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The 1999 GMC C-Series Owner's Manual
1-1 Seats and Restraint SystemsThis section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly.
2-1 Features and ControlsThis section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsThis section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
4-1 Your Driving and the RoadHere you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
5-1 Problems on the RoadThis section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
6-1 Service and Appearance CareHere the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.
7-1 Maintenance ScheduleThis section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
8-1 Customer Assistance InformationThis section tells you how to contact GMC for assistance and how to get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on ªReporting Safety Defectsº on page 8-6.
9-1 IndexHere's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
something you want to read.
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If you have a diesel engine, you may have to run it at a
higher speed to get enough heat. Then, shut the engine
off and close the window almost all the way to preserve
the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only
when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But
do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you
can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle
and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or
so until help comes.Loading Your Vehicle
The GVW/Tire Information label is found on the rear
edge of the driver's door. The label shows the size of
your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to
obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
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CAUTION:
Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you
do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could
fall off, causing a serious accident.
CAUTION:

There are many ways to be hurt badly, or
be killed, while you are trying to change a
truck tire and rim. Follow all of the safety
precautions on the truck jack and
other equipment.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)

If you try to put air back into a tire that has
run flat, or even a tire that was quite low on
air, without first finding out why it was low
or flat, the tire can have a sudden air
-out.
This could cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and have a serious crash. Don't
refill a flat or very low tire with air without
first having the tire taken off the wheel and
checked for damage.

Use a clip-on chuck and hose extension when you
add air to your tires. You'll need an accurate truck
tire pressure gage. Stand to one side and add the air.
Be sure you don't go over the top inflation pressure
for the tire.
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Engine (Continued)
Fuse Blocks 6-69, 6-72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification 6-67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil 6-13, 6-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Filters and PCV Valves 6-77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Level Check 7-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 5-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Road Speed Governor 2-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running While Parked 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 6-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starter Over-Crank Protection 2-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting 2-7, 2-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil 6-13, 6-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additives 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking 6-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel Engines 6-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filters 6-77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Life Monitor 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Gage 2-66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What Kind to Use 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When to Add 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When to Change 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ether Injection System 6-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust
Brake 2
-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 2-29, 2-30, 4-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Check 7-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fabric Cleaning 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Your Tank 6-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filter
Air Cleaner 6
-77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Compressor 6-77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil 6-77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filterminder Gage 2-70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Finish Care 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Finish Damage 6-65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flashers, Hazard Warning 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat Tire, Changing 5-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid Leaks Check 7-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluids and Lubricants 7-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Footnotes 7-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
French Language Manual ii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Towing 5
-10, 5-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Wheel Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs 6-47 . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel
Diesel Engine 6
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling a Portable Container 6-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Your Tank 6-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filter 6-44, 6-77 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gage 2-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gasoline Engine 6-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tank Capacity 6-76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water in Fuel 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuels in Foreign Countries -- Gasoline 6-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6-69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fusible Links 6-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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