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Hi

 

i'm new here and i have a 2012 GMC Sierra crew cab and my odo is 32000 mil

 

what do i need to change by now like the transmission oil or the Rear Differential Fluid

 

i'm from Saudi & it's really hot in here some times reach a 118 F without the sand storm

 

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i only changed the transmission cooler

 

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Thanks & sorry form my English

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Portdriver Enthusiast

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Under those conditions I would change all fluids and filters. Blow out with air or flush with water the radiator from the fan out the front also.

GuyGene Enthusiast

GuyGene

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I second the fluid changes, all filters regularly in that dust.

 

Welcome!

99silveradoz71 Senior Enthusiast

99silveradoz71

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Welcome, and I concur with the others. That's a harsh environment, and if you plan on keeping the truck for a while, some early maintenance won't hurt.

Chris Senior Enthusiast

Chris

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My cooler is bigger lol.

 

Nice truck

 

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AzDragonLord Enthusiast

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How often does the sand blow there? I'd be afraid of a dust storm kicking up while the transmission pan is removed.

Chevy VP Enthusiast

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i will start with the transmission oil & filter

 

Thanks guys for the advice

Chevy VP Enthusiast

Chevy VP

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How often does the sand blow there? I'd be afraid of a dust storm kicking up while the transmission pan is removed.

 

the sand blow here twice a month and some times it's so bad you can't even breath

 

and i will change the transmission oil and filter in a garage with the AC on it's hot to work out side :thumbs:

Chevy VP Enthusiast

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i was trying to Replace the Cabin Air Filter but i did't find it ???

 

my AC is blowing dust in my face every time i start it, and the owners manual is no help

 

Thanks

kstruckcountry Senior Enthusiast

kstruckcountry

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i was trying to Replace the Cabin Air Filter but i did't find it ???

 

my AC is blowing dust in my face every time i start it, and the owners manual is no help

 

Thanks

No cabin air filter.

Chevy VP Enthusiast

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always hit recirc

 

that's a good Idea but some times your froget to cloce it :tear:

 

Beautiful truck your got there by the way :drool:

Chris Senior Enthusiast

Chris

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Even with a/c off hit it and outside air won't flow through the vents.

 

And thanks. Its the reason I'm not married

 

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