Owner's Manual
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...'t, your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start within 10 seconds, hold your engine gets warm. 3. Starting Your V6 Engine 1. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START for five more than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to help...
...'t, your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start within 10 seconds, hold your engine gets warm. 3. Starting Your V6 Engine 1. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START for five more than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to help...
Owner's Manual
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... clutch. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To stop moving could damage your transmission. 5-Speed (VORTEC 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 Engines) Here's how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1) when you're going less than...
... clutch. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To stop moving could damage your transmission. 5-Speed (VORTEC 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 Engines) Here's how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1) when you're going less than...
Owner's Manual
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... 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg) 4,600 lbs. (2 087 kg) 5,600 lbs. (2 540 kg) 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg) 8,600 lbs. (3 901 kg) C-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73... 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) * Weight-distributing hitch tongue weight 10% to 25% of trailer weight 1,000 lb. (454 kg) maximum. C-1500 Regular Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.08 3.42 3.08 3.42 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.42...
... 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg) 4,600 lbs. (2 087 kg) 5,600 lbs. (2 540 kg) 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg) 8,600 lbs. (3 901 kg) C-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73... 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) * Weight-distributing hitch tongue weight 10% to 25% of trailer weight 1,000 lb. (454 kg) maximum. C-1500 Regular Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.08 3.42 3.08 3.42 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.42...
Owner's Manual
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C-1500 Crew Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 6000 V8 Axle Ratio 3.73 4.10 Max. Fifth-wheel ... lbs. (1 860 kg) 5,100 lbs. (2 313 kg) 7,100 lbs. (3 220 kg) 8,100 lbs. (3 674 kg) C-1500 Regular Cab Long Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.08 3.42 3.08 3.42 3.42 3.73 3.42 3....73 3.42 3.73 Max. Trailer Wt. 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 10,300 lbs. (4 672 kg) C-1500 Extended Cab Long Box ...
C-1500 Crew Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 6000 V8 Axle Ratio 3.73 4.10 Max. Fifth-wheel ... lbs. (1 860 kg) 5,100 lbs. (2 313 kg) 7,100 lbs. (3 220 kg) 8,100 lbs. (3 674 kg) C-1500 Regular Cab Long Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.08 3.42 3.08 3.42 3.42 3.73 3.42 3....73 3.42 3.73 Max. Trailer Wt. 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 10,300 lbs. (4 672 kg) C-1500 Extended Cab Long Box ...
Owner's Manual
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...,000 lbs. (4 536 kg) * Weight-distributing hitch tongue weight 10% to 25% of trailer weight 1,000 lb. (454 kg) maximum. K-1500 Regular Cab Short Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73... kg) 7,300 lbs. (3 311 kg) 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 5,300 lbs. (2 404 kg) 6,300 lbs. (2 858 kg) 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 9,300 lbs. (4 218 kg) K-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 Max. Trailer...
...,000 lbs. (4 536 kg) * Weight-distributing hitch tongue weight 10% to 25% of trailer weight 1,000 lb. (454 kg) maximum. K-1500 Regular Cab Short Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73... kg) 7,300 lbs. (3 311 kg) 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 5,300 lbs. (2 404 kg) 6,300 lbs. (2 858 kg) 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 9,300 lbs. (4 218 kg) K-1500 Extended Cab Short Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 Max. Trailer...
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Fifth-wheel hitch tongue weight 15% to 15% of trailer weight 1,500 lb. (680 kg) maximum. 4-63 K-1500 Regular Cab Long Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 Max. Trailer Wt... kg) 7,200 lbs. (3 266 kg) 8,200 lbs. (3 719 kg) 5,200 lbs. (2 359 kg) 6,200 lbs. (2 812 kg) 8,200 lbs. (3 719 kg) 9,200 lbs. (4 173 kg) K-1500 Extended Cab Long Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 Max.
Fifth-wheel hitch tongue weight 15% to 15% of trailer weight 1,500 lb. (680 kg) maximum. 4-63 K-1500 Regular Cab Long Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4300 V6 (Auto) 4300 V6 (Manual) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 3.42 3.73 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 Max. Trailer Wt... kg) 7,200 lbs. (3 266 kg) 8,200 lbs. (3 719 kg) 5,200 lbs. (2 359 kg) 6,200 lbs. (2 812 kg) 8,200 lbs. (3 719 kg) 9,200 lbs. (4 173 kg) K-1500 Extended Cab Long Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4800 V8 (Manual) 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 3.73 4.10 Max.
Owner's Manual
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... (-) terminals instead of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on a tab attached to start procedure. You wouldn't be sure the transfer case is marked "GND". On V6 engines, the remote negative (-) terminal is located on your vehicle, and the bad grounding could save both vehicles. Turn off the ignition on V8 engines...
... (-) terminals instead of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on a tab attached to start procedure. You wouldn't be sure the transfer case is marked "GND". On V6 engines, the remote negative (-) terminal is located on your vehicle, and the bad grounding could save both vehicles. Turn off the ignition on V8 engines...
Owner's Manual
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If it won't start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 11. Now start the vehicle with the dead battery. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Try to prevent electrical shorting. Jumper Cable Removal A. 12. Dead Battery 5-7 Remove the cables in reverse order to start after a few tries, it is not near any other metal. When connecting the cable, be sure it probably needs service. V8 Engine V6 Engine, Diesel Similar 9. Take care that they don't touch each other or any engine parts that will move. 10. Good Battery C.
If it won't start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 11. Now start the vehicle with the dead battery. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Try to prevent electrical shorting. Jumper Cable Removal A. 12. Dead Battery 5-7 Remove the cables in reverse order to start after a few tries, it is not near any other metal. When connecting the cable, be sure it probably needs service. V8 Engine V6 Engine, Diesel Similar 9. Take care that they don't touch each other or any engine parts that will move. 10. Good Battery C.
Owner's Manual
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Coolant Surge Tank Air Filter Restriction Indicator Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) Fan Engine Oil Fill Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Remote Negative (-) Terminal (GND) J. G. Brake Fluid Reservoir L. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6-10 D. E. Battery O. Underhood Electrical Center N. K. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped) M. B. H. I. C. Remote Positive (+) Terminal F. Engine Compartment Overview When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine, you'll see the following: A.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Coolant Surge Tank Air Filter Restriction Indicator Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) Fan Engine Oil Fill Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Remote Negative (-) Terminal (GND) J. G. Brake Fluid Reservoir L. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6-10 D. E. Battery O. Underhood Electrical Center N. K. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped) M. B. H. I. C. Remote Positive (+) Terminal F. Engine Compartment Overview When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine, you'll see the following: A.
Owner's Manual
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... fluid at the filler plug hole. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is cool enough for VORTEC 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 engines shown, other manual transmissions similar 6-29 Install the filler plug. Remove the filler plug. 2. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...
... fluid at the filler plug hole. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is cool enough for VORTEC 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 engines shown, other manual transmissions similar 6-29 Install the filler plug. Remove the filler plug. 2. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...
Owner's Manual
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... see the refrigerant charge label under the hood for more information. Engine VORTEC 4300 VORTEC 4800 VORTEC 5300 VORTEC 6000 VORTEC 6600 VORTEC 8100 Type V6 V8 V8 V8 V8 V8 VIN Code W V T U 1 G Spark Plug Gap 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches... (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) Wheels and Tires Model C/K 1500 & C/K 2500 Tire Pressure Description 6 bolts (14mm) 8 bolts (14mm) Torque 140 lb-ft (190 N·m) 140 lb-ft (190 N·m) See the Certification/Tire label ...
... see the refrigerant charge label under the hood for more information. Engine VORTEC 4300 VORTEC 4800 VORTEC 5300 VORTEC 6000 VORTEC 6600 VORTEC 8100 Type V6 V8 V8 V8 V8 V8 VIN Code W V T U 1 G Spark Plug Gap 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches... (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) Wheels and Tires Model C/K 1500 & C/K 2500 Tire Pressure Description 6 bolts (14mm) 8 bolts (14mm) Torque 140 lb-ft (190 N·m) 140 lb-ft (190 N·m) See the Certification/Tire label ...
Owner's Manual
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See "Cooling System" in the Index. Engine VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4800 V8 VORTEC 4800 V8 VORTEC 5300 V8 VORTEC 5300 V8** VORTEC 6000 V8 VORTEC 6000 V8* VORTEC 6000 V8 VORTEC 6000 V8* VORTEC ...
See "Cooling System" in the Index. Engine VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4800 V8 VORTEC 4800 V8 VORTEC 5300 V8 VORTEC 5300 V8** VORTEC 6000 V8 VORTEC 6000 V8* VORTEC 6000 V8 VORTEC 6000 V8* VORTEC ...
Owner's Manual
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...gallons (128 L) 34 U.S. Crankcase Capacity After refill, the level must be changed at every oil change. 6-82 gallons (98 L) 34 U.S. Engine VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4800 V8 VORTEC 5300 V8 VORTEC 6000 V8 VORTEC 6600 V8 VORTEC 8100 V8 VIN W V T U 1 G Quantity with Filter[ 4.5 quarts (4.3 ...L) 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) 6.5 quarts (6.1 L) Fuel Tank Capacity Type Short Bed Long Bed Chassis Cab (Pickup Box Delete) Chassis Cab 3500 Chassis Cab 3500 (California) Chassis Cab 3500 Chassis Cab 3500 (California) Chassis Cab 3500HD Chassis Cab 3500HD Quantity 26 U.S. ...
...gallons (128 L) 34 U.S. Crankcase Capacity After refill, the level must be changed at every oil change. 6-82 gallons (98 L) 34 U.S. Engine VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4800 V8 VORTEC 5300 V8 VORTEC 6000 V8 VORTEC 6600 V8 VORTEC 8100 V8 VIN W V T U 1 G Quantity with Filter[ 4.5 quarts (4.3 ...L) 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) 6.5 quarts (6.1 L) Fuel Tank Capacity Type Short Bed Long Bed Chassis Cab (Pickup Box Delete) Chassis Cab 3500 Chassis Cab 3500 (California) Chassis Cab 3500 Chassis Cab 3500 (California) Chassis Cab 3500HD Chassis Cab 3500HD Quantity 26 U.S. ...