GMC SIERRA 1995 Owners Manual

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Supplement to the 1995 C/K
Series, Sierra, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Safari, Astro,
Rally, Vandura, Chevrolet
Van,
Lumina Minivan and Trans Sport
Owner’s Manuals
This supplement includes the latest information at the time of printing.
We reserve the right to make changes
in the product after that time
without further notice.
For vehiclescfirst sold in Canada, substitute the
name “General Motors
of Canada” for General Motors wherever it
appears in this manual.
@Copyright 1995 General Motors Corporation. All rights reserved.
Printed
in U.S.A. General Motors, Sierra, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon,
Safari, Astro, Rally, Vandura, Chevrolet Van, Lumina Minivan and
Trans Sport are registered trademarks
of General Motors Corporation.
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As of September 1, 1995, this information replaces Step 7 of the
“Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position” portion of your
owner’s manual
on the following pages, depending on your vehicle:
CIK Series, Sierra: 1-39
Suburban, Tahoe and Yukon: 1-45
Rally, Vandura and Chevy Van: 1-36
Astro and Safari: 1-37
Lumina and Trans Sport: 1-56
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it
is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the
vehicle and contact
the child restraint maker for their advice about
how
to attach the child restraint properly.
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For 4-DOOr Utility Models:
A. Hoist Assembly
B. Hoist Shaft
C. Ratchet
D, Jack Handle
E. Retainer
E Valve Stem, Pointed Down
G. Spare Tire
Follow these instructions
to lower the spare tire:
1. One side of the ratchet has an
UP marking. The other side has a DOWN
marking. Assemble
the ratchet to the hook near the end of the jack handle
(as illustrated) with the DOWN marking facing
you. Insert the other end
through the hole
in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
2. Turn the ratchet to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the
ratchet until
the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle.
3. When the tire has been lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so
it can be pulled up through the wheel opening.
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To Restore Spare or Flat Tire:
1. Lay the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle. Position the tire so
2. Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure the
that
the valve stem is pointed down and to the rear.
retainer
is fully seated across the underside of the wheel.
3. Attach the ratchet, with the UP marking facing you, near the hook at the
end of the jack handle as illustrated. Insert the other end,
on an angle,
through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
4. Raise the tire fully against the underside of vehicle. Continue turning the
ratchet until there
are two “clicks” or “ratchets.” The spare tire hoist
cannot be over-tightened.
5. Grasp and push against the tire to be sure it is stored securely and does
not move.
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Table of Contents
Introduction - How to Use this Manual
This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety
and vehicle damage warnings and symbols.
Section 1 - Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts
properly.
It also explains the air ba, 0 s -y stem.
Section 2 - Features & Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
Section 3 - Comfort Controls & Audio Systems
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort
controls and how to operate your audio system.
Section 4 - Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and
how to drive under different conditions.
Section 5 - Problems on the Road
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while
driving, such
as a flat tire or engine overheating. etc.
Section 6 - Service & Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running
properly and looking good.
Section 7 - Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and
what fluids and lubricants to use.
Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information
L get service publications. It also gives you information on
This
section tells you how to contact
GM for assistance and how to
“Reporting Safety Defects” on page
8-4.
Index
Here’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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Introduction
1995 GMC Truck Sierra Owner’s Manual
Welcome
This manual was prepared to acquaint you with the operation and
maintenance of your
1995 GMC Truck Sierra and to provide important
safety information. There is also a GMC Truck Warranty and Owner
Assistance Information booklet. In some vehicles, there can be information
manuals from other manufacturers like body builders or special equipment
companies. We urge you to review all these publications carefully. This will
help
you enjoy safe and trouble-free operation of your vehicle.
When it comes to service, keep
in mind that your GMC Truck dealer knows
your vehicle best and is interested
in your complete satisfxtion. Your dealer
invites you to return for all of your service needs both during and after the
warranty period.
Remember, if you have
a concern and need help handling it to your
satisfaction, see the procedure
in the GMC Truck Warranty and Owner
Assistance Information booklet.
Thanks for choosing a GMC Truck product. We value you
as a member of
the GMC Truck family. We want
to assure you of our continuing interest in
your pleasure and satisfaction with your vehicle.
GMC Truck Division
General Motors Corporation Pontiac, Michigan
@Copyright
1994 General Motors Corporation, GMC Truck Division.
All Rights Reserved
Second Edition
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Printed in U.S.A.
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Important Notes to Owners and Drivers
About This Manual
Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it
when you’re on the road.
If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in
it
so the new owner can use it.
This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We
reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without
further notice.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name
“General Motors
of Canada Limited” for GMC Truck Division whenever it
appears in this manual.
WE SUPPORT
VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN
CERTIFICATION THROUGH
National Institute
for
SERVICE ~
AUTOMOTIVE
EXCELLENCE
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language
Manual:
Aux pr-opr-i&taires canacliem: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de
ce guide en franqais chez votre concessionaire
ou au DGN Marketing
Services Ltd.,
1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1C7.
General Motors, GM and the GM Emblem, GMC, and Sierra are registered
trademarks
of General Motors Corporation.
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Model Reference
This manual covers these models:
Regular Cab Pickup
Extended Cab Pickup
Crew Cab
Chassis Cab
3500 HD Chassis Cab
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