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Vehicle Care
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 325
California Proposition65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . 326
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Vehicle Checks
Doing Your OwnService Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 334
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission) . . . . . 336
Automatic Transmission Fluid (8-Speed Transmission) . . . . . 338
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 339
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 344
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Engine Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 Power Steering Fluid (1500
Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Power Steering Fluid (2500/ 3500 Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Battery - North America . . . . . . 350
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Noise Control System . . . . . . . . 353
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 355
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Ignition Transmission Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 355
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 356
Windshield Replacement . . . . . 357
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and
Cargo Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
Electrical System
Electrical System Overload . . . 362
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 363
Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372

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1. Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting - North America
0409.
2. Battery - North America 0350.
3. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling
System 0340.
4. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0339.
5. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped). See
“How to Check Automatic
Transmission Fluid” under
Automatic Transmission Fluid
(6-Speed Transmission) 0336
or Automatic Transmission
Fluid (8-Speed Transmission)
0 338.
6. Remote Negative (–) Location (Out of View). See Jump
Starting - North America 0409.
7. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System
0 340.
8. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When
to Add Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0332. 9. Engine Oil Dipstick. See
“Checking Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0332.
10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer
Fluid” under Washer Fluid
0 347.
11. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0349.
12. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0363.

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1. Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting - North America
0409.
2. Battery - North America 0350.
3. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling
System 0340.
4. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0339.
5. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped). See
“How to Check Automatic
Transmission Fluid” under
Automatic Transmission Fluid
(6-Speed Transmission) 0336
or Automatic Transmission
Fluid (8-Speed Transmission)
0 338.
6. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0332.
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When
to Add Engine Oil” under
Engine Oil 0332.
8. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
0 340. 9. Remote Negative (–) Location.
See Jump Starting - North
America 0409.
10. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir.
SeePower Steering Fluid
(1500 Series) 0346 orPower
Steering Fluid (2500/3500
Series) 0346.
11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer
Fluid” under Washer Fluid
0 347.
12. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0349.
13. Auxiliary Battery (If Equipped). SeeBattery - North America
0 350.
14. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0363.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine
and/or an Allison Transmission, see
the Duramax diesel supplement.Engine Oil
For diesel engine vehicles, see
“Engine Oil” in the Duramax diesel
supplement.
To ensure proper engine
performance and long life, careful
attention must be paid to engine oil.
Following these simple, but
important steps will help protect
your investment:
. Use engine oil approved to the
proper specification and of the
proper viscosity grade. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
in this section.
. Check the engine oil level
regularly and maintain the
proper oil level. See “Checking
Engine Oil” and“When to Add
Engine Oil” in this section.
. Change the engine oil at the
appropriate time. See Engine Oil
Life System 0334.
. Always dispose of engine oil
properly. See “What to Do with
Used Oil” in this section.

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Automatic Transmission
Fluid (6-Speed
Transmission)
When to Check and Change
Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is usually not necessary to check
the transmission fluid level. The only
reason for fluid loss is a
transmission leak or overheated
transmission. If a small leak is
suspected, then use the following
checking procedures to check the
fluid level. However, if there is a
large leak, then it may be necessary
to have the vehicle towed to a
dealer service department and have
it repaired before driving the vehicle
further.
Caution
Use of the incorrect automatic
transmission fluid may damage
the vehicle, and the damage may
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Always use the(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
automatic transmission fluid listed
inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0441.
Change the fluid and filter at the
scheduled maintenance intervals
listed in Maintenance Schedule
0 431. Be sure to use the
transmission fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0441.
How to Check Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Caution
Too much or too little fluid can
damage the transmission. Too
much can mean that some of the
fluid could come out and fall on
hot engine parts or exhaust
system parts, starting a fire. Too
little fluid could cause the (Continued)
Caution (Continued)
transmission to overheat. Be sure
to get an accurate reading if
checking the transmission fluid.
Before checking the fluid level,
prepare the vehicle: 1. Start the engine and park the vehicle on a level surface.
Keep the engine running.
2. Apply the parking brake and place the shift lever in P (Park).
3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever
through each gear range,
pausing for about
three seconds in each range.
Then, move the shift lever back
to P (Park).
4. Allow the engine to idle (500– 800 rpm) for at least
one minute. Slowly release the
brake pedal.
5. Keep the engine running and check the transmission fluid
temperature on the Driver

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transmission leak or overheated
transmission. This vehicle is not
equipped with a transmission fluid
level dipstick. There is a special
procedure for checking and
changing the transmission fluid in
these vehicles. Because this
procedure is difficult, this should be
done at the dealer. Contact the
dealer for additional information or
the procedure can be found in the
service manual. SeePublication
Ordering Information 0459.
Caution
Use of the incorrect automatic
transmission fluid may damage
the vehicle, and the damage may
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Always use the correct
automatic transmission fluid. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0441.
Change the fluid and filter at the
scheduled maintenance intervals
listed in Maintenance Schedule
0 431. Be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
0441.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,
see “8-Cylinder Pickup Models”
under “Engine Air Cleaner/Filter” in
the Duramax diesel supplement for
the correct inspection and
replacement procedures.
The engine air cleaner/filter is on
the passenger side of the engine
compartment. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0329.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
For intervals on changing and
inspecting the engine air filter, see
Maintenance Schedule 0431.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Do not start the engine or have the
engine running with the engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before
removing the engine air cleaner/
filter, make sure that the engine air cleaner/filter housing and nearby
components are free of dirt and
debris. Remove the engine air
cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
from the vehicle), to release loose
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
cleaner/filter for damage, and
replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter or
components with water or
compressed air.
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Screws
2. Electrical Connectors

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Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. SeeTire
Rotation 0387.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil 0332 and
Engine Oil Life System 0334.
. Check engine coolant level. See
Cooling System 0340.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0347.
. Check tire inflation pressures,
including the spare. See Tire
Pressure 0379.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0386.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
0 339. .
Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0419.
. Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damage,
including cracks or tears in the
rubber boots, loose or missing
parts, or signs of wear at least
once a year. See Exterior Care
0 419. Lubricate the suspension
and steering components at
least every other oil change.
(If equipped with grease fittings)
. Inspect power steering for
proper attachment, connections,
binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc.
. Visually inspect halfshafts and
drive shafts for excessive wear,
lubricant leaks, and/or damage
including: tube dents or cracks,
constant velocity joint or
universal joint looseness,
cracked or missing boots, loose
or missing boot clamps, center
bearing excessive looseness,
loose or missing fasteners, and
axle seal leaks. .
Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 074.
. Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
. Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts.
. Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0419.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0355.
. Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check
0355.
. Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check 0355.
. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check
0 355.

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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe12 000 km/7,500 mi
24 000 km/15,000 mi
36 000 km/22,500 mi
48 000 km/30,000 mi
60 000 km/37,500 mi
72 000 km/45,000 mi
84 000 km/52,500 mi
96 000 km/60,000 mi
108 000 km/67,500 mi
120 000 km/75,000 mi
132 000 km/82,500 mi
144 000 km/90,000 mi
156 000 km/97,500 mi
168 000 km/105,000 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi
192 000 km/120,000 mi
204 000 km/127,500 mi
216 000 km/135,000 mi
228 000 km/142,500 mi
240 000 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 automatic transmission fluid and filter.@@@
For GVW under 3 900 kg (8,600 lb), change
transfer case fluid, if equipped with 4WD. (4)@@@
For GVW over 3 900 kg (8,600 lb), change
transfer case fluid, if equipped with 4WD. (4)@@@@@@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6)@
Replace brake fluid. (7)
Replace windshield wiper blades (8)
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts.@ @

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Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Exterior Cargo Lamps . . . . . . . . . . 177
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 171
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 173
Exterior Lighting BatterySaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
F
FanEngine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Fast Idle System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Features Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Fixed Mast Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 175
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 397
FlexFuel
E85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Floor Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . 124
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427
Fluid Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . 336, 338
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 Fluid (cont'd)
Four-Wheel Drive
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 285
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 262, 351
Four-Wheel-Drive Light . . . . . . . . . 150
Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460
Front Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Front Seats Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . 63
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Filling a Portable Fuel
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Fuel (cont'd)
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 153
Management, Active . . . . . . . . . . 255
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 408
Fuses Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 363
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367, 368
G
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Gauges
Engine CoolantTemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 140
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139