

Section 6B3 - ENGINE COOLING - GEN III V8

ENGINE in the VT Series II Service Information.

It is recom mended that the coolant be drained, the

system flushed and refilled with clean water and

radiator coolant at the tim e or distance intervals set

out in 9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this

Section or in the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

Figure 0B-15

Aluminium radiators should be protected at all times by a coolant that is specifically recommended for use with

aluminium. Aluminium radiators may be destroyed by the caustic solutions found in some cleaners or the

chemicals used in some antifreeze’s and inhibitors.

For cooling system filling ins truct ions, ref er to Section 6B3 - ENGINE CO OLING – G EN III V8 ENGINE in the VT

Series II Service Information.

3. MANUAL TRANSMI SSION LUBRICATION AND SERVICE

3.1 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT

The recommended lubricant for the Tremec, Type T56, 6 speed manual transmission (production option

MM6) is fluid qualified to Dexron® III (to Holden specification HN2126).

3.2 CHECKING TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT LEVEL

The lubr icant level is to be c hec k ed at the time or distance intervals detailed in 9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

in this Section or in the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

Important: This transmission is classified as

being a ‘Fill for Life’ transmission and periodic

checking of the lubricant level is not required.

The only time that fluid level checking would be

appropriate, would be af ter cor r ection of a fluid leak

from the transmission or if the transmission had

been removed from the vehicle.

1. Rais e the vehicle front and rear and support on

safety stands, ensur ing that the vehicle is level.

Refer to Section 0A GENERAL

INFORMATION in this Service Information, for

the location of jacking points.

2. Place a drain tray beneath transmission and

remove transmission filler plug (1) from left

hand side of transmission case (2), using a 3/8”

drive socket bar.

NOTE: Depending on the severity of the loss, fluid

will probably flow from the filler plug hole, following

removal.

3. Allow excess fluid to drain until flow stops. If

required, top up fluid level until it does flow out.

Figure 0B-16

4. Clean the threads of the filler plug, apply

thread sealant such as Loctite 565 or

equivalent (GM P/N 12346004), then install

filler plug, tightening to the correct torque

specification. Do not apply Teflon thread tape

to the plug threads.

TRANSMISSION FILLER PLUG

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 20 – 34 Nm

5. Remove the back-up lamp switch as follows:

a. Remove wiring harness connector (1) from

switch, located on the right hand side of the

transmission case.

Figure 0B-17

b. Loosen, then remove switch (arrow) from

the transmission case.

6. Using commercially available fluid dispensing

equipment, add a measured, 0.5 litres of the

recomm ended lubr ic ant to the trans miss ion, via

the back-up lamp switch threaded hole in the

transmission case.

7. Apply Loctite 565 or equivalent (GM P/N

12346004), to the cleaned threads of the back-

up lamp switch.

8. Install switch to transmission case and tighten

to the correct torque specification.

BACK-UP LAMP SWITCH

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 20 – 34Nm

9. Install wiring harness connector to switch.

10. Remove safety stands and lower vehicle to

ground.

11. Check back-up lamp operation.

Figure 0B-18

3.3 DRAINING AND REFILLING TRANSMISSION

Should a lubricant change be required, then the following procedure should be adopted.

NOTE: Periodic transmission lubricant changes are not necessary. However, the lubricant should be changed

when overhauling the transmission.

1. To drain transmiss ion, jac k up vehicle f ront and

rear and support on safety stands.

Refer to Section 0A GENERAL

INFORMATION in this Service Information, for

the location of jacking points.

2. Place a drain tray beneath transmission and

remove filler plug (refer to item 1 in

Figure 0B-16) and then the drain plug (1) from

the transmission extension housing using a

3/8” drive socket bar.

3. After draining, clean the threads of the drain

plug, apply thread sealant such as Loctite 565

or equivalent (GM P/N 12346004), then install,

tightening to the correct torque specification.

NOTE: Do not apply Teflon thread tape to the plug

threads.

TRANSMISSION DRAIN PLUG

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 20 – 34 Nm

4. Refill transmission to the correct level

with Dexronâ III transmission fluid (to

Holden specification HN2126) as outlined in

3.2 CHECKING TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT

LEVEL in this Section.

Figure 0B-19

4. AUTOM ATIC TRANSMISSI ON LUBRICATION AND SERVICE

4.1 RECOMMENDED FLUID

The automatic transmission for V2 Series Models requires fluid qualified to Dexron® III (to Holden specification

HN2126).

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4.2 CHECKING TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL

The transmission fluid level dipstick (1) is located

on the left hand side of the engine (if viewed from

the front of the vehicle), refer to Fig. 0B-20.

1. Bring transmission to normal operating

temper ature (82 to 94°C) (or drive vehic le for a

distance of 24 km).

NOTE: As temperature affects transmission fluid

levels, this operation must be carried out with the

transmission at normal operating temperature. If

the vehicle is not at normal operating temperature,

and the proper checking procedures are not

followed, the result could be a false reading of the

fluid level on the dipstick.

2. Park vehicle on level ground.

3. Place selector lever in ‘P’ (PARK) position.

4. Apply park brake.

5. Let engine idle for 3 minutes with accessories

(i.e. air conditioning) turned off.

6. Lift the coloured dipstick locking lever, remove

dipstick and check fluid level.

The fluid level should be within the HOT

(hatched) area of the dipstick. If the level is

below this area, add only enough Dexron® III

fluid to bring the level into the HOT (hatched)

area of the dipstick.

NOTE 1: Inaccurate readings will result if the fluid

level is checked immediately after the vehicle has

been operating under any of the following

conditions:

• In high ambient temperatures above 32°C.

• At sustained high speeds

• In heavy city traffic during hot weather.

• Towing

• In commercial use (i.e. taxi)

If the vehicle has been operating under any of the

above conditions, switch of the engine and allow

the vehicle to cool for approximately 30 minutes,

then restart the vehicle and continue from step 2.

NOTE 2: The cold m arkings on the dipstick should

only be used as an indicator when initially filling the

transmission after the fluid has been completely

drained. The fluid should be rechecked when the

transmission is hot.

NOTE 3: Due to the shape of the filler tube, level

readings may be misleading. Look carefully for full

fluid ring on both sides of the dipstick. Recheck if

any doubt of fluid level exists.

NOTE 4: Also check the fluid for contamination,

discolouration or if it smells burnt. This gives an

indication that frictional materials within the

transmission may need replacement. Refer to

Section 7C3 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION in

the VT Series II Service Information for additional

information.

Figure 0B-20

0.5 lt.

T20B006

Figure 0B-21

4.3 FLUID CHANGE

The transmission fluid and strainer should be changed at the time or distance intervals specified in

9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this Section or in the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

When changing the transmission fluid, refer to Section 7C1 AUTO TRANS. - GENERAL INFORMATION -

2.2 FLUID CHANGE AND FILTER REPLACEMENT the VT Series II Service Information.

5. BRAKE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SERVICE

SAFETY AND CAUTIONARY NOTE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS/ETC:

Whenever any component that forms part of the ABS or ABS/ETC is disturbed during Service

Operations, it is vital that the complete ABS or ABS/ETC system is checked, using the procedure as

detailed in 4 DIAGNOSIS, ABS or ABS/ETC FUNCTION CHECK, in Section 12L ABS & ABS/ETC, in the

VT Series I (V6) or VT Series II (GEN III V8) Service Information.

5.1 RECOMMENDED FLUID

The recommended fluid for the V2 Series brake hydraulic system is heavy duty brake fluid to Holden’s

Specification HN1796.

5.2 BRAKE FLUID LEVEL CHECK

Check that the fluid level is between the MIN and

MAX level markings on the translucent reservoir

housing.

NOTE: If the fluid is between the markings, do not

rem ove r eser voir c ap, as brake fluid ex pos ed to the

atmosphere will quickly absorb moisture.

Should the addition of fluid be required, wipe clean

the sides of the reservoir cover, then unclip and

remove the reservoir cap. Top up fluid using heavy

duty brake fluid to Holden’s Specification HN1796.

T20B014

Figure 0B-22

5.3 BRAKE FLUID REPLACEMENT

The entire fluid content of the brake hydraulic system must be changed at the time or distance intervals

specified in 9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this Section or in the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

Due to the complexities of the brake f luid replacement procedure, refer to Section 5A BRAKES in this Service

Information, noting the following:

When bleeding brakes on vehicles with ABS or ABS/ETC, refer to Section 12L ABS & ABS/ETC in the

VT Series Service Information (V6 Supercharged engine) or VT Series II Service Information (GEN III V8

engine).

6. CLUTCH HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SERVICE

6.1 RECOMMENDED FLUID

The recommended fluid for the V2 Series clutch hydraulic system is heavy duty brake fluid to Holden’s

specification HN1796.

6.2 CLUTCH FLUID LEVEL CHECK

Check that the fluid level is between the two level

markings on the translucent reservoir housing.

NOTE: If the fluid is between the markings, do not

rem ove r eser voir c ap, as brake fluid ex pos ed to the

atmosphere will quickly absorb moisture.

Should the addition of fluid be required, wipe clean

the outer surface of the reservoir cap, then unscrew

and remove the reservoir cap. Top up fluid using

heavy duty brake fluid to Holden’s Specification

HN1796.

Figure 0B-23

6.3 CLUTCH FLUID REP LACEMENT

The entire fluid content of the clutch hydraulic system must be changed at the time or distance intervals

specified in 9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this Section or the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

To replace the clutch hydraulic fluid, refer to Section 7A CLUTCH in the VT Series II Service Information.

7. FINAL DRIVE LUBRICATION AND SERVICE

7.1 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT

Refer to the following chart for recommended lubricant specifications and applications.

ENGINE/FINAL DRIVE

TYPE RECOMMENDED

LUBRICANT

V6 SUPERCHARGED

EXCLUDING LSD 1.6 Litres of Synthetic

Hypoid Gear Oil SAE

80W – 140

such as

Mobillube SHC ID

Castrol SAF – XA

ALL GEN III V8 AND V6

SUPERCHARGED

WITH LSD

1.5 Litres of Synthetic

Hypoid Gear Oil SAE

80W – 140

such as

Mobillube SHC ID

Castrol SAF – XA

and

0.1 Litres of Sturaco

7098 Oil Additive

7.2 CHECKING FINAL DRIVE LUBRICANT LEVEL

The final drive lubricant level should be checked at

the time or distance intervals specified in

9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this Section or

in the V2 Series Owner’s Handbook.

To check final drive level:

1. Ensure the vehicle is level.

2. The final drive assembly is cold.

3. Clean the area around the filler plug (1).

4. Using a suitable socket and bar, remove the

filler plug.

5. The level is correct when the lubricant is at the

bottom of the filler plug hole.

6. Inspect filler plug for damage, if satisfactory,

refit into the final drive housing.

Figure 0B-24

7.3 PERIODIC SERVICING

Periodic draining of the final drive assembly is not

necessary.

Check for lubricant leaks at every service. If there

is evidence of leakage, repair leak and add

lubricant, if necessary, to the correct level.

The final drive breather (1) should be checked

regularly to ensure that the hose is not kinked or

damaged.

The top end of the breather hose should be

inserted at least 25 m m into the vehicle underbody

crossmember hole (2).

Figure 0B-25

8. POWER STEERING

8.1 RECOMMENDED FLUID

The recommended fluid for the V2 Series power steering system is automatic transmission fluid, qualified to

Dexron ® III (to Holden specification HN2126).

8.2 CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

V6 SUPERCHARGED ENGINE

The power steering fluid level is checked by

viewing the fluid through the transparent plastic

side of the reservoir (refer Fig. 0B-26) which is

mounted to a bracket attached to the cooling fan

shroud.

If the f luid is cold, the level should be in the ‘COLD’

range. Similarly, if it is hot, the f luid should be in the

‘HOT’ range. If the fluid level is at the low side of

either range, fluid should be added to bring the f luid

to the correct level.

Figure 0B-26

GEN III V8 ENGINE

With t he en gin e dress co v er remov ed; the power

steering fluid level is checked in the same way as

the V6 Supercharged engine power s teering fluid is

checked, noting the following:

The power steering reservoir is mounted on the

front left hand side of the engine, above the power

steering pump.

With t he engine dress cov er installed; c heck the

power steering fluid level by viewing the fluid

through the cut away in the engine dress cover at

the front of the engine.

The fluid level should be in the range of ‘MIN

COLD’ and ‘MAX HOT’ depending on the

temperature of the fluid. If the fluid level is below

the MIN COLD mark, fluid s hould be added to bring

the fluid to the correct level.

T20B016

Figure 0B-27

8.3 PERIODIC SERVICING

Except under abnormal driving conditions (refer 9.1 ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS in this Section),

periodic draining of the power steering fluid is not necessary.

Check system for fluid leaks at every service. If there is evidence of leakage, repair leak and add fluid, if

necessary, to the correct level.

9. SERVICING

9.1 ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS

If the car is driven under any of the abnormal conditions listed below it is recommended that some items be

serviced more frequently than in the maintenance plan.

The extra services are only required while the car is driven under the abnormal conditions. If any of these

conditions are encountered on a one off basis, then any additional servicing should be for that time only. As a

guide, if the car is operated continually over a period of one m onth or 1000 km under the abnorm al conditions,

then additional servicing may be required.

ABNORMAL CONDITIONS

A When driving less than 10000 km in six months.

B Dust, dirt, loose road material.

C Muddy and wet areas.

D Cold weather (below 5°C) and when most trips are less than 5 km.

E Stop-start driving, excessive idling or low speed operation as experienced in inner city driving e.g. Door to

door delivery.

F Caravan or trailer towing.

G Extended heavy load high speed operation in temperatures above 35°C.

H When driving more than 250000 km per 5 years.

EXTRA SERVICES REQUIRED

SERVICE REQUIRED ABNORMAL CONDITION

Change engine oil @ 6 months A

Change auto trans fluid and strainer @ 4 years A

Change automatic transmission fluid and strainer @ 20000 km E F G

Inspect front suspension and steering for leaks, wear or damage @

5000 km B C

Replace engine oil filter @ 5000 km or 3 months (whichever comes

first) B

Change engine oil @ 5000 km or 3 months (whichever comes first) B D F G

Relace air cleaner element @ 20000 km B

Inspect and clean park brake linings @ 20000 km B C

Change differential oil @ 20000 km F G

Change brake fluid @ 1 year if 1600 kg (or higher) tow bar fitted * F

Change power steering fluid @ 50000 km F G

GEN III V8 only: change engine coolant H

Carbon canister: inspect @ 20000 km and change @ 80000 km B C

* Brake fluid deteriorates with time and should normally be replaced every two years. However, heavy duty

towing requires fresher fluid due to the higher demand on the brake system. Therefore, brake fluid should be

replaced each year if a 1600 kg (or higher) tow bar is fitted, so that the brake system can cope with the next

year’s towing requirements.

9.2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

The f ollowing chart pr ovides the maintenanc e sc hedule, together with a refer enc e of where to find the necessar y

service information in the V2 Series Service Information.

Use odometer reading or years, whichever occurs

first. x 1000

km 1.5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110

UNDER HOOD

Extra

Change engine oil and engine oil filter (Refer this

Section). * X X X X X X X X X X X

Check fluid levels: brake, clutch, power steering,

autom atic transm issi on, washer (Refer this S ection,

& 12C WIPERS/WASHERS & INSTRUMENTS in

the VT S eri es Servic e I nformat i on).

X X X X X X X X X X X

Check coolant inhibitor % with tester and check

level (pressure test system if level is low). (Refer

Section 6B1 ENGINE COOLING -V6 ENGINE in

the VT Series Service Information or 6B3 ENGINE

COOLING - GEN II I V8 ENGINE in the VT Series II

Service Inform ation).

X X X X X X X X X X X

Check battery electrolyte and fluid level, if

applicable (Refer Section 12A BATTERY in the VT

Series S e rvi ce Information).

X X X X X X X X X X X X

Engine acc ess ory drive belt s, chec k length i ndicat or

and belt condition (Refer Section 6A1-1 ENGINE

MECHANICAL - V6 ENGINE in the VT Series

Service Information or 6A3-3 ENGINE

MECHANICAL - GEN III V8 ENGINE in VT Series II

Service Inform ation).

X X X X

Check for signs of deterioration and/or leaks from

engine, fluid reservoirs, air ducts, all hoses and

clamps.

X X X X X X X X X X X

(V6 Supercharged engine) Drain and refill cooling

system with recommended inhibitor, clean outside

of radiator and A/C condenser (Refer Section 6B1

ENGINE COOLING -V6 ENGINE in the VT Series

Service Inform ation).

Change every 2.5 years (regardless of km)

(GEN III V8 engine) Drain and refill cooling system

with recommended inhibitor, clean outside of

radiator and A/C condenser (Refer Section 6B3

ENGINE COOLI NG - GEN III V 8 ENGINE in the VT

Series II Service Information).

* Change every 5 years

Replace engine air cleaner element (Refer Section

6C1-3 POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENT - V6

ENGINE in the VT Series Service Information or

6C3-3 POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENT - GEN III V8

ENGINE i n the VT Series II S ervi ce Information).

* X X

(Supercharger) Check supercharger oil level (Refer

Section 6A1-2 ENGINE MECHANICAL - V6

SUPERCHARGED in the VT Series Service

Information).

X X

(V6 Supercharged engine) Replace spark plugs

(Refer Section 6D1-3 IGNITION SYSTEM - V6

ENGINE i n the VT Series Servic e I nformat i on)

X X

(GEN III V8 engine) Replace spark plugs (Refer

Section 6D3-3 IGNITION SYSTEM - GEN III V8

ENGINE i n t he VT Series II Service Information)

NOTE: All items marked with an asterisk in the ‘Extra’ column, require additional servicing under some driving

conditions. Refer to 9.1 ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS in this Section.

UNDER CAR

Use odometer reading or years, whichever occurs

first. x 1000

km 1.5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110

Extra

Replace fuel filter (Refer Section 6C1-3

POW ERT RAIN MANAGEMENT - V6 ENG in t he VT

Series Service Information or 6C3-3 POWERTRAIN

MANAGEMENT - GEN III V8 ENGINE in the VT

Series II Service Information).

X X

Check f i nal dri ve oi l l evel (Refer this Section). X X

Check f i nal dri ve and aut o trans for leaks. X X X X X X X X X X X X

Change auto trans fluid and strainer (Refer Section

7C-4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION in the VT

Series S e rvi ce Information).

* X

Check manual trans mis sion for leak s. X X X X X X X X X X X

Change differential oil (Refer Section 4B FINAL

DRIVE & DRIVE SHAFTS in the VT Series Service

Information).

* Change not required under norm al dri ving conditions

Inspect front and rear disc pads for wear and disc

surface condition (Refer Section 5A STANDARD

BRAKES in the VT Series Service Information).

Rotate wheels (Refer Section 10 WHEELS &

TYRES i n t he VT Series S ervi ce Information).

X X X X X X X X X X

Check park brake linings and drums for wear (Refer

Section 5A STANDARD BRAKES in the VT Series I

Service Inform ation).

* X X

Inspect tyres for irregular wear or damage. Check

for damaged wheels. Check air pressures. (Refer

Section 10 WHEELS & TYRES in the VT Series

Service Inform ation)

X X X X X X X X X X X X

Drain, refill and bleed brake system, check brake

perform ance when road testing (Ref er t hi s Sect i on). * Change every 2 years (regardless of km) under normal dri vi ng

conditions

Drain, refill and bleed clutch system (Refer Section

7A CLUTCH - V6 in the VT Series Service

Inform ation or 7A1 CLUTCH - GEN I II V8 ENGINE

in the VT Series II Servic e I nformat i on.

Change every 2 years (regardless of km)

Check all brake and fuel lines and hoses for

conditi on, attachment and routi ng. X X X X X X X X X X X

Inspect front and rear suspension and steering

system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs

of wear or lack of lubric ation. Inspect power steering

lines and hoses for condition, attachment and

routing, leaks, etc. Check condition of all rubber

boots and c overs.

* X X X X X X X X X X X

Inspect exhaust and adjacent underbody. Look for

damaged, missing or out-of-position parts, open

seam s, holes, or loose connections.

X X X X X X X X X X X

Inspect constant velocity joint for damage or torn

boot. X X X X X X X X X X

Clean and lubricate automatic transmission shift

linkage. X X X

Clean out air c ondi tioning drain tubes. X X

Check carbon canister for leaks or restrictions

(Refer Section 6E1 EMISSION CONTROL - V6

ENGINE in the VT Series Service Information or

6E3 E MISSION CONTROL - GEN II I V8 ENGINE i n

the VT S eri es II S ervi ce Information).

* X

X X

NOTE: All items marked with an asterisk in the ‘Extra’ column, require additional servicing under some driving

conditions. Refer to 9.1 ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS in this Section.

CAR INTERIOR

Use odometer reading or years, whichever occurs

first. x 1000

km 1.5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110

Extra

Check park brake operation. X X X X X X X X X X X

Inspect seat belts, check webbing condition, buckle

operation and retrac tor mec hani sm. X X X X X

CAR EXTERIOR

Check operat i on of all exterior lights. X X X X X X X X X X X X

Lubricate hood catch, door hinges, rear door links

only and lock cylinders . X X X X X

Check t ransmitter range of s ecurity sys tem. X X X X X X X X X X X

ROAD TEST

Check braking, steering, engine response and

transmission operation. Check operation of cruise

control. Check park pawl operation. Check A/C

perform ance. Check neutral start switch.

X X X X X X X X X X X X

NOTE: All items marked with an asterisk in the ‘Extra’ column, require additional servicing under some driving

conditions. Refer to 9.1 ABNORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS in this Section.

10. LUBRICANT RECOMM ENDATIONS

APPLICATION LUBRICANTS

Body - Door Lock Striker Bolts

Door Lock Fork Bolts

Instrument Compartment Lid Lock Tongue

Engine Hood Catch

Engine Hood Lock

Engine Hood Hinge

Door Hinge

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge

Rear Compartment Lid Lock Mechanism

Door Window Regulators

Door Window Guides and Cams

Front Seat Adjuster

Recliner Assembly - Front Seat

Window Regulator Friction Surfaces

Front Door Lock Cylinder

Ignition and Steering Lock Cylinder

Rear Compartment Lid Lock Cylinder

Instrument Panel Compartment Lock Cylinder

Starter Motor Drive Mechanism

Starter Motor Bearings

Park Brake Shoe Assemblies

Brake Adjusting Screw and Nut

Park Brake Shoe Actuator Pivots

Brake and Clutch Hydraulic System

Propeller Shaft Centre Constant Velocity Joint

Final Drive

Engine Oil:

All Models

Engine Supercharger

Bearing Face of Clutch Throw-Out Bearing, input

shaft splines and spigot - Tremec 6 speed manual

transmission (GEN III V8 Engine)

Clutch and Brake Pedal Pivots and Bushes

Accelerator Pedal Pivots

Manual Transmission:

GEN III V8 Engine

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission Control Pivot Points

Steering Gear - (Hydraulic)

Windshield Wiper Pivot Points

Coolant Concentrate

V6 Supercharged engine

GEN III V8 engine

Solidoil

NLGI No. 1 Lithium Grease (with Zinc Oxide) meeting Holden

Specification HN1225

Lithium Based Grease Holden Specification Number HN1416

Powdered Graphite (applied through key aperture - do not oil)

Molybdenum Disulphide Grease to Holden Specification HN1271

Engine Oil at Overhaul

Special HT Grease to Holden Specification HN1227

Molybdenum Disulphide Grease to Holden Specification HN1587

Heavy duty brake fluid to Holden Specification HN1796 (Part No.

92026651)

Molybdenum Disulphide Grease to Holden Specification HN1271

Synthetic Hypoid Gear Oil SAE 80W-140

such as Mobilube SHC ID or Castrol SAF-XA (or equivalent) and

friction modifying additive (Sturaco 7098)

10W-30 ILSAC GF2 Quality Engine Oil

(If unavailable,use SG, SH or SJ quality engine oil)

Supercharger Oil (Part No. 12345982)

Molybdenum disulphide grease to Holden Specification HN1271

Molybdenum Disulphide Grease to Holden Specification HN1271

Lithium Grease to Holden Specification HN1225

Dexron® III Automatic Transmission Fluid to Holden Specification

HN2126

Dexron® III Automatic Transmission Fluid to Holden Specification

HN2126

Molybdenum Disulphide Grease to Holden Specification HN1416

Dexron® III Automatic Transmission Fluid to Holden Specification

HN2126

Molybdenum Disulphide Grease to Holden Specification HN1271

Inhibited Glycol Coolant to Holden Specification HN2043 only,

at 50% by volume in water.

50% Dexcoolâ to GM Specification GM 6277M and 50% water.