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conforms to this maintenance
schedule. (Recommended oil: CK-4
(API designations))
4. Fuel Filter :Replace the fuel
filter every 24 000 km (15,000 miles)
or more frequently if clogged or
replace when the fuel filter indicator
light comes on (if equipped).
5. Pre-Fuel Filter/Water
separator : Replace the fuel filter
every 24 000 km (15,000 miles) or
more frequently if clogged or
replace when the fuel filter indicator
light comes on (if equipped).
6. Air Cleaner Filter : The level of
dirt in the air cleaner element can
be checked against the indicator.
Replace the air cleaner filter when
the multi-information display (MID)
shows "CHECK AIR FILTER".
7. Damage to Air Intake Ducts and
Hoses : Check for damage of air
intake ducts and hoses and that
those are correctly installed every
24 000 km (15,000 miles) or
12 months. Replace or adjust those
if necessary. 8. Drive Belts :
Check belt driving
the fan, alternator or A/C
compressor every 16 000 km
(10,000 miles). Look for cracks,
fraying, wear, and proper tension.
9. Engine Bolt Torques : Loosened
bolts result in lower engine output.
Check and adjust manifold
mounting, and injectors to correct
torque every 80 000 km
(50,000 miles).
10. Rotate Tires : To equalize wear,
rotate tires and adjust tire pressures
every 10 400 km (6,500 miles). See
Tire Rotation 0323.
11. Engine Cooling System : At
12 months or 16 000 km
(10,000 miles) intervals, wash
radiator cap and filler neck with
clean water, pressure test system
and radiator cap for proper pressure
holding capacity, tighten hose
clamps and inspect condition of all
cooling and heater hoses. Replace
hoses if cracked, swollen or
otherwise deteriorated. Have the
hoses replaced by your authorized
dealer. 12. Engine Coolant :
Inspect the
engine coolant every 12 months.
Replace the engine coolant every
24 months, drain the engine coolant
by opening the drain plug at the
bottom of the radiator core, flush
and refill the engine cooling system
with a new engine coolant. Refer to
"Preparing Engine Coolant" in
Engine Coolant 0263. Have the
Engine Coolant replaced by your
authorized dealer.
13. Exhaust System : Check the
complete exhaust system every
16 000 km (10,000 miles). Check
body areas near the exhaust
system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing, or out-of-position parts.
Also inspect for open seams, holes,
loose connections, or other
conditions which could cause heat
build-up at the rear body floor pan,
or could let exhaust fumes seep into
the passenger compartment. Dust
or water in the cabin may indicate a
leak in that area. Required repairs
should be made at once.
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10 400 km (6,500 miles). Note that
there are left and right hand
threads.Wheel nut tightening torque
500Y(362 lb·ft)
35. King Pin : Lubricate the grease
fitting on the king pins every
12 months or 16 000 km
(10,000 miles) whichever occurs
first.
36. Wheel Bearing Grease : Clean
and repack front wheel bearings
every 24 months or 48 000 km
(30,000 miles) whichever occurs
first.
37. Air Conditioner Blower
Filter : The air conditioner blower
filter should be removed and
cleaned once a month.
38. Exhaust Injector : Clean the
exhaust injector every 176,000 km
(110,000 miles). 39. DEF Supply Pump Filter
Element :
Replace the DEF supply
pump filter element every
192 000 km (120,000 miles) or
24 months whichever occurs first.
40. Starter : The color displayed by
the starter indicator light will change
from green to amber when the
number of times remaining is 0 or
below and the screen is selected.
When the indicator light (amber)
comes on, have the vehicle
inspected/serviced at the nearest
dealer.Owner Checks and
Services
Before Driving
Proper care and driving is important
not only for extended service life of
your vehicle, but also for improved
fuel and oil economy. Drive carefully
and defensively. Be sure you know
how to use your truck and its
equipment before operating it.
Starting and Operating
Proper care and operation will not
only extend the service life of your
vehicle but also improve fuel
economy.
Check Around the Vehicle Before
Starting the Engine
Before pulling away, perform a
thorough safety check, making sure
there are no children or obstructions
around the vehicle.
Take off the chocks after confirming
that the parking brake is securely
applied. Sit behind the wheel, adjust
the seat position, and buckle up the
seat belt. The passengers are also
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission (Diesel
Engine) Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19354076).
Automatic Transmission (Gasoline
Engine) DEXRON
®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Battery Terminals Petroleum Jelly (outer surfaces)
Brake Fluid DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818).
Cab-Door Hinges and Latches
Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241) or equivalent
containing zinc oxide.
Chassis Lubricant Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985) or high temperature equivalent.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Diesel Exhaust Fluid (GM Part No. 19286291) or diesel exhaust fluid that meets ISO 22241-1 or displays the API Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Certification Mark.
Driveshaft Center Bearing, Wheel
Hub Bearing Lubricant NLGI #2 or #3
Driveshaft, Universal Joints and
Sliding Sleeve Lubricant NLGI #1 or #2 multi-purpose type grease
