Service Intervals & Specifications

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Service Intervals & Specifications
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REPLACEMENT INTERVALS

Component Miles
Air Filter 30,000
Accessory Drive Belt (1)
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2) 100,000
Engine Coolant (3) 100,000
Fuel Filter 100,000
Manual Transaxle Fluid (4)
Oil & Filter (5)
Passenger Compartment Filter 12,000
Spark Plugs 100,000
Timing Belt (3.0L) 100,000
(1) Check and replace as necessary.
(2) If used under severe service conditions, replace every 50,000 miles.
(3) Use only DEX-COOL® coolant or equivalent silicate-free coolant.
(4) Periodic replacement is not required.
(5) If used under severe conditions, replace every 3000 miles. If used under normal conditions, replace as indicated by CHANGE OIL SOON light or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
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