cooling GMC SIERRA 1995 Service Manual

Maintenance Schedule I - Diesel Engines
20,000 Miles (32 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs
first).
An Emission Control Service.
ci 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).
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.
0 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.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in t\
he
United States.
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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I Maintenance Schedule I - Diesel Engines
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I7 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. Auz Emissiolz 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.
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dusty
conditions.
An Emission Control Service. #’
0 For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
0 Replace fuel filter. Replace filter sooner if it is clogged.?
bearings
(or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
0 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.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or
every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles
sold in the
United States.
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Maintenance Schedule I - Diesel Engines
(Continued)
0 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.
If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in t\
he
United States.
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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42,500 Miles (68 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs
first).
An Ernission Control Service.
D 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).
DATE
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0 When doing frequent trailer towing.
0 Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. vyou do not
use your vehicle under any of these c:onditions, thejluid andfilter
do not require clzatzging.
Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.
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.
1 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.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in t\
he
United States.
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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I Maintenance Schedule I - Diesel Engines
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0 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.
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dusty
conditions.
An Emission Control Service. *
0 For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
0 Check the crankcase depression regulator valve system for any worn,
plugged or collapsed hoses. See service manual.
An Emission Control
Service.
0 Replace fuel filter. Replace filter sooner if it is clogged.?
0 Check the EGR System (if equipped) (except Code F engine) as
described in the service manual.
An Emission Control Service.
0 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.
0 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.\

0 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.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts
for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in t\
he
United States.
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I Maintenance Schedule II - Diesel Engines
(Continued)
0 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.\

0 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.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the
United States.
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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15,000 Miles (24 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs
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).
first).
An Emission Control Service.
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If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan. inspect all
hoses and ducts for propcr hook-up
(or every 12 months. whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the
United States.
G Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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25,000 Miles (40 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 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).
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”
in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. See “Tires”
in the Index.
Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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I Maintenance Schedule II - Diesel Engines
30,000 Miles (48 000 km)
0
0
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 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).
For vehicles equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission with deep
low: Lubricate the clutch fork ball stud through the fitting
on the clutch
housing. Lubricant must be added
spring1-y to the fitting, as very little
is required to lubricate the ball stud surface. Do not add lubricant more
often than specified.
Too much lubricant will damage the clutch
assembly.
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 Ernission 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.
An Emission Coratrol Service.
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:?
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.
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I Maintenance Schedule II - Diesel Engines
(Continued)
0 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.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in t\
he
United States.
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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35,000 Miles (56 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 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).
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. See “Tires”
in the Index.
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I Maintenance Schedule II - Diesel Engines I
(Continued)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check
constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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40,000 Miles (64 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs
first).
An Emission Control 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
(-1 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
12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 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.\

0 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.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all
hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only
to vehicles sold in the
United States.
(Continued)
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