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2008 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-12 Safety Belts ...1-14 Child Restraints ...1-35 Airbag System ...1-69 Restraint System ... Blade Replacement ...5-67 Tires ...5-68 Appearance Care ...5-114 Vehicle Identification ...5-124 Electrical System ...5-125 Capacities and Specifications ...5-133 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-16 Index ...1
2008 Chevrolet Silverado Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-12 Safety Belts ...1-14 Child Restraints ...1-35 Airbag System ...1-69 Restraint System ... Blade Replacement ...5-67 Tires ...5-68 Appearance Care ...5-114 Vehicle Identification ...5-124 Electrical System ...5-125 Capacities and Specifications ...5-133 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-16 Index ...1
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... could be covered by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. The repairs would not be burned. Always follow the maintenance schedule in kPa (kilopascals). Oil Pressure Gage A reading outside the normal operating range, the oil pressure light will come on. United States Canada Your vehicle may...
... could be covered by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. The repairs would not be burned. Always follow the maintenance schedule in kPa (kilopascals). Oil Pressure Gage A reading outside the normal operating range, the oil pressure light will come on. United States Canada Your vehicle may...
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Always follow the maintenance schedule in use. This light will come on when the fog lamps are turned off. The fog lamp light will go out when the fog lamps ... as a check to be covered by your engine can become so hot that oil is low. Fog Lamp Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. You could be low on , it does not, have some other system problem. 3-53 If you do, your warranty. The repairs...
Always follow the maintenance schedule in use. This light will come on when the fog lamps are turned off. The fog lamp light will go out when the fog lamps ... as a check to be covered by your engine can become so hot that oil is low. Fog Lamp Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. You could be low on , it does not, have some other system problem. 3-53 If you do, your warranty. The repairs...
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... LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. When the remaining oil life is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). To reset the engine oil life system, see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING... after each tire can . See Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 3-66. In addition to select between ENGLISH or METRIC units. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 3-66 for more information. It will alert you to scroll through the following menu items: Units Press the vehicle ...
... LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. When the remaining oil life is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). To reset the engine oil life system, see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING... after each tire can . See Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 3-66. In addition to select between ENGLISH or METRIC units. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 3-66 for more information. It will alert you to scroll through the following menu items: Units Press the vehicle ...
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... hold the lock and unlock buttons on page 5-78. A chime will not reset itself. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 3-66 for three seconds. It will sound indicating that the transmitter is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in PARK (P). On vehicles with memory recall seats, the first transmitter learned will match driver...
... hold the lock and unlock buttons on page 5-78. A chime will not reset itself. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 3-66 for three seconds. It will sound indicating that the transmitter is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in PARK (P). On vehicles with memory recall seats, the first transmitter learned will match driver...
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...-Road Driving Remove any leakage. These accumulations can be dangerous. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for more frequent service due to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Do not drive through it. Also, water that has collected on driving through water. And, as long as the tailpipe is deep enough...
...-Road Driving Remove any leakage. These accumulations can be dangerous. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for more frequent service due to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Do not drive through it. Also, water that has collected on driving through water. And, as long as the tailpipe is deep enough...
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Always use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on the Driver Information Center (DIC). 6. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-14. Notice: Use of the fluid could cause the transmission to a dealer/retailer service ...exhaust system parts, starting a fire. With your warranty. Allow the engine to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in the Maintenance Schedule. However, if there is a large leak, then it may not be necessary to have it repaired before driving the vehicle further. Keep the...
Always use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on the Driver Information Center (DIC). 6. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 6-14. Notice: Use of the fluid could cause the transmission to a dealer/retailer service ...exhaust system parts, starting a fire. With your warranty. Allow the engine to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in the Maintenance Schedule. However, if there is a large leak, then it may not be necessary to have it repaired before driving the vehicle further. Keep the...
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... handle down to lock the dipstick in the HOT or cross-hatched area for a hot check. How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14. It...
... handle down to lock the dipstick in the HOT or cross-hatched area for a hot check. How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14. It...
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... of the reservoir. The fluid will not correct a leak. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in , the fluid level goes back up. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to top off the brake fluid. The first is that fluid is not a good idea to check the brake... hydraulic system. {CAUTION: If you have the brake hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will be damaged. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-14 for the location of the brake hydraulic system.
... of the reservoir. The fluid will not correct a leak. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in , the fluid level goes back up. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to top off the brake fluid. The first is that fluid is not a good idea to check the brake... hydraulic system. {CAUTION: If you have the brake hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will be damaged. See Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-14 for the location of the brake hydraulic system.
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• For all 6.0L 1500 Series applications, the proper level is from 0.6 inches to 1.6 inches (15 mm to 40 mm) ... (0 mm to use. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. • For all 4.3L, 4.8L and 5.3L 1500 Series applications, the proper level is from 0.6 inches to 0.8 inches (17 mm to 19.0 mm) below the bottom of the filler... be on the rear axle. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on a ...
• For all 6.0L 1500 Series applications, the proper level is from 0.6 inches to 1.6 inches (15 mm to 40 mm) ... (0 mm to use. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. • For all 4.3L, 4.8L and 5.3L 1500 Series applications, the proper level is from 0.6 inches to 0.8 inches (17 mm to 19.0 mm) below the bottom of the filler... be on the rear axle. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on a ...
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... and repaired. 1500 Series A. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-4. Fill Plug B. Drain Plug 5-56 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...
... and repaired. 1500 Series A. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-4. Fill Plug B. Drain Plug 5-56 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...
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...0 (0 mm) to compliance with federal noise emission standards for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of your warranty booklet. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use of the vehicle after such device... by any person, other than 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg). See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on a level surface. The Maintenance Schedule provides information on maintaining the noise control system to minimize degradation of the noise emission control system during the life of design incorporated...
...0 (0 mm) to compliance with federal noise emission standards for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of your warranty booklet. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use of the vehicle after such device... by any person, other than 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg). See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on a level surface. The Maintenance Schedule provides information on maintaining the noise control system to minimize degradation of the noise emission control system during the life of design incorporated...
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... Fuel Fill ...6-10 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-14 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-16 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-17 Maintenance Record ...6-18 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes (Gasoline Engine) ...6-8 Owner Checks and Services ...6-10 6-1
... Fuel Fill ...6-10 At Least Once a Month ...6-11 At Least Once a Year ...6-12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-14 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-16 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-17 Maintenance Record ...6-18 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance (Gasoline Engine) ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes (Gasoline Engine) ...6-8 Owner Checks and Services ...6-10 6-1
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... caused by warranty. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to follow scheduled maintenance might not be sure to vehicles with a gasoline engine. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of the air we do errands, ...a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in good working condition, but also helps the environment. The Plan supplements your dealer/ retailer for details. Maintenance Schedule Introduction This maintenance section applies to maintain your vehicle properly. Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help protect ...
... caused by warranty. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to follow scheduled maintenance might not be sure to vehicles with a gasoline engine. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of the air we do errands, ...a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in good working condition, but also helps the environment. The Plan supplements your dealer/ retailer for details. Maintenance Schedule Introduction This maintenance section applies to maintain your vehicle properly. Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help protect ...
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...oil life system is possible that you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may be reset. Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was performed. It is ever reset accidentally, you or anyone else drives the vehicle. All... and at all necessary repairs done before you must be required more since your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in some cases, Maintenance II may not indicate that service is recommended that your engine oil and filter must be changed . However, in...
...oil life system is possible that you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may be reset. Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was performed. It is ever reset accidentally, you or anyone else drives the vehicle. All... and at all necessary repairs done before you must be required more since your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in some cases, Maintenance II may not indicate that service is recommended that your engine oil and filter must be changed . However, in...
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...uid and filter (severe service). The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I Maintenance II • • Additional Required Services This maintenance section applies to vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) only. See Engine Air...Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for loose or damaged components. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. See footnote (n). Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator: Replace engine air cleaner ...
...uid and filter (severe service). The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I Maintenance II • • Additional Required Services This maintenance section applies to vehicles with GVWR above 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) only. See Engine Air...Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for loose or damaged components. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. See footnote (n). Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator: Replace engine air cleaner ...
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...replaced if they could be lubricated unless their temperature is recommended at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at least once a year. (d) Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or...maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. † The U.S. Inspect all recommended maintenance services be recorded. # Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Maintenance Footnotes (Gasoline Engine) This maintenance section applies to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Control arm ball joints on 1500...
...replaced if they could be lubricated unless their temperature is recommended at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at least once a year. (d) Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or...maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. † The U.S. Inspect all recommended maintenance services be recorded. # Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Maintenance Footnotes (Gasoline Engine) This maintenance section applies to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Control arm ball joints on 1500...
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...oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for your vehicle's engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. Hydraulic Brake Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake ... or lubricant Lubrication meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. Front Axle 80W-90 (1500 Series) - If your dealer/retailer. Automatic DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid. U.S. 12377985, in System Canada 89021186). Axle Lubricant...
...oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for your vehicle's engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. Hydraulic Brake Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake ... or lubricant Lubrication meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. Front Axle 80W-90 (1500 Series) - If your dealer/retailer. Automatic DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid. U.S. 12377985, in System Canada 89021186). Axle Lubricant...
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... your profile, subscribe to E-News and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. Here are a few of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Specific vehicle information can save information...
... your profile, subscribe to E-News and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. Here are a few of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers/retailers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Specific vehicle information can save information...
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... an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. 7-15 The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for current and past model GM vehicles. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to provide basic operational information about the...
... an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. 7-15 The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for current and past model GM vehicles. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to provide basic operational information about the...