Change Engine Oil Light
The change engine oil light
should come on briefly as
a bulb check when you
start the engine. If the light
doesn’t come on, have it
serviced.
If the change engine oil light comes on and stays on
after you start the engine, have the oil changed.
For additional information on when to change engine oil
for gasoline engines or DURAMAX™ diesel engines,
seeEngine Oil (Caterpillar
®Diesel Engine) on page 5-20
orEngine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-20or
Engine Oil (DURAMAX™ Diesel) on page 5-25. To reset
the change engine oil light, seeEngine Oil
(Caterpillar
®Diesel Engine) on page 5-20orEngine Oil
(Gasoline Engine) on page 5-20orEngine Oil
(DURAMAX™ Diesel) on page 5-25.
Engine Overspeed Warning Light
If your vehicle has this
light, it will come on if your
engine is operating at
too many revolutions per
minute (rpm).
It will also come on for a moment as a check when you
start your engine.
If it comes on when you’re driving, reduce your engine
speed immediately.
Engine Shutdown Warning Light
If your vehicle has the
engine shutdown feature,
this light will come on
when engine shutdown
is active.
For more information, seeEngine Alarm and Automatic
ShutdownunderStarting Your Diesel Engine on
page 2-14.
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The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape
player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged
tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being
ejected, use the following steps:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the TAPE button for two seconds
until the radio produces one beep. CAS will flash
on the display for five seconds.
4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer’s
recommended cleaning time.
After the cleaning cassette is ejected, the cut tape
detection feature will be active again.You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to
clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will
not eject on its own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner
may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type
cleaner. The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type
cleaning cassette is not recommended.
After you clean the player, press and hold the eject
button for three seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The
radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset.
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may
degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your
tape player serviced.
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When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil
Life System)
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know
when to change the engine oil and filter. This is
based on engine revolutions and engine temperature,
and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions,
the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can
vary considerably. For the oil life system to work
properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is
changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been
diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is
necessary. A change engine oil light will come on.
Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two
times you stop for fuel. It is possible that, if you are
driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may
not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a
year. However, your engine oil and filter must be
changed at least once a year and at this time the system
must be reset. Your dealer has GM-trained service
people who will perform this work using genuine GM
parts and reset the system. It is also important to check
your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change
your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil
change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever
the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Light
The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change
your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime
your oil is changed, reset the system so it can
calculate when the next oil change is required. If a
situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a
change engine oil light being turned on, reset the
system.
To reset the change engine oil light, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition key to RUN with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal slowly
three times within 10 seconds.
If the change engine oil light flashes for five
seconds, the system is resetting.
3. Turn the key to OFF.
If the change engine oil light comes back on when you
start your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not
reset. Repeat the procedure.
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If your power steering fluid level is low, this can cause
the brake or service brake soon warning lights to
come on. In addition, the steering effort and emergency
brake distance could increase.
If either light remains on after you have added power
steering fluid to the proper level, then shut off the engine
for 10 seconds. This should reset the brake warning
lights. If one or both lights stay on though, see
“Hydraulic Brake System Warning Lights” underBrake
System Warning Light on page 3-31for more
information.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use, seePart C:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-29.
Notice:When adding power steering uid or
making a complete uid change, always use the
proper uid. Failure to use the proper uid can
cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will
be operating your vehicle in an area where the
temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has
sufficient protection against freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Your vehicle has a low
washer fluid light that lets
you know when to add
washer fluid.
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Scheduled Maintenance
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of
this vehicle. The services shown after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be repeated at the same miles (km)
after those intervals for the life of this vehicle.
Gasoline engine vehicles have a computer that lets you
know when to change your engine oil. This is not
based on mileage, but on engine revolutions and engine
operating temperature. When the computer has
calculated that the oil needs changing, the GM Oil Life
System will indicate that a change is necessary.
The “Footnotes” at the end of this Maintenance
Schedule further explain maintenance services.
SeeService Publications Ordering Information on
page 7-7.
100 Miles (160 km)
❑Wheel stud nut service.(46)
1,000 Miles (1 600 km)
❑Wheel stud nut service.(46)
❑Rear axle air shift motor service.(11)
7,500 Miles (12 000 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)
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10,000 Miles (16 000 km)
❑DURAMAX™ Diesel Only: Change engine oil
and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first).(2) (3)
15,000 Miles (24 000 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)
❑Chassis lubrication service (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).(12)
❑Check fluid levels (or every 3 months, whichever
occurs first).(1) (6)
❑Gasoline Engine: Inspect engine air cleaner filter if
you are driving in dusty conditions and replace
filter if necessary. 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. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-30for more
information.† (3)
❑DURAMAX™ Diesel Only: Replace fuel filter.
❑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)
❑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)
❑Thermostatically controlled engine cooling fan
service.(4) (20)
❑Shields and underhood insulation service.(4) (5) (21)
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20,000 Miles (32 000 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).
22,500 Miles (36 000 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)
❑Inspect door hinge pins and bushings and replace as
necessary.
❑Cooling system service. Clean the cooling system filter
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)❑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)
❑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) †
❑Rear axle air shift motor service.(11)
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30,000 Miles (48 000 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)
❑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. SeeEngine 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)
❑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)
❑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)
❑Thermostatically controlled engine cooling fan
service.(4) (20)
❑Shields and underhood insulation service.(4) (5) (21)
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