1997 CHEVROLET EXPRESS wheel

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Type V6 V8 Engine
“VORTEC”4300 “VORTEC”5000
VIN Code W M
Fuel System CSFI~ CSFI 1
Central Sequential Fuel
Injection
2Sequential Fuel Injection
Wheel Nut Torque
MODEL
All
TORQUE
140 ft-lb (1 90 N-m)
Cooling System Capacity
ENGINE VIN
“VORTEC”4300 W
“VORTEC”5000 M
“VORTEC”5700 R
“VORTEC”7400 J
“VORTEC”5700
V8
R
CSFI 1
“VORTEC”7400
V8
J
SFI*
QTY Without Rear Heater*
1 1 Quarts (10.4 L)
17 Quarts ( 16 L)
17 Quarts ( 16 L)
23 Quarts (21.8 L)
QTY With Rear Heater*
14 Quarts (13.2 L)
20 Quarts (18.9 L)
20 Quarts (18.9 L)
26 Quarts (24.6 L)
After refill, the level MUST be checked as outlined under “Engine Cooling System” in Section 5.
*All quantities are approximate.

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ENGINE VIN Quantity With Filter
“VORTEC”4300 W 4.5 Quarts (4.3 L)
“VORTEC”5000 M 5 Quarts (4.8 L)
“VORTEC”5700 R 5 Quarts (4.8 L)
“VORTEC”7400 J 7 Quarts (6.5 L)
All quantities are approximate.
After refill, the level
MUST be checked as outlined
under “Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations”
in
Section 5.
**Add one additional quart for RPO 5Zl and
RPO KL5 Models.
Fuel Tank Capacity
TYPE QUANTITY
Standard Tank 31 Gallons (117.33 L)
Optional Tank** 55 Gallons (208.18 L)
*All quantities are approximate.
** 159” , 177” Wheelbase Vehicles Only.

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Short TripKity Definition -- Gasoline Engines
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one
of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
0 Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
or other commercial application.
0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if
you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break
down soonel:
Short TripKity Intervals -- Gasoline Engines
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis
Lubrication (or
3 months, whichever occurs first). Drive
Axle Service (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. Shields and
Underhood Insulation Inspection (GVWR above
8,500 lbs. only). Front Wheel Bearing Repack (or at
each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement.
Fuel Filter Replacement.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (vehicles over
8600 GVWR or
driven under severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines
Inspection. Exhaust Gas Recirculation System
Inspection. Evaporative Control System Inspection.

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Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Shields and
Underhood Insulation Inspection (GVWR above
8,500 lbs. only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter
Replacement. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Front
Wheel Bearing Repack (or at each brake relining,
whichever occurs first).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (vehicles over
8600 GVWR or
driven under severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines
Inspection. Exhaust Gas Recirculation System
Inspection. Evaporative Control System Inspection.
I Long Tripmighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines 1
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive
Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule
on the following pages.
7-7

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l5,OOO Miles (25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Cl Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary.
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote?.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
* *.)
I7 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage
or looseness. Adjust
or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission
Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in
the United States.
7-11

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30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
I7 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
[7 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
** .)
17 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
(See footnote?.)
Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
El Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust
or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission
Control Service. Applicable
only to vehicles sold in
the United States.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
(See footnote
+.)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
i 7-14

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45,000 Miles (75 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
c] Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
** .)
0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary.
An Em.ission Control Service.
(See footnoteJf.)
0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust
or replace as required.
This is u Noise Emission
Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in
the United
States.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
7-17

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60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. (See footnote
* * .)
0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust
or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission
Control Service. Applicable
only to vehicles sold in
the United States.
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote? .)
0 Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
system inspection as described in the
service manual.
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote? .)
inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, routing and
condition. Check that the purge valve works
properly
(if equipped). Replace as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f .)
An Emission Control Service.
0 Conduct evaporative control system
c] Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
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