At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000
Miles (160, 1 600 and 10 000km)
Check dual wheel nut torque. For proper torque, see
Capacities and Specifications on page 5-132.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil
if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-20 for
further details.
Notice: It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL
®
coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine
Coolant on page 5-35 for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are
inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check
your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-74 for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. Push, pull and then try to rotate or turn
the spare tire. If it moves, tighten it. See Changing a
Flat Tire on page 5-93.
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Summary of Contents for Silverado 2004
Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...
Page 80: ...United States without Passenger Sensing System Canada with Passenger Sensing System 1 74 ...
Page 92: ... NOTES 1 86 ...
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Page 168: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...
Page 202: ...Canada with Passenger Sensing System Canada without Passenger Sensing System 3 38 ...
Page 414: ...When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine you will see the following 5 18 ...
Page 490: ...Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Regular Cab and Crew Cab Extended Cab 5 94 ...
Page 497: ...Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Front Position All Other Models 5 101 ...
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