power steering fluid CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2007 1.G Owners Manual

E. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 140.
F. Tow/Haul Selector Button (If Equipped). See
Tow/Haul Mode on page 146.
G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See
Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 269.
H. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 302.
I. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps on
page 223.
J. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If
Equipped). SeeTowing a Trailer on page 447.
K. Dome Lamp Override Button. SeeDome
Lamp Override on page 228. Dome Lamp
Knob. SeeDome Lamps on page 228.
L. Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped).
SeeFour-Wheel Drive on page 149.
M. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on
page 498.
N. Parking Brake. SeeParking Brake on
page 164.
O. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control on
page 220.
P. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 214.Q. Horn. SeeHorn on page 213.
R. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio
Steering Wheel Controls on page 370.
S. Climate Controls. SeeClimate Control System
(With Air Conditioning ) on page 236or
Climate Control System (Heater Only) on
page 239or Dual Automatic Climate Controls
(If Equipped). SeeDual Automatic Climate
Control System on page 240.
T. Accessory Power Outlets. SeeAccessory
Power Outlet(s) on page 234. Cigarette Lighter
(If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette
Lighter on page 235.
U. StabiliTrak
®Button (If Equipped). See
StabiliTrak®System on page 384. Pedal Adjust
Button (If Equipped). SeeAdjustable Throttle
and Brake Pedal on page 138. Rear Park Assist
Disable Button (If Equipped). SeeUltrasonic
Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 230.
Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button
(If Equipped). SeeWindshield Washer on
page 219.
V. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped).
SeeAirbag Off Switch on page 95.
W. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 198.
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Service........................................................ 488
Accessories and Modications................... 488
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 489
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 489
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.......................................... 490
Fuel............................................................. 490
Gasoline Octane........................................ 491
Gasoline Specications.............................. 491
California Fuel........................................... 491
Additives................................................... 492
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)............................ 493
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 494
Filling the Tank......................................... 494
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 497
Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 498
Hood Release........................................... 498
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 500
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine).................... 502
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 505Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
(Gasoline Engines)................................. 507
Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 510
Engine Coolant.......................................... 514
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap............ 517
Engine Overheating................................... 517
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only)........ 520
Cooling System......................................... 521
Engine Fan Noise..................................... 526
Power Steering Fluid................................. 526
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 527
Brakes...................................................... 529
Battery...................................................... 533
Jump Starting............................................ 534
Rear Axle.................................................... 540
Four-Wheel Drive........................................ 541
Front Axle................................................... 543
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
485

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter (Gasoline Engines) on page 507.
B. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped).
SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter (Gasoline
Engines) on page 507.
C. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System on page 521andCoolant
Surge Tank Pressure Cap on page 517.
D. Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting on
page 534.
E. Battery. SeeBattery on page 533.
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine
Oil” underEngine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on
page 502.
G. Automatic Transmission Dipstick. See
“Checking the Fluid Level” underAutomatic
Transmission Fluid on page 510.H. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (Out of View).
SeeJump Starting on page 534.
I. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See
“Checking Engine Oil” underEngine Oil
(Gasoline Engine) on page 502.
J. Engine Cooling Fan. SeeCooling System on
page 521.
K. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. SeePower
Steering Fluid on page 526.
L. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake
Fluid” underBrakes on page 529.
M. Underhood Fuse Block. SeeUnderhood Fuse
Block on page 615.
N. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
“Adding Washer Fluid” underWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 527.
501

Engine Fan Noise
If your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan,
when the clutch is engaged, the fan spins
faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In
most everyday driving conditions, the fan is
spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged.
This improves fuel economy and reduces fan
noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing,
and/or high outside temperatures, the fan speed
increases as the clutch more fully engages, so you
may hear an increase in fan noise. This is
normal and should not be mistaken as the
transmission slipping or making extra shifts. It is
merely the cooling system functioning properly.
The fan will slow down when additional cooling is
not required and the clutch disengages.
You may also hear this fan noise when you start
the engine. It will go away as the fan clutch
partially disengages.If your vehicle has electric cooling fans, you may
hear the fans spinning at low speed during most
everyday driving. The fans may turn off if no cooling
is required. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer
towing, and/or high outside temperatures, or if you
are operating your air conditioning system, the fans
may change to high speed and you may hear an
increase in fan noise. This is normal and indicates
that the cooling system is functioning properly. The
fans will change to low speed when additional
cooling is no longer required.
Power Steering Fluid
SeeEngine
Compartment Overview
on page 500for
reservoir location.
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When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power
steering uid unless you suspect there is a leak in
the system or you hear an unusual noise. A
uid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
To check the power steering uid, do the following:
1. Turn the key off and let the engine
compartment cool down.
2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir
clean.
3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a
clean rag.
4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
5. Remove the cap again and look at the
uid level on the dipstick.
The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. If
necessary, add only enough uid to bring the level
up to the mark.
What to Use
To determine what kind of uid to use, see
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 639.
Always use the proper uid. Failure to use the
proper uid can cause leaks and damage hoses
and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer uid needs to be added,
be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions
before use. Use a uid that has sufficient
protection against freezing in an area where the
temperature may fall below freezing.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Floor Shift
LinkageLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in
Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2
Category LB or GC-LB.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Front Axle
(1500 Series)SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, in
Canada 10950849).
Front Axle
(1500 HD,
2500, 2500 HD,
and 3500
Series)SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12378261, in
Canada 10953455) meeting
GM Specication 9986115.
Rear AxleSAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12378261, in
Canada 10953455) meeting
GM Specication 9986115.
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Weatherstrips........................................... 604
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 606
Ashtray....................................................... 235
Audio System.............................................. 302
AM-FM Radio.......................................... 306
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 370
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 373
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 372
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 373
Navigation/Radio System, see
Navigation Manual................................ 357
Radio with CD................................308, 314
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................ 368
Setting the Time...................................... 303
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 370
Understanding Radio Reception............... 371
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 373
Audio System(s)
Radio with CD and DVD.......................... 324
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 225
Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 510
Operation................................................. 140
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch.......... 227B
Battery........................................................ 533
Electric Power Management..................... 229
Run-Down Protection............................... 230
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 416
Brake
Emergencies............................................ 383
Parking.................................................... 164
Brakes........................................................ 529
System Warning Light.............................. 258
Braking....................................................... 380
Braking in Emergencies............................... 383
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 134
Bulb Replacement....................................... 545
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp................... 547
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 545
Headlamps............................................... 546
License Plate Lamps................................ 550
Pickup Box Identication and Fender
Marker Lamps...................................... 548
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 551
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps..................................... 548
Buying New Tires........................................ 572
670

Entry Lighting.............................................. 228
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 659
Exit Lighting................................................ 228
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 45
Exterior Lamps............................................ 223
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 507
Finish Damage............................................ 608
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 373
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 213
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 216
Flat Tire...................................................... 579
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 580
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 596
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 510
Power Steering........................................ 526
Windshield Washer.................................. 527
Fog Lamp
Fog .......................................................... 226
Fog Lamp Light........................................... 267
Four-Wheel Drive...............................149, 541
Four-Wheel-Drive Light................................ 267
Front Axle................................................... 543Fuel............................................................ 490
Additives.................................................. 492
California Fuel.......................................... 491
E85 (85% Ethanol)................................... 493
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 497
Filling Your Tank...................................... 494
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 494
Gage....................................................... 268
Gasoline Octane...................................... 491
Gasoline Specications............................ 491
Low Warning Light................................... 269
Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block........ 614
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 612
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 612
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 615
Windshield Wiper..................................... 611
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 260
Fuel......................................................... 268
Oil Pressure............................................. 265
Speedometer........................................... 250
674

Passing....................................................... 389
PASS-Key®III+........................................... 131
PASS-Key®III+ Operation........................... 132
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab.............. 441
Power
Door Locks.............................................. 121
Electrical System..................................... 611
Lumbar Controls........................................ 11
Retained Accessory (RAP)....................... 136
Seat.......................................................... 10
Sliding Rear Window................................ 128
Steering Fluid.......................................... 526
Windows.................................................. 127
Pretensioners, Safety Belt............................. 45
Privacy........................................................ 659
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.......... 121
Puddle Lamps............................................. 226
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 26
R
Radios........................................................ 302
AM-FM Radio.......................................... 306
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 373Radios (cont.)
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 372
Navigation/Radio System, see
Navigation Manual................................ 357
Radio with CD................................308, 314
Radio with CD and DVD.......................... 324
Rear Seat Audio...................................... 368
Setting the Time...................................... 303
Theft-Deterrent......................................... 370
Understanding Reception......................... 371
Rainsense™ II Wipers................................. 218
Reading Lamps........................................... 228
Rear Axle.................................................... 540
Locking.................................................... 383
Rear Door Security Locks........................... 122
Rear Doors................................................. 123
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 42
Rear Seat Armrest...................................... 201
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................... 368
Rear Seat Entertainment System................. 357
Rear Seat Operation.............................. 20, 21
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 39
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display.......... 175
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar®, Compass and Temperature
Display..................................................... 171
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