2007 CHEVROLET KODIAK recommended oil

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and
other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree
sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial
chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if
they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle
as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive
cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces
to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging,
weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll
over a period of years. You can help to keep
the paint finish looking new by keeping your
vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to
keep their luster. Washing with water is all
that is usually needed. However, you may use
chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim,
if necessary.
Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid
damaging protective trim, never use auto or
chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean
aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish,
is recommended for all bright metal parts.
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the
windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters
when running, wax, sap, or other material may
be on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a glass
cleaning liquid or powder and water solution.
The windshield is clean if beads do not form when
it is rinsed with water.
Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper
blades and affect their performance. Clean
the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked
in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then
rinse the blade with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as
necessary; replace blades that look worn.
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Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level
and change as recommended.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The
Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties.
See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet
or your dealer for details.
Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and
recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed
in this manual are necessary to keep your
vehicle in good working condition. Any damage
caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance
may not be covered by warranty.
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to
keep your vehicle in good working condition, but
also helps the environment. 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, be
sure to maintain your vehicle properly.
How This Section is Organized
This maintenance schedule is divided into
four parts:
“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”
explains what to have done and how often. Some
of these services can be complex, so unless
you are technically qualified and have the
necessary equipment, you should let your GM
dealer’s service department do these jobs.
Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported
service people that will perform the work using
genuine GM parts.
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(2)= An Emission Control Service.
(3)= A Noise Emission Control Device.
(4)= Applies to vehicles sold in the United States
and is recommended for vehicles sold in Canada.
(5)= Check fluid level in brake master cylinder,
power steering pump, front and rear axles,
transmission, and hydraulic spring parking brake
pump (if equipped). A low fluid level in the
brake master cylinder can indicate worn brake
linings and should be checked accordingly.
(6)= Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for
surface condition. Inspect caliper assemblies.
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.(7)= 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 12,000 miles (20 000 km) since
your last oil change. Under severe conditions,
the indicator may come on before 3,000 miles
(5 000 km). Never drive your 7.8L diesel engine
vehicle more than 12,000 miles (20 000 km),
or 12 months, or 600 engine hours, without an
oil and filter change.
Remember to reset the Engine Oil Life System
whenever the oil is changed. For more information,
seeEngine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine)
on page 276orEngine Oil Life System
(DURAMAX
®Diesel) on page 278orEngine
Oil Life System (Caterpillar®Diesel Engine)
on page 279.
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(22)= Wheel bearing service:
•Grease type — Clean, inspect, and lubricate
with the proper wheel bearing grease at
designated intervals or when hubs are
removed. SeePart C: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 397.
•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. See
Front Wheel Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs
on page 319andPart C: Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 397.
(23)= Check the air intake system installation
to see that gaskets are seated properly and
all hose connections, fasteners, and other
components are tight. Tighten connections
and fasteners or replace parts as required.(24)= Evaporative Control System Service,
if equipped: Check all fuel and vapor lines and
hoses for proper connections and correct routing
(or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
Replace parts as needed.
(25)= Replace spark plugs. Inspect wires for
damage. Check the wire boot and boot heat
shield fit at spark plugs and coil. Replace parts
as needed.
(26)= Check the fuel tank, fuel cap and fuel lines
for damage which could cause leakage. Inspect
fuel cap for correct sealing ability and any
indications of damage. Check fuel cap gasket
for even filler neck imprint. Replace parts as
needed.
(27)= Check Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
system as described in the service manual.
SeeService Publications Ordering Information
on page 415.
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(28)= Inspect Electronic Vacuum Regulator
Valve (EVRV) filter for excessive contamination
or plugging. If needed, clean filter with solution
of soap and water, let dry and install.
(29)= Drain, flush, and refill cooling system.
This service can be complex; you should
have your dealer perform this service. See
Part C: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 397for what to use. Inspect hoses.
Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and
neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure
cap. For Caterpillar
®diesel engines, always
refer to the Caterpillar®Diesel Engine Operation &
Maintenance Manual for coolant recommendations
and change intervals.
(30)= Change the lubricant. See
Part C: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 397.
(31)= Front axle service: Re-pack upper
kingpin roller bearing.(32)= 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.
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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.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil
(DURAMAX
®/
Isuzu Diesel
Engines)Engine oil with the letters CJ-4
or CI-4 is best for your vehicle.
The CJ-4 or CI-4 designation
may appear either alone or in
combination with other API
designations, such as API CJ-4/SM.
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.
Engine Coolant
(Caterpillar
®
Diesel Engine)See the Caterpillar
®Operation &
Maintenance Manual for engine
coolant recommendations.
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Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Introduction.............................................. 360
Maintenance Requirements...................... 360
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance
Services............................................... 362
Part B - Owner Checks and Services....... 391
Part C - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants............................................. 397
Part D - Maintenance Record.................. 400
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 363
Scheduled Maintenance Supplements...... 363
Using....................................................... 362
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 360
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 174
Manual Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 283
Operation................................................. 116
Manual Windows........................................... 93
Marker Lamps............................................. 152
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 133
Outside Convex Mirrors............................ 134
Outside Heated Mirrors............................ 134
Outside Manual Mirrors............................ 133
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 133N
New Vehicle Break-In.................................... 95
Noise Control System, Tampering ................ 314
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 352
O
Odometer.................................................... 163
Odometer, Trip............................................ 163
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 219
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 176
Engine............................................268, 272
Low Oil Level Light.................................. 176
Pressure Gage......................................... 175
Oil, Engine Oil Life System........276, 278, 279
Older Children, Restraints............................. 42
Other Service Items
Air Conditioning System........................... 320
Automatic Ether Injection System............. 318
Front Wheel Bearings with
Oil-Filled Hubs...................................... 319
Fuel Filter................................................ 317
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