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2003 Chevrolet Silverado C 2WD CNG

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2003 Silverado C 2WD CNG.

Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2003 Chevrolet Silverado C 2WD CNG takes 4.5 qt of 5W-30 engine oil and is EPA-rated at 10/11/10 mpg city/highway/combined.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque140 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy10/11/10 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 78 · 600 CCA battery, OE oil filter 12731172. Note the factory fuel filter is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 78 · 600 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter12731172 alt 25322835
Engine air filter22845992 alt 15908916
Fuel filter25171792 discontinued · alt 15173334
Spark plug12621258 alt 12681665
Front wiper blades15214346
Serpentine belt12576447 alt 12637204
Thermostat12600171 alt 12632948

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length243.7 in
Overall width79.5 in
Overall height71.3 in
Wheelbase157.5 in
Curb weight4643 lb
Track (front / rear)65 / 66.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined10 / 11 / 10 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, SAE 75W · Synthetic in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 140 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSAE 75W · Synthetic
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.83 qt
Differential Gear OilSAE 75W · Synthetic
Differential Gear OilSAE 75W · Synthetic
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.83 qt
Engine CoolantDEX-COOL OR EQUIVALENT
Engine Oil5W-30 · API

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts70 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts260 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts189 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts28 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head BoltsBolts: 26 ft-lbs, nuts: 12 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)110.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket70.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle70.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket70.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts140 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub177 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-6-5-4-3-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.060 in
Spark Plug Torque11-14 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.060 in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.60 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity8.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number78
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca
Optional BCI Group Number78
Optional BCI Cranking Performance770 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test20 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief15 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature188-206 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum62.0 psi
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)55-62
RPM45-59 @ Idle rpm
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum62.0 psi
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)55-62

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket80 ft-lbs / 31 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket80 ft-lbs / 31 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket80 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket80 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.030; Rear: 0.030 specification
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.001 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.14 in / 0.787 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
122 lb ft
2M11 Bolts90 degrees
3M11 Bolts in Sequence-Excluding the Medium Length Bolts at the Front and Rear of Each Cylinder Head90 degrees
450
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep M11 Bolts 1-10

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
3bolts 1-8 90 degrees90 degrees
4bolts 9and10 50 degrees; M8 Bolts50 degrees
122 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep M11 Bolts 1-10

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
3bolts 1-8 90 degrees90 degrees
4bolts 9and10 50 degrees; M8 Bolts50 degrees
122 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.7 ft. lbs., step 2: 5.9 ft. lbs., step 3: 8.83.7 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Underbody (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAir Filter Restriction Gauge (inspect) · Air Intake System (inspect) · Fuel Filter (replace) · Radiator Fan Assembly (inspect) · Underbody Splash Shield (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
Every 60,000 miFuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 200,000 miTransmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2003 Silverado C 2WD CNG take?

4.5 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

What gas mileage does the Silverado C 2WD CNG get?

EPA figures are 10 city / 11 highway / 10 combined mpg.