coolant temperature GMC SIERRA 2007 User Guide

Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Notice:If the pressure cap is not tightly
installed, coolant loss and possible engine
damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly
and tightly secured.
The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully
installed on the coolant surge tank. SeeEngine
Compartment Overview on page 498for more
information on location.
Engine Overheating
If your vehicle has the DURAMAX®Diesel engine,
see the DURAMAX®Diesel manual for more
information.
You will nd a coolant temperature gage on your
vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gage on page 258.
In addition, you will nd ENGINE OVERHEATED
STOP ENGINE, ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE
ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
messages in the Driver Information Center (DIC)
on the instrument panel. SeeDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 279.
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2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly,
and remove it.
3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper
mixture, to the FULL COLD mark.4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off,
start the engine and let it run until the engine
coolant temperature gage indicates
approximately 195°F (90°C).
By this time, the coolant level inside the
coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level
is lower, add more of the proper mixture
to the coolant surge tank until the level
reaches the FULL COLD mark.
5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the
pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated.
6. Verify coolant level after engine is shut off
and the coolant is cold. If necessary, repeat
coolant ll procedure Steps 1 through 6.
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Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer uid needs to be added,
be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions
before use. Use a uid that has sufficient
protection against freezing in an area where the
temperature may fall below freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Your vehicle has a low washer uid message in
the DIC that comes on when the washer uid
is low. The message is displayed for 15 seconds
at the start of each ignition cycle. When the
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message
displays, you will need to add washer uid to the
windshield washer uid reservoir.
Open the cap with the
washer symbol on it.
Add washer uid
until the tank is full. See
Engine Compartment
Overview on page 498
for reservoir location.Notice:
When using concentrated washer uid,
follow the manufacturer’s instructions
for adding water.
Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer
uid. Water can cause the solution to
freeze and damage your washer uid tank
and other parts of the washer system.
Also, water does not clean as well
as washer uid.
Fill your washer uid tank only
three-quarters full when it is very cold.
This allows for uid expansion if freezing
occurs, which could damage the tank if it is
completely full.
Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in
your windshield washer. It can damage
the vehicle’s windshield washer system
and paint.
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(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all
your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are working properly. Look for
any other loose or damaged safety belt system
parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety
belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also
look for any opened or broken airbag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. The
airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, body door
hinges, hood latch assembly, secondary latch,
pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, tailgate hinges,
tailgate linkage, tailgate handle pivot points,
latch bolt, fuel door hinge, locks, and folding seat
hardware. More frequent lubrication may be
required when exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(g)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation. Check to be sure vent hose
is unobstructed, clear, and free of debris.(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter
if the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 513 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid if
needed.
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Cleaning (cont.)
Weatherstrips........................................... 601
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 603
Climate Control System......................234, 237
Dual Automatic......................................... 238
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 245
Clock.......................................................... 301
Collision Damage Repair............................. 657
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 41
Compass............................................169, 173
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 128
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 378
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 258
Heater, Engine......................................... 136
Surge Tank Pressure Cap........................ 516
Cooling System........................................... 520
Cruise Control............................................. 218
Cruise Control Light.................................... 265
Cupholder(s)................................................ 196
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 653
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone
(TTY) Users.......................................... 648
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 648
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 644
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...... 649Customer Assistance Information (cont.)
Reporting Safety Defects to General
Motors.................................................. 662
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 662
Reporting Safety Defects to the United
States Government............................... 662
Roadside Assistance Program.................. 650
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 663
D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 222
Defensive Driving........................................ 374
Delayed Locking.......................................... 119
Disc, MP3..........................................339, 345
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 487
Dome Lamp Override.................................. 226
Dome Lamps............................................... 226
Door
Delayed Locking...................................... 119
Locks....................................................... 118
Power Door Locks................................... 119
Programmable Automatic Door Locks....... 119
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Door (cont.)
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 120
Rear Doors.............................................. 121
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 28
Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 267
DIC Operation and Displays............268, 275
DIC Vehicle Customization....................... 289
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 279
Driving
At Night................................................... 407
City.......................................................... 412
Defensive................................................. 374
Drunken................................................... 375
Freeway................................................... 413
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 416
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 408
Off-Road.................................................. 390
Recovery Hooks....................................... 424
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 423
Winter...................................................... 418
Dual Automatic Climate Control System....... 238
Dual Tire Operation..................................... 560
DVD
Rear Seat Entertainment System............. 355E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 608
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block........ 611
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 608
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 609
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 608
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 612
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 608
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 505
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 260
Coolant.................................................... 513
Coolant Heater......................................... 136
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 258
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 639
Engine Compartment Overview................ 498
Exhaust................................................... 167
Fan Noise................................................ 525
Oil ........................................................... 500
Oil Life System........................................ 503
Overheated Protection Operating Mode.... 519
Overheating............................................. 516
Starting.................................................... 134
Entry Lighting.............................................. 226
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Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 656
Exit Lighting................................................ 226
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 44
Exterior Lamps............................................ 221
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 505
Finish Damage............................................ 605
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 371
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 211
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 214
Flat Tire...................................................... 576
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 576
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 592
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 508
Power Steering........................................ 526
Windshield Washer.................................. 527
Fog Lamp
Fog .......................................................... 224
Fog Lamp Light........................................... 265
Four-Wheel Drive...............................147, 539
Four-Wheel-Drive Light................................ 265
Front Axle................................................... 541Fuel............................................................ 488
Additives.................................................. 490
California Fuel.......................................... 489
E85 (85% Ethanol)................................... 491
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 495
Filling Your Tank...................................... 493
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 492
Gage....................................................... 266
Gasoline Octane...................................... 489
Gasoline Specications............................ 489
Low Warning Light................................... 267
Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block........ 611
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 608
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 609
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 612
Windshield Wiper..................................... 608
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 258
Fuel......................................................... 266
Oil Pressure............................................. 263
Speedometer........................................... 248
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