reset CHEVROLET LOW CAB FORWARD 2018 User Guide

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-
11254764) - 2018 - crc - 12/5/16
216 Driving and Operating
When Operating the PTO
For operation of special equipment,
see the manufacturer’s instructions.
Installations, or alterations to the
original equipment vehicle or
chassis, as manufactured and
assembled by General Motors, are
not covered by this warranty. The
body company, assembler,
or equipment installer is solely
responsible for warranties on the
body or equipment and any
alterations to any of the parts,
components, systems,
or assemblies installed by GM.
Examples include, but are not
limited to, special body installation,
such as recreational vehicles, the
installation of any non-GM part,
cutting, welding, or the
disconnecting of original equipment
vehicle or chassis parts and
components, extension of the
wheelbase, suspension, and
driveline modifications, and axle
additions. The engine control module (ECM)
has the ability to accommodate one
of three different PTO modes. Each
mode can be programmed to
accommodate many PTO devices.
Optional PTO switches are available
from your dealer to ease installation
of a PTO.
The optional PTO main switch and
PTO engine speed control switch
can be used increase the engine
idle r/min without additional
programming. Pressing the PTO
main switch once will activate the
PTO mode and raise the idle up
speed up to the preset 800 r/min.
Once in PTO mode the PTO engine
speed control switch can be used to
adjust the idle speeds between the
preset 1,300 and 1,700 r/min.
Moving the selector lever from park
or neutral, applying the brake pedal
or releasing the parking brake will
cancel PTO mode and return the
engine idle speed to normal. For
additional details about PTO
programming, contact your dealer.

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-
11254764) - 2018 - crc - 12/5/16
Vehicle Care 223
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank
Inspection Cover (Crew Cab
Model)
To gain access to the engine
coolant reserve tank, remove the
inspection cover located under the
rear left seat.
Engine Oil
Engine oil is an important factor
determining engine performance
and longevity. Be sure to use only
the specified oil and oil filters. The
engine oil level must be checked
and the oil should be changed
regularly according to the
Maintenance Schedule.The engine oil performs the
following important functions:
.
It prevents engine parts from
becoming worn.
. It cools engine parts.
. It cleans engine parts.
. It seals the combustion
chambers and prevents rust.
Replace the engine oil at regular
intervals.
When particulate matter (PM) has
accumulated to a preset level in the
diesel particulate filter (DPF), the
filter is automatically regenerated
through combustion. To make this
regeneration (combustion) possible,
a small amount of fuel is injected
into the engine combustion chamber
after firing. This causes fuel to
gradually become mixed with the
engine oil, and the engine oil level
may rise beyond the original level.
This does not indicate a malfunction
of the engine.
Access to the Engine
Single Cab Model
Access to the engine oil dipstick is
located on the engine left side after
tilting the cab. See Cab Tilting
0 220.
Crew Cab Model
The engine oil dipstick is under the
engine inspection sub cover located
beneath the driver's seat.

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-
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236 Vehicle Care
1. When the engine is cool,remove the radiator cap (1).
.Turn the cap slowly to the
left until it reaches a “stop”.
Do not press down while
turning the cap.
. Wait until any remaining
pressure (indicated by a
hissing sound) is relieved,
then press down on the cap
and continue turning it to
the left. 2. Fill the radiator to the base of
the filler neck (2).
.Add enough engine coolant
to provide the required
cooling, freezing and
corrosion protection.
. Install the radiator cap.
3. Run the engine until the engine coolant temperature rises to
normal level, and idle the
engine for 10 minutes.
4. Turn off the engine. Make sure that the engine is cool.
Remove the radiator cap and
add engine coolant to the
radiator until it reaches the
base of the filler neck.
5. Install the radiator cap.
Check, replenish or change the
engine coolant only after the engine
has sufficiently cooled down.
When the engine is still hot, take
care to prevent engine coolant from
contact with the exhaust manifold.
Any such contact could result in
exhaust manifold damage. If you use the proper quality engine
coolant, there is no need to add
extra inhibitors or additives which
claim to improve the system. They
may be harmful to the proper
operation of the system.
Do not overfill the engine coolant
reserve tank.
If the level of engine coolant
changes rapidly, have your vehicle
inspected at your dealer.
Thermostat
The engine coolant temperature is
controlled by thermostat(s). The
thermostats stop engine coolant
flow through the radiator until a
preset temperature is reached. The
thermostats are installed in the
engine coolant outlet on the engine
block. The same thermostats are
used in both winter and summer.
When a replacement is needed,
genuine GM parts are
recommended.
Radiator Pressure Cap
The radiator cap, a 108 kPa (16 psi)
pressure type, must be installed
tightly, otherwise engine coolant