Consumer Review Video - 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

Common problems and easy repairs on a 2014 Silverado 1500

The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT is a relatively difficult pickup truck to maintain on account of its lengthy and complex procedures. To access the headlights the air filter housing needs to be removed, along with multiple other panels and covers. Similarly, the battery requires the removal of the sway bar and its terminals before it can be removed, and its bracket is low in the engine bay. The cabin air filter is located behind the glove box, which has a peculiar construction that can be timely to remove.

However, the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT has its positives. Access to the engine coolant reservoir is open, and its fill line is easy to view. The transmission fluid dipstick is located right in the engine bay and is easy to remove. Both of the fuse boxes are relatively easy to access, as well, and the interior fuse box comes with a fuse puller for convenience.

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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.

Change the parking light

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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

Top up the oil level

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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

Change a burnt out headlight

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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

Replace fog lights

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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup