Car Model History

First Silverado 1500 design · Original nameplate and Classic overlap · 1999–2007

2005Chevrolet Silverado

The standalone name arrived for 1999; a Silverado Classic owner manual documents the outgoing truck in the 2007 transition year.

First Silverado 1500 design · Original nameplate and Classic overlap

White 2003–2005 Chevrolet Silverado Extended Cab Fleetside, representative photograph with unidentified equipment
Representative generation photograph ·

Photo: “2003-2005 Chevrolet Silverado -- 09-03-2010.jpg” by IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons — Public domain. Responsive display crop; representative 2003–2005 Extended Cab Fleetside, not proof of exact year, box length, trim, engine, transmission or drive.

Quick facts

Engines
2offeredVortec 5300 V8 (LM7) → Vortec 5300 V8 (L33) — specified CK15753 application requiring the Light Duty Power Package (PDU), which is not available with the Z83 Solid Smooth Ride suspension package, excluding NYS four-wheel steering
Top output
310hpVortec 5300 V8 (L33) — specified CK15753 application requiring the Light Duty Power Package (PDU), which is not available with the Z83 Solid Smooth Ride suspension package, excluding NYS four-wheel steering

Body stylesExtended Cab Fleetside standard box · Extended Cab Fleetside long box · Crew Cab Fleetside short box

The 2005 model year

Overview

The 2005 Silverado 1500 retained its cab-and-box family while adding specific powertrain and convenience choices. Chevrolet expanded the retail availability of the half-ton hybrid, which its product information says had been introduced during the 2004 model year. The higher-output L33 5300 V8 is a separate identification point: the January ordering edition assigns it to a particular four-wheel-drive LT Extended Cab standard-box application, while the documented long-box and Crew Cab LT rows retain LM7. A 5.3-liter description alone does not distinguish these engines. The inspected tables record 295 hp for LM7 and 310 hp for L33 at 5,200 rpm; they do not establish the gross/net convention. These are source-recorded figures, not normalized ratings.

Specifications

Engines
  • Vortec 5300 V8 (LM7)295 hp
  • Vortec 5300 V8 (L33) — specified CK15753 application requiring the Light Duty Power Package (PDU), which is not available with the Z83 Solid Smooth Ride suspension package, excluding NYS four-wheel steering310 hp
Transmissions
M30 four-speed automatic with overdrive and tow/haul — documented six LT offerings; exact gearbox model and ratios not assigned
Body styles
Extended Cab Fleetside standard box, Extended Cab Fleetside long box, Crew Cab Fleetside short box

Year over year

What changed

  • Expanded retail hybrid availability followed the hybrid introduction during the 2004 model year.
  • A higher-output 5300 V8 was offered for the specified four-wheel-drive Extended Cab standard-box application.
  • Sunroof availability retained late-2004 timing and equipment conditions; it was not universal equipment.
  • Ordinary 1500 wheel and brake changes were separate from the Heavy Duty hood and grille changes.

Worth knowing

Notable

  • The selection covers six documented LT Fleetside configurations from the January 21, 2005 ordering edition. Other trims, hybrid, SS, HD, regional packages and optional steering combinations remain outside this selection.
  • The CK15753 L33 row requires the Light Duty Power Package (PDU), which is not available with the Z83 Solid Smooth Ride suspension package, and excludes NYS four-wheel steering. Its LM7 alternative with NYS is a different conditional application and is not silently merged into the L33 record.
  • Ownership covers selected same-year gasoline oil/air services, routine inspections, chassis and tire care, conditional transmission/transfer-case service, fuel/exhaust/evaporative inspections, plugs/wires, coolant and belt inspection. It is not a complete equipment-specific maintenance checklist. Follow the full original manual and verify actual equipment; Allison, manual-transmission, dual-wheel, diesel and other optional hardware instructions remain separate. Four-wheel drive alone does not identify an automatic transfer case. Current catalog references are distinguished from period replacement numbers.

Maintenance & service parts

Keep your 2005 Silverado on the road

Start with the service interval, then match the engine or exact version you own. Order links appear only when a catalog-backed part number is available, and every listing still needs a fitment check.

Service desk

What this car needs & when

Use this as a service-planning checklist for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.

Service topics
11
Scheduled topics
11
Applicability stated
11
Exact references
2

Before ordering Identify your engine, options and build date. Part numbers and sizes can change within one model year. Shopping links appear only for catalog-backed references; still verify the listing against your vehicle before ordering.

  • Gasoline engine oil and filterView intervals, applicability and sources

    Gasoline engine oil and filter

    Exact reference available

    Follow the gasoline Oil Life System. When the change message appears, change oil and filter within 600 miles; change at least once a year even without a message, then reset the system. If accidentally reset, change within 3,000 miles of the previous change. This is not a fixed routine mileage. Use Maintenance I when the message appears within 10 months of purchase or the last Maintenance II. Use Maintenance II after a previous Maintenance I, when the message appears 10 months or more since service, or when no message appears for a year. Generally start with I, then II, and alternate; follow the full original schedule.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Documented gasoline LM7/L33 LT configurations only; verify actual engine and equipment. No general 5.3, diesel, flexible-fuel or adjacent-year application.

    Published interval: 12 months · Annual maximum, with earlier service when the Oil Life System calls for it; message service within 600 miles.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 5-23–24 and 6-4 / PDF 415–416 and 536 · checked

    Current oil-filter application — LM7 gasoline V8

    Current ACDelco catalog application for engine LM7 / VIN T. Verify actual engine and installed part before ordering. The period manual separately lists PF46; this current PF46E application does not establish a supersession chain or present stock.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Documented gasoline LM7/L33 LT configurations only; verify actual engine and equipment. No general 5.3, diesel, flexible-fuel or adjacent-year application.

    Source: ACDelco official catalog V30E10R2, current application observed October 24, 2026 · 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT, 5.3L VIN B,T, Engine Oil Filter; first card, VIN T / LM7 · checked

    Verified ordering references

    Current oil-filter application — L33 gasoline V8

    Current ACDelco catalog application explicitly names engine L33 / VIN B. Verify actual engine and installed part before ordering. The first-edition period manual does not identify the L33 row, so its generic 5300 PF46 entry is not assigned to this engine.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Documented gasoline LM7/L33 LT configurations only; verify actual engine and equipment. No general 5.3, diesel, flexible-fuel or adjacent-year application.

    Source: ACDelco official catalog V30E10R2, current application observed October 24, 2026 · 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT, 5.3L VIN B,T, Engine Oil Filter; first card, VIN B / L33 · checked

    Verified ordering references

  • Engine-air filter and optional restriction indicatorView intervals, applicability and sources

    Engine-air filter and optional restriction indicator

    Exact reference available

    Identify whether the optional restriction indicator is fitted. These are equipment-dependent alternatives, not proof that a listed configuration has that hardware. The period owner table has inconsistent standard/high-capacity labels. Any catalog reference shown applies only to its stated application and does not establish a supersession chain or which housing is fitted.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Documented gasoline LM7/L33 LT configurations only; verify actual engine and equipment. No general 5.3, diesel, flexible-fuel or adjacent-year application.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 5-25 and 6-5–6, 6-10 / PDF 417, 537–538 and 542 · checked

    If a restriction indicator is fitted

    Inspect the indicator at every oil change. Replace the filter and reset the indicator when it is black or in the red/orange change zone. Dusty or dirty operation also requires inspection at each oil change. No fixed 50,000-mile replacement branch is assigned to this hardware.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Only when the actual restriction indicator is fitted.

    Published interval: Inspect the restriction indicator at every oil change; replace the filter and reset when black OR in the red/orange change zone. Inspect at every oil change in dusty/dirty operation; only for actual indicator-equipped hardware.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 5-25 / PDF 417; schedule footnote (p), printed 6-10 / PDF 542 · checked

    If no restriction indicator is fitted

    Inspect at Maintenance II, and at every oil change in dusty or dirty conditions. Replace at the first maintenance service after the listed 50,000-, 100,000- and 150,000-mile points. This is not an unconditional fixed routine interval or an indicator-equipped exemption inferred from another year.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Only when the actual vehicle has no restriction indicator.

    Published interval: Without a restriction indicator: inspect at Maintenance II and each dusty/dirty oil change; replace at the first Maintenance I or II after the listed 50,000-, 100,000- and 150,000-mile points. The air-cleaner section specifies the first oil change after 50,000 miles.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 5-25 and 6-6 / PDF 417 and 538 · checked

    Current catalog part application — LM7/L33 LT only

    ACDelco currently lists A3181C / GM 22845992 for the selected 2005–2006 Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L VIN B,T application. The result includes both K47 high-capacity and Except-K47 application lines; this is not proof of the truck’s fitted housing. Indicator equipment and air-cleaner capacity are separate. Verify actual engine and housing before ordering. This part reference does not introduce another service interval, prove supersession of A1519C/A1518C, or establish stock.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Current catalog application for the documented LT LM7/VIN T and L33/VIN B selection only. Verify actual engine and housing; no WT/LS/SS, unknown engine, diesel or adjacent-year inheritance.

    Source: ACDelco manufacturer catalog V30E10R2, current application observed October 24, 2026 · V30E10R2 selected 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L VIN B,T; Engine Air Filter A3181C, application years 2005–2006; product-card application and buyers guide · checked

    Verified ordering references

  • Routine owner checks and Maintenance I/II inspectionsView intervals, applicability and sources

    Routine owner checks and Maintenance I/II inspections

    Sourced interval available

    Keep the original Maintenance I/II timing and full safety procedures. These grouped checks do not establish fitted optional equipment or replace the complete manual.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-4–6, 6-8–13 / PDF 536–538, 540–545 · checked

    At each fuel fill, early wheel checks and monthly

    At each fuel fill check engine oil, coolant and washer levels using the proper fluids and original precautions. If the actual vehicle has dual wheels, check wheel-nut torque at the first 100, 1,000 and 6,000 miles using the actual torque specification; no torque value is assigned here. Monthly, check actual placard tire pressures and spare security; inspect unusual wear as needed. Follow the original spare-retention procedure.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: At each fuel fill, check the specified oil/coolant/washer levels. Only if actual dual wheels are fitted, check wheel-nut torque at the first 100, 1,000 and 6,000 miles. At least monthly, check tire pressures and spare security; inspect unusual wear as needed.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-10–11 / PDF 542–543 · checked

    Maintenance I and II common inspections

    At both Maintenance I and II, inspect for leaks or damage, inspect the brake system and check coolant/washer levels. The brake inspection covers lines, hoses, wear and the disc/drum/parking-brake components actually fitted. Fluid loss can indicate a problem: have it inspected and repaired, then recheck; do not just repeatedly top up. Tire rotation and chassis conditions appear as separate topics below.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: At both Maintenance I and Maintenance II: inspect leaks/damage and the fitted brake system; check coolant/washer levels. Investigate and repair fluid loss using the original procedures.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-5 and footnotes (a), (j), 6-8 and 6-10 / PDF 537, 540 and 542 · checked

    Maintenance II inspections and body lubrication

    At Maintenance II inspect suspension/steering, hoses, CV boots and axle seals; inspect cooling hoses/pipes/fittings/clamps, wipers and restraint hardware; lubricate fitted locks, body/seat/hood/tailgate/fuel-door hardware; check automatic transmission fluid level by the original procedure. Repair defects as directed, rather than replacing every inspected component. More frequent body lubrication may be needed in corrosive exposure. Correct weatherstrip treatment is a separate material choice. Annual cooling-system/cap pressure testing and exterior radiator/condenser cleaning are recommended by the manual.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: At Maintenance II: inspect the listed steering/suspension, cooling, wiper and restraint components; lubricate the fitted body hardware and check automatic-transmission fluid. Cooling-system/cap pressure testing and exterior radiator/condenser cleaning are recommended at least annually; corrosive exposure may require more frequent body lubrication.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-5–6 and footnotes (b)–(f), 6-9 / PDF 537–538 and 541 · checked

    Annual safety checks and spring underbody flushing

    At least annually follow the complete original starter-switch, automatic shift-lock, ignition/transmission-lock and parking-brake/Park-mechanism checks. These procedures warn that the vehicle can move suddenly and cause injury or damage; use the full manual and qualified-service assistance, not abbreviated test steps. At least each spring flush corrosive materials and trapped debris from the underbody as directed.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: At least annually, follow the full original safety-check procedures and sudden-movement warnings; at least each spring, flush the underbody as directed.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-11–13 / PDF 543–545 · checked

  • Chassis lubricationView intervals, applicability and sources

    Chassis lubrication

    Sourced interval available

    Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints, steering linkage, transmission shift linkage and parking-brake cable guides at both Maintenance I and II. Ball joints must be at least 10°F (−12°C) before lubrication: the condition is joint-component temperature, not ambient temperature. Use the original NLGI #2 LB or GC-LB chassis category; no current product or supersession is assigned.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-5, 6-8 footnote # and 6-14 / PDF 537, 540 and 546 · checked

    Severe commercial operation only

    Severe commercial operation requires lubrication every 3,000 miles. This is not the ordinary Maintenance I/II interval or a universal oil-change schedule.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Only severe commercial operation; not every truck or every towing journey.

    Published interval: 3,000 mi · Severe commercial operation only; preserve the ball-joint component-temperature restriction.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-8 footnote # / PDF 540 · checked

  • Tire rotation and axle-level check conditionsView intervals, applicability and sources

    Tire rotation and axle-level check conditions

    Sourced interval available

    The tire section calls for rotation every 5,000–8,000 miles and sooner for unusual wear, with wheel-alignment and tire/wheel-damage checks. The schedule also lists rotation at both Maintenance I and II. Match the actual single/dual-wheel and tread pattern to the original diagrams; a same-tread single-wheel pattern is not a universal pattern for different hardware. Secure the spare and use actual placard pressures. Rear-axle fluid does not need a regular level check unless a leak or unusual noise is suspected; have a problem inspected/repaired. No scheduled axle-fluid replacement or one fill quantity is assigned.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: Rotate tires every 5,000–8,000 miles, sooner for unusual wear, and at both Maintenance I and II; match the actual wheel/tread pattern. Rear-axle level checks are leak/noise-triggered, not a regular fluid-check or replacement interval.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 5-60, 5-87–88 and 6-5 / PDF 452, 479–480 and 537 · checked

  • Automatic transmission fluid and filter — verify fitted type and useView intervals, applicability and sources

    Automatic transmission fluid and filter — verify fitted type and use

    Sourced interval available

    These are the non-Allison automatic branches. Verify actual transmission type and GVWR before choosing a branch; the M30 four-speed description does not identify an exact gearbox model, fluid product or filter. Additional services occur at the first Maintenance I or II after the listed mileage points.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-6–7 and 6-9 footnote (h) / PDF 538–539 and 541 · checked

    Non-Allison normal service

    Use the normal branch only when neither the GVWR nor any listed severe-use condition applies.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Only an actual non-Allison automatic without the severe-service conditions below.

    Published interval: 100,000 mi · First maintenance service after 100,000 miles; actual non-Allison normal service only.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-7 and 6-9 footnote (h) / PDF 539 and 541 · checked

    Non-Allison severe service — any listed condition

    Severe service applies if GVWR is over 8,600 lb OR the vehicle is mainly driven in one or more of these uses: heavy city traffic with outside temperature regularly 90°F (32°C) or higher; hilly or mountainous terrain; frequent trailer towing; taxi, police or delivery service. Any one listed use qualifies; all four are not required. Do not apply the separate Allison table.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Actual non-Allison automatic; GVWR over 8,600 lb OR mainly driven in any listed severe use.

    Published interval: 50,000 mi · First maintenance after the 50,000-, 100,000- and 150,000-mile points when any severe condition applies.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-7 and 6-9 footnote (h) / PDF 539 and 541 · checked

  • Four-wheel-drive transfer-case service — actual hardware conditionView intervals, applicability and sources

    Four-wheel-drive transfer-case service — actual hardware condition

    Sourced interval available

    Four-wheel drive alone does not establish automatic transfer-case hardware. The front axle and transfer case do not need regular fluid-level checks unless a leak or unusual noise is suspected; have the system inspected and repaired. Fill procedures and lubricants depend on actual axle/transfer-case type and temperature. No universal level, current fluid product or automatic-case identity is assigned.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Four-wheel-drive records only; this does not establish automatic transfer-case hardware.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 5-60–63 and 6-7, 6-9 / PDF 452–455, 539 and 541 · checked

    Only if an automatic transfer case is actually fitted

    Change fluid only under this fitted-hardware branch and inspect the vent hose for kinks/proper installation. Manual and AWD cases have separate original instructions; do not substitute their fluid or infer this service from a 4WD badge.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Verify actual automatic transfer-case hardware; this is not a claim that every documented 4WD record has it.

    Published interval: 50,000 mi · First maintenance after the 50,000-, 100,000- and 150,000-mile points, only with actual automatic transfer-case hardware.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-7 and 6-9 footnote (g) / PDF 539 and 541 · checked

  • Fuel, exhaust and evaporative-system inspectionsView intervals, applicability and sources

    Fuel, exhaust and evaporative-system inspections

    Sourced interval available

    Additional services occur at the first Maintenance I or II after each table point. These are inspections, not an invented gasoline fuel-filter replacement interval or a universal purge-valve replacement.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-6–7 and 6-10 footnote (k) / PDF 538–539 and 542 · checked

    Fuel and exhaust inspections

    Inspect fuel-system damage/leaks and loose or damaged exhaust components. Repair as directed.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: 25,000 mi · First maintenance after 25,000, 50,000, 75,000, 100,000, 125,000 and 150,000 miles.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-6 / PDF 538 · checked

    Evaporative-system inspection

    Inspect fuel/vapor lines and hoses for routing, hookup and condition. Check purge-valve operation only if equipped; replace defective components as needed. This is not the earlier model year’s 60,000-mile point.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: 50,000 mi · First maintenance after the 50,000-, 100,000- and 150,000-mile points.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-7 and 6-10 footnote (k) / PDF 539 and 542 · checked

  • Spark-plug replacement and plug-wire inspectionView intervals, applicability and sources

    Spark-plug replacement and plug-wire inspection

    Sourced interval available

    Replace the spark plugs and inspect spark-plug wires. Inspection does not require automatic wire replacement. No newly verified part number or current supersession is assigned here.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: 100,000 mi · First Maintenance I or II after 100,000 miles.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-6–7 / PDF 538–539 · checked

  • Engine cooling-system serviceView intervals, applicability and sources

    Engine cooling-system service

    Sourced interval available

    Drain, flush and refill; inspect hoses, clean radiator/condenser/cap/filler neck and pressure-test system/cap. The original manual warns this can be complex and recommends dealer service. Follow the full procedure and correct original fluid selection; no current product is assigned.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: 150,000 mi / 60 months · First maintenance after 150,000 miles, or every five years, whichever occurs first.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-8 and 6-9 footnote (i) / PDF 540–541 · checked

  • Accessory drive-belt inspectionView intervals, applicability and sources

    Accessory drive-belt inspection

    Sourced interval available

    Inspect the accessory drive belt at the listed service; replace only as condition requires. This is not an automatic belt replacement or borrowed PCV interval.

    Applies to: 2005 · 5300 V8 · M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive · United States · Same-year gasoline guidance for the documented LT records; actual optional hardware, use and GVWR must be verified.

    Published interval: 150,000 mi · First Maintenance I or II after 150,000 miles.

    Source: Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition · Printed 6-6 and 6-8 / PDF 538 and 540 · checked

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  1. GM 2005 Silverado 1500 product information and original order guide, ordering edition January 21, 2005
  2. Chevrolet 2005 Silverado owner manual, 05SILVERADO A First Edition

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Documented lineup

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6factory configurations
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Extended Cab Fleetside standard box (E63)

Silverado LT Extended 2WD

Body
Extended Cab Fleetside standard box (E63)
Engine
Vortec 5300 V8 (LM7)
Gearbox
M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive
Built
Regular production
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Extended Cab Fleetside standard box (E63)

Silverado LT Extended 4WD

Body
Extended Cab Fleetside standard box (E63)
Engine
Vortec 5300 V8 (L33)
Gearbox
M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive
Built
Regular production
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Extended Cab Fleetside long box (E63)

Silverado LT Extended Long Box 2WD

Body
Extended Cab Fleetside long box (E63)
Engine
Vortec 5300 V8 (LM7)
Gearbox
M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive
Built
Regular production
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Extended Cab Fleetside long box (E63)

Silverado LT Extended Long Box 4WD

Body
Extended Cab Fleetside long box (E63)
Engine
Vortec 5300 V8 (LM7)
Gearbox
M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive
Built
Regular production
Open exact version
Crew Cab Fleetside short box (E63)

Silverado LT Crew 2WD

Body
Crew Cab Fleetside short box (E63)
Engine
Vortec 5300 V8 (LM7)
Gearbox
M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive
Built
Regular production
Open exact version
Crew Cab Fleetside short box (E63)

Silverado LT Crew 4WD

Body
Crew Cab Fleetside short box (E63)
Engine
Vortec 5300 V8 (LM7)
Gearbox
M30 4-speed automatic with overdrive
Built
Regular production
Open exact version

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