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Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-10122675) - 2017 - crc - 8/22/16
In Brief 25
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculatesengine oil life based on vehicle useand, on most vehicles, displays aDriver Information Center (DIC)message when it is necessary tochange the engine oil and filter. Theoil life system should be reset to100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
To r e s e t t h e e n g i n e o i l l i f e s y s t e m :
1. Display OIL LIFE REMAININGon the DIC. SeeDriverInformation Center (DIC) (BaseLevel)0126orDriverInformation Center (DIC)(Uplevel)0129.Ifthevehicledoes not have DIC buttons, thevehicle must be in P (Park) toaccess this display.
2. Press and holdVon the DIC,
or SET/CLR on the turn signallever if the vehicle does nothave DIC buttons, for severalseconds. The oil life willchange to 100%.
The oil life system can also be resetas follows:
1. Display OIL LIFE REMAININGon the DIC. SeeDriverInformation Center (DIC) (BaseLevel)0126orDriverInformation Center (DIC)(Uplevel)0129.
2. Fully press the acceleratorpedal slowly three times withinfive seconds. If the displayshows 100%, the system isreset.
SeeEngine Oil Life System0288.
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuelmileage. Here are some driving tipsto get the best fuel economypossible.
.Avoid fast starts and acceleratesmoothly.
.Brake gradually and avoidabrupt stops.
.Avoid idling the engine for longperiods of time.
.When road and weatherconditions are appropriate, usecruise control.
.Always follow posted speedlimits or drive more slowly whenconditions require.
.Keep vehicle tires properlyinflated.
.Combine several trips into asingle trip.
.Replace the vehicle's tires withthe same TPC Spec numbermolded into the tire's sidewallnear the size.
.Follow recommended scheduledmaintenance.

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keep the vehicle in good workingcondition, improves fuel economy,and reduces vehicle emissions.
Because of the way people usevehicles, maintenance needs vary.There may need to be morefrequent checks and services.
Normal Service
All maintenance services, includingthose listed under AdditionalRequired Services, are forvehicles that:
.Carry passengers and cargowithin recommended limits onthe Tire and Loading Informationlabel. SeeVehicle LoadLimits0226.
.Are driven on reasonable roadsurfaces within legal drivinglimits.
.Use the recommended fuel. SeeFuel0266.
Severe Service
In addition to the normal serviceschedule, some vehicles requireservice more often. Severe serviceis for vehicles that are:
.Mainly driven in heavy city trafficin hot weather.
.Mainly driven in hilly ormountainous terrain.
.Frequently towing a trailer.
.Used for high-speed orcompetitive driving.
.Used for taxi, police, or deliveryservice.
{Warning
Performing maintenance work can
be dangerous and can cause
serious injury. Perform
maintenance work only if the
required information, proper tools,
and equipment are available.
If they are not, see your dealer to
have a trained technician do the
work. SeeDoing Your Own
Service Work0281.
Maintenance
Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.Check the engine oil level. SeeEngine Oil0286.
Once a Month
.Check the tire inflationpressures. SeeTirePressure0323.
.Inspect the tires for wear. SeeTire Inspection0329.
.Check the windshield washerfluid level. SeeWasherFluid0298.
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OILSOON message displays, have theengine oil and filter changed withinthe next 1 000 km/600 mi. If drivenunder the best conditions, theengine oil life system may notindicate the need for vehicle servicefor up to a year. The engine oil andfilter must be changed at least once

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ayearandtheoillifesystemmustbe reset. Your trained dealertechnician can perform this work.If the engine oil life system is resetaccidentally, service the vehiclewithin 5 000 km/3,000 mi since thelast service. Reset the oil lifesystem when the oil is changed.SeeEngine Oil Life System0288.
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter
The passenger compartment airfilter removes dust, pollen, andother airborne irritants from outsideair that is pulled into the vehicle.The filter should be replaced as partof routine scheduled maintenance.Inspect the passenger compartmentair filter every 36 000 km(22,500 mi) or two years, whichevercomes first. Replace if necessary.More frequent replacement may beneeded if the vehicle is driven inareas with heavy traffic, areas withpoor air quality, or areas with highdust levels. Replacement may alsobe needed if there is a reduction inair flow, excessive window fogging,or odors.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended forthe vehicle, and perform thefollowing services. SeeTireRotation0329.
.Check engine oil level and oillife percentage. If needed,change engine oil and filter, andreset oil life system. SeeEngineOil0286andEngine Oil LifeSystem0288.
.Check engine coolant level. SeeEngine Coolant0294.
.Check windshield washer fluidlevel. SeeWasher Fluid0298.
.Visually inspect windshield wiperblades for wear, cracking,or contamination. SeeExteriorCare0356.Replacewornordamaged wiper blades. SeeWiper BladeReplacement0305.
.Check tire inflation pressures.SeeTire Pressure0323.
.Inspect tire wear. SeeTireInspection0329.
.Visually check for fluid leaks.
.Inspect engine air cleaner filter.SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter0291.
.Inspect brake system. SeeExterior Care0356.
.Visually inspect steering,suspension, and chassiscomponents for damaged, loose,or missing parts or signs ofwear. SeeExterior Care0356.
.Check restraint systemcomponents. SeeSafety SystemCheck057.
.Visually inspect fuel system fordamage or leaks.
.Visually inspect exhaust systemand nearby heat shields forloose or damaged parts.
.Lubricate body components. SeeExterior Care0356.
.Check starter switch. SeeStarterSwitch Check0303.

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Maintenance ScheduleAdditional RequiredServices - Normal
12 000 km/7,500 mi24 000 km/15,000 mi36 000 km/22,500 mi48 000 km/30,000 mi60 000 km/37,500 mi72 000 km/45,000 mi84 000 km/52,500 mi96 000 km/60,000 mi108 000 km/67,500 mi120 000 km/75,000 mi132 000 km/82,500 mi144 000 km/90,000 mi156 000 km/97,500 mi168 000 km/105,000 mi180 000 km/112,500 mi192 000 km/120,000 mi204 000 km/127,500 mi216 000 km/135,000 mi228 000 km/142,500 mi240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.Check engine oil level and oil life percentage.Change engine oil and filter, if needed.@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1)@@@@@@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2)@@@
Inspect evaporative control system. (3)@@@
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.@
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with4WD. (4)@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6)@
Replace brake/clutch fluid. (7)
Footnotes—MaintenanceSchedule Additional RequiredServices - Normal
(1)Or every two years, whichevercomes first. More frequentpassenger compartment air filterreplacement may be needed ifdriving in areas with heavy traffic,poor air quality, high dust levels,
or environmental allergens.Passenger compartment air filterreplacement may also be needed ifthere is reduced airflow, windowfogging, or odors. Your GM dealercan help determine when to replacethe filter.
(2)Or every four years, whichevercomes first. If driving in dustyconditions, inspect the filter at eachoil change or more often as needed.
(3)Visually check all fuel and vaporlines and hoses for properattachment, connection, routing, andcondition.

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants0375.
ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type andcharge amount, see the refrigerant label under thehood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System
2.5L L4 9.1 L 9.6 qt
3.6L V6 12.4 L 13.1 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
2.5L L4 4.7 L 5.0 qt
3.6L V6 5.7 L 6.0 qt
Fuel Tank 80 L 21 gal
Transfer Case Fluid 1.9 L 2.0 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 190Y140 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in thismanual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-10122675) - 2017 - crc - 8/22/16
410 Index
Driving
Characteristics and
To w i n g T i p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 7 0
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 25
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 223
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 225
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
E
Electrical Equipment,
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Electrical System
Engine Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Instrument Panel Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Emergency
OnStar®...................... 398
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Engine (cont'd)
Check and Service Engine
Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 283
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
Coolant Temperature
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Cooling System Messages . . . 133
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 382
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 241
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 395
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 146
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 147
F
Fan
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Filter,
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 149
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
Fluid
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 290
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Four-Wheel Drive
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 247, 301
Frequency Statement
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Front Fog Lamp
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Front Seats
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46