gas type CHEVROLET LOW CAB FORWARD 2017 User Guide

Chevrolet Low Cab Forward Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-
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5: Make/SeriesD: GM Chevrolet 3500 / 3500HD / 4500 / 4500HD / 4500XD
E: GM Chevrolet 5500HD / 5500XD
6: Line/Cab Type J: Non-Tilt Cab, BBC = 110 in.
W: Tilt Cab, BBC = 71 in.
7: Chassis Type 1: 4x2, 2 Axles, 1 Driving
8: Engine Type B: L96 –Engine Gas, 8 Cyl, 6.0L, SFI, E85 Max, Iron, GM
C: LC8 –Engine LPG/CNG, 8 Cyl, V8, 6.0L, SFI, Gen 1, GMNA
6: I1B –Engine Diesel, 4 Cyl, 5.2L, 4HK1TC 215HP
7: IZ3 –Engine Diesel, 4 Cyl, 3.0L, 4JJ1-TC 150HP
9: Check Digit
0–9, X - Calculated by Manufacturer

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
These specifications are given here for information only. Before using them, see the Cautions and other instructions
throughout this manual–the index may help you locate such items. For more information, see the Service Manual
covering the chassis or body part in question. Your dealer may also be able to help.
Engine Specifications
Description Water-cooled, overhead
camshaft, direct injection engine with a charge air cooled turbocharger. Water-cooled, overhead
valve, engine Water-cooled, overhead
camshaft, direct injection engine with a charge air cooled turbocharger.
Manufacturer Isuzu GMPT Isuzu
Model 3.0L Diesel Engine 6.0L Gasoline Engine 5.2L Diesel Engine
Engine type Inline 4, Four Cycle V8, Four Cycle Inline 4, Four Cycle
Induction Turbocharged W/Charge
Air Cooler Mass Air Turbocharged W/Charge
Air Cooler
Bore 95.4 mm 101.6 mm 115 mm
Stroke 104.9 mm 92 mm 125 mm
Displacement 2.999 L (183.0 CID) 6.000 L (364 CID) 5.193 L (317 CID)
Full load RPM 2,800 r/min 4,300 r/min 2,400 r/min
Compression ratio 17.5 to 1 9.67 to 1 16.5 to 1
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3 1-3-4-2

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Rotor thickness[Standard Value] 40.0 mm (1.575 in) 42.0 mm (1.654 in)
[Usable Limit] 37.0 mm (1.457 in) 39.0 mm (1.535 in)
Pad thickness [Standard Value] 13.0 mm (0.512 in) 13.0 mm (0.512 in)
[Usable Limit] 1.0 mm (0.04 in) 1.0 mm (0.04 in)
Service Brakes
Brake pedal free play Refer to Brakes0275.
Clearance between the brake pedal and the brake pedal
bracket (applied to the brake pedal)
Parking Brake
Lever effective stroke (Under pull force of approx. 147 N (15 kg/33 lb) 6 - 8 notches
Electrical System
Model 3.0 Diesel Engine 6.0L Gasoline Engine 5.2 Diesel Engine
Battery type [BCI size] (RC-CCA) x No. of units 31T (160 - 750) x 2 31 (180 - 750) x 1 31 (160 - 750) x 2
*7
Starter
12 V - 2.0 kw12 V - 1.7 kw12 V - 3.0 kw
Alternator 12 V - 140 amp12 V - 145 amp12 V - 140 amp
Tightening Torque
Model 3.0 Diesel Engine 6.0L Gasoline Engine 5.2 Diesel Engine

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Oil pan drain plug83.3Y(8.5 kgf m/
61.0 lb ft) 25.0
Y(2.5 kgf m/
18.0 lb ft) 83.3
Y(8.5 kgf m/
61.0 lb ft)
Oil filter drain plug 25.0Y(2.5 kgf m/
18.0 lb ft) —
—
Oil filter —30.0Y(3.1 kgf m/
22.0 lb ft) —
Oil filter cartridge ——63.7Y(6.5 kgf m/
47.0 lb ft)
Remarks:
*1see Engine Oil (Gasoline) 0257 orEngine Oil (Diesel) 0251.
Remarks:*2see Engine Coolant 0263.
Remarks:*3see Automatic Transmission Fluid 0260.
Remarks:*4see Rear Axle (Gear Oil Viscosity Chart) 0283 orRear Axle (Oil Level Check) 0283.
Remarks:*5only for vehicles equipped with optional limited slip differential.
Remarks:*6The fuel tank capacity is stated on a metal plate attached to the fuel tank body. Only fill the tank to
95 percent of its capacity; this allows room for the expansion of the fuel.
Remarks:
*7larger capacity batteries 31 (180-930) × 2 can also be used. However, do not mix batteries of different
types and from different makers.