oil GMC SIERRA 1998 Owner's Guide

Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Don’t use strong soaps
or chemical detergents. Use
liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps.
You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your
dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in
the
Index.) Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum
based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning
agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed
to
dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish
with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel
to
avoid surface scratches and water spotting.
High pressure car washes may cause water to enter
your vehicle.
Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses
Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid
hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soap
to clean
exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under
“Washing Your Vehicle.”
Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by
hand may be necessary to remove residue from
the paint
finish.
You can get GM-approved cleaning products
from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials”
in the Index.) Your
vehicle may have
a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint
finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss
to the
colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that
are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat
paint finish.
I NOTICE:
Machine compounding or aggressive polishing Omi
a basecoatklearcoat paint finish may dull the
finish
or leave swirl marks.
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other
salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird
droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage your vehicle’s finish
if they remain on painted
surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If
necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked
safe
for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather
and chemical fallout
that can take their toll over a period
of years.
You can help to keep the paint finish looking
new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered
whenever possible.
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Appearance Care Materials Chart
PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE
994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth - Wax Treated
Exterior polishing cloth
1050172 16
oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt
1050173 16
oz. (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass
1050 174 16
oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls
1050214 32
oz. (0.946 L) Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops
1050427 23
oz. (0.680 L) Glass Cleaner Removes dirt, grime,
smoke and fingerprints
1052870
16 oz. (0.473 L) Wash Wax Concenmace Cleans and lightly waxes ~.
1052918”” 8 oz. (0.237 L) Armor All Protectant Protects
leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas TM , plastic,
rubber and vinyl
1052925
[ 16 oz. (0.473 L) I Multi-Purpose Interior Cleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels
I Cleaner and floor mats I I
1052929 I 16 oz. (0.473 L) I Wheel Cleaner I Spray on and rinse with water
1052930
8 oz. (0.237 L) Capture Dry Spot Remover
Attracts, absorbs and removes soils
12345002
16 oz. (0.473 L) Armor All” Cleaner Cleans
and shines a variety of surface types
12345721 2.5
sq. ft. Synthetic Chamois
Shines vehicle without scratching
12345725 12
oz. (0.354 L) Silicone Tire Shine Spray
on tire shine
12377964 16
oz. (0.473 L) Finish Enhancer Removes dust, fingerprints andsurface contaminants
12377966 16
oz. (0.473 L) Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects fish
12377984
I 16 oz. (0.473 L) I Surface Cleaner I Removes contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products.
** Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl.
See “Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index.
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing,
and are subject to change. If a part listed
in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was
built, or
if you have any questions, please contact your GM truck dealer.
These specifications are for information only.
If you have any questions, see the service manual for the chassis or
refer
to the body manufacturer's publications.
VIN Code
Oil Filter';"
Air Cleaner Filter*
PCV Valve*
Spark Plugs*
Fuel Filter*
Wiper Blades**
Wiper Blade Type
Wiper Blade Length
w M
PF52 PF12 18.1
A 1300C??
A 1300C??
CV746C CV796C
4 1-932 4 1-932
GF626 GF626
22154886 22 154886
Trico Trico
18 inches (45.0 cm) 18 inches
(45.0 cm)
"AC part number
**GM part number
?Use
a PF52 oil filter if your vehicle has four-wheel drive.
??A1301C high-capacity air cleaner filter.
R J
PF1218? PF1218
A 1300C?? A 1300C??
CV796C cv774c
4 1-932 4 1-932
GF626 GF626
22 154886 22154886
Trico Trico
18 inches (45.0 cm) I8
inches (45.0 cm)
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Cooling System Capacity (Approximate)
After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling
System” in the Index.
Engine
“VORTEC” 4300
“VORTEC” 5000
“VORTEC” 5700
“VORTEC” 7400
“VORTEC”
7400 w/3500 HD
VLN
w
M
R
J
J
Quantity
13 quarts (12.3 L)
17.5 quarts (16.6 L)
17.5 quarts (16.6
L)
25 quarts (23.5 L)
28.5 quarts (27
L)
Crankcase Capacity (Approximate)
After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough
engine oil
so that the fluid is within the proper operating
range. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.
Engine
“VORTEC” 4300
“VORTEC” 5000
“VORTEC” 5700
“VORTEC” 7400
VIN Quantity with Filter?
w 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
M 5 quarts (4.8 L)
R 5 quarts (4.8 L)
J 6.6 quarts (6.3 L)
foil filter should be changed at every oil change.
Fuel Tank Capacity (Approximate)
PPe Quantity
Short Bed
26 gallons (98 L)
Long Bed
34 gallons (128
L)
Standard Crew Cab 34 gallons (128 L)
Chassis-Cab Front Tank 2 1 gallons (79 L)
Chassis-Cab Rear Tank
18 gallons (68
L)
3500 HD Models Front Tank
21 gallons (79 L)
3500 HD Models Rear Tank
18 gallons (68
L)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If
you’re not sure, ask your dealer.
See the refrigerant charge label under the
hood for
information regarding refrigerant capacity.
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LE
IMPORTANT-
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
,VEL AND CHANGE
RECOMMENDED
AS
Have you purchased the GM Protection Pl~rn? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle M:u-ranties. See your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet,
or your GM
dealer-for details.
Introduction
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the
environment.
All recommended maintenance procedures
are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality
of the air we breathe. Improper fluid
levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level
of emissions from your vehicle.
To help protect our
environment, and to keep your vehicle
in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
How This Section is Organized
The remainder of this section is divided into five parts:
“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows
what to have done and how often. Some
of these
services can be complex,
so unless YOLI are technically
qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should
let
your dealer‘s service department or another qualified
service center do these
jobs.
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Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Definition -- Gasoline Engines
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to I6 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving
in stop-and-go traffic).
You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or
off-road frequently.
You frequently tow a trailer.
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One oj*tlw reclsorzs yo14 sl~or.~ld~foIlo~~~ this scI~edniv if
you operate yo1.w vehicle urlcler CIIZJ ojthese cor-zditions
is that these cwm1ition.s CCJLIS~ eqirw oil to break
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Short Trip/City Intervals -- Gasoline Engines
Every
3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis
Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Drive Axle Service (or 3 months, whichever
occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Shields and
Underhood Insulation Inspection (GVWR above
8,500 lbs. only). Front Wheel Bearing Repack
(2WD only) (or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Replacement.
Transmission Service (vehicles over
8600 GVWR or
driven under severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines
Inspection. Exhaust Gas Recirculation System
Inspection. Evaporative Control System Inspection.
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Maintenance Schedule
I Short Trip/City Intervals -- Gasoline Engines I
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark
Plug Replacement. Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions). Positive
Crankcase Ventilation
(PCV) Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first). Follow this maintenance
schedule
only if none of the
conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance
Schedule is true.
Do not use this schedule if the vehicle
is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used
off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for
these conditions.
Driving CI Ldzicle r+*ith CI fL1ly warmed engine urzder
highvvcry conditions
causes engine oil to break
dowm slorvcr.
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Maintenance Schedule
Long TriplHighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines
Every
7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Shields and
Underhood Insulation Inspection (GVWR above
8,500 lbs. only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter
Replacement. Front Wheel Bearing Repack
(2WD only) (or at each brake relining, whichever
occurs first).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (vehicles over
8600 GVWR
or driven under severe conditions only).
I Long; TripMighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines I
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines
Inspection. Exhaust Gas Recirculation System
Inspection. Evaporative Control System Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions). Positive
Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
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1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I
4:::: Drive axle service (see "Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants"
in the Index for proper lubricant to use):
0 Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first
engine oil change. At subsequent oil changes, check
fluid level and add fluid as needed.
If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km).
Standard Differential -- Check fluid level and add
fluid as needed at every oil change.
If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer. drain fluid and refill
every 15,000 miles (25
000 km).
More frequent lubrication may be required for
0 3500 HD Models with applications requiring
heavy-duty
or off-road use.
extreme overload/trailer towing conditions and
high-speed (above
45 mph or 70 km/h) conditions
for extended periods of time must have the drive axle
fluid changed every
30,000 miles (50 000 km).
See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in
this section.
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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
Ci Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
An Etnission Comd Service.
(See footnote #.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote $'*.)
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
0 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper
An Emission Colztr-ol Service.
(See footnote #.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An EInisston Control Service.
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DATE
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