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Chevrolet Scheduled Maintenance Procedures

  • Rotate and Inspect tires
  • Inspect Accelerator pedal
  • Inspect Accessory drive belt
  • Inspect Air intake system
  • Inspect Automatic transmission shift linkage
  • Inspect Brake fluid, brake lines and hoses
  • Inspect Brake rotors, drums, pads, shoes
  • Inspect Brake system
  • Inspect CV-joint boots & axle seals
  • Inspect Cooling fan operation
  • Inspect Cooling system hoses and clamps
  • Inspect EVAP system
  • Inspect Engine air cleaner filter
  • Inspect Engine coolant and washer fluid
  • Inspect Fluid leaks
  • Inspect Front & rear driveshaft slip-yoke
  • Inspect Front/rear axle fluid level
  • Inspect Parking brake system
  • Inspect Power steering fluid
  • Inspect Restraint system components
  • Inspect Shields & underhood insulation
  • Inspect Steering linkage
  • Inspect Suspension and steering components
  • Inspect Suspension components
  • Inspect Throttle system
  • Inspect Transfer case fluid level
  • Inspect Transfer case shift lever
  • Inspect Transmission fluid level
  • Inspect Wiper blades
  • Inspect/Lubricate Body components
  • Inspect/Lubricate Chassis & suspension
  • Inspect/Lubricate chassis & suspension
  • Replace Air cleaner filter
  • Replace Automatic transmission fluid & filter
  • Replace Brake fluid
  • Replace Cabin air filter
  • Replace Engine coolant
  • Replace Engine oil & filter
  • Replace Spark plugs

Chevrolet Maintenance Procedures - Common Additional Services

Chevrolet Air Filter Replacement

The air filter accumulates dust and debris and should be replaced to protect the engine and maximize fuel economy. For optimal engine performance and longevity, replace every 1 year or 15,000 miles.

Chevrolet Automatic Transmission Fluid/Filter Change

Automatic transmission fluid becomes heat fatigued and accumulates moisture over time which can lead to automatic transmission damage if not serviced regularly. The filter should be replaced at this time a well. This service should be performed every 2 years or 30,000 miles.

Chevrolet Brake Fluid Replacement/Flush

Brake fluid accumulates moisture and contamination from component wear over time and unless replaced every 30,000 miles or 2 years, can cause brake system damage.

Chevrolet Coolant Replacement/Flush

Engine coolant breaks down, gets rusty and becomes contaminated with debris from component wear over time and can cause engine or cooling system damage if not replaced every 2 years or 30,0000 miles.

Chevrolet Spark Plug Replacement

Spark Plug terminals wear down over time and can lead to engine misfires and increased exhaust emissions. Replace according to the vehicle manufacturers recommended replacement interval.

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Chevrolet Scheduled Maintenance Parts

In order to run, the engine needs a precise mixture of fuel and air. When outside air is drawn into the engine, the air filter prevents harmful dirt and debris from entering the system.
Automatic transmission fluid is a lightweight oil that is used to operate the hydraulic mechanisms in an automatic transmission, provide lubrication, and act as a coolant for the transmission. When new, it's usually a cranberry red color.
Brake fluid is a specially formulated fluid that transmits the pressure generated by the master cylinder to the calipers and/or wheel cylinders when the brake pedal is pressed. 
The cabin air filter prevents dust, pollen, and other debris from entering the passenger compartment through the climate control (HVAC) system.
Coolant is the fluid that flows through the engine’s cooling system. Its main purpose is to transfer heat generated by the engine to the radiator so the engine doesn’t overheat.
Engine oil provides lubrication for all internal moving parts of an engine. It also helps conduct heat away from these components.
The oil drain plug gasket seals the oil drain plug where it connects to the oil pan.
The engine oil filter removes contaminants from the engine oil before it circulates throughout the engine.
The spark plug uses the energy produced by the ignition coil to generate the spark necessary to ignite the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber. The platinum/iridium spark plug uses harder metals on the electrodes, which increases their life to over 100,000 miles in most applications.
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Chevrolet Scheduled Maintenance Questions and Answers

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What is the recommended maintenance schedule for the Metro? (1 answer)
2000 Chevrolet Metro, Bill W, Ann Arbor, MI
2000 Chevrolet Metro

I've inherited a Chevy Metro with 75K miles. It appears to be in good shape. I'd like to get it into the recommended maintenance schedule, but I've not found that schedule on the Chevy web site.
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Maintenance Schedule (1 answer)
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier, Harv, Frederick, MD
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier

What is the recommended maintenance for this car, especially major items such as Drive Train?
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (1 answer)
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer, Visitor, Amarillo, TX
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer

What does the 60,000 mile maintenance consist of?
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2003 Chevrolet Venture, DFD, Sumas, WA
2003 Chevrolet Venture

Does this van have a timing belt or chain that needs to be replaced as general maintenance?
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50K Maintenance (1 answer)
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe, antbanks1992, Greensboro, NC
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe

Do I need to change my transmission,coolant,rear differential, or any other fluids other than my oil at 50,000 miles? What is really neccessary at 50,000 miles maintenance wise?
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