Service and Maintenance -> Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI) for your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2018-2025
Service and Maintenance
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Vehicles that are regularly used for short
trips of 6 km (4 mi) or less.
output seals. High pressure water can
overcome the seals and contaminate the
transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluid will
decrease the life of the transfer case and/
or axles and should be replaced.
The technician will perform the following
checks on your vehicle. For a complete list
of checks, inspections, and services, see your
dealer.
The oil life indicator will show you when
to change the oil and filter. Under severe
conditions the indicator may come on
before 12 000 km (7,500 mi).
Some items may not apply to your vehicle
and/or region.
Owner Checks and Services
Every Five Years
Replace brake fluid.
* Footnote: Under extreme driving
conditions listed above, it may be
necessary to replace your spark plugs at
more frequent intervals. For further
assistance in determining the most
suitable service maintenance intervals for
your vehicle, please contact your
authorized GM Dealer.
Diagnostics
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OnStar active, if equipped
Service history/recall check
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Every Seven Years
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Replace Air Conditioning Desiccant every
seven years. The air conditioning system
requires maintenance every seven years.
This service requires replacement of the
desiccant to help the longevity and
efficient operation of the air conditioning
system. This service can be complex. See
your dealer.
Engine Oil and Filter
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Engine oil
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Oil life monitor
‐ Reset oil life monitor
Extreme service is for vehicles mainly
driven off-road in four-wheel drive or used
in farming, mining, forestry, or snow
plowing.
Exterior Lights
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Visual inspection
Windshield and Wipers
Additional Required Services — Severe
Service
Multi-Point Vehicle
Inspection (MPVI)
A Multi Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI)
completed by a GM dealer technician is a
maintenance assessment of your vehicle.
The benefit of the MPVI is to identify and
inform the customer of service items that
require immediate attention and those that
may require attention in the future.
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Visual inspection
Every 72 000 km (45,000 mi)
Battery
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Change automatic transmission fluid and
filter.
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Battery visual inspection
Battery test results
Battery cables and connections
Every 80 500 km (50,000 mi)
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Change transfer case fluid, if equipped
with 4WD. Do not directly power wash
the transfer case and/or front/rear axle
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Service and Maintenance
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Passenger compartment air filter,
if equipped
Engine air filter
Hoses
Belts
Systems, Fluids, and Visible Leak
Inspection
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Engine oil
Transmission
Drive axle
Transfer case
Engine cooling system
Power steering, if equipped
Fuel system
Shocks and struts
Steering components
Axle boots or driveshaft and u-joints
Compartment lift struts, if equipped
Floor mats secured, no interference with
pedals
Windshield washer fluid
Tire Inspection
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Horn
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Tire pressure, tread depth, and wear
Rotation, if applicable
Alignment check, optional
Reset tire pressure monitor
Check tire sealant expiration date,
if equipped
Ignition lock, if equipped
Starter switch
Evaporative control system
Lubricate
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Chassis components
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Check spare tire, if equipped
Special Application Services
Brakes
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Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only:
Lubricate chassis components every oil
change.
Check brake system
Visible and Functional Inspections
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Have underbody flushing service
performed. See "Underbody Maintenance"
in Exterior Care 0 406.
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Seat belt components
Exhaust system
Accelerator pedal





