Owner's Manual
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... to NEUTRAL. Slowly let up on the clutch. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 6.0L V8 Engine) Here is how to operate your vehicle moving in properly. Press the clutch pedal back down into FIRST (1) at excessive vehicle speeds, the shift...
... to NEUTRAL. Slowly let up on the clutch. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 6.0L V8 Engine) Here is how to operate your vehicle moving in properly. Press the clutch pedal back down into FIRST (1) at excessive vehicle speeds, the shift...
Owner's Manual
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... could damage the transmission. NEUTRAL: Use this position when you press the accelerator pedal. Wait for SECOND (2). Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 4.3L V6 and 4.8L V8 Engines) Here is stopped. REVERSE (R): To back up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle...
... could damage the transmission. NEUTRAL: Use this position when you press the accelerator pedal. Wait for SECOND (2). Five-Speed (VORTEC™ 4.3L V6 and 4.8L V8 Engines) Here is stopped. REVERSE (R): To back up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Then, shift into FIRST (1), put the lever in the pickup box or launching on the shifter. This six-speed pattern is unique to wear-in SECOND (2) gear. Press the clutch pedal again. This allows...pedal and upshift into FIRST (1). The transmission always repositions the shift lever to operate your transmission. Six-Speed (VORTEC™ 8.1L V8 and DURAMAX®™ 6.6L V8 Engines) Here is how to NEUTRAL, which is located between FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) gear. During the first 500 miles ...
... Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Then, shift into FIRST (1), put the lever in the pickup box or launching on the shifter. This six-speed pattern is unique to wear-in SECOND (2) gear. Press the clutch pedal again. This allows...pedal and upshift into FIRST (1). The transmission always repositions the shift lever to operate your transmission. Six-Speed (VORTEC™ 8.1L V8 and DURAMAX®™ 6.6L V8 Engines) Here is how to NEUTRAL, which is located between FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) gear. During the first 500 miles ...
Owner's Manual
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...) 13,000 lbs (5 902 kg) to 1,500 lbs (680 kg) 4-71 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight C-1500 Crew Cab (2WD)* 3.23 6,700 lbs (3 039 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 7,700 lbs (3 493 kg) 6000 V8 3.73 10,100 lbs (4 581 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailering is neither designed nor intended for this... 8,200 lbs (3 719 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up maximum. Vehicle* C-1500 HD (2WD)* 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 (7 ...
...) 13,000 lbs (5 902 kg) to 1,500 lbs (680 kg) 4-71 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight C-1500 Crew Cab (2WD)* 3.23 6,700 lbs (3 039 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 7,700 lbs (3 493 kg) 6000 V8 3.73 10,100 lbs (4 581 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailering is neither designed nor intended for this... 8,200 lbs (3 719 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up maximum. Vehicle* C-1500 HD (2WD)* 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 (7 ...
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... 15 percent of total loaded trailer weight up to with NHT Enhanced Trailering Performance. 1,200 lbs (544 kg) on models 4-73 K-1500 HD (4WD)* 3.73 7,900 lbs (3 583 kg) 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs (4 491 kg) GCWR 12,000 lbs 12,000 lbs 13,000 lbs 10,000 lbs 10,000 lbs... lbs (5 897 kg) (5 897 kg) (6 350 kg) (7 031 kg) Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight K-1500 Crew Cab (4WD)* 3.42 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 4.10 8,400 lbs (3 810 kg) 6000 V8** 4.10 9,800 lbs (4 445 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailering is neither designed nor intended...
... 15 percent of total loaded trailer weight up to with NHT Enhanced Trailering Performance. 1,200 lbs (544 kg) on models 4-73 K-1500 HD (4WD)* 3.73 7,900 lbs (3 583 kg) 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs (4 491 kg) GCWR 12,000 lbs 12,000 lbs 13,000 lbs 10,000 lbs 10,000 lbs... lbs (5 897 kg) (5 897 kg) (6 350 kg) (7 031 kg) Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight K-1500 Crew Cab (4WD)* 3.42 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 4.10 8,400 lbs (3 810 kg) 6000 V8** 4.10 9,800 lbs (4 445 kg) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailering is neither designed nor intended...
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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 or... lbs (1 361 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD (2WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 10,200 lbs (4 627 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 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 or... lbs (1 361 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD (2WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 10,200 lbs (4 627 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 or...
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... weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) maximum. Fifth-wheel or gooseneck GCWR for 6.6L V8 Diesel 2500 HD models is 23,200 lbs (10 523 kg). 4-77 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD...) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) maximum. Vehicle* K-1500 HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 3.73 7,900 lbs (3 583 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) 4.10 9,900 lbs (4 491 kg) 16,000...
... weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) maximum. Fifth-wheel or gooseneck GCWR for 6.6L V8 Diesel 2500 HD models is 23,200 lbs (10 523 kg). 4-77 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD...) *Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) maximum. Vehicle* K-1500 HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 3.73 7,900 lbs (3 583 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) 4.10 9,900 lbs (4 491 kg) 16,000...
Owner's Manual
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...(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 or... 361 kg) maximum. 4-78 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs (4 490 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs (9...(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 or...
...(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 or... 361 kg) maximum. 4-78 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (4WD)* 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs (4 490 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 20,000 lbs (9...(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 or...
Owner's Manual
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... (10 523 kg). ** Limited to 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (4WD) 6000 V8 4.10 9,700 lbs (4 400 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 or gooseneck kingpin weight should...
... (10 523 kg). ** Limited to 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) maximum. Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (4WD) 6000 V8 4.10 9,700 lbs (4 400 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 or gooseneck kingpin weight should...
Owner's Manual
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...80 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-3500 Regular Cab (4WD) 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,800 lbs (4 445 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4.10 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 16,000 lbs ...575 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Auto) 6.6L V8 Dual Rear 3.73 16,700 lbs (7 575 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Single Rear Wheel 3.73 15,400 lbs (6 985 kg) 22,000 lbs...394 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 16,300 lbs (7 394 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Auto) 6.6L V8 Diesel Single Rear 3.73 15,000 lbs (6 804 kg) 22,000 lbs...
...80 Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K-3500 Regular Cab (4WD) 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4.10 9,800 lbs (4 445 kg) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4.10 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) 16,000 lbs ...575 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Auto) 6.6L V8 Dual Rear 3.73 16,700 lbs (7 575 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Single Rear Wheel 3.73 15,400 lbs (6 985 kg) 22,000 lbs...394 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 16,300 lbs (7 394 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Auto) 6.6L V8 Diesel Single Rear 3.73 15,000 lbs (6 804 kg) 22,000 lbs...
Owner's Manual
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... Single Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) Wheel (Auto) 6.6L V8 Diesel Single Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Auto... Owner Assistance Information Booklet. You can write us at the address listed in your vehicle should be exceeded. Fifth-wheel or gooseneck GCWR for 6.6L V8 Diesel 3500 SRW models is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. In Canada...
... Single Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) Wheel (Auto) 6.6L V8 Diesel Single Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 22,000 lbs (9 979 kg) Wheel (Manual) 6.6L V8 Diesel Dual Rear 3.73 12,000 lbs (5 443 kg) 23,500 lbs (10 659 kg) Wheel (Auto... Owner Assistance Information Booklet. You can write us at the address listed in your vehicle should be exceeded. Fifth-wheel or gooseneck GCWR for 6.6L V8 Diesel 3500 SRW models is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. In Canada...
Owner's Manual
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... Care Manual Transmission Fluid ...5-32 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-34 Engine Coolant ...5-35 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-37 Engine Overheating ...5-37 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) ...5-40 Cooling System ...5-40 Engine Fan Noise ...5-45 Power Steering Fluid ...5-46 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-47 Brakes ...5-48 Battery ...5-51 Jump Starting ...5-52...
... Care Manual Transmission Fluid ...5-32 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-34 Engine Coolant ...5-35 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-37 Engine Overheating ...5-37 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) ...5-40 Cooling System ...5-40 Engine Fan Noise ...5-45 Power Steering Fluid ...5-46 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-47 Brakes ...5-48 Battery ...5-51 Jump Starting ...5-52...
Owner's Manual
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... with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. See Additives on page 5-8. In all vehicles, except those with the 6.0L V8 engine (VIN Code N), use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to as spark knock. If your vehicle has the 6.0L...enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). For vehicles with a posted octane rating of the instrument panel. If your vehicle has the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code Z), you may notice a heavy knocking noise when you might damage your engine. Gasoline The 8th digit of gasolines containing MMT....
... with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. See Additives on page 5-8. In all vehicles, except those with the 6.0L V8 engine (VIN Code N), use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to as spark knock. If your vehicle has the 6.0L...enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). For vehicles with a posted octane rating of the instrument panel. If your vehicle has the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code Z), you may notice a heavy knocking noise when you might damage your engine. Gasoline The 8th digit of gasolines containing MMT....
Owner's Manual
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... than 85%. Do not use the fuel if the ethanol content is made from renewable sources such as corn and other engines, including the 5.3L V8 (VIN Code T), use 85% ethanol fuel (E85). If this happens, switching to gasoline or adding gasoline to your fuel tank may use only regular ... starting and heater efficiency below 32°F (0°C), the fuel mix in the wintertime, the E85 fuel must be because your vehicle has the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code Z only), you find E85 fuel. You will not have a label indicating ethanol content. Only vehicles that can help you may ...
... than 85%. Do not use the fuel if the ethanol content is made from renewable sources such as corn and other engines, including the 5.3L V8 (VIN Code T), use 85% ethanol fuel (E85). If this happens, switching to gasoline or adding gasoline to your fuel tank may use only regular ... starting and heater efficiency below 32°F (0°C), the fuel mix in the wintertime, the E85 fuel must be because your vehicle has the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code Z only), you find E85 fuel. You will not have a label indicating ethanol content. Only vehicles that can help you may ...
Owner's Manual
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When you open the hood on the 5.3L V8 engine (4.8L and 6.0L V8 engines similar), here is what you will see: 5-16
When you open the hood on the 5.3L V8 engine (4.8L and 6.0L V8 engines similar), here is what you will see: 5-16
Owner's Manual
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When you open the hood on the 8.1L V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-18
When you open the hood on the 8.1L V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-18
Owner's Manual
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... fluid could get an accurate reading if you do it yourself, be sure it is cool enough for VORTEC™ 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 engines shown, other manual transmissions similar 1. Check that some of the filler plug hole. 3. How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid Because this operation can...
... fluid could get an accurate reading if you do it yourself, be sure it is cool enough for VORTEC™ 4300 V6 and 4800 V8 engines shown, other manual transmissions similar 1. Check that some of the filler plug hole. 3. How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid Because this operation can...
Owner's Manual
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...is cool. Wait until the engine is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) on page 5-40 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Stop after high-speed driving. See Overheated Engine... Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) on page 5-40 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Sometimes the engine can burn you badly, even ...
...is cool. Wait until the engine is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) on page 5-40 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Stop after high-speed driving. See Overheated Engine... Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) on page 5-40 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Sometimes the engine can burn you badly, even ...
Owner's Manual
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In this mode, you will notice a loss in an emergency. The engine oil will see: 8.1L V8 Engines A. This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in power and engine performance. Driving extended miles (km) and/or ...Coolant Surge Tank B. See Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-20. Repair the cause of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. 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 groups...
In this mode, you will notice a loss in an emergency. The engine oil will see: 8.1L V8 Engines A. This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in power and engine performance. Driving extended miles (km) and/or ...Coolant Surge Tank B. See Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-20. Repair the cause of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. 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 groups...
Owner's Manual
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..., can be burned. See Engine Coolant on driving to a safe place in the surge tank. Do not touch them. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) on page 5-40 for information on page 5-35 for the proper coolant fill procedure. If coolant is visible but be sure the...
..., can be burned. See Engine Coolant on driving to a safe place in the surge tank. Do not touch them. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (V8 Engines Only) on page 5-40 for information on page 5-35 for the proper coolant fill procedure. If coolant is visible but be sure the...