GMC SIERRA 1993 Owners Manual

23. EXHAUST PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE INSPECTION* -Check that
the valve works properly. Correct any binding. Inspect hoses fo\
r cracks, chafing or decay. Replace parts as needed.
24.
TIRE AND WHEEL ROTATION AND INSPECTION -For proper wear
and maximum tire life, rotate tires at the first
6,000 miles (1 0 000
kilometers) for Schedule I (t) or 7,500 miles (12 500 kilometers) for
Schedule
II (.) and then every 15,000 miles (25 000 kilometers)
thereafter. Follow the instructions and patterns shown in Section 6.
Check tires for uneven wear or damage.
If irregular or premature wear is
apparent, check wheel alignment. Also, check for damaged wheels.\
See
“Tires” in the Index for more information.
For dual wheels, whenever the vehicle, wheels, or fasteners are new,
have the wheel fastener torque set at the first 100,
1,000 and 6,000
miles (160, 1600 and 10
000 km).
For 3500 H.D. Models, block the tires opposite those being removed to
keep the vehicle from rolling.
25.
DRIVE AXLE SERVICE -Check readfront axle fluid level and add as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaki\
ng.
Locking differential-Drain fluid at first oil change and refill. Check
fluid level and add as needed at subsequent oil changes.
In dusty
areas, or trailer towing applications drain fluid at every 15,0\
00 miles
(24 135 kilometers) and refill$
every oil change. In dusty areas, or trailer towing applications, drain
fluid every 15,000 miles
(24 135 kilometers) and refi1l.t
More frequent lubrication may be required on heavy-duty or off-road
use.
Standard differential -Check fluid level and add as needed at
26.
BRAKE SYSTEM INSPECTION -When the engine oil is changed,
inspect the lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, \
cracks,
chafing, etc. Check the parking brake adjustment, and the fluid level in
the master cylinder.
A low fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads
which may need to be sewiced.t
*An Emission Control Service
tA fluid
loss in these systems may indicate a problem. Have them
inspected and repaired at once.
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When the wheels are removed for rotation, inspect disc brake pads f\
or wear
and rotors for surface condition.
Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and
cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylind\
ers, parking
brake, etc., at the same time. Remove any rust
or dirt from the wheel and
mounting surfaces before mounting the wheel.
Inspect brakes more often if driving habits or conditions resull In
frequent braking.
Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which should be mad\
e at the
time period specified
to help ensure proper safety, emission performance, and
dependability of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever \
any fluids
or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,
as shown
in this Section.
At Least Once a Month
Tire inflation pressure check -Check the tires for proper inflation. If they
are low, inflate them
to the level specified on the certification label or on the
tire inflation charts. See “Loading Your Vehicle’’ or “Inflation-Tire Pressure” in
the Index.
At Least Once a Year
Key lock cylinder lubrication -Lubricate key lock cylinders with engine oil.
See the “Recommended Fluid and Lubricants’’ chart in this section.
Transmission neutral or clutch start switch operation
CAUTION
~
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the veh\
icle.
2. Firmly apply both the manual parking brake and the regular brake. See
“Brakes” and “Parking Brake” in the Index.
Do not use the accelerator
pedal.
3. Be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
4. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear.
The starter should work only in
P (Park) or N (Neutral).
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On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in N (Neutral), push the
clutch down halfway, and try to start the engine. The starter should work only
when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor.
Steering column lock operation -While parked, try to turn the key to Lock
in each gear shift position.
With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to
Lock only when the
gear shift is in
P (Park).
On vehicles with a key release lever, try to turn the key to
Lock without
pressing the lever. The key should turn to
Lock only with the key lever
depressed.
On all vehicles, the key should come out only in
Lock.
Parking brake and transmission
P (PARK) mechanism operation -
CAUTION I
4 When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move.
You
or others could be injured and property could be damaged.
Make sure there is
room in front of your vehicle in case you begin
to
roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the
vehicle begin to move.
IW
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill.\
Keeping your foot
on the regular brake, set the manual parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running and the
transmission in
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular
brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the “Park” mechanism’s holding ability: Apply the \
regular brake
and shift to
P (Park). Release the manual parking brake, then slowly
release the regular brake.
Lap and shoulder belts condition and operation -Inspect belt system,
including: webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, guide loop\
s and anchors.
Have a belt assembly replaced
if the webbing has been cut or otherwise
damaged.
Body
Lubrication Service -Lubricate all body door hinges with engine oil.
Also lubricate the tailgate, tailgate handle pivot points, and tailga\
te mounted
spare tire carrier
(if equipped). Lubricate the body hood, fuel door and rear
compartment hinges, latches and locks including interior glove
box and
console
doors, and any folding seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever
pivot and prop
rod pivot. More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be perfo\
rmed at least
twice a year (for instance each spring or fall).
You should let your GM
dealer’s service department or other qualified service center \
do these jobs.
Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Steering and Suspension lnspectiont -Inspect front and rear suspension
and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs \
of wear or
lack of lubrication. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper \
hook-up,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. (On vehicles equipped wit\
h manual
steering gear, check for seal leakage.) Lubricate the steering linkage.
Accelerator Control System -Lubricate all pivot points with engine oil,
except the
TBI throttle shaft. Remove all external deposits from the injector
pump face cam on 6.2L and 6.5L engines.
Do this when the engine is cold
and not running.
Do not oil any accelerator or cruise control cables. Replace
any cables that have high effort or excessive wear.
Exhaust System Inspection -Inspect the complete system including the
three-way catalytic converter. Inspect the body near the exhaust\
system. Look
for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts, as well \
as, open
seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could \
cause a heat buildup in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes seep into the passenger
compartments.
Drive Axle Service -Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed.
Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Transfer Case (four-wheel drive) lnspectiont -Every 12 months or at oil
change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add l\
ubricant when necessary. Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed c\
ontrol linkage.
Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installa\
tion. More
frequent lubrication may be required on heavy-duty or off-road use.
tA fluid loss in these systems may indicate a problem. Have them inspected
and repaired at once.
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Recommended Fluids & Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or
specification may be obtained from your
GM Dealer.
USAGE I FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil
I
GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API Service SG
or SGlCE of the recommended viscositv.
Engine Coolant Mixture
of water and a good quality ethylene glycol base
antifreeze conforming
to GM-6038-M (GM Part No. 1052103).
Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent).
Hydraulic Brake Systems Delco Supreme
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@ brake fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or
DOT-3).
Parking Brake Cables
GM Lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052182) or equivalent.
Manual Steering Gear GM Power Steering
Fluid (GM Part
No. 1050017) or
Power Steering System Chassis grease meeting requirements of
NLGl Grade 2,
Automatic Transmission DEXRONB
HE Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part
No.
Catagory LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1052497).
equivalent conforming
to GM spec 9985010.
1051
855l.
Manual Transmission:
a. 5-Speed with Low Gear
b. Standard Transmission Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345349).
b. 5-Speed without Low Gear a.
CastrolB Syntorq or equivalent (GM Part
No.
1 2346074).
Differential:
a. Standard (Saginaw) Front
b. SAE-80W-90 gear lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271). b. Locking a.
SAE-80W-90 gear lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052271).
and Rear Axle
Transfer Case Gas Line De-lcer (GM Part
No. 1051516).
Gas Line DexronB
IIE Automatic Transmission
Fluid (GM Part No.
12345881).
Weather Strips
Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 1052497).
Chassis grease meeting requirements
of NLGl
Grade 2,
Clutch Fork Ball Stud Category
LB or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 1052497).
Shift Lever, and Propeller Shaft. Chassis grease meeting requirements
of NLGl Grade 2,
Column Shift, Transfer Case Spray-A-Squeek
(GM Part
No. 1052277).
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Scheduled Maintenance Services
Recommended Fluids & Lubricants
Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and spring anchor
b. Release Pawl
Front Wheel Bearings
Propeller Shaft Spline/Universal Joint
Automatic Transmission Shift Linkage, Floor
Shift Linkage, Hood and Door Hinges, Body
Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage,
Folding Seat, Fuel
Door Hinge
Key Lock Cylinders
Zhassis Lubrication
Windshield Washer Solvent and Anti-Freeze
Neatherstrip
Mer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points a. Engine
oil (GM Part
No. 1050109).
b. Chassis grease meeting requirements
of
GM-6031-M (GM Part No. 1052497).
Chassis grease meeting requirements
of NLGl
Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part
No.
1052497).
Chassis grease meeting requirements
of
GM-6031-M (GM Part No. 1052497)
Engine oil
Use regular engine oil or
a synthetic light
weight engine oil
(SAE 5W-30).
Chassis grease meeting requirements
of
GM-6031 (GM Part No. 10524971.
GM Optikleen washer solvent (GM Part
No.
1051515) or equivalent.
Silicone grease (GM Part
No. 12345579) or
equivalent.
Multi-purpose lubricant meeting requirements
of
GM Part No. 12345120.
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Maintenance Record
After each of the preceding Scheduled Maintenance Services is performed,
record the date, odometer reading, services performed (list ite\
m numbers) and
who performed the services in the appropriate column. In addition, retain
copies
of your receipts. It is suggested that receipts be kept with your
Owner's Manual.
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Service Station Checks
It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these
under-hood checks at each fuel
fill.
Check the engine oil level and add if necessary.
Check the engine coolant level in the recovery bottle and add if
necessary.
Check the windshield washer fluid level and add if necessary.
See these items in the Index
for information on how to check them.
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