tow CHEVROLET LOW CAB FORWARD 2018 Owner's Guide

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3. Remove the selector levercover by removing the four
screws and lifting it up.
4. Operate the selector lever (1)
while pressing the release
lever (2).
When installing the cover, perform
the removal procedure in reverse
order.
Wiper Blade Replacement
Removal
1. Pull the wiper arm up to the vertical position.
2. While pressing the wiper-blade hook towards the arm, slide the
blade downwards (towards the
base of the arm).
3. With the blade and arm almostperpendicular, remove the
blade from the arm.
Installation

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Contact your dealer when replacing
lights that are not listed here.
Headlamps and Front
Turn Signal
Replacing the Headlamps
When the bulb has blown out,
replace it with a bulb of the
specified wattage. Be careful not to
excessively tighten the mounting
screws when replacing the
headlamp bulbs.
Do not replace a bulb with other
than the specified wattage.
Proper aiming of the headlamps is
important to ensure sufficient
illumination of the highway without
blinding other motorists. When
replacing headlamp bulbs, have the
headlamp aim adjusted at your
dealer.
When replacing a bulb, make sure
the light switch is“OFF”.
See Bulb Replacement 0254.
1. Remove the front grille (3).
Remove the screw (4) from the
center of the grille. Push up on
the tabs of the five clips (1) on
the upper side of the grille and
pull the grille toward you to
remove it. Loosen the nuts (2)
for the turn signal light.2. Remove the turn signal lamp.Open the front door. Use a
phillips head screwdriver to
remove the two screws
between the door and the cab.

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3. Tilt the turn signal lamp unitdown toward the front of the
vehicle and remove it.
4. Disconnect the connector (1)for the turn signal lamp from
the socket (2) and then remove
the lamp.
5. Remove the headlamp. Remove the headlamp
connectors and parking lamp
connectors, followed by
removing the headlamp
assembly.
6. Disengage the rubber seals (2)from the two projections (3) at
the bottom of the headlamp.
Remove the four bolts (1).
7. Disconnect the headlamp
connector (5) and the parking
lamp socket (3). Remove the
headlamp assembly.
When removing the headlamp
connector, pull out the
connector while holding the
center portion of the rubber
boot. Otherwise, the headlamp
bulb will be broken.

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3. To install the lamps, performthe same sequence of
operations in reverse, taking
care to turn the connector
clockwise to lock it securely.
If the socket is not locked securely,
water could get inside the lamp and
lead to a breakdown.
Replacing a Front Turn
Signal Lamp
Do not replace a bulb with other
than the specified wattage. This will
cause abnormal flashing,
particularly for turn signal lamps. When replacing a bulb, make sure
the light switch is OFF.
1. While referring to “Replacing
the Headlights”, tilt the turn
signal lamp assembly down
toward the front of the vehicle
and remove it.
2. Disconnect the connector for the turn signal light and then
remove the socket.
3. Pull the bulb from the socketand replace it with a new one.
4. To install the lamps, perform the same sequence of
operations in reverse, taking
care to turn the connector
clockwise to lock it securely.
If the socket is not locked securely,
water could get inside the light and
lead to a breakdown.

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3. When the clip (1) has beenremoved, pull the lamp out
while sliding it out toward the
rear of the vehicle.
4. Loosen the socket by turning it counterclockwise.5. Pull the bulb out from the
socket and replace it with a
new one.
6. To install the lights, perform the same sequence of operations
in reverse taking care of the
following points:
A. Turn the socket clockwiseto lock securely.
If the socket is not locked
securely, water could get
inside the light and lead to
a breakdown.B. Insert the clip on the backof the rear part of the light
into the door panel.
C. Push the front part of the light into the door panel,
and insert the clip on the
back of the front part of the
light in the door panel.

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{Warning
For safety and the protection of
the vehicle, do not push-start the
vehicle.
Never tow the vehicle to start
because a surge forward when
the engine starts could cause a
collision with the tow vehicle.
Also, this vehicle has a 12-volt
battery, 12-volt starting system
and a negative ground electrical
system; be sure the vehicle or
equipment used to jump start your
engine is also 12-volt. Use of any
other system may damage the
vehicle's electrical components.
Under no circumstances should
the battery's positive and negative
terminals be put in contact with
one another.
When connecting the cables,
under no circumstances should
the clips be allowed to touch each
other.(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
Do not disconnect a battery
terminal with the engine running.
It could cause a breakdown in the
electrical system.
You and others could be seriously
injured.
If you notice battery fluid leaking,
have an inspection carried out
immediately by the nearest dealer.
Diesel engine vehicles have more
than one battery because of the
higher torque required to start a
diesel engine. This procedure can
be used to start a single-battery
vehicle from any of the diesel
vehicle's batteries. However, at low
temperatures, it may not be possible
to start a diesel engine from a single
battery from another vehicle. 1. Use a vehicle that has a charged battery with the same
voltage. Make sure that the
other vehicle also has a 12-volt
starting system, and that it is the negative (–) terminal which
is grounded (attached to the
engine block, or frame rail).
2. Position the vehicle with the good (charged) battery so that
the booster (jumper) cables will
reach. But never let the
vehicles touch. Also, be sure
the booster cables to be used
do not have loose or missing
insulation.
3. In both vehicles, turn off the ignition (engine control) switch
and all lights and accessories
except the hazard flasher or
any lights needed for the work
area. In both vehicles, apply
the parking brake firmly and
move the selector lever to the
"P" position.

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7. If the engine in the disabledvehicle starts, remove the
jumper cables in the reverse
sequence as they were
connected.Towing the Vehicle
Consult your dealer or a
professional towing service if the
disabled vehicle must be towed.
Proper equipment must be used to
prevent damage to vehicles during
any towing. State and local laws
which apply to vehicles in tow must
be followed. Vehicles should not be
towed at speeds in excess of
88 km/h (55 mph).
Connect to the main structural parts
of the vehicle. Do not attach to
bumpers, tow hooks or brackets.
Use only equipment designed for
this purpose. Follow the instructions
of the wrecker manufacturer.
A safety chain system must
be used.
The procedures below must be
followed when towing to prevent
possible damage. Front End Towing (Front Wheels
Off Ground)
To prepare a disabled vehicle for
front end towing with front wheels
raised off the ground, the following
steps are necessary:
.
Block the rear wheels of the
disabled vehicle.
. Disconnect the driveshaft at the
rear axle. Secure the driveshaft
to the frame or crossmember.
When towing, disconnect the
driveshaft at the rear axle to ensure
the transmission is not damaged.
The rear end of the driveshaft must
be disconnected and safely secured
if the 80 km (50 mi) or 48 km/h
(30 mph) is exceeded.
If there is damage or suspected
damage to the rear axle, remove the
axle shafts. Cover the hub openings
to prevent the loss of lubricant or
entry of dirt or foreign objects.
Place a 10 cm (4 in) wood beam
against the towing guide behind the
bumper. (If no 10 cm (4 in) is
available, then remove the bumper.)
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into contact with the horns or the
bumper. (If towing chains contact
the bumper, then remove the
bumper.)
1. Horns
2. Bumper
After Towing
After towing the vehicle, block the
rear wheels and install axle shafts
or driveshaft.
Apply the parking brake before
disconnecting from the towing
vehicle.Front End Towing (All Wheels On
the Ground)
Your vehicle may be towed on all
wheels provided the steering is
operable. Remember that power
steering and brakes will not have
power assist. There must be a tow
bar installed between the tow
vehicle and the disabled vehicle.
Towing with all wheels on the
ground
1. Bumper
2. Tow Hook
3. Front Axle
4. Towing Guide
5. Towing Chain
To prepare a disabled vehicle for
front end towing with all wheels on
the ground, the following steps are
necessary:
.Block the rear wheels of the
disabled vehicle.
. Disconnect the driveshaft at the
rear axle. Secure the driveshaft
to the frame or crossmember.
When towing, disconnect the
driveshaft at the rear axle to ensure
the transmission is not damaged.
The rear end of the driveshaft must
be disconnected and safely secured
if the 80 km (50 mi) or 48 km/h
(30 mph) is exceeded.
Provide wood blocking to prevent
towing chains and bar from coming
into contact with the bumper.
If there is damage or suspected
damage to the rear axle, remove the
axle shafts.
Cover the hub openings to prevent
the loss of lubricant or entry of dirt
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After Towing
After towing the vehicle, block the
rear wheels and install axle shafts
or driveshaft.
Apply the parking brake before
disconnecting from the towing
vehicle. Check and fill rear axle with
oil, if required.
Rear End Towing
When towing a vehicle with rear
wheels raised, secure the steering
wheel to maintain straight-ahead
position. Make certain that the front
axle is not loaded beyond the front
axle gross axle weight rating
(GAWR) as indicated on the
vehicle's VIN and weight rating
plate.
Special Towing Instructions1. All state and local laws regarding such items as
warning signals, night
illumination, speed, etc., must
be followed. 2. Safety chains must be used.
3. No vehicle should ever be
towed over 88 km/h (55 mph).
4. Loose or protruding parts of damaged vehicles should be
secured prior to moving.
5. A safety chain system completely independent of the
primary lifting and towing
attachment must be used.
6. Operators should refrain from going under a vehicle which is
being lifted by the towing
equipment unless the vehicle is
adequately supported by safety
stands.
7. No towing operation which for any reason jeopardizes the
safety of the wrecker operator
or any bystanders or other
motorists should be attempted.Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Exterior Finish
The paint finish on your vehicle
provides beauty, depth of color,
gloss retention and durability.
While cleaning the vehicle, do not
grip the roofmarker lights to prevent
damage or water leakage.
Washing
The best way to preserve your
vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by
washing it often.
Wash the vehicle in lukewarm or
cold water. Do not use hot water or
wash your vehicle in the direct rays
of the sun. Do not use strong soap
or chemical detergents. All cleaning
agents should be flushed promptly
from the surface and not allowed to
dry on the finish.
These vehicles are designed to
operate under normal environmental
conditions to withstand natural
elements. However, unusual

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cleaning products contain these
compounds. Be sure to read
cleaning product labels carefully.
Air fresheners (liquid, solid, gel or
plate types) must not come into
direct contact with, or spill onto,
interior components such as the air
conditioning or audio system.
Compounds contained in these
products can cause discoloration,
staining or peeling of paint.
Glass cleaners that contain these
compounds must not be used to
clean the inside of the windshield or
window glass. To clean the glass,
wipe it using a cloth wet with warm
or cold water.
To avoid possible permanent
discoloration of light colored seats,
Do not let materials with non-fast
colors come into contact with seat
trim materials until these materials
are totally dry. This includes certain
types of casual clothing, such as
colored denims, corduroys, leathers
and suedes; also decorative paper,
With the use of modern trim
materials, it is very important that
you use proper cleaning techniquesand cleaners. Failing to do this on
the first cleaning may result in water
spots, spot rings or setting of stains
or soilage - all of which are more
difficult to remove in a second
cleaning.
Dust and loose dirt that collect on
interior fabric should be removed
often with a vacuum cleaner or soft
bristle brush. Wipe vinyl or leather
trim regularly with a clean, damp
cloth. Normal trim soils, spots or
stains can be cleaned with these
cleaners.
Remember these basic steps before
cleaning:
.
Remove stains as quickly as
possible before they
become "set".
. Use a clean cloth or sponge,
and change to a clean area
often. A soft brush maybe used
if stains persist.
. Use solvent-type cleaners only
in a well ventilated area: also, do
not saturate the stained area. .
If a ring forms after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately.
. Follow specific instructions on
cleaner labels.
General Cleaning of Soiled or
Water Spotted Fabric Type
Trim with Foam Type Cleaner
Vacuum the area thoroughly to
remove any loose dirt.
Always clean a whole trim panel or
section. Mask surrounding trim
along stitch or welt lines.
Use suds on a clean sponge. Do
not brush wet suede. Do not
saturate the material or rub it
harshly. Immediately after cleaning,
remove suds with a sponge and
rinse with a clean wet sponge. Wipe
off remaining residue with a slightly
damp absorbent towel or cloth.
Important —Immediately after
wiping, force-dry the fabric with an
air hose. A heat dryer or heat lamp
may be used. Use caution with a
heat dryer or lamp to help prevent
damage.