Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service Intervals

How Often Should I Service My Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a truck that's built to work hard. However, even a tough truck like the Silverado needs a checkup every so often to make sure its components are safe and working correctly. Your Chevrolet Silverado maintenance schedule can be found in the owner's manual that comes with the car. Although the auto industry has general guidelines for when to service vehicles, your owner's manual has the most accurate schedule based on the model and trim that you drive. Chevrolet Silverado service intervals typically start at 5,000 miles with oil changes and tire rotations. More comprehensive service is added from that point on.

7,500-Mile Service

The first major mileage-based checkup for your Silverado starts at 7,500 miles. The tires will be fully inspected at this point, including a check for tire pressure and tread wear. If the tires are wearing unevenly, they'll be rotated as well. For safety reasons, the truck's brakes will get a physical inspection at 7,500 miles, and the parking brake will be inspected to ensure proper function. The Chevy's fuel system and exhaust system get an inspection at this time, too. The gas strut will be checked, and a mechanic will make sure the starter switch is working correctly. If you have an automatic transmission, the shift lock control function gets checked as well. A Chevy mechanic will also look at the ignition transmission lock and check the accelerator pedal.

22,500-Mile Service

Your Chevy's next primary service occurs at 22,500 miles. Depending on when the tires were last rotated, and the car's oil was changed, those services may be added to the list. Additionally, the truck will get the air filter in its cabin replaced. If you drive a Silverado with four-wheel drive, the transfer case fluid may also be replaced.

45,000-Mile Service

The Chevy Silverado gets more services at this time. The engine air filter will be checked and replaced, along with the fuel filter. The transmission fluid and filter are changed at 45,000 miles for trucks with an automatic transmission.

97,500-Mile Service

Along with checking the oil and tires, a mechanic will perform more services as your Chevy Silverado ages. The 97,500-mile service checkup includes a replacement of the spark plugs. Your mechanic also gives the truck a general physical inspection to ensure all parts are working correctly.

To schedule service for your Chevrolet Silverado 1500, contact our dealership today.