2008 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE tailgate

(c)Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if
they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all
pipes, ttings, and clamps; replace with genuine parts as
needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test
of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year.
(d)Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or
contamination. Clean the windshield and wiper blades,
if contaminated. Replace wiper blades that are worn
or damaged. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
on page 5-55andWindshield and Wiper Blades on
page 5-104for more information.
(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety
belt assemblies are working properly. Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see
anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing
its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety
belts replaced. Also see Checking the Restraint Systems
on page 1-76.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assembly,
secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl,
midgate hinges, side storage box door hinges, tailgate
hinges, tailgate linkage, outer tailgate handle pivot
points, latch bolt, fuel door hinge, locks, and folding
seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may be
required when exposed to a corrosive environment.Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean
cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and
not stick or squeak.
(g)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation.
(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer
perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25
for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator,
condenser, pressure cap, and ller neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a
problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and
the uid level checked. Add uid if needed.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Transfer CaseDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Front Axle
Propshaft
Spline or
One-Piece
Propshaft
Spline
(Two-Wheel
Drive with Auto.
Trans.)Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in
Canada 10953511) or lubricant
meeting requirements of
GM 9985830.
Hood HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Outer Tailgate
Handle Pivot
PointsMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningWeatherstrip Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 3634770,
in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada 992887).
Weatherstrip
SqueaksSynthetic Grease with
Teon, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12371287,
in Canada 10953437).
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Storage Areas
All-Weather Cargo Area................................2-85
Center Console Storage Area........................2-71
Center Overhead Console.............................2-71
Cupholders.................................................2-71
Front Armrest Storage Area...........................2-71
Glove Box..................................................2-71
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-72
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-73
Top-Box Storage..........................................2-89
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-34
Sun Visors.....................................................2-25
Sunroof.........................................................2-96
T
Tachometer....................................................3-34
Tailgate.........................................................2-22
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps.......................................5-53
Theft-Deterrent, Radio....................................3-118
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-26
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-26
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer............2-28
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation................................................2-28
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-7
Time, Setting..................................................3-76Tire
Pressure Light.............................................3-42
Tires.............................................................5-56
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning...............................................5-104
Buying New Tires........................................5-72
Chains.......................................................5-78
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-80
Cleaning...................................................5-105
Different Size..............................................5-74
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-79
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-64
Inspection and Rotation................................5-70
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-85
Pressure Monitor Operation...........................5-67
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-65
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-85
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-81
Secondary Latch System..............................5-91
Spare Tire..................................................5-98
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-94
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-57
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-61
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-74
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-76
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-76
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-71
Tonneau Cover...............................................2-90
Top-Box Storage.............................................2-89
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