Manual Transmission; Fluid; Hydraulic Clutch; Engine Air Cleaner/Filter - Chevrolet silverado 2012 Owner's Manual

10-18 Vehicle Care

Manual Transmission

Fluid

It is not necessary to check the
manual transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only
reason for fluid loss. If a leak
occurs, take the vehicle to your
dealer service department and have
it repaired as soon as possible. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11 13 for the
proper fluid to use.

Hydraulic Clutch

It is not necessary to regularly
check brake/clutch fluid unless you
suspect there is a leak in the
system. Adding fluid will not correct
a leak. A fluid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the
system inspected and repaired.
When to Check and What
to Use
The brake/hydraulic clutch fluid
reservoir cap has this symbol on it.
The common hydraulic clutch and
brake master cylinder fluid reservoir
is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as
indicated on the reservoir cap. See
Engine Compartment Overview on
page 10 6 for reservoir location.
How to Check and Add Fluid
Visually check the brake/clutch fluid
reservoir to make sure the fluid level
is at the MIN (minimum) line on the
side of the reservoir. The brake/
hydraulic clutch fluid system should
be closed and sealed.
Do not remove the cap to check the
fluid level or to top off the fluid level.
Remove the cap only when
necessary to add the proper fluid
until the level reaches the MIN line.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

If the vehicle has a diesel engine,
see Pickup Models under Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter in the Duramax
Diesel Supplement for the correct
inspection and replacement
procedures.
See Engine Compartment Overview
on page 10 6 for the location of the
engine air cleaner/filter.
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