2006 CHEVROLET KODIAK oil level

Remember to reset the Engine Oil Life System
whenever the oil is changed. For more information, see
Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-31
orEngine Oil Life System (DURAMAX
®Diesel) on
page 5-33orEngine Oil Life System (Caterpillar®Diesel
Engine) on page 5-34.
(8)= This vehicle has the Engine Oil Life System. This
system will show you when to change the engine oil
and filter — usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
7,500 miles (12 000 km) since your last oil change.
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come
on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your
gasoline engine vehicle more than 7,500 miles
(12 000 km) or 12 months without an oil and filter
change.
Remember to reset the Engine Oil Life System
whenever the oil is changed. For more information, see
Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-31
orEngine Oil Life System (DURAMAX
®Diesel) on
page 5-33orEngine Oil Life System (Caterpillar®Diesel
Engine) on page 5-34.(9)= This vehicle has the Engine Oil Life System. This
system will show you when to change the engine oil
and filter — usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
15,000 miles (24 000 km) since your last oil change.
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come
on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your
6.6L diesel engine vehicle more than 15,000 miles
(24 000 km), or 12 months, or 750 engine hours, without
an oil and filter change.
Remember to reset the Engine Oil Life System
whenever the oil is changed. For more information, see
Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-31
orEngine Oil Life System (DURAMAX
®Diesel) on
page 5-33orEngine Oil Life System (Caterpillar®Diesel
Engine) on page 5-34.
(10)= Inspect rear axle air shift motor for fluid leaks.
Remove plug to check fluid level. Inspect air lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, etc.
Inspect at 1,000 miles (1 600 km) and 22,500 miles
(36 000 km) and then every 22,500 miles (36 000 km)
thereafter.
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(14)= Adjust tire pressures as indicated on the Gross
Vehicle Weight (GVW) Rating label for optimum tire life.
SeeTires on page 5-74for further details. Check
tires for excessive or abnormal wear or damage. Also
check for damaged wheels. Replace wheels and/or tires
as needed.
(15)= Check spring-to-axle U-bolts and shackle bolts
for proper torque. See the service manual for torque
sequence and specifications. When parts are replaced,
the torque must be checked and adjusted more often
during the first 6,000 miles (10 000 km). Check torque at
500 miles (800 km) and 2,000 miles (3 000 km) after
first use of parts.
(16)= Check complete exhaust system and cab areas
near the exhaust system for broken, damaged,
missing, or out-of-position parts. Also inspect for open
seams, holes, loose connections, or other conditions
which could let exhaust fumes seep into the driver
compartment. Needed repairs should be made at once.
To help maintain system integrity, replace exhaust
pipes whenever a new muffler is put on.
(17)= Check all gasoline engine drive belts for cracks,
fraying, and wear. Replace as needed.
(18)= Adjust valve lash. Incorrect valve clearance will
result in increased engine noise and reduced engine
output.(19)= With the engine off and below normal operating
temperature, check to see that the thermostatically
controlled engine cooling fan can be rotated by hand on
viscous-operated drives. Replace as needed.
(20)= Check shields and underhood insulation for
damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as needed.
(21)= Inspect parking brake drum and linings for wear
or cracks and check linkage and adjustment.
(22)= Wheel bearing service:
•Grease type — Clean, inspect, and lubricate with
the proper wheel bearing grease at designated
intervals or when hubs are removed. See
Part C: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 6-33.
•Oil-filled type — Some wheel bearings are
lubricated by axle lubricant. When you have oil-filled
hubs, use lubricant identical to that used in the
axle. Lubricant change intervals are the same for
front and rear axles. However, you must maintain
the proper oil level between change intervals.
SeeFront Wheel Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs on
page 5-73andPart C: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-33.
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed in this part are owner checks and services
which should be performed at the intervals specified to
help ensure the safety, dependability and emission
control performance of your vehicle.
For your safety and that of others, any of the
safety-related components that may have been
damaged in an accident should be checked and any
needed repairs made before operating the vehicle.
At the minimum, these routine checks should be made
every 6 months or 6,000 miles (10 000 km), whichever
occurs first. Whenever repairs are needed, have
them completed before operating the vehicle.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil (Caterpillar®Diesel Engine)
on page 5-24orEngine Oil (DURAMAX®Diesel) on
page 5-24orEngine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-28
for further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL®
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant
(Gas and DURAMAX®Engines) on page 5-38orEngine
Coolant (Caterpillar®Diesel Engines) on page 5-40
for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if
necessary. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 5-48
for further details.
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Part C: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number, or specification may be obtained from
your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil
(Gasoline
Engine)Engine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certified for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench
®
oil meets all the requirements for
your vehicle. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, see “Engine Oil” in the
Index.
Engine Oil
(DURAMAX
®
Diesel Engine)Engine oil with the letters CI-4 or
CH-4 is best for your vehicle. The
CI-4 or CH-4 designation may
appear either alone or in
combination with other API
designations, such as API CI-4/SL.
These letters show American
Petroleum Institute levels of quality.
To determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s diesel engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
Engine Oil
(Caterpillar
®
Diesel Engine)See the Caterpillar
®Operation &
Maintenance Manual for engine oil
recommendations.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant
(Caterpillar
®
Diesel Engine)See the Caterpillar
®Operation &
Maintenance Manual for engine
coolant recommendations.
Engine Coolant
(Gasoline
Engine &
DURAMAX
®
Diesel)50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant
(Gas and DURAMAX®Engines) on
page 5-38orEngine Coolant
(Caterpillar
®Diesel Engines) on
page 5-40.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Clutch Bearing
LubricantClutch Bearing Lubricant
(GM Part No. 12378484 or
equivalent NLGI #3 consistency).
Exhaust Brake
Ball Joint Cap
LubricantHigh-Temperature Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 1051344, in
Canada 903037) or NLGI #3
consistency.
Power Steering
SystemDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Manual
Transmission
(Except ZF
6-Speed)Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345724, in
Canada 10953510).
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L
Lamps
Dome ........................................................3-16
Exterior......................................................3-14
Marker.......................................................3-16
Reading.....................................................3-17
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-41
Light
Airbag Off..................................................3-30
Airbag Readiness........................................3-29
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-35
Brake System Warning.................................3-33
Change Engine Oil......................................3-40
Charging System.........................................3-31
Check Gages Warning.................................3-44
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator..................3-43
Differential Lock Indicator..............................3-42
Engine Overspeed Warning...........................3-40
Engine Shutdown Warning............................3-40
Exhaust Brake Indicator................................3-41
Highbeam On.............................................3-43
Low Coolant Warning...................................3-37
Low Oil Level.............................................3-39
Low Washer Fluid Warning...........................3-44
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-38Light (cont.)
Range Inhibit Warning Indicator.....................3-33
Reduced Engine Power................................3-42
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-28
Safety Belt Reminder Tone...........................3-28
Service Transmission Warning.......................3-32
Trailer Anti-Lock Brake System Warning..........3-36
Wait to Start Indicator..................................3-37
Water in Fuel Warning.................................3-46
Lighting
Entry.........................................................3-17
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-34
Locks
Door ........................................................... 2-6
Power Door.................................................. 2-7
Loss of Control...............................................4-17
Low Coolant Warning Light..............................3-37
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.......................3-44
M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts..........5-104
Maintenance Schedule
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-28
At Least Once a Year..................................6-32
At Least Twice a Year..................................6-29
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Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-3
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services.............6-28
PartC-Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-33
PartD-Maintenance Record........................6-35
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-5
Scheduled Maintenance Supplements............... 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-38
Manual Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-37
Operation...................................................2-31
Manual Windows.............................................. 2-9
Marker Lamps................................................3-16
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-47
Outside Convex Mirrors................................2-48
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-48
Outside Manual Mirrors................................2-47
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-47N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-11
Noise Control System, Tampering......................5-67
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts...........5-104
O
Odometer......................................................3-27
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-27
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-15
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-40
Engine...............................................5-24, 5-28
Low Oil Level Light......................................3-39
Pressure Gage............................................3-38
Oil, Engine Oil Life System..............5-31, 5-33, 5-34
Older Children, Restraints................................1-28
Other Service Items
Air Conditioning System...............................5-74
Automatic Ether Injection System...................5-72
Front Wheel Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs.......5-73
Fuel Filter...................................................5-70
Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator.........5-71
Secondary Fuel Filter and Water
Separator/Heater......................................5-71
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