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252 Vehicle Care
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Press the engine oil level check
switch. If engine oil level is low the
red oil pressure warning light will
turn on. If the engine oil level is
above the "OK", the green oil level
indicator will turn on.
The oil level varies while the engine
is running, right after it is stopped,
and on sloping ground. When
checking the oil level, be sure the
vehicle is on level ground while the
engine is cool.
The engine oil level must be kept at
the right level to help assure proper
lubrication of your vehicle's engine.It is the owner's responsibility to
check the oil level at regular
intervals (such as every fuel stop),
according to the following
instructions. Park the vehicle on a
level surface and check the engine
oil level before starting or at least
30 minutes after turning off the
engine.
3.0L Shown, 5.2L Similar
1. Remove the oil dipstick (2) and wipe off any oil on the oil
dipstick.
3.0L Shown, 5.2L Similar
2. Reinsert the oil dipstick fully and then gently remove it.
The oil is at the correct level if
the oil level is between the
"Position A" and "MIN" marks.
3. If the oil level is too low, add oil to the "FULL" mark.
If the oil level is beyond the
"Position A" mark, the oil needs
to be changed.
4. Reinstall the oil dipstick into position after checking the oil
level.

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4. If no steam or engine coolantcan be seen or heard from the
engine compartment:
.Tilt the cab or open the
engine access cover.
‐If the engine coolant is
boiling, wait until it stops
before proceeding.
‐ Look at the see-through
reserve tank. The
engine coolant level
should be between the
"MAX" and "MIN" lines
on the reserve tank.
‐ If necessary, pour
engine coolant (See
Engine Coolant 0263
for the proper coolant
and water mixture) into
the reserve tank only,
not directly into the
radiator. Also, do not
check engine coolant
level at the radiator.
. Make sure the fan belts are
not broken, or off the
pulleys, and that the fan
turns when the engine is started. Make sure the fan
blade and pulleys are not
broken.
. Diesel engine only, check
the radiator hoses and
connections, heater hoses
and connections, radiator,
water pump, EGR cooler,
and SCR system and hoses
for leakage.
. Gasoline engine only, if the
engine coolant level in the
reserve tank is low, look for
leaks at the radiator hoses
and connections, heater
hoses and connections,
radiator, and water pump.
If the engine coolant level in
the reserve tank is at the
correct level but there is still
an indication on the
instrument panel of an
overheat condition:
You must let the engine
cool first. You may then add
engine coolant directly to
the radiator. See "Adding
Engine Coolant" under
Engine Coolant 0263. 5. Inspect to see if there is any
dirt, etc. attached to the front
surface of the radiator. Also,
inspect to see if there is
anything blocking the core.
If there is anything attached,
clean and remove it.
6. After the inspection, regardless of the vehicle condition, please
contact the nearest dealer.
Once the engine coolant
temperature gauge no longer
signals an overheat condition, you
can resume driving at a reduced
speed. Return to normal driving
after about 10 minutes if the gauge
pointer does not again show an
overheat condition.
When tap water only has been used
for engine coolant in an emergency,
change the engine coolant as soon
as possible.
Engine damage may be caused if
an overheating engine is suddenly
refilled with water. Instead, refill
slowly.

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Follow the recommendations for
brake checks in the Maintenance
Schedule.
GM replacement brake lining
material is recommended for this
vehicle to maintain the balance
between front and rear brake
performance. GM replacement
brake parts have been carefully
selected to provide the proper brake
balance for purposes of both
stopping distance and controllability
over the full range of operating
conditions. Installation of front or
rear brake lining material with
performance different from that of
the replacement parts
recommended for this vehicle can
change the intended brake balance
of this vehicle.
Checking the Brake Electric
Vacuum Pump (4500HD/
4500XD Series)
1. Turn the engine control switchto the "ON" position (do not
start the engine), and press the
brake pedal several times. 2. Check for the noisy sound of
the electric vacuum pump
inside the instrument panel at
the same time as vacuum
warning buzzer sound, and
check that the brake low
vacuum warning light
comes on.
3. Then, start the engine. The main vacuum pump driven by
the engine will start running.
If the electric vacuum pump
operation (noisy sound) and
the vacuum warning buzzer
stop, and the brake low
vacuum warning light goes off
thereafter, the operation is
normal.
4. If you cannot hear the noisy sound or the noisy sound stays
on all the time, have the
vehicle inspected by the
nearest dealer immediately.Hydraulic Brake Booster (HBB)
The 5500HD, 5500XD models are
equipped with a HBB system. HBB
is a brake booster device that utilizes hydraulic pressure from the
HBB pump integral with the power
steering pump.
If the brake booster warning light
comes on or a warning buzzer
continues to sound, there may be a
problem with the HBB.
If this warning light comes on while
driving, immediately stop your
vehicle at a safe place well clear of
traffic and promptly contact the
nearest dealer for inspection.
Hydraulic brake booster (HBB)
characteristics
In the 5500HD, 5500XD models, an
unusual sound from under the
instrument panel may be heard from
the hydraulic system while brakes
are used. It does not mean trouble.
It is not a sign of malfunction.
If you pump the brakes with the
engine off, a squeaking sound can
be heard. This comes from the
auxiliary accumulator. It is not a
malfunction. With the engine
running, a similar sound can be
heard during sudden braking.

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{Warning
If you find any abnormal
conditions with the wheel nuts
such as frequent loosening of
retightened nuts, have your
vehicle checked or serviced at the
nearest dealer as soon as
possible.
Fully engage the wheel wrench on a
wheel nut in order to tighten the nut
to the specified torque. However, do
not use a pipe as a handle
extension or your foot to apply force
on the wrench. This would tighten
the nut more than required and
might damage components.
Both under-tightening and
over-tightening of wheel nuts may
cause broken wheel studs or
cracked disc wheels and could lead
to wheel detachment. Adhere to the
specified tightening torques.
When replacing a tire with a new
one, use only a tire of the same
type and size as the replaced tire;
otherwise, driving safety could be affected. Avoid mixed use of
different types or different size tires
at all costs.
If a Tire Goes Flat
When the tire goes flat while driving,
ease off the accelerator pedal, avoid
hard braking, hold on to the steering
wheel firmly, and stop the vehicle.
The tire should be changed in a
safe, open location to prevent
obstructing other vehicles or
pedestrians.
{Warning
If you continue to drive on a flat
tire, undue force will be applied to
the wheel studs, possibly causing
the studs to break and the wheel
to come off. You and others could
be seriously injured.
See “Tire Replacement
Recommendations” underWheels
and Tires 0308.
Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North
America
When the Battery is
Discharged
Use a jumper cable (sold
separately) and the battery of
another vehicle to start the engine in
the following sequence.
{Danger
Follow the precautions listed in
the jump starting instructions
when working on or near the
battery. Personal injury
(particularly to eyes) or property
damage may result from battery
explosion, battery fluid or
electrical (short circuit) burns.
If battery fluid should come in
contact with an eye, immediately
wash away using a large amount
of water and continue washing for
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Danger (Continued)
at least 5 minutes. Following this,
you should seek medical
assistance.
When using tools or other metal
objects in the vicinity of the
battery, take care to prevent them
from coming into contact with the
positive terminal. As the vehicle
itself will conduct electricity, any
such contact can result in a
short-circuit and a highly
dangerous electric shock.
A vehicle battery generates
extremely flammable hydrogen
gas. For this reason, operations
producing sparks or requiring the
usage of an open flame must
never be carried out near a
vehicle battery. Failure to observe
this precaution can result in
explosion if the hydrogen gas
ignites. Whenever wiping up
battery fluid, a damp cloth should
be used.(Continued)
Danger (Continued)
Batteries produce explosive
gases, contain corrosive acid,
and supply levels of electrical
current high enough to cause
burns. Therefore, to reduce the
risk of personal injury when
working near a battery:
. Always shield your eyes
and avoid leaning over a
battery whenever possible.
. Do not expose a battery to
open flames or sparks.
. Do not allow battery acid to
contact eyes or skin. Flush
any contacted area with
water immediately and
thoroughly, and get
medical help.
. Follow each step in the
jump starting instructions.
Always stop the engine whenever
the battery is to be inspected. (Continued)
Danger (Continued)
Dilute sulfuric acid is used as the
battery fluid. Special care must be
taken to ensure that this fluid
does not come into contact with
skin, clothing, or metal surfaces.
When disconnecting the cables
from the terminals, start with the
negative terminal. When
connecting them, the negative
terminal should be
reconnected last.
You and others could be seriously
injured.
{Warning
For safety and the protection of
the vehicle, do not push-start the
vehicle.
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How to check: This operation could
be difficult and you may choose to
have this done at your dealer
Service Department.
1. Turn the engine control switch to
the "ON" position (not to start the
engine), and press the brake pedal
several times.
2. Check for the noisy sound of the
electric vacuum pump inside the
instrument panel at the same time
as vacuum warning buzzer sound,
and check that the brake low
vacuum warning light comes on.
3. Then, after you start the engine,
the main vacuum pump driven by
the engine will start running. If the
electric vacuum pump operation
(noisy sound) and the vacuum
warning buzzer stop, and the brake
low vacuum warning light goes off
thereafter, the operation is normal.
4. If you cannot hear the noisy
sound of the electric vacuum pump,
check the electrical wiring and
repair as necessary. If it cannot be
repaired, replace the electric
vacuum pump.20. BRAKE FLUID :
Check the fluid
in the brake fluid reservoir every
12 000 km (7,500 miles) and replace
fluid every 48 000 km
(30,000 miles).
21. BRAKE LINE AND HOSES :
Check lines and hoses for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. every 48 000 km
(30,000 miles). Any questionable
parts should be replaced or repaired
at once. When rubbing or wear is
noted on lines or hoses, the cause
must be corrected at once.
22. HYDRAULIC UNIT : Change
every 10 years.
23. DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL :
Replace lubricant every 48 000 km
(30,000 miles) or every 24 months.
Check lubricant level every
12 000 km (7,500 miles) or every
12 months, and add lubricant to
within 0 to 10 mm (0 to 0.4 inch) of
the bottom edge of the filler hole if
necessary. 24. POWER STEERING FLUID :
Replace power steering fluid every
24 months or 60 000 km
(37,500 miles), whichever occurs
first.
25. STEERING WHEEL FREE
PLAY :
Check steering wheel free
play after the first 1 040 km
(650 miles) and then every
10 400 km (6,500 miles).
Steering wheel free play
10-50 mm (0.39-1.97 in)
26. STEERING GEAR BOX
TORQUE : Retighten the fixing bolts
of the steering gear box to the
specified torque every 48 000 km
(30,000 miles). Specified tightening
torque.
Steering gear box tightening torque
102 Y(75 lb·ft)
27. DRIVESHAFT FLANGE
TORQUE : Check the fixing bolts of
driveshaft flange for looseness or
damage first 12 000 km
(7,500 miles). Retighten the fixing

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412 Index
Proposition 65 Warning,California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245, 326
R
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 404
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Radios
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378
Reduced Engine Power Light . . . . 91
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Replacement Parts Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380
Reporting Safety Defects
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
Roads Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400
Roofmarker Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 396
Running out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Running the Vehicle While
Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
S
Safety Defects ReportingGeneral Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 401
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Lap Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Three-Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 53
Seats Position, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Security Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Selector Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Climate Control System . . . . . . . 126
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 245 Service (cont'd)
Publications Ordering
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 401
Transmission Warning Light . . . . 88
Vehicle Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Shopping Bag Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Sidemarker Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Specifications and
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389
Speed Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Starting and Stopping the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165, 168
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Fluid, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Storage Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Storage Areas Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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Storage Areas (cont'd)Information on Loading the
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . 60
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
System Noise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
TaillampsBulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Temperature, Operating . . . . . . . . 172
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 399
Three-Point Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Tires If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Towing Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Trademarks and License Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Transmission Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Transmission (cont'd)
Overdrive Off, Automatic . . . . . . 215
Service Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . 88
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Turn Signal Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
U
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
V
VehicleControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Getting In and Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 383
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Service Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Starting and Stopping . . . . 165, 168
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Vehicle Care
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
W
Wait to Start Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Warning Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warning Buzzers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Warnings Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Water in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Windows Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Winter Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 286