maintenance CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 2007 2.G Service Manual

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from
your GM dealer.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Part GM Part NumberACDelco®Part
Number
Engine Air Cleaner /Filter
High Capacity Filter 25313349 A1518C
Standard Filter 25313348* A1519C*
Oil Filter
5.3L V8, 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel, 6.0L V8 89017524 PF48
Spark Plugs
5.3L V8, 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel, 6.0L V8 12571164 41-985
Wiper Blades (ITTA Type)
Front – 21.6 inches (55.0 cm) 15930910 —
Rear – 11.8 inches (30.0 cm) 15173729 —
*A1518C high-capacity air cleaner lter may be substituted.
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Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service,
and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. SeeMaintenance Requirements on page 560.
Any additional information fromOwner Checks and Services on page 570can be added on the following
record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
579

Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
580

Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center
(United States only)
The Owner Center is a resource for your
GM ownership needs. Specic vehicle information
can be found in one place.
The Online Owner Center allows you to:
Get e-mail service reminders.
Access information about your specic
vehicle, including tips and videos and
an electronic version of this owner manual.
Keep track of your vehicle’s service history
and maintenance schedule.
Find GM dealers for service nationwide.
Receive special promotions and privileges
only available to members.
Refer to www.MyGMLink.com on the web for
updated information and to register your vehicle.
My GM Canada (Canada only)
My GM Canada is a password-protected section
of gmcanada.com where you can save information
on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and
use handy tools and forms with greater ease.
Here are a few of the valuable tools and services
you will have access to:
My Showroom: Find and save information on
vehicles and current offers in your area.
My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as
address and phone number for each of
your preferred GM Dealers or Retailers.
My Driveway: Receive service reminders and
helpful advice on owning and maintaining
your vehicle.
My Preferences: Manage your prole,
subscribe to E-News and use tools and forms
with greater ease.
To sign up to My GM Canada, visit the My
GM Canada section within www.gmcanada.com.
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In Canada, the service bulletin reference number
can be obtained by contacting your General Motors
dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483). This reference number is
needed to order the service bulletin from Helm, Inc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US
+ Processing Fee
Owner Information
Owner publications are written specically for
owners and intended to provide basic operational
information about the vehicle. The owner manual
will include the Maintenance Schedule for
all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual,
and Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US
+ Processing Fee
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 US
+ Processing Fee
Current and Past Model Order Forms
Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are
available for current and past model GM vehicles.
To request an order form, please specify year and
model name of the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc.
on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and
without incurring obligation. Allow ample time
for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices
are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents
are to make checks payable in U.S. funds.
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Accessories and Modications..................... 433
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 226
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle............................ 87
Additives, Fuel............................................ 437
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 547
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal............ 126
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 451
Air Conditioning..................................227, 230
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 243
Readiness Light....................................... 242
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 594
Airbag System............................................... 72
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 87
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 79
Passenger Sensing System....................... 81
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 86
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 79
What Will You See After an
Airbag Inates?...................................... 80
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 77
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 75Antenna, Fixed Mast................................... 349
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna System....................................... 349
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 357
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 248
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 542
Care of Safety Belts................................ 540
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 544
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 541
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 537
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 538
Finish Care.............................................. 541
Finish Damage......................................... 544
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 540
Leather.................................................... 539
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 544
Tires........................................................ 543
Underbody Maintenance........................... 544
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 545
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 541
Weatherstrips........................................... 540
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 542
Ashtray(s).................................................... 226
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Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 540
Your CD and DVD Player........................ 349
Your CDs and DVDs................................ 349
Cargo Area, All-Weather.............................. 186
Cargo Cover Panels.................................... 173
CD, MP3 ............................................319, 325
Center Console Storage Area...................... 171
Center Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 36
Center Overhead Console........................... 171
Center Seat.................................................. 18
Chains, Tire................................................. 514
Charging System Light................................ 245
Check
Engine Light............................................ 250
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 442
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 544
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 51
Infants and Young Children........................ 48
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children....... 57
Older Children........................................... 45
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position................................. 65
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Center Front Seat Position..................... 67Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position........................ 68
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 55
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 226
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 542
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 541
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 538
Finish Care.............................................. 541
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 537
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 540
Leather.................................................... 539
Tires........................................................ 543
Underbody Maintenance........................... 544
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 541
Weatherstrips........................................... 540
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 542
Climate Control System
Dual......................................................... 227
Dual Automatic......................................... 230
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 238
Clock.........................................288, 289, 290
Collision Damage Repair............................. 595
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 41
Compass............................................145, 148
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 566
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 570
At Least Once a Month............................ 571
At Least Once a Year.............................. 571
Introduction.............................................. 560
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 568
Maintenance Record................................ 578
Maintenance Requirements...................... 560
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts............................... 576
Owner Checks and Services.................... 570
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 574
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 563
Using....................................................... 561
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 560
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 250
Manual Seats.................................................. 9
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals................ 13
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 267
Midgate
®..................................................... 105Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
Compass and Temperature Display....... 148
Automatic Dimming Rearview
with OnStar
®, Compass and
Temperature Display............................. 145
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors.............. 153
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 152
MP3 ...................................................319, 325
MyGMLink.com............................................ 585
N
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual............................. 334
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 122
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 576
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Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 599
General Motors........................................ 600
United States Government....................... 599
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 88
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 89
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 124
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 36
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 588
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 400
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 577
Running Boards, Power............................... 115
Running the Engine While Parked............... 144
S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 242
Pretensioners............................................. 44
Reminder Light........................................ 241Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 540
Center Front Passenger Position................ 36
Driver Position........................................... 26
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 26
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 25
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 41
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 37
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 36
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 44
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 35
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 21
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 34
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 563
Seats
Center Seat............................................... 18
Head Restraints......................................... 18
Heated Seats............................................. 12
Manual........................................................ 9
Memory, Mirrors and Pedals...................... 13
Power Lumbar........................................... 11
Power Seats.............................................. 10
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