Chevrolet C6H042, Owner'S Manual

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(7) = Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook
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up,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake
pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Check
brake pedal for excessive free play or travel (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first) and have serviced if
needed. Check brakes more often if driving habits and
conditions result in frequent braking.
(8) = Inspect hydraulic parking brake drum and linings
for wear or cracks and check linkage and adjustment.
Check spring brake actuator and pump for leaks. The
spring brake section of the actuator is non
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serviceable.
(9) = This vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor.
This monitor will show you when to change the engine
oil and filter
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usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km)
and 7,500 miles (12 500 km) since your last oil change.
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on
before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle
more than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months
without an oil and filter change.
Remember to reset the Oil Life Monitor whenever the
oil is changed. For more information, see “Change Oil
Light” in the Index.
(10) = Check clutch pedal for free travel. Press pedal
by hand until resistance is felt. Free travel should be
maintained at 1.5 to 2 inches (38 to 51 mm) measured
at the clutch pedal pad. Make checks at 3,000 miles
(5 000 km) and 6,000 miles (10 000 km) and then
every 6,000 miles (10 000 km) thereafter.
(11) = Inspect rear axle air shift motor for fluid leaks.
Remove plug to check fluid level. Inspect air lines and
hoses for proper hook
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up, binding, leaks, etc. Inspect at
3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 24,000 miles (40 000 km)
and then every 24,000 miles (40 000 km) thereafter.
(12) = Chassis Lubrication Service: Lubricate all grease
fittings in front suspension, front axle, steering linkage
and steering gear at output shaft sleeve bearing.
DO NOT lubricate kingpin bushings or steering gear
output shaft sleeve bearing with air pressure equipment;
instead, use a hand grease gun to ensure complete
purge and eliminate sealer cap distortion. Lubricate
transmission and shift linkage, hood latches and
hood hinges, parking brake lever pivot, clevis pins
and linkage, disc brake caliper rails, clutch linkage and
release bearing (if equipped), propeller shaft slip joint,
universal joint, brake camshaft bracket, slack adjusters,
pedal shaft, clutch cross shaft and clutch pedal springs.
Lubricate suspension, axle and steering linkage more
often when operating under dusty or muddy conditions
and in excessive off
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road use.