clock GMC SIERRA 1500 2009 Owner's Guide

{CAUTION:
Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because
the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel
could fall off, causing a crash.
9. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of
the nuts toward the wheel.
10. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the
wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel
is held against the hub.
11. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower
the vehicle. Lower the jack completely.
{CAUTION:
If wheel studs are damaged, they can break. If all
the studs on a wheel broke, the wheel could come
off and cause a crash. If any stud is damaged
because of a loose-running wheel, it could be that
all of the studs are damaged. To be sure, replace
all studs on the wheel. If the stud holes in a wheel
have become larger, the wheel could collapse in
operation. Replace any wheel if its stud holes have
become larger or distorted in any way. Inspect hubs
and hub-piloted wheels for damage. Because of
loose running wheels, piloting pad damage may
occur and require replacement of the entire hub,
for proper centering of the wheels. When replacing
studs, hubs, wheel nuts or wheels, be sure to use
GM original equipment parts.
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{CAUTION:
Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly
tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or
come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with
a torque wrench to the proper torque specication
after replacing. Follow the torque specication
supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when
using accessory locking wheel nuts. SeeCapacities
and Specifications on page 5-131for original
equipment wheel nut torque specications.
Notice:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can
lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque
specication. SeeCapacities and Specifications on
page 5-131for the wheel nut torque specication.12. Tighten the nuts rmly in a crisscross sequence as
shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise.
Have a technician check the wheel nut tightness of
all wheels with a torque wrench after the rst 100 miles
(160 km) and then 1,000 miles (1600 km) after that.
Repeat this service whenever you have a tire removed
or serviced. SeeCapacities and Specifications on
page 5-131for more information.
When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you
must also reinstall either the center cap, or bolt-on hub
cap, depending on what your vehicle is equipped with.
For center caps, place the cap on the wheel and tap it
into place until it seats ush with the wheel. The cap only
goes on one way. Be sure to line up the tab on the center
cap with the indentation on the wheel. For bolt-on hub
caps, align the plastic nut caps with the wheel nuts and
then tighten by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to
tighten.
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Secondary Latch System
Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist
assembly equipped with a secondary latch system.
It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling
off your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work, the
spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing
down. SeeStoring a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on
page 5-110.
{CAUTION:
Before beginning this procedure read all the
instructions. Failure to read and follow the
instructions could damage the hoist assembly
and you and others could get hurt. Read and
follow the instructions listed next.To release the spare tire from the secondary latch:
1. Check under the
vehicle to see if the
cable end is visible.
If the cable is not
visible proceed
to Step 6.
2. If it is visible, rst try to tighten the cable by turning
the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks
or feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the cable.
3. Loosen the cable by turning the wrench
counterclockwise three or four turns.
4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the
spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with
Step 5 ofRemoving the Spare Tire and Tools
on page 5-95.
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5. If the spare does not lower, turn the wrench
counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches
(15 cm) of cable is exposed.
6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends, with
the backs facing each other.
7. Place the bottom
edge of the jack (A)
on the wheel blocks (B),
separating them so that
the jack is balanced
securely.
8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel
wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel
blocks) under the vehicle toward the front of the
rear bumper.
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9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the
center of the spare tire.
10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it
lifts the end tting.
11. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire
stops moving upward and is held rmly in place.
The secondary latch has released and the spare
tire is balancing on the jack.
12. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until
the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging
by the cable.
{CAUTION:
Someone standing too close during the procedure
could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does
not slide off the jack completely, make sure no
one is behind you or on either side of you as
you pull the jack out from under the spare.
13. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and
carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push
against the spare while rmly pulling the jack out
from under the spare tire with the other hand.
If the spare tire is hanging from the cable, insert the
hoist end of extension, and wheel wrench into the
hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel
wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the
rest of the way.
14. Turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the
bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up if the
cable is hanging under the vehicle.
Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can.
You will not be able to store a spare or at tire using the
hoist assembly until it has been inspected and/or
replaced.
To continue changing the at tire, seeRemoving the
Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5-100.
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4. Insert the hoist end (F)
through the hole (G) in
the rear bumper and
onto the hoist shaft.
Do not use the chiseled
end of the wheel
wrench.
5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the
retainer is seated in the wheel opening.
6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the
vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise
until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
You cannot overtighten the cable.7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A),
and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves,
use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable.
8. Reinstall the spare tire lock, if the vehicle has one.
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Tires........................................................5-121
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-122
Washing Your Vehicle.................................5-118
Weatherstrips............................................5-118
Windshield and Wiper Blades......................5-120
Ashtray.........................................................3-23
Assistance Program, Roadside........................... 7-7
Audio System.................................................3-84
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-140
Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual.................................................3-118
Setting the Clock.........................................3-85
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-142
Audio System(s).............................................3-87
Audio Systems
Radio Reception........................................3-141
Rear Seat (RSA).......................................3-138
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-140
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-18
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..................................................5-24, 5-27
Operation...................................................2-28
Auxiliary
Roof Mounted Lamp....................................3-19
Axle, Rear.....................................................5-51B
Battery..........................................................5-45
Electric Power Management..........................3-21
Run-Down Protection...................................3-22
Belt Routing, Engine.......................................6-18
Bluetooth
®....................................................3-118
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 4-6
Pedal and Adjustable Throttle........................2-26
Brake Fluid....................................................5-41
Brakes..........................................................5-41
Antilock....................................................... 4-5
Parking......................................................2-50
System Warning Light..................................3-42
Braking........................................................... 4-4
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-6
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-22
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-66
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
and Cargo Lamp......................................5-62
Fog Lamp ..................................................3-19
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-61
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-58
Headlamps.................................................5-61
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Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels.............5-120
Exterior Lamps/Lenses................................5-119
Fabric/Carpet............................................5-116
Finish Care...............................................5-119
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces...............................................5-117
Interior.....................................................5-115
Leather....................................................5-117
Tires........................................................5-121
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-122
Washing Your Vehicle.................................5-118
Weatherstrips............................................5-118
Windshield and Wiper Blades......................5-120
Climate Control System...........................3-24, 3-25
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-33
Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic............................................3-27
Clock, Setting.................................................3-85
Collision Damage Repair..................................7-12
Compass.......................................................3-63
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-18
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-3
Coolant
Engine.......................................................5-32
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-44Cooling System..............................................5-30
Courtesy Transportation Program......................7-10
Cruise Control................................................3-12
Cruise Control Light........................................3-50
Cupholders....................................................2-80
Customer Assistance......................................... 7-6
Offices......................................................... 7-6
Text Telephone (TTY) Users........................... 7-6
Customer Information
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-16
Customer Satisfaction Procedure........................ 7-2
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Damage Repair, Collision.................................7-12
Data Recorders
Event.........................................................7-18
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).........................3-17
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Delayed Locking.............................................2-11
DIC Compass.................................................3-63
Disc, MP3..........................................3-106, 3-111
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-5
Dome Lamp Override......................................3-20
Dome Lamps .................................................3-20
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Radio Frequency Identication (RFID), Privacy....7-19
Radio(s)........................................................3-87
Radios
Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual.................................................3-118
Reception.................................................3-141
Setting the Clock.........................................3-85
Theft-Deterrent..........................................3-140
Rainsense™ II Wipers.....................................3-11
Reading Lamps..............................................3-21
Rear Axle......................................................5-51
Locking........................................................ 4-9
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-11
Rear Doors....................................................2-12
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................2-82
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System.......................3-138
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....................3-129
Rear Seat Operation...............................1-14, 1-15
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)..............................2-64
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming..................2-57
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-57
Reclining Seatbacks........................................1-10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-15
Recovery Hooks.............................................4-33Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-47
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility................. 7-7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation . . . 2-5
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-7
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................5-100
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-95
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-66
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-17
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors.......7-15
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government................................................7-15
Reporting Safety Defects to the U.S.
Government................................................7-15
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-91
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................1-92
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-23
Roadside Assistance Program............................ 7-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-32
Roof
Sunroof......................................................2-84
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................2-56
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Safety Belt Reminders.....................................3-36
Safety Belts
Care of ....................................................5-118
Extender....................................................1-37
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-22
Lap Belt.....................................................1-36
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-30
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-16
Use During Pregnancy.................................1-36
Safety Defects
Reporting to Canadian Government................7-15
Reporting to General Motors.........................7-15
Reporting to the U.S. Government.................7-15
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iv
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Additional Required Services........................... 6-7
Scheduling Appointments.................................7-10
Seatback Latches...........................................1-13
Seats
Center Seat................................................1-13
Head Restraints............................................ 1-3
Heated Seats............................................... 1-8
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-6
Memory, Mirrors and Pedals........................... 1-8
Power Lumbar .............................................. 1-7Seats (cont.)
Power Seats................................................. 1-5
Rear Seat Operation............................1-14, 1-15
Reclining Seatbacks.....................................1-10
Secondary Latch System................................5-107
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position............................1-61
Rear Seat Position......................................1-58
Right Front Seat Position..............1-62, 1-66, 1-70
Security Light.................................................3-50
Service........................................................... 5-4
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 5-6
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-5
Engine Soon Lamp......................................3-45
Publications Ordering Information...................7-16
Scheduling Appointments..............................
7-10
Service Parts Identication Label.....................5-123
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-89
Setting the Clock............................................3-85
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-121
Shifting
Out of Park................................................2-54
Shifting Into Park............................................2-52
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-9
Sliding Rear Window, Power.............................2-17
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