Chevrolet 2009 Kodiak Owner's Manual page 335

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(4) = Applies to vehicles sold in the United States and is
recommended for vehicles sold in Canada.
(5) = Check fluidlevel in brake master cylinder, power
steering pump, front and rear axles, transmission, and
hydraulic spring parking brake pump (if equipped). A low
fluid level in the brake master cylinder can indicate worn
brake linings and should be checked accordingly.
(6) = Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc
brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.
Inspect caliper assemblies. 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.
(7) = Check for filter ash, sensor adjustment, and
sensor hose restriction. Clean as needed. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer
perform this service.
(8) = This vehicle has the Engine Oil Life System. This
system will show you when to change the engine oil
and filter — usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
7,500 miles (12 000 km) since your last oil change.
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come
on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your
gasoline engine vehicle more than 7,500 miles
(12 000 km) or 12 months without an oil and filter
change.
Remember to reset the Engine Oil Life System
whenever the oil is changed. For more information, see
Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-35
or Engine Oil Life System (DURAMAX/Isuzu Diesel
Engines) on page 5-36 or Engine Oil Life System
(Caterpillar Diesel Engine) on page 5-38.
(9) = This vehicle has the Engine Oil Life System. This
system will show you when to change the engine oil
and filter — usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
15,000 miles (24 000 km) since your last oil change.
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come
on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your
diesel engine vehicle more than 15,000 miles
(24 000 km), or 12 months, or 750 engine hours,
without an oil and filter change.
Remember to reset the Engine Oil Life System
whenever the oil is changed. For more information, see
Engine Oil Life System (Gasoline Engine) on page 5-35
or Engine Oil Life System (DURAMAX/Isuzu Diesel
Engines) on page 5-36 or Engine Oil Life System
(Caterpillar Diesel Engine) on page 5-38.
(10) = Inspect rear axle air shift motor for fluid leaks.
Remove plug to check fluid level. Inspect air lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, etc.
Inspect at 1,000 miles (1 600 km) and 22,500 miles
(36 000 km) and then every 22,500 miles (36 000 km)
thereafter.
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