2020 CHEVROLET LOW CAB FORWARD technical data

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 5.2L Diesel Engine 4500 HD/XD/5500 HD/XD
Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-13337621) - 2020 - crc - 12/5/18
350 Technical Data
Valve clearanceBoth intake and exhaust valves:
0.6 mm (0.024 in) in cold engine
Idling speed 550–600 r/min
Fan belt tension New belt: 5–7 mm (0.20–0.28 in)/184–206 Hz
When used: 8–9 mm (0.31–0.35 in)/158–170 Hz
Oil filter Cartridge (spin on) type
Engine oil capacity When changing oil and filter:
11.0 L (11.6 qt)
*1
Engine coolant capacity 19.6 L (20.7 qt)*2
Preheating system Glow plugs
Transmission Specifications
A465ID Model –Six-speed automatic transmission (overdrive gear for 5th and 6th), lock-up clutch for 2nd to 6th
Gear Ratio 1st 3.742 to 1
2nd 2.003 to 1 3rd 1.343 to 14th 1.000 to 1
5th 0.773 to 1
6th 0.634 to 1
Reverse 3.539 to 1

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 5.2L Diesel Engine 4500 HD/XD/5500 HD/XD
Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-13337621) - 2020 - crc - 12/5/18
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Service SpecificationsWeights
Axle weight rating : Front 4500HD: 2431 kg (5,360 lb) 4500XD: 3007 kg (6,630 lb)
5500HD: 3098 kg (6,830 lb) 5500XD: 3300 kg (7,275 lb)
Engine Oil
Engine oil capacity When changing oil and filter: 11.0 L (11.6 qt)
*1
Engine Cooling System
Capacity 19.6 L (20.7 qt)
Engine oil Thermostat:
Starts to open 82–85 °C (180–185 °F)
Radiator pressure 108 kPa (16 psi) Transmission
Transmission oil capacity 13.7 L (28.9 pt)
*3
Rear Axle
Differential gear oil
capacity 4500HD/4500XD:
9.0 L (19.0 pt)
*4
5500HD/5500XD:10.0 L (21.1 pt)*4

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 5.2L Diesel Engine 4500 HD/XD/5500 HD/XD
Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-13337621) - 2020 - crc - 12/5/18
352 Technical Data
Limited slip differential
lubricant additive4500HD/4500XD:
0.5 L (1.06 pt)*5
5500HD/5500XD:0.6 L (1.27 pt)*5
Fuel
Fuel tank capacity
*6113 L (30.0 gal)
125 L (33.0 gal)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
DEF tank capacity 16.0 L (4.23 gal) Steering
Steering wheel free play 10–50 mm (0.39–1.97 in)
Power steering fluid capacity 1.5 L (1.6 qt) Wheel
Wheel alignment
Toe-in –2 to 2 mm (–0.08 to 0.08 in)
Camber 0°15’
Caster LH 2°50’, RH 3°40’
King pin 12°
Wheel hub bearing grease capacity 0.11 kg (0.24 lb)
Wheel stud nut torque : Front and rear 500 Y(50 kgf m/362 lb ft)

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 5.2L Diesel Engine 4500 HD/XD/5500 HD/XD
Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-13337621) - 2020 - crc - 12/5/18
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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

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 5.2L Diesel Engine 4500 HD/XD/5500 HD/XD
Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-13337621) - 2020 - crc - 12/5/18
354 Technical Data
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 (160–950) 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 0235.
Remarks:*2see Engine Coolant 0243.
Remarks:*3see Automatic Transmission Fluid 0241.
Remarks:*4see Rear Axle (Gear Oil Viscosity Chart) 0261 or
Rear Axle (Oil Level Check) 0262.
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.

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 5.2L Diesel Engine 4500 HD/XD/5500 HD/XD
Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-13337621) - 2020 - crc - 12/5/18
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Engine Drive Belt Routing
Fan Belt and Air Conditioning
Compressor Belt
See theMaintenance Schedule
0 317.
No. Name
1 Fan belt
2 Fan pulley
3 A/C belt
4 A/C compressor
5 Tension pulley
6 Crank pulley No.
Name
7 Alternator
If your air conditioning system is
functioning properly, it is not
necessary to remove and replace
the refrigerant or compressor oil.
. A V-ribbed belt is used for the
fan belt. This type of belt
requires the tension to be
adjusted more accurately than is
required with the conventional V
belt. Inappropriate tension could
cause the belt to make noise or
break. When the fan belt is
damaged, electricity is not
properly generated or becomes
a cause of engine overheating.
You must check the tension of
the fan belt carefully.
. Use dealer-certified genuine
parts when changing the
fan belt.
. Have the vehicle inspected and
serviced at your dealer. .
The air conditioning drive belt,
if equipped, must be adjusted
after fan belt adjustment. If the
belt is not adjusted properly, the
A/C belt may experience
excessive tension, and possible
premature failure.