GMC SIERRA 1995 Repair Manual

Before replacing any safety belt, see your dealer for the correct part number.
You’ll need the model year and model number for your vehicle. The model
year is
on your title and registration. And you can find the model number on
the CertificatiodTire label of your vehicle. See “Certification/Tire Label“ in
the Index.
The model number
on the replacement belt may be listed on the safety belt
you want
to replace. Pull the lap belt all the way out to see this label. If
there is no model number listed on the safety belt, see your dealer to make
sure you get the correct part number
for the replacement belt.
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Features and Controls
Section
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your
vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained
are the instrument panel and
the warning systems that tell you if everything
is working properly - and what to do if you have a problem.
Keys
t
A CAUTION:
Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is
dangerous for many reasons.
A child or others could be badly
injured
or even killed.
They could operate power windows or other controls
or even
make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with
young children.
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Your vehicle has one
double-sided key
for
the ignition and all
door locks.
If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to assist you with
obtaining new ones.
I NOTICE:
Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent
theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your v\
ehicle
if
you ever lock your key inside. You may even have to damage
your vehicle to get in.
So be sure you have an extra key.
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Your Doors and How They Work
Side Doors
To open the door from
the outside. pull the
handle up and pull the
door open.
To open the door from
the inside. pull the
lever toward
you and
push the door open.
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Tailgate
You can open the
tailgate by lifting up
on its handle while
pulling the tailgate
toward you.
To shut the tailgate, firmly push it away from you into the latch.
When you put the tailgate back up, pull it back toward you, to be sure that it
latches securely.
Tailgate Removal
The tailgate on your vehicle can be removed to allow for different loading
situations. Although the tailgate can be removed without assistance, you
may want someone to assist you with the removal to avoid possible finish
damage.
To remove the tailgate:
Raise the tailgate slightly and
release both
retaining cable
clips. To release
the cable clips,
lift the cable so it
points straight out
and push the
cable clips forward.
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0 With the tailgate
at a slight upward
angle,
pull back
on the tailgate at
the right edge and
then move the
tailgate to the
right,
to release
the left edge.
Reverse
the above procedure to re-install. Make sure the tailgate is secure.
Door Locks
A CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Passengers
- especially children - can easily open the doors
and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open
it.
Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you
slow down or stop your vehicle.
This may not be
so obvious: You increase the chance of being
thrown out
of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and
you will be far
better
off whenever you drive your vehicle.
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There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:
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From the inside: To
lock the door, slide the
lever
on your door
down.
To unlock the door,
slide the lever
up.
Power Door Locks (Option)
Press the side of the
power door lock
switch, marked
LOCK, on either front
door to lock all the
doors at once. Press
the ribbed side
of the
switch to unlock all
the doors at once.
On Crew Cab models, the switch on each rear door works only that door’s
lock. It
won’t lock (or unlock) all of the doors - that’s a safety feature.
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Leaving Your Vehicle
It' you are leaving the vehicle. take your keys. open your door and set the
locks from inside. Then get out
and close the door.
Keyless Entry System
If your vehicle has this option. you can lock and unlock your doors from up to
30 feet (9 m) away usins the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your Keyless
Entry System operates on ;I radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
Rules.
This device complies with Part IS of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: ( I ) This device may not cause harmful
interference. and
(2) This device must accept any interterence received,
including interference that may
C~LIS~ undesired operation.
Should interference to
this system occur. try this:
0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the
instructions
on battery replacement.
Check the distance. You nay be too far from your vehicle. This product
has
a maximum range.
0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal
0 See your GM dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service
facility could void authorization
to use this equipment.
Operation
To unlock the driver's door. press the UNLOCK button. If you press this
button again within five seconds, all the doors will unlock.
Press the
LOCK button to lock all the doors.
The illuminated entry feature activates the interior dome lamps
for 40
seconds or until the ignition switch is turned on.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from
unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen. a replacement can
be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining
transmitters with you when
you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches
the replacement transmitter
to your vehicle, the remaining transmitters must
also be matched. Once the new transmitte.r is coded, the
lost transmitter will
not unlock your vehicle.
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You can match a transmitter to as many difl:rent vehicles as you own.
provided they are equipped with tJ.wctlJ* the sm1c rrlotlol y*sttw. (General
Motors offers several different rnodels 01' these systems on their vehicles.)
Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched
to it.
See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.
Bafiery Replacement
You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won't work at the
normul range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before
the transmitter works, it's probably time to change the battcries.
Use
two DLKKXII@ type DL20 16. or a similar type.
To replace the batteries:
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Insert a dime in the sidc seam of the transmitter housing near the key
rins hole.
Twist the dime
to separate the two halves of the transmitter housing.
Separate
the housing, bottom half first.
Remove
and replace the batteries. Put the new batteries in with the
printed side down.
Align the housing and snap the halves together.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business. especially in some cities. Although your vehicle
has a number of theft-deterrent features. we know that nothing we put on it
can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.
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