Market Segment:
Heavy-duty pickup truck
Competitors:
Ford F-Series Super Duty, Dodge Ram Heavy Duty
Vehicle Purpose:
Designed for heavy-duty towing, hauling, and commercial applications.
Manual Value:
Provides factory-level diagnostic and repair information, essential for proper maintenance and troubleshooting of this robust vehicle.
Systems Covered:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Electrical, HVAC, Body, Emissions, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
Estimated Page Count:
Over 3000 pages (typical for full service manuals of this era)
Manual Type:
Factory Service Manual / Repair Manual
Powertrain:
Detailed coverage of gasoline and diesel engines, including diagnosis, repair, and overhaul. Transmission repair for automatic and manual transmissions. Drivetrain component repair (differentials, axles, driveshafts).
Chassis:
Complete suspension and steering system diagnosis and repair procedures. Brake system servicing, including ABS and hydraulic components. Wheel and tire specifications.
Electrical:
Comprehensive wiring diagrams, component location charts, diagnostic procedures for all electrical systems, including lighting, power accessories, ignition, and charging.
Body And HVAC:
Body panel repair, door mechanisms, interior trim, glass replacement. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system diagnosis and repair.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance intervals, fluid and filter replacement procedures, lubrication points, belt and hose inspection and replacement.
Diagnostics:
Step-by-step diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon problems, including symptom-based troubleshooting guides and wiring diagram interpretation.
Repair And Overhaul:
Detailed instructions for component removal, disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, and installation for all major vehicle systems.
Specifications:
Torque specifications for critical fasteners, clearances, fluid capacities, alignment specifications, and diagnostic parameter values.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance and fluid changes to full engine and transmission rebuilds. Includes advanced diagnostic routines and troubleshooting for complex electrical and mechanical issues.
Engine Options:
6.0L V8 Power Stroke Turbo Diesel (International VT365), 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel (LLY/LBZ variants), 8.1L V8 Vortec Gasoline
Diesel Horsepower Range:
Approximately 300-360 hp
Diesel Torque Range:
Approximately 520-650 lb-ft
Gasoline Horsepower:
Approximately 323 hp @ 4000 rpm (8.1L Vortec)
Gasoline Torque:
Approximately 445 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm (8.1L Vortec)
Diesel Injection:
Common Rail Diesel Injection (CRDI)
Gasoline Injection:
Electronic Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Standard Transmission:
6-Speed Allison 1000 Automatic (Diesel models), 5-Speed Manual (Gasoline models)
Optional Transmission:
4-Speed Automatic (some gasoline models)
Automatic Features:
Tow/Haul mode, electronic control, integrated park pawl
Wheelbase Options:
133.0" (Regular Cab), 153.0" (Extended Cab), 167.0" (Crew Cab)
Bed Length Options:
8.2 ft (Long Bed), 6.5 ft (Short Bed)
Gvwr Range:
Up to 12,000 lbs
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 6,000 - 7,500 lbs
NHTSA Frontal Crash Rating:
5-Star (Driver and Passenger)
NHTSA Side Impact Rating:
5-Star (Front and Rear Passenger)
Traction Control:
Standard
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Airbags:
Frontal airbags for driver and passenger, available side-impact airbags
Infotainment System:
Optional AM/FM stereo with CD player, MP3 capability, and auxiliary input. Bose premium audio available on higher trims.
Trailer Brake Controller:
Optional integrated trailer brake controller
Parking Assist:
Available rear parking assist sensors
Bluetooth Audio:
Available on select trim levels and infotainment systems.
Oil Change Interval Gasoline:
5,000-7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (synthetic blend recommended)
Oil Change Interval Diesel:
5,000-7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (specific diesel oil required)
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 50,000-100,000 miles depending on duty cycle (refer to manual for specific fluid types and capacities)
Engine Oil Gasoline:
SAE 5W-30 (API SM or newer)
Engine Oil Diesel:
SAE 15W-40 (API CJ-4 or newer recommended for 6.6L Duramax)
Coolant:
Dex-Cool (Orange, long-life) ethylene glycol-based coolant
Transmission Fluid Auto:
Dexron VI (for most GM automatics of this era)
Diesel Egr Cooler:
Potential for EGR cooler failure in some 6.6L Duramax engines.
Head Gaskets 6 0 Diesel:
The 6.0L Power Stroke diesel is known for potential head gasket issues.
Injector Problems Diesel:
Injector failures can occur in diesel engines, especially with fuel quality concerns.
Chevrolet Truck Legacy:
Chevrolet has a long-standing reputation for producing durable and capable trucks since the 1930s.
Silverado History:
The Silverado nameplate replaced the C/K line in 1999. The 2007 model year represents the first year of the third generation (GMT900 platform), introducing significant styling and engineering updates.
Platform Generation:
GMT900 platform (2007-2013)
