automatic transmission fluid CHEVROLET KODIAK 2007 Owners Manual

Service........................................................ 248
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 248
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 249
Engine Fan Breakage................................ 250
Fuel............................................................. 251
Gasoline Octane........................................ 251
Gasoline Specifications.............................. 251
Additives................................................... 252
Diesel Engine Fuel.................................... 253
What Fuel to Use...................................... 253
Very Cold Weather Operation.................... 256
Water in Fuel............................................ 256
Running Out of Fuel.................................. 262
Fuel Filter Replacement............................. 263
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 264
Filling the Tank......................................... 264
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 266Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 266
Hood Latches............................................ 267
Engine Oil (Caterpillar
®Diesel Engine)...... 268
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine).................... 268
Engine Oil (DURAMAX
®/Isuzu Diesel
Engine).................................................. 272
Engine Oil Life System
(Gasoline Engine).................................. 276
Engine Oil Life System
(DURAMAX
®Diesel)............................... 278
Engine Oil Life System
(Caterpillar
®Diesel Engine).................... 279
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter............................ 280
Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 282
Manual Transmission Fluid........................ 283
Engine Coolant (Gas and
DURAMAX
®/Isuzu Engines).................... 284
Engine Coolant (Caterpillar®Diesel
Engines)................................................ 287
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap............ 288
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
245

3. Store the seal in the inlet, located on the
underside of the hood
4. Store the clamp on the coolant surge tank.
Pull the overflow tube out of the white
plastic retainer, slip the clamp over and
reinstall the hose.
The seal will need to be replaced on to the air
cleaner for normal driving, especially in the
warmer months.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
When to Check
A good time to check your automatic transmission
fluid level is when the engine oil is checked.
See your Allison Automatic Transmission
Operator’s Manual to find out when to change
your transmission fluid and filters.
How to Check and What to Use
The Allison Automatic Transmission Operator’s
Manual that came with the vehicle shows how to
check the automatic transmission fluid and
what fluid to use.
Automatic Transmission External Filter
Your automatic transmission filter requires
periodic replacement.
Consult the Allison Automatic Transmission
Operator’s Manual that came with the vehicle for
proper change intervals.
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.
SeePart C: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 397for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer for more
information.
Cooling System – C4/C5 Models
6.6L Automatic Transmission 27.3 qt 25.8 L
8.1L Automatic Transmission 29.8 qt 28.2 L
8.1L Manual Transmission 30.1 qt 28.5 L
Cooling System – C6/C7/C8 Automatic Transmission
7.2L Engine (hp 207 - 230) 31.4 qt 29.7 L
7.2L Engine (hp 250 - 300) 31.2 qt 29.5 L
Isuzu 6H Engine (hp 200 - 215) 33.7 qt 31.9 L
Isuzu 6H Engine (hp 230 - 275) 33.3 qt 31.5 L
8.1L Engine (hp 225 - 295) 32.5 qt 30.8 L
Cooling System – C6/C7/C8 Manual Transmission
7.2L 207 - 230 hp Engine 29.3 qt 27.7 L
7.2L 207 - 230 hp Engine with A/C and Increased Cooling 33.0 qt 31.2 L
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ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Transmission Fluid, Automatic
3000 RDS and EVS, and 3500 RDS and EVS with
PTO Provision59.0 pt 28.1 L
3000 RDS and EVS, and 3500 RDS and EVS without
PTO Provision52.0 pt 24.6 L
1000 HS, RDS, MH, PTS and EVS, 2200 HS, RDS, MH,
PTS and EVS, 2500 HS and RDS, and 2300 HS and RDS35.0 pt 16.5 L
Add 2 pints (1 L) when changing spin-on or remote filter.
See the Allison
®Automatic Transmission Operator’s Manual for fluid check and maintenance information.
Transmission Fluid, Manual
ES052-7, ES066-7 22.0 pt 10.4 L
FS5205A 12.5 pt 5.9 L
FSO8406, FS6305A, FS6305B, FS6406, FS5406A 19.5 pt 9.2 L
FS4205A, FS4205B 11.5 pt 5.4 L
RT6609 12.0 pt 5.7 L
RT8709 26.0 pt 12.3 L
RT8908LL 28.0 pt 13.2 L
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant
(Gasoline
Engine &
DURAMAX
®/
Isuzu Diesel)50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant (Gas
and DURAMAX®/Isuzu Engines)
on page 284orEngine Coolant
(Caterpillar
®Diesel Engines)
on page 287.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid
or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Clutch Bearing
LubricantClutch Bearing Lubricant
(GM Part No. 12378484 or
equivalent NLGI #3 consistency).
Exhaust Brake
Ball Joint Cap
LubricantHigh-Temperature Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 1051344,
in Canada 903037) or
NLGI #3 consistency.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Power Steering
SystemDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Manual
TransmissionSynthetic Manual Transmission
Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345724,
in Canada 10953510).
Automatic
TransmissionSee the Allison Transmission
®
Operator’s Manual for correct
transmission fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 335
Weatherstrips........................................... 334
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 336
Ashtray(s).................................................... 157
Audio System(s).......................................... 184
AM-FM Radio.......................................... 186
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player.......... 202
Care of Your CD Player........................... 204
Care of Your CDs.................................... 203
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 204
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 204
Radio with Cassette................................. 189
Radio with CD......................................... 195
Setting the Time...................................... 185
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 201
Understanding Radio Reception............... 201
Automatic Ether Injection System................ 318
Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 282
Operation................................................. 115
Axle, Two-Speed Rear Axle Electric Shift
Control..................................................... 113B
Battery........................................................ 304
Bench Seat, Split.......................................... 13
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 212
Diesel Engine Exhaust............................. 112
Emergencies............................................ 213
Exhaust Indicator Light............................. 178
Hydraulic Systems................................... 211
Parking...........................................125, 126
System Warning Light.............................. 169
Trailer Hand Control Valve....................... 214
Brakes........................................................ 297
Parking Brake Burnish Procedure............. 128
Braking....................................................... 210
Braking in Emergencies............................... 213
Break-In, New Vehicle................................... 95
Bucket Seats.................................................. 9
Bulb Replacement....................................... 315
C
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 248
Canadian Owners........................................... 3
Capacities and Specifications...................... 347
Carbon Monoxide...............................131, 231
418

Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 142
Flat Tire...................................................... 330
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 282
Manual Transmission................................ 283
Power Steering........................................ 295
Windshield Washer.................................. 296
Four-Wheel Drive...............................119, 312
Front Axle................................................... 313
Front Wheel Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs ... 319
Fuel............................................................ 251
Additives.................................................. 252
Diesel Engine Fuel................................... 253
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 266
Filling Your Tank...................................... 264
Filter........................................................ 317
Filter Replacement................................... 263
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 264
Gage....................................................... 181
Gasoline Octane...................................... 251
Gasoline Specifications............................ 251
Primary Filter and Water Separator.......... 317
Running Out of Fuel................................ 262
Secondary Filter and Water Separator/
Heater.................................................. 318
Very Cold Weather Operation................... 256
Water in Fuel........................................... 256Fuel (cont.)
Water in Warning Light............................ 182
What Fuel to Use.................................... 253
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 341
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 342
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 344
Windshield Wiper..................................... 341
G
Gage
Air Pressure............................................. 183
Check Gages Warning Light..................... 180
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 173
Filter Minder............................................ 182
Fuel......................................................... 181
Hourmeter................................................ 183
Oil Pressure............................................. 175
Speedometer........................................... 163
Tachometer.............................................. 163
Transmission Temperature........................ 178
Voltmeter Gage........................................ 168
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 251
Specifications........................................... 251
Gasoline Engine, Starting.............................. 97
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 407
422

Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Introduction.............................................. 360
Maintenance Requirements...................... 360
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance
Services............................................... 362
Part B - Owner Checks and Services....... 391
Part C - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants............................................. 397
Part D - Maintenance Record.................. 400
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 363
Scheduled Maintenance Supplements...... 363
Using....................................................... 362
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 360
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 174
Manual Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 283
Operation................................................. 116
Manual Windows........................................... 93
Marker Lamps............................................. 152
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 133
Outside Convex Mirrors............................ 134
Outside Heated Mirrors............................ 134
Outside Manual Mirrors............................ 133
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 133N
New Vehicle Break-In.................................... 95
Noise Control System, Tampering ................ 314
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 352
O
Odometer.................................................... 163
Odometer, Trip............................................ 163
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 219
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 176
Engine............................................268, 272
Low Oil Level Light.................................. 176
Pressure Gage......................................... 175
Oil, Engine Oil Life System........276, 278, 279
Older Children, Restraints............................. 42
Other Service Items
Air Conditioning System........................... 320
Automatic Ether Injection System............. 318
Front Wheel Bearings with
Oil-Filled Hubs...................................... 319
Fuel Filter................................................ 317
425

Tires (cont.)
Wheel Loading......................................... 323
Wheel Replacement................................. 328
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 324
Tow Hooks.................................................. 237
Towing
Your Vehicle............................................. 241
Traction
Control System (TCS).............................. 216
Trailer
Connections............................................. 243
Trailer Brake Hand Control Valve................ 214
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 282
Fluid, Manual........................................... 283
Service Warning Light.............................. 168
Temperature Gage................................... 178
Transmission Operation, Automatic.............. 115
Transmission Operation, Manual.................. 116
Trip Odometer............................................. 163
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 144
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 143
Two-Speed Rear Axle Electric Shift Control . 113U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 201
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 210
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 238
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders................................................ 409
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).......................................... 340
Service Parts Identification Label.............. 340
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 160
Visors........................................................... 95
Voltmeter Gage........................................... 168
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