Sep 23, 2025
Recommended service and maintenance schedule for GMC Sierra 1500

Alpine GMC – Recommended service and maintenance schedule for GMC Sierra 1500

Keeping your GMC Sierra 1500 on schedule protects performance, safety, and resale value. At Alpine Buick GMC in Littleton, CO, we make maintenance straightforward with Certified Service technicians, GM Genuine Parts, and ACDelco components, and convenient online scheduling. Whether you tow, commute, or conquer winter roads, a proactive plan prevents small issues from becoming major repairs. The outline below reflects common intervals for many Sierra 1500 model years and engines, including 2.7L Turbo, 5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, and 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel. Because usage, climate, and equipment vary, always follow your Owner’s Manual and the in-vehicle Oil Life Monitoring System, and contact GMC or our team for recommendations tailored to your truck.

  1. Monthly/Before trips: Check tire pressure with TPMS, engine oil level, coolant, washer fluid, exterior lights, and wiper condition; top off as needed.
  2. Every 7,500 miles or 12 months: Replace engine oil and filter with dexos® approved oil, rotate tires, perform a Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection, and inspect brakes, steering, and suspension; reset the Oil Life Monitor.
  3. 15,000 miles: Replace cabin air filter; inspect brake pads and rotors; check 4WD transfer case and axle fluid levels.
  4. 30,000 miles: Inspect or replace engine air filter; test brake fluid and replace if contaminated; evaluate battery and charging system.
  5. 45,000 miles: Service transfer case fluid on 4WD used for towing or off-road; inspect transmission fluid condition and lines.
  6. 60,000 miles: Replace transmission fluid and filter under severe service; inspect serpentine belt, tensioner, and cooling system; align if tire wear indicates.
  7. 90,000 miles: Replace spark plugs as specified; replace engine coolant; service brake fluid; inspect water pump and thermostat.
  8. 100,000-150,000 miles: Replace transmission fluid and filter for normal service; service front and rear axle fluids; replace diesel fuel filter when prompted; evaluate shocks, struts, and alignment.

Partner with a team that knows your Sierra 1500. Our Certified Service pros use factory diagnostics and torque specifications, perform tire rotations, balancing, and precision alignments, and deliver thorough Multi-Point Vehicle Inspections to catch concerns early. We stock GM Genuine Parts and ACDelco replacements engineered for systems like ABS, 4WD, and OnStar, and we customize intervals for towing, steep grades, temperature swings, and dusty roads. For exact requirements, always reference your Owner’s Manual or connect with GMC, then bring us your VIN and mileage for a personalized plan. If you want a smoother ownership experience, we can bundle services by interval and send reminders that match your Oil Life Monitoring System. Request more information or schedule Certified Service today — we’re ready to help.

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