GMC SIERRA 1997 Owners Manual

Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all fuel doors, body hood and body door
hinges, tailgate and tailgate handle pivot points, latches,
locks and folding seat hardware. Part
D tells you what to
use. More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed
to a corrosive environment.
Starter Switch Check
’ A CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the
engine
in each gear. The starter should work only in
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in
any other position, your vehicle needs service.
On manual transmission vehicles, put
the shift lever
in NEUTRAL (N), 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. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t
pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
around the vehicle.
Brake” in
the Index if necessary) and the
regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready
to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
Brake-’Ikansmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
(Automatic Transmission)
I A CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If it does,
you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a
level surface.
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2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if necessary). Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK (P) Mechanism Check
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately
if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position,
but don’t start the engine. Without applying
the regular
brake, try to move the shift lever
out of PARK (P)
with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out
of
PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to
LOCK in each shift lever position.
With an automatic transmission, the key should turn
to
LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
With a manual transmission, the key should turn to
LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R).
On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key
to
LOCK without pressing the button. The key should
turn to
LOCK only when you press the key button.
On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
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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
it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping
your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL
(N), slowly remove foot pressure from
the regular brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake
only.
0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift
to PARK (P). Then
release all brakes.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring and 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.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found
in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications’’
in the Index.
Steering and Suspension Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. 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 build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in the Index.
Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any cables that have high effort
or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise
control cables.
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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)
Inspection
Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front
axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary.
Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control
linkage. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation. More frequent lubrication may be
required on off-road use.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. For vehicles with rear drum
brakes, also inspect drum brake linings for wear and
cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums,
wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check
parking brake adjustment.
You may need to have your
brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits or
conditions result
in frequent braking.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from your
GM dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
’*
Engine Coolant
~
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
~
50150 mixture of clean water
(preferably distilled) and use only
GM Goodwrench’ DEX-COOL@
or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@
coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index.
USAGE
Hydraulic Brake
System
~
Hydraulic Clutch
System
Parking Brake
Cable Guides
Power Steering
System
Manual
Transmission
(5-Speed with
Low Gear,
RPO
MW3)
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Delco Supreme 11 ’ Brake Fluid
(GM Part
No. 12377967 or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent
DOT-3 brake fluid).
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI
# 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
GM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. 1052884
- 1 pint,
10500 17
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
GM Goodwrench Synthetic
Manual Transmission Gear Oil
Castrol syntorq’
LT or equivalent
SAE 75W-90 GL-4 gear oil.
(GM
Part NO. 12346190 - 1 st.),
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USAGE
Manual
Transmission (5-Speed without
Low Gear,
RPO MG5)
Automatic
Transmission
Key Lock
Cylinders
Floor Shift
Linkage
Chassis
Lubrication
FLUIDLUBRICANT
~~
Synchromesh Transmission Fluid
(GM Part
No. 12345349
or equivalent).
DEXRON@-111 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part
No. 12346241
or equivalent).
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM
Part No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI
## 2
Categorv LB or GC-LB, ~~~
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI # 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
USAGE
Front Wheel
Bearings
Differential,
Front and Rear
Axle
Differential,
C3 (HD3500)
Trucks With
Dana Rear Axle
Transfer Case
Windshield Washer Solvent
Propeller Shaft SplineLJniversal
Joint and
Propeller Shaft
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Wheel bearing lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI # 2,
Category GC
or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 105 1344 or equivalent).
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 105227 1) or SAE SOW-90
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
SAE 75W- 140 Synthetic Gear
Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 12346 140) or equivalent.
DEXR0N'-111 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
~~
GM Optikleen' Washer Solvent
(GM
Part No. 105 15 15)
or equivalent.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI ## 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
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USAGE
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Pivots, Spring
Anchor and
Release Pawl
~~ ~ ~~
Hood and Door
Hinges
Body Door
Hinge Pins,
Tailgate Hinge and Linkage,
Folding Seat and
Fuel Door Hinee
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol
(GM Part
No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI # 2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM
Part No. 12346241
or equivalent).
Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@
(GM Part No. 12346241
or equivalent).
I USAGE
Tailgate Handle Pivot Points,
Hinges, Latch
Bolt and L.inkage
Weatherstrip
Squeaks
See “Replacement
replacement filters
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Multi-Pwpose lubricant, Superlube@
(GM
Part No. 12346241
or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube
@
(GM Part No. 12346241
or euuivalent).
’arts” in the Index for recommended
valves and spark plugs.
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Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odometer reading and who performed
the service
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.
Any additional information from ”Owner Checks and
Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added
on
the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
maintenance receipts.
Your owner information portfolio
is a convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Record
ODOMETER
DATE READING SERVICED
BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Here you will find out how to contact GMC if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service
publications and how to report any safety defects.
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone
(TTY) Users
Roadside Assistance
Canadian Roadside Assistance
Courtesy Transportation
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute
Resolution Program 8-
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Information
Reporting Safety Defects to the United
States Government
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government
Reporting Safety Defects
to General Motors
Ordering Service
and Owner Publications
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure GMC dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information
to promptly address any
concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not
been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the
following steps:
STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a
member of dealership management. Normally, concerns
can be quickly resolved at that level.
If the matter has
already been reviewed with the Sales, Service or Parts
Manager, contact the owner
of the dealership or the
General Manager.
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