Chevrolet Silverado: Vehicle Checks / Four-Wheel Drive
Transfer Case
When to Check Lubricant
Refer to Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check the lubricant.

- Fill Plug
- Drain Plug
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug (1) hole, located on the transfer
case, some lubricant will need to be added. Add enough lubricant to raise the level
to the bottom of the fill plug (1) hole. Use care not to overtighten the plug.
When to Change Lubricant
Refer to Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant.
What to Use
Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants to determine what kind of lubricant
to use.
The original equipment battery is maintenance free. Do not remove the cap and
do not add fluid.
Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new
battery is needed...
Front Axle
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check the front axle fluid unless a leak is
suspected or an unusual noise is heard...
Other information:
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the vehicle's propulsion power is reduced. A reduction
in propulsion power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message
is on, but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your destination...
If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end
crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an
amber indicator, , when a nearby pedestrian
is detected ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB provides
a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat...
Categories
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position.
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the
vehicle is started.

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