CHEVROLET 2011 Avalanche - Manual (Page 464)

Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2011
11-4 Service and Maintenance
. Engine air cleaner filter
inspection. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑16.
. Brake system inspection
(or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first).
. Steering and suspension
inspection. Visual inspection for
damaged, loose, or missing
parts or signs of wear.
. Lubricate the front suspension,
steering linkage, and parking
brake cable guides. Control arm
ball joints are maintenance‐free.
. Body hinges and latches, key
lock cylinders, folding seat
hardware, midgate hinges, and
tailgate hinges, linkage, and
handle pivot points lubrication.
See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11‑7. More
frequent lubrication may be
required when the vehicle is
exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone
grease on weatherstrips with a
clean cloth makes them last
longer, seal better, and not stick
or squeak.
. Restraint system components
check. See Safety System
Check on page 3‑26.
. Fuel system inspection for
damage or leaks.
. Exhaust system and nearby heat
shields inspection for loose or
damaged components.
Additional Required Services
Every 12 000 km/7,500 Miles
. Rotate tires. Tires should be
rotated every 12 000 km/
7,500 miles. See Tire Rotation
on page 10‑62.
At Each Fuel Stop
. Engine oil level check. See
Engine Oil on page 10‑8.
. Engine coolant level check. See
Engine Coolant on page 10‑18.
. Windshield washer fluid level
check. See Washer Fluid on
page 10‑26.