
80,000 Miles (128 000 km)
❑DURAMAX™ Diesel Only: Change engine oil
and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first).(2) (3)
❑Air compressor dry element pleated paper air strainer
service (or every 2 months or every 800 hours,
whichever occurs first).
82,500 Miles (132 000 km)
❑Gasoline Engine Only: Check Oil Life System. If
engine oil and filter are changed, reset system.
See “Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)” in the
Index.(3) (9)
❑Check fluid levels (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).(1) (6)
❑Chassis lubrication service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(12)
❑Wheels and tires service.(15)
❑Hydraulic brake service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(7) (46)
❑Parking brake service (or every 6 months, whichever
occurs first).(8)
❑Air brake service (or every 6 months, whichever
occurs first).(39)
❑Air brake automatic slack adjuster service (or every
500 hours, whichever occurs first).(40)❑Check air brake relay valve operation and check for
leaks (or every month, or every 300 hours, whichever
occurs first).
❑Clean air brake application valve (or every 3 months,
or every 300 hours, whichever occurs first). Lubricate
linkage.
❑Air brake chamber service (or every 2 months,
whichever occurs first).(41)
❑Trailer brake hand control valve service (or every
3 months, or every 900 hours, whichever occurs
first).(42)
❑Wheel bearings service – Eaton Axle (oil-filled) (or
every 24 months, whichever occurs first).(23) (46)
90,000 Miles (144 000 km)
❑Gasoline Engine Only: Check Oil Life System. If
engine oil and filter are changed, reset system.
See “Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)” in the
Index.(3) (9)
❑DURAMAX™ Diesel Only: Change engine oil
and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first).(2) (3)
❑Check fluid levels (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).(1) (6)
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❑Gasoline Engine: Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Diesel Engine: Inspect engine air cleaner filter
change indicator. If necessary, replace the filter. If
vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter
change indicator at every engine oil change. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-30for more
information.† (3)
❑DURAMAX™ Diesel Only: Replace fuel filter.
❑Chassis lubrication service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(12)
❑Cooling system service. Clean the cooling system
filler cap with clean water, clean the core, pressure
test the cap and the system for proper pressure
capability and inspect condition of cooling and heater
hoses and clamps. Replace hoses if cracked,
swollen or damaged.
❑Wheel bearing (grease type) service (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first, and whenever
hubs are removed).(23) (46)
❑Replace fuel filter(s) (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first).(3)
❑Steering system service.(13)
❑Front and rear suspension service.(14)
❑Spring-to-axle U-bolts and shackle bolts service.(16)
❑Exhaust system service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(3) (4) (17)❑Inspect door hinge pins and bushings and replace as
necessary.
❑Wheels and tires service.(15)
❑Hydraulic brake service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(7) (46)
❑Parking brake service (or every 6 months, whichever
occurs first).(8)
❑Air brake service (or every 6 months, whichever
occurs first).(39)
❑Air brake automatic slack adjuster service (or every
500 hours, whichever occurs first).(40)
❑Check air brake relay valve operation and check for
leaks (or every month, or every 300 hours, whichever
occurs first).
❑Clean air brake application valve (or every 3 months,
or every 300 hours, whichever occurs first). Lubricate
linkage.
❑Air brake chamber service (or every 2 months,
whichever occurs first).(41)
❑Trailer brake hand control valve service (or every
3 months, or every 900 hours, whichever occurs
first).(42)
❑C600, C700 and C800 Gasoline Engines Only:
Engine drive belts service (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).(18)
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❑Thermostatically controlled engine cooling fan
service.(4) (20)
❑Shields and underhood insulation service.(4) (5) (21)
❑Rear axle air shift motor service.(11)
❑Air intake system service (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first).(4) (5) (24)
❑Evaporative Control System service (if equipped) (or
every 24 months, whichever occurs first).(3) (26) †
97,500 Miles (156 000 km)
❑Gasoline Engine Only: Check Oil Life System. If
engine oil and filter are changed, reset system.
See “Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)” in the
Index.(3) (9)
❑Check fluid levels (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).(1) (6)
❑Chassis lubrication service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(12)
❑Wheels and tires service.(15)
❑Hydraulic brake service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(7) (46)
❑Parking brake service (or every 6 months, whichever
occurs first).(8)
❑Air brake service (or every 6 months, whichever
occurs first).(39)❑Air brake automatic slack adjuster service (or every
500 hours, whichever occurs first).(40)
❑Check air brake relay valve operation and check for
leaks (or every month, or every 300 hours, whichever
occurs first).
❑Clean air brake application valve (or every 3 months,
or every 300 hours, whichever occurs first). Lubricate
linkage.
❑Air brake chamber service (or every 2 months,
whichever occurs first).(41)
❑Trailer brake hand control valve service (or every 3
months, or every 900 hours, whichever occurs
first).(42)
100,000 Miles (160 000 km)
❑DURAMAX™ Diesel Only: Change engine oil
and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first).(2) (3)
❑Diesel Only: Inspect engine drive belt; replace as
necessary.
❑Gasoline Engine Only (Vehicles with GVW of
16,000 lbs. or less): Spark plug service.(3) (28)
❑Change power steering fluid (or every 36 months,
whichever occurs first).(13)
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❑Replace power steering reservoir filter element (or
every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
❑Front axle service.(38)
❑Rear axle service – Eaton, Rockwell, Spicer Axles
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).(37)
❑Exhaust brake service (if equipped). Check for
excessive spindle free play and smooth operation.
Lubricate ball joint cap.
❑Air compressor dry element pleated paper air strainer
service (or every 2 months or every 800 hours,
whichever occurs first).
❑Inspect air compressor discharge port (or every
6 months or every 1,800 hours, whichever occurs
first).
❑Manual transmission (ZF 6–speed only) fluid
replacement (or every 48 months, whichever
occurs first).
120,000 Miles (192 000 km)
❑C600, C700 and C800 Gasoline Engines Only:
Replace engine drive belts.
❑C400 and C500 Gasoline Engines Only: Engine drive
belts service (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first).(18)
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
❑Cooling system service (or every 60 months since
last service, whichever occurs first).(3) (35)
❑Diesel Engine Only: Inspect engine drive belt;
replace as necessary.
200,000 Miles (320 000 km)
❑Remove, disassemble, clean and inspect the air
brake trailer supply valve (or every 2 years, or
every 7,200 hours, whichever occurs first).
❑Diesel Engine Only: Inspect engine drive belt;
replace as necessary.
250,000 Miles (400 000 km)
❑Rear axle service – Eaton, Rockwell, Spicer Axles
(or every 36 months, whichever occurs first).(37)
❑Manual transmission (except ZF 6-speed) fluid
replacement (or every 60 months, whichever
occurs first).
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(39)= Air brake service:
•Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect drum
brake linings for wear or cracks. Inspect other brake
parts at each wheel, including drums and wheel
speed sensor wiring. Check brake pedal for
excessive free play or travel (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first) and have serviced if needed.
Check brakes more often if driving habits and
conditions result in frequent braking. Replace air
dryer cartridge only if excessive oil or moisture
is present. A small amount of oil in the system is
normal and should not be considered as a reason to
replace the cartridge.
•Test air lines for leaks; tighten as needed. Replace
compressor filter.
•Inspect air parking brake chamber for leaks and
damage. Inspect lines and hoses for leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Also check all attachments for
tightness, wear or damage. Note: The spring
brake section of the rear brake diaphragms are
non-serviceable.
•Replace the air compressor filter element, mounted
on the air compressor. For remote air compressor
intake service, refer to engine air cleaner filter
replacement.
•Remove, disassemble, clean and inspect the safety
valve, standard brake chambers, quick release
valves, quick release/double check valve
combinations, parking brake control valve, double
check valves, pressure protection valves and
alcohol injector (if equipped).
•Remove, disassemble and clean the application
valve; replace parts showing wear.
•Remove, disassemble, clean and inspect the spring
brake control valve; replace rubber parts.
(40)= Clean and lubricate air brake automatic slack
adjuster. Check pushrod travel and auto adjustment
operation. Have serviced if needed.
(41)= Air brake chamber service: Check operation,
mounting, clamps and air lines and check for leaks.
(42)= Trailer brake hand control valve service: Check
operation; lubricate cam and follower.
(46)= Tighten the wheel stud nuts to the specified
torque values at 100 miles (160 km). Thereafter, tighten
them 1,000 miles (1 600 km) after each time the
wheel is removed. SeeTightening the Wheel Nuts on
page 5-71.
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A
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-17
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-61
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................5-44
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-7
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-86
Adjusting the Speakers
(Balance/Fade)............................3-47, 3-50, 3-54
Air Bag
Off Light.....................................................3-28
Readiness Light..........................................3-27
Air Bag System..............................................1-48
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-61
Air Bag Off Switch.......................................1-55
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?....................1-53
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle.........1-60
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?....................1-53
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? . . 1-54
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?...................1-53
Where Are the Air Bags?..............................1-52
Air Brake.......................................................2-35
Air Brake System Warning Light........................3-33
Air Brake Systems..........................................5-50
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-30
Air Conditioning System...................................5-67Air Connections..............................................4-36
Air Dryer.......................................................5-50
Air Pressure Gage..........................................3-44
Air Shift Control (Automatic Transmission)..........2-27
Air Suspension...............................................2-27
Air Suspension Seats........................................ 1-6
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)...... 7-5
All Overseas Locations...................................... 7-4
Allison Transmission
®External Filters...............5-100
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..................5-82
AM ...............................................................3-57
AM-FM Radio.................................................3-46
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-59
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)............................ 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-34
Anti-Lock Brakes, Trailer System
Warning Light.............................................3-35
Appearance Care............................................5-76
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-79
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-83
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-77
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle..............5-80
Finish Damage............................................5-83
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-82
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-83
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-84
Weatherstrips..............................................5-79
Ashtrays........................................................3-18
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Audio System(s).............................................3-45
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-46
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player................3-57
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-59
Care of Your CDs........................................3-59
Chime Level Adjustment...............................3-59
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-59
Radio with Cassette.....................................3-48
Radio with CD............................................3-53
Setting the Time..........................................3-45
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-57
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-57
Automatic Ether Injection System......................5-66
Automatic Transmission...........................2-13, 2-19
Fluid..........................................................5-31
Operation...................................................2-28
Automatic Transmission External Filter...............5-31
Automatic Transmission Shift Indicator Check......6-26
Axle, Two-Speed Rear Axle Electric
Shift Control...............................................2-26
B
Battery..........................................................5-55
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-5
Bench Seat, Split............................................. 1-6
Body Lubrication Service..................................6-25Brake
Diesel Engine Exhaust.................................2-25
Exhaust Indicator Light.................................3-40
Parking Warning Light..................................3-34
System Warning Light..................................3-31
Trailer Hand Control Valve.............................. 4-9
Brake Adjustment............................................5-49
Brake Fluid....................................................5-46
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................5-49
Brake System Check.......................................6-26
Brakes..........................................................5-46
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-11
Bucket Seats................................................... 1-2
Bulb Replacement
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-63
C
Canada........................................................... 7-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specifications............................5-93
Carbon Monoxide...................................4-25, 2-37
2

G
Gage
Air Pressure...............................................3-44
Check Gages Warning Light..........................3-42
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-35
Filter Minder...............................................3-44
Fuel..........................................................3-42
Hourmeter..................................................3-45
Oil Pressure...............................................3-37
Speedometer..............................................3-25
Tachometer.................................................3-26
Transmission Temperature.............................3-40
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-30
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-6
Specifications............................................... 5-6
Gasoline Engine, Starting.................................2-12
Gasoline Engine Warm-Up...............................2-14
Glass, Mirrors, Lamps and/or Reflectors
Condition Check..........................................6-27
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-5
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.................... 3-8
Headlamp Wiring............................................5-86Headlamps On Reminder.................................3-13
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package....................4-35
Height Adjustment............................................. 1-6
High Idle System (Caterpillar
®Diesel and
Gasoline Engines).......................................2-16
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-23
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-23
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-18
Latches......................................................5-19
Hood Latches Check.......................................6-28
Horn............................................................... 3-6
Hourmeter Gage.............................................3-45
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Surge Tank.................................................5-39
How to Add Fluid............................................5-32
How to Check................................................5-69
How to Check and What to Use...............5-31, 5-32
How to Check Fluid........................................5-61
How to Check Lubricant...................................5-61
How To Check Power Steering Fluid..................5-43
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.......5-30
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-13
Hydraulic Brake System
Warning Lights............................................3-32
Hydraulic Brake Systems................................... 4-6
Hydraulic Brakes.............................................2-33
Hydroplaning..................................................4-20
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