2018 CHEVROLET TAHOE Capacities and Specifications

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298 Vehicle Care
Follow these guidelines:
.To get an accurate reading, park
the vehicle on level ground.
Check the engine oil level after
the engine has been off for at
least two hours. Checking the
engine oil level on steep grades
or too soon after engine shutoff
can result in incorrect readings.
Accuracy improves when
checking a cold engine prior to
starting. Remove the dipstick
and check the level.
. If unable to wait two hours, the
engine must be off for at least
15 minutes if the engine is
warm, or at least 30 minutes if
the engine is not warm. Pull out
the dipstick, wipe it with a clean
paper towel or cloth, then push it
back in all the way. Remove it
again, keeping the tip down, and
check the level.When to Add Engine Oil
If the oil is below the cross-hatched
area at the tip of the dipstick and
the engine has been off for at least
15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the
recommended oil and then recheck
the level. See “Selecting the Right
Engine Oil” later in this section for
an explanation of what kind of oil to
use. For engine oil crankcase
capacity, see Capacities and
Specifications 0402.
Caution
Do not add too much oil. Oil
levels above or below the
acceptable operating range
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
shown on the dipstick are harmful
to the engine. If you find that you
have an oil level above the
operating range, i.e., the engine
has so much oil that the oil level
gets above the cross-hatched
area that shows the proper
operating range, the engine could
be damaged. You should drain
out the excess oil or limit driving
of the vehicle and seek a service
professional to remove the
excess amount of oil.
See Engine Compartment Overview
0 293 for the location of the engine
oil fill cap.
Add enough oil to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating
range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when through.

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Caution (Continued)
for fluid expansion if
freezing occurs, which could
damage the tank if it is
completely full.
Brakes
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound can come and go or can
be heard all the time when the
vehicle is moving, except when
applying the brake pedal firmly.
{Warning
The brake wear warning sound
means that soon the brakes will
not work well. That could lead to
a crash. When the brake wear
warning sound is heard, have the
vehicle serviced.
Caution
Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly
brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates
can cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are
necessary to help prevent brake
pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to torque
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0402.
Brake pads should be replaced as
complete sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal
does not return to normal height,
or if there is a rapid increase in
pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service may be required.
Replacing Brake System Parts
Always replace brake system parts
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes
may not work properly. The braking
performance expected can change
in many other ways if the wrong
replacement brake parts are
installed or if parts are improperly
installed.
Brake Fluid
The brake master cylinder reservoir
is filled with GM approved DOT 3
brake fluid as indicated on the
reservoir cap. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0293 for
the location of the reservoir.

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Check that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See“Wheel
Nut Torque” underCapacities
and Specifications 0402.
{Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause an accident. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
towel can be used; however, use
a scraper or wire brush later to
remove all rust or dirt.
Lightly coat the center of the
wheel hub with wheel bearing
grease after a wheel change or
tire rotation to prevent corrosion
or rust build-up. Do not get
grease on the flat wheel
mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
When It Is Time for New
Tires
Factors, such as maintenance,
temperatures, driving speeds,
vehicle loading, and road conditions
affect the wear rate of the tires.
Treadwear indicators are one way to
tell when it is time for new tires.
Treadwear indicators appear when
the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
or less of tread remaining. Some
commercial truck tires may not have
treadwear indicators. See
Tire Inspection 0350 andTire
Rotation 0350 for additional
information.
The rubber in tires ages over time.
This also applies to the spare tire,
if the vehicle has one, even if it is
never used. Multiple factors
including temperatures, loading
conditions, and inflation pressure
maintenance affect how fast aging
takes place. GM recommends that
tires, including the spare if
equipped, be replaced after six
years, regardless of tread wear. The
tire manufacture date is the last four
digits of the DOT Tire Identification
Number (TIN) which is molded into
one side of the tire sidewall. The
first two digits represent the week
(01-52) and the last two digits, the
year. For example, the third week of
the year 2010 would have a
four-digit DOT date of 0310.
Vehicle Storage
Tires age when stored normally
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park
a vehicle that will be stored for at
least a month in a cool, dry, clean

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Warning (Continued)
aftermarket manufacturer when
using accessory locking wheel
nuts. SeeCapacities and
Specifications 0402 for original
equipment wheel nut torque
specifications.
Caution
Improperly tightened wheel nuts
can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
brake repairs, evenly tighten the
wheel nuts in the proper
sequence and to the proper
torque specification. See
Capacities and Specifications
0 402 for the wheel nut torque
specification.
When reinstalling the regular wheel
and tire, also reinstall either the
center cap or the bolt-on hub cap,
depending on which one the
vehicle has. .
For center caps, line up the tab
on the center cap with the slot in
the wheel. The cap only goes in
one way. Place the cap on the
wheel and press until it snaps
into place.
. For bolt-on hub caps, line up the
plastic nut caps with the wheel
nuts and tighten clockwise by
hand to get them started. Then
tighten with the wheel wrench
until snug.Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
{Warning
Storing a jack, a tire, or other
equipment in the passenger
compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all these in
the proper place.
Caution
Storing an aluminum wheel with a
flat tire under your vehicle for an
extended period of time or with
the valve stem pointing up can
damage the wheel. Always stow
the wheel with the valve stem
pointing down and have the
wheel/tire repaired as soon as
possible.
Caution
The tire hoist can be damaged if
there is no tension on the cable
when using it. To have the
necessary tension, the spare or
road tire and wheel assembly
must be installed on the tire hoist
to use it.
Store the tire under the rear of the
vehicle in the spare tire carrier.
Refer to the following graphics and
instructions:

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Technical Data 401
Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 403
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front
corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver side of the vehicle. It can
be seen through the windshield from
outside. The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) also appears on the
Vehicle Certification and Service
Parts labels and certificates of title
and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is
the engine code. This code
identifies the vehicle's engine,
specifications, and replacement parts. See
“Engine Specifications”
under Capacities and Specifications
0 402 for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label
There may be a label on the inside
of the glove box that contains the
following information:
.
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
. Model designation
. Paint information
. Production options and special
equipment
If there is no label, there is a
barcode on the certification label on
the center (B) pillar to scan for this
same information.

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402 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0397 for more information.
Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under thehood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System 16.8 L 17.8 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 7.6 L 8.0 qt
Fuel Tank Short Wheelbase 98.4 L 26.0 gal
Long Wheelbase 119.2 L 31.5 gal
Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 L 1.6 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 190Y 140 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

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Index 431
Assistance Program,Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408
Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Assistance Systems for Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 256
Automatic
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Level Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . 301, 304
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Shift Lock Control FunctionCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 186
Axle, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
B
Battery Exterior Lighting BatterySaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Battery (cont'd)
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Battery - North America . . . . 314, 368
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 318
Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Brake Pedal and AdjustableThrottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 155
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 216
Bulb Replacement Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . 322
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
High Intensity Discharge(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 324 Bulb Replacement (cont'd)
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-up
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
California Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Perchlorate Materials
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
California Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .291, 314, 368,
Back Cover
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Cargo
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 128
Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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Seats (cont'd)Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Second Row . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121, 123
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 292
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 400
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 401
Publications Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 410
Services Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 394
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Shift Lock Control Function
Check, Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 262
Signals, Turn and
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Special Application Services . . . . 394
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Fluid, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Steps
Power Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Storage
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Storage Areas Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 127
Struts
Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191, 417
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147