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Additives
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United
States are now required to contain additives
that will help prevent engine and fuel system
deposits from forming, allowing your emission
control system to work properly. In most cases,
you should not have to add anything to your fuel.
However, some gasolines contain only the
minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean,
or if your vehicle experiences problems due to
dirty injectors or valves, look for gasoline that is
advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. Also,
your dealer has additives that will help correct
and prevent most deposit-related problems.
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers
and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may
be available in your area. General Motors
recommends that you use these gasolines if they
comply with the specifications described earlier.
However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels
containing more than 10% ethanol must not be
used in vehicles that were not designed for
those fuels.Notice:Your vehicle was not designed for
fuel that contains methanol. Do not use
fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal
parts in your fuel system and also damage
the plastic and rubber parts. That damage
would not be covered under your warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions may contain an octane-enhancing
additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you
buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT.
General Motors recommends against the use of
such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce
the life of spark plugs and the performance of
the emission control system may be affected. The
malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this
occurs, return to your dealer for service.
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Part GM Part Number ACDelco®Part Number
Spark Plugs
6.6L — —
7.2L — —
Isuzu 6H — —
8.1L 12578277 41-983
1Optional air filter (GM Part No. 88937548 AC Delco No. A2035C) for C6/C7/C8 Models. Fits inside standard size
filter (GM Part No. 88937525 AC Delco No. A2031C) listed previously.
†Racor part number.
††Caterpillar
®part number.
See the Allison Transmission®Operator’s Manual in your vehicle for external filter part numbers and information.
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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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