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Service and Maintenance 349
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 Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19354076).
Battery Terminals Petroleum Jelly (outer surfaces)
Brake Fluid DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126).
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. 19353126) 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
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and GM extended life coolant. (GM Part No. 12378560) SeeEngine Coolant0253.
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UsageFluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Engine oils with the letters CK-4 are required for your vehicle. The CK-4
designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American
Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CK-4/SL. These letters
show API levels of quality. To determine the preferred viscosity for your
vehicle's diesel engine, see Engine Oil0245.
Hydraulic Brake Booster (If
Equipped) DEXRON
®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Power Steerig Fluid DEXRON
®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Rear Axle Multi purpose gear oil SAE80W-90 GL-5, SAE90 GL-5
Rear Axle
(Limited slip differential (LSD)) Multi purpose gear oil SAE80W-90 GL-5, SAE90 GL-5 for limited slip
differential together with limited slip differential lubricant additive (GM
Part No. 88900330) or equivalent.
Windshield Washer Solvent Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
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Technical Data 355
J A L C 4 W 1 6 * K 7 K 0 0 0 0 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Section Description
1 World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) JAL: ISUZU
2 GVWR and Brake System C: 14,001-16,000 lbs. hydraulic brake system
E: 16,001-19,500 lbs. hydraulic brake system
3 Series Code 4: 4500HD/4500XD
5: 5500HD/5500XD
4 Cab Type Code W: Steel tilt single cab, 71 inch bumper to back of cab (BBC)
J: Non-tilt crew cab, 110 inch bumper to back of cab (BBC)
5 Chassis Type Code 1: 4 x 2
6 Engine Code 6: 4HK1
7 Check Digit
8 Model Year Code K: 2019
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Technical Data 361
Disc Brakes
Model 4500HD 4500XD/5500HD/5500XD
Brake size (Diameter x
Thickness) φ293 x 40 mm (φ11.54 x 1.57 in)
φ363 x 42 mm (φ14.29 x 1.65 in)
Rotor thickness [Standard Value] 40.0 mm (1.575 in) 42.0 mm (1.654 in)
[Usable Limit] 37.0 mm (1.457 in) 39.0 mm (1.535 in)
Pad thickness [Standard Value] 13.0 mm (0.512 in) 13.0 mm (0.512 in)
[Usable Limit] 1.0 mm (0.04 in) 1.0 mm (0.04 in) Service Brakes
Brake pedal free play 4500HD/4500XD 5–10 mm (0.20–0.39 in)
5500HD/5500XD 5–10 mm (0.20–0.39 in)
Clearance between the brake pedal and the brake pedal bracket with a pressure of 490 Y(50 kgf/110 lb ft)
applied to the brake pedal
4500HD/4500XD models 35 mm (1.38 in) or more
Clearance between the brake pedal and the brake pedal bracket with a pressure of 294 Y(30 kgf/66 lb ft) applied
to the brake pedal
5500HD/5500XD models 35 mm (1.38 in) or more
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Parking Brake
Lever effective stroke (Under pull force of approx. 147 N (15 kg/33 lb) 6–8 notches
Electrical System
Battery type [BCI size] (RC-CCA) x No. of units 31T (160–750) x 2
*7
Starter
12 V/3.0 kw
Alternator 12 V/140 amp
Tightening Torque
Oil pan drain plug 83.3Y(8.5 kgf m/61.0 lb ft)
Oil filter drain plug —
Oil filter —
Oil filter cartridge 63.7Y(6.5 kgf m/47.0 lb ft)
Remarks:
*1see Engine Oil 0245.
Remarks:*2see Engine Coolant 0253.
Remarks:*3see Automatic Transmission Fluid 0251.
Remarks:*4see Rear Axle (Gear Oil Viscosity Chart) 0271 orRear Axle (Oil Level Check) 0272.
Remarks:*5only for vehicles equipped with optional limited slip differential.
Remarks:*6The fuel tank capacity is stated on a metal plate attached to the fuel tank body. Only fill the tank to
95 percent of its capacity; this allows room for the expansion of the fuel.
Remarks:
*7larger capacity batteries 31 (180-930) × 2 can also be used. However, do not mix batteries of different
types and from different makers.
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Insurance pays the bill for the repair,
but you must live with the repair.
Depending on your policy limits,
your insurance company may
initially value the repair using
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with
the repair professional, and insist on
Genuine GM parts. Remember,
if the vehicle is leased, you may be
obligated to have the vehicle
repaired with Genuine GM parts,
even if your insurance coverage
does not pay the full cost.
If another party's insurance
company is paying for the repairs,
you are not obligated to accept a
repair valuation based on that
insurance company's collision policy
repair limits, as you have no
contractual limits with that company.
In such cases, you can have control
of the repair and parts choices as
long as the cost stays within
reasonable limits.Publication Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service manuals have the diagnosis
and repair information on the
engine, transmission, axle,
suspension, brakes, electrical
system, steering system, body, etc.
Customer Literature
Owner’s manuals are written
specifically for owners and are
intended to provide basic
operational information about the
vehicle. The owner ’s manual
includes the Maintenance Schedule
for all models.
Customer literature publications
available for purchase include
owner ’s manuals, warranty
manuals, infotainment manuals, and
portfolios. Portfolios include an
owner ’s manual, warranty manual,
infotainment manual, if applicable,
and zip lock bag or pouch.
Current and Past Models
Service manuals and customer
literature are available for many
current and past model year GM
vehicles.
To order, call 1-800-551-4123
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
eastern time
For credit card orders only (VISA,
MasterCard, or Discover), see
Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com.
To order by mail, write to:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
Make checks payable in U.S. funds.
Radio Frequency
Statement
This vehicle has systems that
operate on a radio frequency that
complies with Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
rules.
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Index 373
IndexA
Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 236
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Adjustments Seat, Initial Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Agreements Trademarks and License . . . . . 129
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 253
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Antenna Fixed Mast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 216
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Assistance Program,
Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
Audio Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Audio Players
CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Automatic Transmission Selector Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Shift Lock Control Function
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Warning Light . . . . . 78
Automatic Transmission Overdrive Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271, 272
B
Battery - North America . . . . 269, 311
Battery Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 275
Bluetooth
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Brake Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . 74
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374 Index
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Exhaust Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 165
Bulb Replacement Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Headlamps and Front TurnSignal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 286
Roofmarker Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Sidemarker Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-up
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Buzzers, Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
C
Cab Tilting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
California Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 California
Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .240, 269, 311,
Back Cover
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Carbon Monoxide
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Cargo Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Child Restraints
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 131
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Cold Weather Operation . . . . . . . . 230
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 368
Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Coolant
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Engine Temperature Gauge . . . . 72
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Cornering Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Cover Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Covers Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 365 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365
Text Telephone (TTY)Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365
Customer Information Publications OrderingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Customer Satisfaction
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
D
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 368
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81