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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
This maintenance section applies to vehicles with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Duramax diesel supplement.
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission (6-Speed Transmission) DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission (8-Speed Transmission) DEXRON-HP Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission (10-Speed Transmission) DEXRON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL coolant. SeeCooling System 0346.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil
0 339.
Front and Rear Axle Driveshaft Splines Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 19257121, in
Canada 19257122).

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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement.Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter With high capacity air cleaner 84121219 A3244C
Without high capacity air cleaner 84121217 A3246C
Oil Filter
2.7L L4 55495106 PF66
4.3L V6 12690385 PF63E
5.3L V8 12690385 PF63E
6.2L V8 12690385 PF63E
6.6L V8 12690385 PF63E
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185
Spark Plugs 2.7L L4 12688094 41-106-IP
4.3L V6 12622441 41-114
5.3L V8 12622441 41-114

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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 457
Service Parts Identification . . . 457
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 458
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 461
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
0 458 for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification
There may be a large barcode on
the certification label on the center
pillar that you can scan for the
following information:
.
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
. Model designation
. Paint information
. Production options
If there is not a large barcode on
this label, then you will find this
same information on a label inside
of the glove box.

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0452.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement.
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.
Engine Cooling System*
2.7L L4 Engine –1500 Series 11.8 L 12.4 qt
4.3L V6 Engine –1500 Series 11.5 L 12.2 qt
5.3L V8 Engine –1500 Series (L82) 12.8 L 13.5 qt
5.3L V8 Engine –1500 Series (L84) 13.1 L 13.8 qt
6.2L V8 Engine –1500 Series 12.6 L 13.3 qt
6.6L V8 Gas Engine –2500 Series and 3500 Series (L8T) 15.1 L 15.9 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
2.7L L4 Engine –1500 Series 5.7 L 6.0 qt

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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
4.3L V6 Engine –1500 Series 5.7 L 6.0 qt
5.3L V8 Engine –1500 Series (L84) 7.6 L 8.0 qt
6.2L V8 Engine –1500 Series 7.6 L 8.0 qt
6.6L V8 Gas Engine –2500 Series and 3500 Series 7.6 L 8.0 qt
Fuel Tank 1500 Series Standard and Short Box (4WD Gas and
Diesel) 90.8 L 24.0 gal
1500 Series Standard and Short Box (2WD Diesel) 83.3 L 22.0 gal
1500 Series Long Box 106.0 L 28.0 gal
2500 Series and 3500 Series Standard Box (Except
Double Cab Diesel) 136.3 L 36.0 gal
2500 Series and 3500 Series Standard Box (Double Cab
Diesel) 111.3 L 29.4 gal
2500 Series and 3500 Series Long Box (Except Regular
Cab Diesel) 136.3 L 28.0 gal
2500 Series and 3500 Series Long Box (Regular Cab
Diesel) 106.0 L 28.0 gal
3500 Series Chassis Cab –Front Tank 89.0 L 23.5 gal

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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
3500 Series Chassis Cab –Rear Tank 151.4 L 40.0 gal
Transfer Case Fluid (1500 Series Only) 1.5 L 1.6 qt
Transfer Case Fluid (2500 and 3500 Series Only) 2.3 L 2.4 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y140 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.
*Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN CodeSpark Plug Gap
2.7L L4 (L3B) K0.65–0.75 mm (0.026–0.030 in)
4.3L V6 (LV3) H0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
5.3L V8 (L82) F0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
5.3L V8 (L84) D0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
6.2L V8 (L87) L0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
6.6L V8 (L8T) 70.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage
the spark plug.

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Engine Drive Belt Routing
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,
see the Duramax diesel
supplement.
2.7L Engine
4.3L, 5.3L, and 6.2L Engines
6.6L Engine (Single Generator)
6.6L Engine (Dual Generator)

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original GM parts. Remember,
recycled parts will not be covered by
the GM vehicle warranty.
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.