2020 CHEVROLET LOW CAB FORWARD technical data

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ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 13
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 52
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 128
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 317
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 356
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 363
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365

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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 355
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
The VIN and engine number are
necessary for registering your
vehicle. They are also necessary
when your vehicle undergoes official
inspections. Provide your dealer
with these numbers when you are
having the vehicle repaired or when
ordering replacement parts. The
Dealer will be able to do the
requested jobs more competently
and quickly.
VIN and Weight Rating Plate

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The "VIN, Weight Rating, and
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
Plate" shows the manufacturer's
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR),
the front and rear gross axle weight
ratings (GAWRs), as well as the VIN
and emissions information for your
vehicle.
This plate is located on the left side
rear pillar panel below the striker
(single cab) or on the left center
pillar panel beside the shoulder seat
belt anchor (crew cab).The VIN is a legal identifier of your
vehicle. It not only appears on the
VIN, Weight Rating, and
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
plate; but also on the vehicle title
and registration. The VIN
specifically identifies a vehicle
by code.
See
“Overloading” underInformation
on Loading the Vehicle 046.
The VIN contains multiple pieces of
information including the vehicle
and engine model codes as shown
below.

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J A L C 4 W 1 6 * L 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 L: 2020

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SectionDescription
9 Plant Code 7: Fujisawa
10 Model Code 0: 4500HD
3: 5500XD
9: 5500HD
K: 4500XD
11 Sequence Numbers
Interpretation of the VIN may differ
depending on the vehicle. For
further details, please ask your
dealer.
The engine number is stamped on
the right side front part of the engine
block.

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Option Codes
The ID plate at the lower part of the
righthand door striker indicates
option codes. These codes are
three-digit, alphanumeric codes,
each assigned to a particular
component of the vehicle.You will be able to use these codes
to identify the model or type of
engine, transmission, rear axle or
other components when your
vehicle needs inspection and other
services.

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OptionCodes Component
RJS 4HK1
Y6Q Transmission: Automatic transmission A465ID model 6CP Rear Axle: Heavy-duty 320mm G73 Rear Axle: Heavy-duty 292mm
7QQ Other Components: Hydraulic brake booster (HBB)
There are more option codes than
those indicated above. Depending
on the vehicle, an option code may
not be shown. For detailed
specifications of your vehicle, see
your dealer.

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
These specifications are given here for information only. Before using them, see the Cautions and other instructions
throughout this manual–the index may help you locate such items. For more information, see the Service Manual
covering the chassis or body part in question. Your dealer may also be able to help.
Engine Specifications
Description Water-cooled, overhead camshaft, direct injection engine with a charge air cooled
turbocharger.
Manufacturer Isuzu
Model 4HK1–5.2L Diesel Engine
Engine type Inline 4, Four Cycle
Induction Turbocharged W/Charge Air Cooler
Bore 115 mm
Stroke 125 mm
Displacement 5.193 L (317 CID)
Full load RPM 2,400 rpm
Compression ratio 16.5 to 1
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Fuel injection timing
(static) degree 0°