engine coolant GMC SIERRA 1997 Owner's Manual

If the differential is at operating temperature (warm),
add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of
the filler plug hole.
If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise
the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
new DEX-COOL@ engine coolant. This coolant is
designed to remain in your vehicle for
5 years or
150,000 miles (240
000 km), whichever occurs first,
if
you add only DEX-COOL@ extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when
it is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for
your vehicle will:
0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
0 Give boiling protection up to 265 “F (1 29°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
0 Let the warning gages work as they should.
NOTICE:
When adding coolant, it is important that you use
only
DEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant.
If coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is added to
the system, premature engine, heater core or
radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the
engine coolant will require change sooner
-- at
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,
whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use
of coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is not
covered by your new vehicle warranty.
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What to Use
Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably
distilled) and one-half
DEX-COOL’ coolant which
won’t damage aluminum parts.
If you use this mixture,
you don’t need to add anything else.
A CAUTION:
Adding only plain water to your cooling system
can
be dangerous. Plain water, or some other
liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper
coolant
mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning
system is set for the proper coolant
mix. With
plain water or the wrong
mix, your engine could
get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat
warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or
others could be burned. Use a
50/50 mix of clean
water and
DEX-COOL@ coolant.
NOTICE:
If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine
could overheat and be badly damaged. The
repair cost wouldn’t be covered
by your
warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze
and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and
other parts.
If you have to add coolant more than four times a year,
have your dealer check your cooling system.
NOTICE:
If you use the proper coolant, you don’t have to
add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to
improve the system. These can be harmful.
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Checking Coolant
If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Checking
Coolant”
in the Diesel Engine Supplement. Adding Coolant
If you need more
coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture
at the coolant recovery tank.
The coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger’s
side at the rear corner
of the engine compartment.
When your engine is cold,
the coolant level should be at
the
COLD mark, or a little higher. When your engine is
warm, the level should be up to the HOT mark, or a
little higher.
A CAUTION:
Turning the radiator pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and
scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost
never have to add coolant at the radiator.
Never turn the radiator pressure cap
-- even a
little -- when the engine and radiator are hot.
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful
not to spill
it.
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.
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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.
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.
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03 04
FusdCircuit Breaker Usage
1 Stop/TCC Switch, Buzzer, CHMSL,
Hazard Lamps, Stoplamps
Transfer Case
Courtesy Lamps, Cargo Lamp, Glove
Box Lamp, DomeReading Lamps,
Vanity Mirrors, Power Mirrors
FuseEircuit Breaker
4
10
11
12
13
14
Usage
Instrument Cluster, DRL Relay,
Lamp Switch, Keyless Entry, Low
Coolant Module, Illuminated Entry
Module, DRAC (Diesel Engine)
Not Used
Cruise Control
Auxiliary Power Outlet
Air Bag System
License Lamp, Parking Lamps,
Taillamps,
Roof Marker Lamps,
Tailgate Lamps, Front Sidemarkers,
Fog Lamp Relay, Door Switch
Illumination, Fender Lamps,
Headlamp Switch Illumination
Air Bag System
Wiper Motor, Washer Pump
A/C, A/C Blower, High
Blower Relay
Power Amp, Cigarette Lighter, Door
Lock Relay, Power Lumbar Seat
4WD Indicator, Cluster, Comfort
Controls, Instrument Switches,
Radio Illumination, Chime Module
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Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule =- Gasoline Engines
100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued)
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, the fluid and filter do not
require changing.
Manual transmission fluid doesn’t
require change.
valve.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
I I I I
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system
(or every
60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See “Engine
Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling
system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines
100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued)
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, the fluid and.filter do not
require changing.
Manual transmission fluid doesn’t
require change.
0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(Pcv) valve. An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE
~~
SERVICED BY
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system
(or every
60 months since last service,
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.
An Emission Control Service.
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DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified
to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance
of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added
to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,
as shown
in Part
D.
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160,1600 and 10 000 km)
For vehicles with dual wheels, check dual wheel nut
torque. For proper torque, see “Wheel Nut Torque” in
the Index.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or ~1 service station attendant to
per$orm these underhood
checks ut eachjbtelfiE1.
Engine Oil Level Check Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the
engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant’’ in the
Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add
the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid”
in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index
for further details.
Check
the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for
further details.
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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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Climate Control System ....................... 3.2. 3.3
Clock. Setting the
................................ 3-7
Clutch Fluid. Hydraulic
.......................... 6-26
Comfort Controls
................................ 3-2
Comfort Guides. Rear
........................... 1-40
Compact Disc Care
............................. 3-26
Compact Disc Player
....................... 3- 16. 3-20
Compass. Rearview Mirror with
................... 2-48
Console Storage
................................ 2-55
Control of a Vehicle
.............................. 4-6
Convex Outside Mirror
.......................... 2-5 1
Coolant ....................................... 6-29
Heater. Engine
............................... 2- 14
RecoveryTank
............................... 5-15
Cooling System ................................ 5- 13
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 8-8
Cruise Control
................................. 2-40
Cupholders
............................... 2-54. 2-55
Customer Assistance Information ................... 8-3
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
.................... 8-2
Customer
Assistance for Text Telephone Users
......... 8-4
Damage. Finish
............................... 6-66
Damage. Sheet Metal
............................ 6-66
Daytime Running Lamps
......................... 2-44
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light
............ 2-77
Dead Battery ................................... 5-3
Defects. Reporting Safety
........................ 8- 10
Defensive Driving ............................... 4-2
Defogger. Rear Window
.......................... 3-6
Defogging and Defrosting ......................... 3-6 Dolby@
B Noise Reduction ........................ 3-15
Door
DomeLamps
.................................. 2-46
Locks
....................................... 2-5
StoragePocket
............................... 2-52
Third
........................................ 2-4
Downshifting
.................................. 2-21
Driver Position
................................. 1-15
Driving City
........................................ 4-32
Defensive
.................................... 4-2
Drunken
..................................... 4-3
Freeway
.................................... 4-33
Guidelines
.................................. 4-14
InaBlizzard
................................. 4-39
IntheRain
.................................. 4-29
Night
...................................... 4-27
Off-Road
................................... 4-14
OnCurves
................................... 4-9
On Grades While Towing
a Trailer ............... 4-56
On Hill and Mountain Roads
.................... 4-35
OnSnowandIce
............................. 4-37
Throughwater
............................... 4-31
WetRoads
.................................. 4-29
Winter
...................................... 4-37
With a Trailer
................................ 4-54
Drunken Driving
................................ 4-3
Easy Entry Seat ................................ 1-7
Electrical Equipment. Adding
........... 2- 14. 3-24. 6-70
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