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cause cancer and birth defects orother reproductive harm. Engineexhaust, many parts and systems,many fluids, and some componentwear by-products contain and/oremit these chemicals.
SeeBattery - North America0378andJump Starting - NorthAmerica0432.
California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements
Certain types of automotiveapplications, such as airbaginitiators, safety belt pretensioners,and lithium batteries contained inRemote Keyless Entry transmitters,may contain perchlorate materials.Special handling may be necessary.For additional information, seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Accessories and
Modifications
Adding non-dealer accessories ormaking modifications to the vehiclecan affect vehicle performance andsafety, including such things asairbags, braking, stability, ride andhandling, emissions systems,aerodynamics, durability, andelectronic systems like antilockbrakes, traction control, and stabilitycontrol. These accessories ormodifications could even causemalfunction or damage not coveredby the vehicle warranty.
Damage to suspension componentscaused by modifying vehicle heightoutside of factory settings will not becovered by the vehicle warranty.
Damage to vehicle componentsresulting from modifications or theinstallation or use of non-GMcertified parts, including controlmodule or software modifications, isnot covered under the terms of thevehicle warranty and may affectremaining warranty coverage foraffected parts.
GM Accessories are designed tocomplement and function with othersystems on the vehicle. See yourdealer to accessorize the vehicleusing genuine GM Accessoriesinstalled by a dealer technician.
Also, seeAdding Equipment to theAirbag-Equipped Vehicle087.

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1. Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting - NorthAmerica0432.
2.Battery - North America0378.
3. Coolant Surge Tank andPressure Cap. SeeCoolingSystem0368.
4.Engine Air Cleaner/Filter0367.
5. Automatic TransmissionDipstick (If Equipped). See“How to Check AutomaticTransmission Fluid”underAutomatic Transmission Fluid(6-Speed Transmission)0363orAutomatic TransmissionFluid (8-SpeedTr a n s m i s s i o n )0366.
6. Remote Negative (–)Location.SeeJump Starting - NorthAmerica0432.
7. Engine Cooling Fans (Out ofView). SeeCoolingSystem0368.
8. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See“Whento Add Engine Oil”underEngine Oil0359.
9. Engine Oil Dipstick. See“Checking Engine Oil”underEngine Oil0359.
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. SeeBrake Fluid0377.
11 . W i n d s h i e l d Wa s h e r F l u i dReservoir. See“Adding WasherFluid”underWasherFluid0375.
12. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (IfEquipped). SeeHydraulicClutch0366.
13.Engine Compartment FuseBlock0390.

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1. Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting - NorthAmerica0432.
2.Battery - North America0378.
3. Coolant Surge Tank andPressure Cap. SeeCoolingSystem0368.
4.Engine Air Cleaner/Filter0367.
5. Automatic TransmissionDipstick (If Equipped). See“How to Check AutomaticTransmission Fluid”underAutomatic Transmission Fluid(6-Speed Transmission)0363orAutomatic TransmissionFluid (8-SpeedTr a n s m i s s i o n )0366.
6. Remote Negative (–)Location(Out of View). SeeJumpStarting - North America0432.
7. Engine Cooling Fans (Out ofView). SeeCoolingSystem0368.
8. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See“Whento Add Engine Oil”underEngine Oil0359.
9. Engine Oil Dipstick. See“Checking Engine Oil”underEngine Oil0359.
10. Windshield Washer FluidReservoir. See“Adding WasherFluid”underWasherFluid0375.
11 . B r a k e F l u i d R e s e r v o i r. S e eBrake Fluid0377.
12.Engine Compartment FuseBlock0390.

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1. Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting - NorthAmerica0432.
2.Battery - North America0378.
3. Coolant Surge Tank andPressure Cap. SeeCoolingSystem0368.
4.Engine Air Cleaner/Filter0367.
5. Automatic TransmissionDipstick (If Equipped). See“How to Check AutomaticTransmission Fluid”underAutomatic Transmission Fluid(6-Speed Transmission)0363orAutomatic TransmissionFluid (8-SpeedTr a n s m i s s i o n )0366.
6. Engine Oil Dipstick. See“Checking Engine Oil”underEngine Oil0359.
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See“Whento Add Engine Oil”underEngine Oil0359.
8. Engine Cooling Fan (Out ofView). SeeCoolingSystem0368.
9. Remote Negative (–)Location.SeeJump Starting - NorthAmerica0432.
10. Power Steering FluidReservoir. SeePower SteeringFluid (1500 Series)0375orPower Steering Fluid (2500/3500 Series)0375.
11 . W i n d s h i e l d Wa s h e r F l u i dReservoir. See“Adding WasherFluid”underWasherFluid0375.
12. Brake Fluid Reservoir. SeeBrake Fluid0377.
13. Auxiliary Battery (If Equipped).SeeBattery - NorthAmerica0378.
14.Engine Compartment FuseBlock0390.
If the vehicle has a diesel engineand/or an Allison Transmission, seethe Duramax diesel supplement.
For an eAssist vehicle, see theSilverado/Sierra eAssistsupplement.
Engine Oil
For diesel engine vehicles, see“Engine Oil”in the Duramax dieselsupplement.
To e n s u r e p r o p e r e n g i n eperformance and long life, carefulattention must be paid to engine oil.Following these simple, butimportant steps will help protectyour investment:
.Use engine oil approved to theproper specification and of theproper viscosity grade. See“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”in this section.
.Check the engine oil levelregularly and maintain theproper oil level. See“CheckingEngine Oil”and“When to AddEngine Oil”in this section.
.Change the engine oil at theappropriate time. SeeEngine OilLife System0362.
.Always dispose of engine oilproperly. See“What to Do withUsed Oil”in this section.

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Warning (Continued)
Add brake fluid only when work is
done on the brake hydraulic
system.
When the brake fluid falls to a lowlevel, the brake warning light comeson. SeeBrake System WarningLight0140.
Brake fluid absorbs water over time.Replace brake fluid at the specifiedintervals to prevent increasedstopping distance. SeeMaintenanceSchedule0452.
Checking Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid by looking at thebrake fluid reservoir. SeeEngineCompartment Overview0354.
The fluid level should be aboveMIN. If it is not, have the brakehydraulic system checked to see ifthere is a leak.
After work is done on the brakehydraulic system, make sure thelevel is above MIN but not over theMAX mark.
What to Add
Use only GM approved DOT 3brake fluid from a clean, sealedcontainer. SeeRecommendedFluids and Lubricants0462.
{Warning
The wrong or contaminated brake
fluid could result in damage to the
brake system. This could result in
the loss of braking leading to a
possible injury. Always use the
proper GM approved brake fluid.
Caution
If brake fluid is spilled on the
vehicle's painted surfaces, the
paint finish can be damaged.
Immediately wash off any painted
surface.
Battery - North America
The original equipment battery ismaintenance free. Do not removethe cap and do not add fluid.
Refer to the replacement numbershown on the original battery labelwhen a new battery is needed. SeeEngine Compartment Overview0354for battery location.

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{Warning
WA R N I N G :Battery posts,
terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Batteries also
contain other chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer.WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING.
SeeCalifornia Proposition
65 Warning0351.
Vehicle Storage
{Warning
Batteries have acid that can burn
you and gas that can explode.
Yo u c a n b e b a d l y h u r t i f y o u a r e
not careful. SeeJump Starting -
North America0432for tips on
working around a battery without
getting hurt.
Infrequent Usage: Remove theblack, negative (✓)cablefromthebattery to keep the battery fromrunning down.
Extended Storage: Remove theblack, negative (✓)cablefromthebattery or use a battery tricklecharger.
Four-Wheel Drive
Transfer Case
When to Check Lubricant
Refer toMaintenance Schedule0452to determine when to checkthe lubricant.
1. Fill Plug
2. Drain Plug
To g e t a n a c c u r a t e r e a d i n g , t h evehicle should be on a levelsurface.
If the level is below the bottom ofthe fill plug (1) hole, located on thetransfer case, some lubricant willneed to be added. Add enoughlubricant to raise the level to thebottom of the fill plug (1) hole. Usecare not to overtighten the plug.
When to Change Lubricant
Refer toMaintenance Schedule0452to determine how often tochange the lubricant.
What to Use
Refer toRecommended Fluids andLubricants0462to determine whatkind of lubricant to use.

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High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Lighting
{Warning
The High Intensity Discharge
(HID) lighting system operates at
averyhighvoltage.Ifyoutryto
service any of the system
components, you could be
seriously injured. Have your
dealer or a qualified technician
service them.
After an HID headlamp bulb hasbeen replaced, the beam might be aslightly different shade than it wasoriginally. This is normal.
LED Lighting
This vehicle has several LED lamps.For replacement of any LED lightingassembly, contact your dealer.
Headlamps, Front Turn
Signal, Sidemarker, and
Parking Lamps
Driver Side Shown–PassengerSide Similar
1. Low/High-Beam Headlamp
2. Turn Signal
Headlamp
See your dealer for headlampreplacement.
Turn Signal
1. Open the hood.
2. If replacing a bulb on thepassenger side, remove theengine air cleaner.
3. 2500/3500 Series vehiclesonly, driver side:
3.1. Remove the auxiliarybattery retainer bolt (2)and battery retainer (1).
3.2. Reposition the auxiliarybattery (3) so that thefront turn signal accessport is visible.
4. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise to remove itfrom the headlamp assemblyand pull it straight out.

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5. Remove the bulb by pulling itstraight out of the bulb socket.
6. Install new bulb into bulbsocket.
7. Turn the bulb socket clockwiseto install it in the headlampassembly.
8. 2500/3500 Series vehiclesonly, driver side:
8.1. Reposition the auxiliarybattery (3).
8.2. Install the auxiliarybattery retainer (1) andbattery retainer bolt (3).
9. If replacing a bulb on thepassenger side, reinstall theengine air cleaner.
10. Close the hood.
Fog Lamps
To r e p l a c e t h e f r o n t f o g l a m p b u l b :
1. Locate the fog lamp under thefront bumper.
2. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the fog lampbulb assembly by pressing theconnector release.
3. Remove the bulb from thehousing by squeezing the tworelease tabs and pulling itstraight out of the assembly.
Taillamps (Chassis Cab
Models)
1. Back-Up Lamp
2. Stoplamp/Taillamp/TurnSignal Lamp
To r e p l a c e o n e o f t h e s e b u l b s :
1. Remove the four screws.
2. Lift the lens off the lampassembly.
3. Turn the old bulbcounterclockwise and pull itstraight out from the socket.
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps, and Back-Up
Lamps
1. Stoplamp/Taillamp/TurnSignal Lamp
2. Back-Up Lamp

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FusesUsage
1Trailerbrake
2Trailerbattery
FusesUsage
3ABSpump
FusesUsage
4Instrumentpanel BEC 1
5MSBpassenger
64WDtransfercaseelectronic control
7Electricparkbrake
8Instrumentpanel BEC 2
9MSBdriver
10 Rear windowdefogger
11 S t a r t e r
12 Cooling fan 1
13 Cooling fan 2
14 Left trailer stop/Turn lamps
15 Trailer parkinglamps
16 Trailer reverselamps
17 Right trailer stop/Turn lamps
18 Fuel pump

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19 Integrated chassiscontrol module
20 Electronicsuspension controlmodule
21 Fuel pump powermodule
22 Upfitter 1
23 Upfitter 2
24 Front wiper
25 ABS Valves
26 Upfitter 2
27 Upfitter 3
28 Right parkinglamps
29 Left parking lamps
30 Upfitter 3
31 Upfitter 4
32 Upfitter 4
33 Reverse lamps
34 Engine controlmodule/Ignition
FusesUsage
35 A/C clutch
36 Heated mirrors
37 Upfitter 1
38 Centerhigh-mountedstoplamp
39 Miscellaneous/Ignition
40 Transmission/Ignition
41 Fuel pump 2
42 Cooling fan clutch
43 Engine
44 Fuel injectors A–odd
45 Fuel injectors B–even
46 O2 Sensor B
47 Throttle control
48 Horn
49 Fog lamps
50 O2 Sensor A
FusesUsage
51 Engine controlmodule
52 Interior heater
53 Accessory powermodule/TPM pump
54 Front washer
55 A/C/Batteryregulated voltagecontrol
56 A/C module/Battery pack
57 Transmissioncontrol module/Engine controlmodule
58 Headlamps
74 Electric runningboards (ifequipped)
76 Fuel pump prime