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Chevrolet Colorado

The Chevrolet Colorado is manufactured by the huge automobile manufacturer, General Motors, and classified as a compact light-duty pickup truck. It has been named after the American state with the same name. The Chevrolet Colorado was introduced as a substitute for Chevrolet S-10 and GMC Sonoma. It remained the second bestselling vehicle of this category in America in 2005-06.

There have so far been two generations of the Chevrolet Colorado. The first generation Chevrolet Colorado was introduced in 2004. It was offered in both manual as well as automatic transmission options. Most models feature 2.8 L (171 cu in) LK5 I4 engine, while the powerful 3.5 I5 boasts of Z71 package on four-door versions. The ZQ8 edition of the Colorado is fitted with 17 inch wheels, while the Xtreme edition of the ZQ8 has 18 inch wheels. In 2007, the Colorado was fitted with new 2.9 L (177 cu in) LLV I4 and 3.7 L (226 cu in) LLR I5 engines. Also, several attractive color options were provided. In 2007, 5.3 L (323 cu in) LH8 V8 came to be used. The second generation of Chevrolet Colorado was introduced in 2012, and is still going strong. It was unveiled at the 2011 Bangkok Motor Show. This version is available in three options: regular cab, extended cab, and crew cab. Customers can also choose between rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. This model was available with either a 2.5 L Ecotec I4 engine or the 3.6 L LFX V6 engine. In 2015, 2.8 L Duramax LWN turbodiesel engine was added.

The current model has gained popularity due to improved fuel economy, impressive towing capacity and torque. Also, it is the first of its kind to offer 4G wifi, allowing the user to connect up to seven devices. It is also fitted with cutting-edge navigation system, 8-inch touch-screen supporting Apple CarPlay, radio streaming, and also enables the user to make phone calls, and play music from your phone. The OnStar RemoteLink facility enables the user to start the vehicle remotely, lock and unlock the vehicle from anywhere, and locate the vehicle by activating its horn and lights. The current model has also vastly upgraded its safety standard. The latest model comes fitted with standard rear vision camera, Forward Collision Alert, and Lane Departure Warning, with a view to minimize accidents. It has also been fortified with a sturdy steel frame, strong safety cage, and airbags in several positions. Moreover, the four-wheel disc brakes with Duralife ensure a smooth drive, while inlaid triple sealed doors, thick windshield and side glass, and liquid applied sound deadener have been added to keep traffic sounds at bay.

The Chevrolet Colorado was honored with the Motor Trend Truck of the Year award for 2015 and 2016. If you are looking for 2015 Chevy Colorado parts or 2016 Chevy Colorado parts, do check out PartsGeek.com. They also have an impressive collection of 2016 Chevy Colorado accessories.

About Chevrolet Colorado

Chevrolet Colorado is a compact truck manufactured by General Motors since 2003. The first Chevrolet Colorado was introduced in 2004 to replace the Chevrolet S10 compact pickup truck. It is a very young truck and has only been produced through two generations. What surprises people is even it has been produced for not too long, it has received awards and recognitions from Motor Trend for 2015 Truck of the Year and 2016 Truck of the Year.
The first generation Chevrolet Colorado (2003-2012) was introduced as a two-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive vehicle powered by several kinds of engines including inline 4-cylinder engine, inline 5-cylinder engine and V8 engine with 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission. Then in 2011, the second generation Chevrolet Colorado (2012-present) was unveiled at the Bangkok Motor Show as two-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive regular cab, extended cab and crew cab. At the same year, the Holden Colorado was introduced at the Australian International Motor Show coming with DX, LX, LT, LTZ, Z71 trim levels but only Base, WT, LT and Z71 are available trim levels in American market. It now has V6 engine and 4-cylinder engine with 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic and manual transmission.

Chevrolet Colorado Common Problems & Maintenance Tips

Though the Chevrolet Colorado is very popular in North America, it is still inevitable that some Chevrolet Colorado vehicle owners have some complaints about it. There are two most common problems on it while driving:
First, engine problem. Chevrolet Colorado vehicle owners found the engine idled badly, the engine light was on and sometimes the engine would misfire. What's more, when accelerating, it responded sluggishly. Same symptoms happened to your Chevrolet Colorado means that your body control module is failing or timing chain guide is broken, you had better get it checked by some professionals.
Second, braking problem. Chevrolet Colorado vehicle owners described that the ABS lights coming on and ABS work improperly. Maybe the bad ABS sensor caused this situation, which will also decrease the stopping time and stability under icy or wet driving conditions; however, broken wheel speed sensor also can lead to ABS light being on or ABS works poorly as well as traction control light stays on.
Chevrolet Colorado vehicle owners often realized that they should replace auto parts until some serious accidents happened. In fact, taking preventative measures are always better than taking reactive measures, so when you are checking your car, some parts that are easy to ignore should be payed attention to. Windshield wiper or wiper blade should be replaced once a year in sunny and hot environment and every half a year in dusty and sandy region. Seat belt should be replaced after any accident in which the pretensioners were activated.
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