Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 4500 2019 Series Owner's Manual page 281

280 Service and Maintenance
Owner Checks and
Services
Before Driving
Proper care and driving is important
not only for extended service life of
your vehicle, but also for improved
fuel and oil economy. Drive carefully
and defensively. Be sure you know
how to use your truck and its
equipment before operating it.
Starting and Operating
Proper care and operation will not
only extend the service life of your
vehicle but also improve fuel
economy.
Check Around the Vehicle Before
Starting the Engine
Before pulling away, perform a
thorough safety check, making sure
there are no children or obstructions
around the vehicle.
Take off the chocks after confirming
that the parking brake is securely
applied. Sit behind the wheel, adjust
the seat position, and buckle up the
seat belt. The passengers are also
required to buckle up the seat belts.
Adjust the positions of the steering
wheel and mirrors. Lock the doors.
Turn the power of the dome light or
accessories OFF before starting the
engine.
Engine Conditions
Checking the Engine for
Startability and Abnormal Noises
1. Make sure the parking brake is
securely engaged. Step firmly
on the brake pedal.
2. Make sure the selector lever is
in "P" or "N" position.
For safety, firmly press the
brake pedal before starting the
engine.
3. Turn the engine control switch
to start the engine.
Check that the engine starts
quickly with no abnormal
noises.
Checking Condition of the Engine
at Low Speeds and during
Acceleration
1. Make sure the transmission is
in the "P" or "N" position and
the parking brake is securely
engaged.
2. Turn the engine control switch
to start the engine, and run it to
warm up.
3. Check that the engine is
running at a speed within the
standard idle speed range.
4. Drive the vehicle, making sure
the accelerator pedal does not
stick when gradually
accelerating, the engine speed
rises smoothly and it does not
knock.
Recommended Daily
(Pre-operation) Inspections
These checks are in addition to, not
instead of, any legally required daily
inspections. See related topics
under "Maintenance Schedule",
especially if problems are found.