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STARTER RELAY
[-I
[-I
[T)
I BLOWER
n STOPiHAZ
Name
ECM-B RR DEFOG
IGN-E
FUEL
SOL
GLOW PLUG
Usage
Horn, Underhood Lamps
Auxiliary Fan
Injectors, PCM/VCM
Not Used
Air Conditioning
Not Used
Ignition Switch, EGR, Canister
Purge, EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid,
Heated
02, Fuel Heater
(Diesel Engine), Water Sensor
(Diesel Engine)
HTD ST-RR Not Used
LIGHTING Headlamp and Panel Dimmer
BATT Battery, Fuse Block Busbar
IGN-A Ignition Switch
IGN-B Ignition Switch Switch,
Fog and Courtesy Fuses
ABS Anti-Lock Brake Module
BLOWER High Blower Relay
STOP/HAZ Stoplamps
HEATED SEATS Not Used
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Usage
Fuel Pump, PCM/VCM
Rear Window Defogger
Auxiliary Fan Relay Coi
il, AIC
Compressor Relay, Hot Fuel
Module, Dual Tanks
Fuel Solenoid (Diesel Engine)
Glow Plugs (Diesel Engine)
Name
HORN
AUX FAN
ECM- 1
HTD ST-FR
AIC HTD MIR
ENG-
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Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to ”Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information.
Engine
“VORTEC” 4300
“VORTEC” 5000
”VORTEC“ 5700
“VORTEC“ 7400
Wheels and Tires
Model
C 1500
K 1500 and C/K 2500
C/K 2500 (w/C6P)
C/K
3500 (Single Rear Wheels)
C/K 3500 (Dual Rear Wheels)
C 3500 HD Front
C 3500 HD Rear
Tire Pressure
Type
V6
V8
V8
V8
VIN Code
w
M
R
J
Spark Plug Gap
0.060 inches ( 1.52 mm)
0.060 inches
(I .52 mm)
0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
0.060 inches (1 32 mm)
Description Torque
5 bolts (14mm) 140 lb-ft ( 190 Nem)
6 bolts
(14mm) 140 Ib-ft (190 N-m)
8 bolts (14mm) 140 lb-ft ( 190 N-m)
8 bolts
(14mm) 140 lb-ft ( 190 N-m)
8 bolts
(14mm) 140 lb-ft (190 Nsm)
5 bolts (5/8 in.) 175 Ib-ft (240 N-m)
10 bolts (5/8 in.)
175 lb-ft (240 Nem)
See the Certificationflire label on the rear edge of the driver’s door
or the incomplete vehicle document
in the cab.
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Cooling System Capacity (Approximate)
After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling
System” in the Index.
Engine
“VORTEC” 4300
“VORTEC” 5000
“VORTEC” 5700
“VORTEC” 7400
“VORTEC”
7400 w/3500 HD
VLN
w
M
R
J
J
Quantity
13 quarts (12.3 L)
17.5 quarts (16.6 L)
17.5 quarts (16.6
L)
25 quarts (23.5 L)
28.5 quarts (27
L)
Crankcase Capacity (Approximate)
After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough
engine oil
so that the fluid is within the proper operating
range. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.
Engine
“VORTEC” 4300
“VORTEC” 5000
“VORTEC” 5700
“VORTEC” 7400
VIN Quantity with Filter?
w 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
M 5 quarts (4.8 L)
R 5 quarts (4.8 L)
J 6.6 quarts (6.3 L)
foil filter should be changed at every oil change.
Fuel Tank Capacity (Approximate)
PPe Quantity
Short Bed
26 gallons (98 L)
Long Bed
34 gallons (128
L)
Standard Crew Cab 34 gallons (128 L)
Chassis-Cab Front Tank 2 1 gallons (79 L)
Chassis-Cab Rear Tank
18 gallons (68
L)
3500 HD Models Front Tank
21 gallons (79 L)
3500 HD Models Rear Tank
18 gallons (68
L)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If
you’re not sure, ask your dealer.
See the refrigerant charge label under the
hood for
information regarding refrigerant capacity.
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LE
IMPORTANT-
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
,VEL AND CHANGE
RECOMMENDED
AS
Have you purchased the GM Protection Pl~rn? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle M:u-ranties. See your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet,
or your GM
dealer-for details.
Introduction
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the
environment.
All recommended maintenance procedures
are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality
of the air we breathe. Improper fluid
levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level
of emissions from your vehicle.
To help protect our
environment, and to keep your vehicle
in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
How This Section is Organized
The remainder of this section is divided into five parts:
“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows
what to have done and how often. Some
of these
services can be complex,
so unless YOLI are technically
qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should
let
your dealer‘s service department or another qualified
service center do these
jobs.
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
We at General Motors want to help you keep your
vehicle
in good working condition. But we don't know
exactly how you'll drive it. You may drive very short
distances only
a few times a week. Or you may drive
long distances all
the time in very hot, dusty weather.
You may use your vehicle in making deliveries.
Or
you may drive it to work, to do errands or in
many other ways.
Because of all the different ways people use their
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need
more frequent checks and replacements than you'll find
in the schedules in this section.
So please read this
section and note how
you drive. If you have any
questions
on how to keep your vehicle in good
condition, see your dealer.
This part tells
you the maintenance services you should
have done and when you should schedule them. If you
go to your dealer for your service needs, you'll know
that GM-trained and supported service people
will
perform the work using genuine parts. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed
in Part D.
Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All
pats
should be replaced and all necessary repairs done
before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
These schedules are for vehicles that:
0 carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits, You
will find these limits on your vehicle's
Certification/Tire label. See "Loading Your Vehicle"
in the Index.
0 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
0 are driven off-road in the recommended manner. See
"Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive
Vehicle"
in the Index.
0 use the recommended fuel. See "Fuel" in the Index.
Selecting the Right Schedule
First you'll need to decide which of the two schedules is
right for your vehicle. Here's how to decide which
schedule
to follow:
Gasoline engine vehicles and diesel engine vehicles
have different maintenance requirements.
If you have a
diesel engine, follow a schedule designated for diesel
engine vehicles only.
See the Diesel Engine Supplement for diesel engine
maintenance schedules.
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Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Definition -- Gasoline Engines
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to I6 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving
in stop-and-go traffic).
You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or
off-road frequently.
You frequently tow a trailer.
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
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you operate yo1.w vehicle urlcler CIIZJ ojthese cor-zditions
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Short Trip/City 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): Shields and
Underhood Insulation Inspection (GVWR above
8,500 lbs. only). Front Wheel Bearing Repack
(2WD only) (or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Replacement.
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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Maintenance Schedule
I Short Trip/City Intervals -- Gasoline Engines I
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark
Plug Replacement. Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions). Positive
Crankcase Ventilation
(PCV) Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first). Follow this maintenance
schedule
only if none of the
conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance
Schedule is true.
Do not use this schedule if the vehicle
is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used
off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for
these conditions.
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highvvcry conditions
causes engine oil to break
dowm slorvcr.
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Maintenance Schedule
Long TriplHighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines
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. Front Wheel Bearing Repack
(2WD only) (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).
I Long; TripMighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines I
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.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions). 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.
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