Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 6.7L Diesel Engine 6500XD (GMNA-Localizing-
U.S.-15749874) - 2022 - CRC - 12/2/21
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Vehicle Care
Brake Lines and Pipes
Inspection
With the steering wheel turned fully to the
left, check the left front brake line and pipe
visually and by touch, making sure that
they are free of scratches, cracks and
bulging. Also make sure that the line and
pipe do not interfere with any chassis part
or wheel, and that their joints are not
leaking and are free of any type of damage.
Check the right front brake line and pipe in
the same way. The rear left and right brake
lines and pipes should also be checked in
the same manner.
Drum Brakes
If the brake shoe linings wear out beyond
their usable limit, not only will the brake
performance be impaired, but brake
components could also fail.
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Warning
Do not drive with brake shoe linings
worn out. Excessively worn brake shoe
linings may cause breakdown of brake
components and poor braking
performance and may result in a crash.
Battery - North America
Working Near Battery
The batteries are located on the outboard
side of the left frame rail, behind the cab.
The batteries are in a carrier with the
cover (2) retained by spring clips (1).
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Danger
Follow the precautions listed in the jump
starting Danger (see "When the Battery is
Discharged") when working on or near
the battery. Personal injury (particularly
to eyes) or property damage may result
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Danger (Continued)
from battery explosion, battery fluid or
electrical (short circuit) burns. You and
others could be seriously injured or killed.
Do not disconnect either battery for at least
15 minutes after turning the engine control
switch to the "LOCK" position. Otherwise,
the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system may
be damaged.
Checking the Battery
Your new vehicle is equipped with
maintenance free batteries. They need no
periodic electrolyte level maintenance. Its
top is permanently sealed (except for two
small vent holes) and has no filler caps. You
will never have to add water. Remember to
check and recharge the battery as necessary,
as well as keep connection clean.
The hydrometer (green-eye test indicator) in
the top of each battery (if equipped)
provides information for testing
purposes only.
If the vehicle is not going to be driven for
30 days or longer, disconnect the ground
cable from the negative (
–
) terminal of the
batteries to prevent discharge.