coolant GMC SIERRA 1995 Owner's Guide

To Check Coolant
A CAUTION:
Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and
radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out
and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap
-
even a little - when the engine and radiator are hot.
When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD mark, or
a little higher.
If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant.
To Add Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper mix ut the surge tmk, but only
when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty, see “Engine
Overheating”
in the Index for the proper fill procedure.
A CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and
it will burn if the engine
parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine.
When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is tight.
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Radiator Pressure Cap - Gasoline Engine
The radiator pressure
cap must be tightly
installed with
the
arrows on the cap
lined up with the
overflow tube on the
radiator filler neck.
NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and
must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible \
engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows
on the cap
line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Surge Tank Pressure Cap - Diesel Engine
The surge tank
pressure cap must be
tightly installed with
the arrows on the cap
lined up with the top
tube of the coolant
surge tank.
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NOTICE:
Your surge tank pressure cap is a unique 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap for use with surge tank cooling systems only.
It must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible
engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the top tube of the coolant surge tank.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine
coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow
of coolant through the
radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature.
When you replace your thermostat, an AC@ thermostat is recommended.
Power Steering Fluid
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe \
the
dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then
remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dips\
tick.
The level should be at the
FULL COLD mark. Add enough fluid to bring
the level
up to the mark.
A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired.
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
POSITION NAME
1. STOP/HAZ
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
IS.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21. 22.
T CASE
CTSY
GAGES
RR HVAC
CRUISE
AUX PWR
CRANK
PARK LPS
AIR BAG
WIPER HTR-A/C
CIG LTR
ILLUM
DRL-FOG
TURN-B/U RADIO
BRAKE RADIO
BATT
TRANS
CIRCUITS PROTECTED
Stop/TCC Switch, Buzzer, CHMSL, Hazard
Lamps, Stop Lamps
Transfer Case
Courtesy Lamps, Cargo Lamp, Glove Box
Light, Dome/RDG Lamps, Vanity Mirrors,
Pwr Mirrors
IP Cluster, DRL Relay, HDLP Switch,
Keyless Entry, Low Coolant Module
RR HVAC Controls
Cruise Control
Aux Power Outlet
Diesel Fuel Pump, DERM, ECM
Lic Lamp, Park Lamp, Tail Lamp, Roof
Marker Lamp, Tail Gate Lamps, Front Side
Markers, Fog Lamp Relay, Door Switch
Illum, Fender Lamps
DERM
Wiper Motor, Washer Pump
A/C, A/C Blower, High Blower Relay
Power Amp, Cig Lighter, Door Lock Relay,
Pwr Lumbar Seat
4WD, Indicator, LP Cluster, HVAC
Controls,
RR HVAC Controls, IP Switches,
Radio Illumination
DRL Relay, Fog Lamp Relay
Frt Turn, RR Turn, B/U Lps
Radio (Ign)
DRAC, 4WAL PCM, ABS, Cruise
Radio (Batt)
PRNDL, Auto Transmission, Speedo,
Check Gages
Tell Tale
Not Used
Not Used
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LAMP OR BULB
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
Daytime Running
Lamps Indicator?
Charging System
Indicator Lamp
Instrument Cluster
Illumination
Headlamp Beam
Indicator
Directional Signal
Indicator
Brake Warning
Indicator
SIR (Air Bag)
Safety Belt Warning
Check Gages Indicator
Malfunction Indicator
(“Service Engine
Soon”) Lamp
Upshift Indicator Glow Plugs Lamp**
Low Coolant Lamp**
Water in Fuel Lamp**
Service Throttle Soon
Lamp**
**Diesel only
“fanadian Vehicles only
TRADE NO.
74
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Maintenance Schedule I - Gasoline Engines With
Light Duty Emissions
(Contimed)
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first). See "Engine Coolant''
in the lndex for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator. condenser. pressure cap and neck.
Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control
Service.
For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Replace spark plugs.
An E~~zissior~ Corztrol Ser-vice.
Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dusty
conditions.
An Emission Cor~tr-01 Service.
Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the lndex for proper
rotation pattern and additional information.
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICED BY:
33,000 Miles (55 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs
first).
An Er7rissiou Contmi Service.
0 Lubricate the front suspension, king pin bushings, steering linkage,
transmission shift linkage, transfer case shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, rear driveline center splines, front axle propshaft splines,
brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs.
Ball joints and king pin
bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is
10" F
(-I 2" C), or higher. When weather is cold, let the ball joints and king
pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged.
Perform
each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage
interval (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
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60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
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0
0
0
il
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 tnonths. whichever occurs
first).
AI? Emission Control Service.
Lubricate the front suspension. king pin bushings, steering linkage,
transmission shift linkage, transfer case shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, rear driveline center splines. front axle propshaft splines.
brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs. Ball joints and king
pin
bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10" F
(-12" C), or higher. When weather is cold, let the ball joints and king
pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged.
Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage
interval (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
Check rear/fi-ont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant
-\;elociry joint5 and axle seals for leaking.';'';'
For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Emissiolz Comrol Ssrvice.
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first). See "Engine Coolant"
in the lndex for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
,411 Erltission Control
Service.
Replace spark plugs. AI? Emission Control Service..
Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dusty
conditions.
Arz Emission Colztrol Service.
Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks . Inspect fuel cap
gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
A17 E~nission Control
Service. -i-
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Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.*’*’
For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every
24 months, whichever
occurs first). See “Engine Coolant”
in the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
AI1 Emissiorr Cor?tro/
Se n?ic.e.
Replace spark plugs. Au Emissiorz Control Senice.
Replace air cleaner filter. An Emissiorl Cofltrol Service.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL
MILEAGE I
37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first).
An EmissioM Control SorLice.
0 Lubricate the front suspension, king pin bushings, steering linkage,
transmission shift linkage, transfer case shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, rear driveline center splines. front axle propshaft splines,
brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs. Ball joints and king pin
bushings should
not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10” F
(-12” C), or higher. When weather is cold, let the ball joints and king
pin bushings warm
up before lubrication or they could be damaged.
Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage
interval
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
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Maintenance Schedule I1 - Gasoline Engines With
Light Duty Emissions
(Continued)
E Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.:!::!:
3 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE L
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
0
n
C
El
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs
first).
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate the front suspension, king pin bushings. steering linkage,
transmission shift linkage, transfer case shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, rear driveline center splines, front axle propshaft splines,
brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs. Ball joints and king pin
bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is
10" F
(-12" C), or higher. When weather is cold, let the ball joints and king
pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged.
Perform each
of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage
interval (or every
12 months. whichever occurs first).
Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.'%*
For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Enzission Control Senice.
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first). See "Engine Coolant"
in the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
AH Emissio~ Control
Service.
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Maintenance Schedule I - Gasoline Engines Heavy
Duty Emissions
(Continued)
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Drain, flush and refill the cooling system with new coolant (or every 24
months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for
what to use.
An Emission Control Service.
Also inspect the hoses and replace them if they are cracked, swollen or
deteriorated. Tighten all hose clamps (except constant tension clamps).
Remove debris and clean the outside
of the radiator and air
conditioning condenser. Wash the radiator neck.
To ensure proper
operation, pressure test the radiator and cap.
Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dusty
conditions.
An Emission Control Sewice.
For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Replace fuel filter. Replace filter sooner if it is clogged.?
Adjust timing
to underhood label specifications. Inspect the inside and
outside
of the distributor cap and rotor for cracks, carbon tracking and
corrosion. Clean or replace as needed.
An Emission Control Service.
This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
If your vehicle has a thermostatically controlled air cleaner, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up. Be sure the valve works properly.
An Emission Control Service. This is a Noise Emission Control
Service.
Inspect accessory drive (serpentine) belt for cracks, fraying and wear
and check belt for proper tension. Adjust or replace belt as needed.
An
Emission Control Service.
Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness.
Adjust or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission Control
Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.\

Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are
properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing
is properly seated, the cover fits tightly and the wing nuts are tight.
Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as
necessary.
This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only
to vehicles sold in the United States.
(Continued)
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