GMC 2003 C4C042, Owner'S Manual, Page: 363 / 386

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(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 1,000 miles
(1 600 km) and then at every 7,500 mile (12 000 km)
interval 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 22,500 miles (36 000 km)
and then every 22,500 miles (36 000 km) thereafter.
(12) = Chassis Lubrication Service: Lubricate all grease
fittings in front suspension, front axle and steering
linkage. DO NOT lubricate kingpin bushings 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), bearing pads,
propshaft universal joints, 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.
(13) = Check steering system:
j Look for damaged, loose or missing parts. Also look
for parts showing signs of wear or lack of lubrication.
Replace parts as needed. Also check steering gear
mounting bolts, pitman arm nut, gear housing upper
cover and side cover attaching bolts, steering column
mounting bolts and cardan joint clamp bolts; tighten
if necessary. (See service manual.)
j Inspect power steering hoses, tubes and fittings for
leaks. Hoses and lines must not be twisted, kinked or
tightly bent. Make sure clips, clamps, supporting
tubes and hoses are in place and properly secured.
j Check steering gear for leakage around pitman shaft
and housing. If leakage is evident (lubricant oozing
out, not just oily film), leak should be corrected
immediately.
(14) = Check front and rear suspension. Look for
damaged, loose or missing parts or parts showing signs
of wear or lack of lubrication. Replace parts as needed.