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Starting Your V8 Engine 1. With your engine still won't start within 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there ...
Starting Your V8 Engine 1. With your engine still won't start within 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there ...
Owner's Manual
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Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 6000 V8 Engine) Here's how to NEUTRAL. 2-29 Shift into the higher forward gears the same way you do for normal driving. If you try to shift ...
Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 6000 V8 Engine) Here's how to NEUTRAL. 2-29 Shift into the higher forward gears the same way you do for normal driving. If you try to shift ...
Owner's Manual
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... clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is stopped. Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 Engines) Here's how to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever into FIRST (1). If you've come to a complete stop moving forward could damage the...
... clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is stopped. Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 Engines) Here's how to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever into FIRST (1). If you've come to a complete stop moving forward could damage the...
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... come to a complete stop . To prevent unintentional gear selections, additional force is unique to fully engage the clutch. Six-Speed (VORTEC™ 8100 V8 and DURAMAX™ 6600 V8 Engines) Here's how to move the shift lever into REVERSE (R) or FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press... clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Only downshift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on a grade. If you come to wear-in the pickup box or launching on the clutch pedal to GM manual transmissions. Press the clutch pedal again.
... come to a complete stop . To prevent unintentional gear selections, additional force is unique to fully engage the clutch. Six-Speed (VORTEC™ 8100 V8 and DURAMAX™ 6600 V8 Engines) Here's how to move the shift lever into REVERSE (R) or FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press... clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Only downshift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on a grade. If you come to wear-in the pickup box or launching on the clutch pedal to GM manual transmissions. Press the clutch pedal again.
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Above the 5,000 lbs. (2 268 kg) trailer rating, the handling/trailering suspension is required on C-1500 models and the handling/trailering or off-road suspension is calculated assuming the driver and one of the following charts to 1,500 lbs. (680 kg...) 3.73 5,500 lbs. (2 495 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) 3.42 7,500 lbs. (3 401 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 8,500 lbs. (3 855 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg) * Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of additional optional equipment, ...
... vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Above the 5,000 lbs. (2 268 kg) trailer rating, the handling/trailering suspension is required on C-1500 models and the handling/trailering or off-road suspension is calculated assuming the driver and one of the following charts to 1,500 lbs. (680 kg...) 3.73 5,500 lbs. (2 495 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) 3.42 7,500 lbs. (3 401 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 8,500 lbs. (3 855 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg) * Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of additional optional equipment, ...
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...859 kg) 9,000 lbs. (4 082 kg) 3.73 7,000 lbs. (3 175 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4.10 8,000 lbs. (3 628 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg) 3.73 5,000 lbs. (2 267 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4... fifth-wheel and gooseneck. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-1500 Extended Cab Long Box (4WD)* 3.73 6,600 lbs. (2 993 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 4800 V8 4.10 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg)** 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg...11,000 lbs. (4 990 kg) 3.73 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg)** 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg) 5300 V8 4.10 8,600 lbs. (3 900 kg)** 14,000 lbs. (6 350 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should...
...859 kg) 9,000 lbs. (4 082 kg) 3.73 7,000 lbs. (3 175 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 4800 V8 (Auto) 4.10 8,000 lbs. (3 628 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg) 3.73 5,000 lbs. (2 267 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4... fifth-wheel and gooseneck. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-1500 Extended Cab Long Box (4WD)* 3.73 6,600 lbs. (2 993 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 4800 V8 4.10 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg)** 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg...11,000 lbs. (4 990 kg) 3.73 7,600 lbs. (3 447 kg)** 13,000 lbs. (5 897 kg) 5300 V8 4.10 8,600 lbs. (3 900 kg)** 14,000 lbs. (6 350 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should...
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...257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel ... (1 133 kg) maximum. 4-81 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (2WD) 6000 V8 4.10 10,000 lbs. (4 536 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000... lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel ...
...257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel ... (1 133 kg) maximum. 4-81 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (2WD) 6000 V8 4.10 10,000 lbs. (4 536 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000... lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel ...
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... trailer weight up to 2,500 lbs. (1 133 kg) maximum. 4-82 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 10,100 lbs. (4 581 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100... gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2,500 lbs. (1 133 kg) maximum. Vehicle* K-2500 LD (4WD)* 6000 V8 Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 3.73 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 14,000 lbs. (6 350 kg) 4.10 10,300 lbs. (4 672 kg) 16,000 lbs...
... trailer weight up to 2,500 lbs. (1 133 kg) maximum. 4-82 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 10,100 lbs. (4 581 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100... gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2,500 lbs. (1 133 kg) maximum. Vehicle* K-2500 LD (4WD)* 6000 V8 Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 3.73 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 14,000 lbs. (6 350 kg) 4.10 10,300 lbs. (4 672 kg) 16,000 lbs...
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...257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel ... kg) maximum. 4-83 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (4WD) 6000 V8 4.10 9,700 lbs. (4 399 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443kg) 20,000 lbs.... (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) * Fifth-wheel or ...
...257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs. (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel ... kg) maximum. 4-83 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (4WD) 6000 V8 4.10 9,700 lbs. (4 399 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443kg) 20,000 lbs.... (9 072 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) * Fifth-wheel or ...
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... lbs. (6 894 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) C-3500 Crew Cab (2WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 9,600 lbs. (4 354 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 15,200 lbs. (6 894 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 15,000 lbs. (6 803 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel... 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) with weight distributing hitch. Vehicle* K-3500 Regular Cab (4WD) 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 8100 V8 Single Rear Wheel 6.6L V8 Dual Rear Wheel 6.6L V8 Single Rear Wheel Axle Ratio 4.10 4.10 4.10 4.10 3.73 3.73 Maximum Trailer Weight 9,900...
... lbs. (6 894 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) C-3500 Crew Cab (2WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 9,600 lbs. (4 354 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 15,200 lbs. (6 894 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 15,000 lbs. (6 803 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) *Fifth-wheel... 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) with weight distributing hitch. Vehicle* K-3500 Regular Cab (4WD) 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 8100 V8 Single Rear Wheel 6.6L V8 Dual Rear Wheel 6.6L V8 Single Rear Wheel Axle Ratio 4.10 4.10 4.10 4.10 3.73 3.73 Maximum Trailer Weight 9,900...
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... of trailer weight up to 3,500 lbs. (1 587 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-3500 Extended Cab (4WD)* 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,500 lbs. (4 309 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4.10 9,700 lbs. (4 399 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 8100... Rear Wheel 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) Wheel 6.6L V8 Diesel Single Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) Wheel * Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin...
... of trailer weight up to 3,500 lbs. (1 587 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-3500 Extended Cab (4WD)* 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,500 lbs. (4 309 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4.10 9,700 lbs. (4 399 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 257 kg) 8100... Rear Wheel 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) Wheel 6.6L V8 Diesel Single Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs. (9 979 kg) Wheel * Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin...
Owner's Manual
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When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC™ 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC™ 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), you will see the following: 5-14
When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC™ 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC™ 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), you will see the following: 5-14
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When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC™ 8100 V8 engine you will see the following: 5-16
When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC™ 8100 V8 engine you will see the following: 5-16
Owner's Manual
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...;uid. Remove the filler plug. 2. Notice: Too much can mean that the lubricant level is cool enough for VORTEC™ 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 Engines Shown, Other Manual Transmissions Similar 1. Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and...
...;uid. Remove the filler plug. 2. Notice: Too much can mean that the lubricant level is cool enough for VORTEC™ 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 Engines Shown, Other Manual Transmissions Similar 1. Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and...
Owner's Manual
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... emergency. Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in power and engine performance. See Engine Oil on page 3-54. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing Notice...
... emergency. Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in power and engine performance. See Engine Oil on page 3-54. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing Notice...
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Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: All Other Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Cooling System When you decide it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. 8100 V8 Engines 5-38 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C.
Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: All Other Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Cooling System When you decide it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. 8100 V8 Engines 5-38 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C.
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See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. 5-44 A fluid loss in the system or you hear an unusual noise. Power Steering Fluid All Other Engines 8100 V8 Engine When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. 5-44 A fluid loss in the system or you hear an unusual noise. Power Steering Fluid All Other Engines 8100 V8 Engine When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
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... starting procedure, they are, it could save both vehicles involved in NEUTRAL. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can be damaged. On V8 engines it could cause a ground connection you should always use these remote terminals instead of the other vehicle. Only use the battery that's closer to... grounding could be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in the jump start your warranty. Always turn off the radio and all V8 and diesel engines, and on the thermostat housing on both batteries. And it is marked "GND." 5-52
... starting procedure, they are, it could save both vehicles involved in NEUTRAL. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can be damaged. On V8 engines it could cause a ground connection you should always use these remote terminals instead of the other vehicle. Only use the battery that's closer to... grounding could be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in the jump start your warranty. Always turn off the radio and all V8 and diesel engines, and on the thermostat housing on both batteries. And it is marked "GND." 5-52
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... vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 12. Connect the other metal. Now start the vehicle with the dead battery. 11. V8 Engine 8.1L Engine Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or...'t start the vehicle that had the dead battery. 10. Remove the jumper cables in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. V8 Engine, Diesel Similar 5-55
... vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 12. Connect the other metal. Now start the vehicle with the dead battery. 11. V8 Engine 8.1L Engine Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or...'t start the vehicle that had the dead battery. 10. Remove the jumper cables in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. V8 Engine, Diesel Similar 5-55
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle document in the cab. 5-130 Capacities and Specifications Engine VORTEC™ 4300 V6 VORTEC™ 4800 V8 VORTEC™ 5300 V8 VORTEC™ 6000 V8 VORTEC™ 6000 V8 VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Model C/K 1500 & C/K 2500 C/K 3500 Tire Pressure VIN Code W V T U N G Spark Plug Gap 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 0.040...
... vehicle document in the cab. 5-130 Capacities and Specifications Engine VORTEC™ 4300 V6 VORTEC™ 4800 V8 VORTEC™ 5300 V8 VORTEC™ 6000 V8 VORTEC™ 6000 V8 VORTEC™ 8100 V8 Model C/K 1500 & C/K 2500 C/K 3500 Tire Pressure VIN Code W V T U N G Spark Plug Gap 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 0.040...