automatic transmission fluid GMC SIERRA CLASSIC 2007 User Guide

(k)Inspect system. Check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and
condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle
has one, works properly.
(m)Change automatic transmission uid and
external transmission lter 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.
(n)Vehicles with diesel engine or with GVWR
above 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) only: Inspect shields
for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as
required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable to vehicles sold in the United States
and recommended for vehicles sold in Canada.
(p)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter or change indicator (if equipped)
at each engine oil change.(q)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help
ensure the safety, dependability, and emission
control performance of your vehicle. Your
GM Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you with
these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 629.
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000
Miles (160, 1 600 and 10 000 km)
Check dual wheel nut torque. For proper torque,
seeCapacities and Specications on page 609.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Hydraulic
Clutch SystemHydraulic Clutch Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345347,
in Canada 10953517) or equivalent
DOT-3 brake uid.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Manual
Transmission
(5–Speed with
Low Gear, RPO
MW3)GM Goodwrench
®Synthetic Manual
Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346190,
in Canada 10953477) or equivalent
SAE 75W-85 GL-4 gear oil.
Manual
Transmission
(5–Speed
without Low
Gear, RPO
MG5)Synchromesh Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345349,
in Canada 10953465).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Floor Shift
LinkageLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346293,
in Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2
Category LB or GC-LB.
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Front Axle
(1500 Series)SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 1052271,
in Canada 10950849).
Front Axle
(1500 HD,
2500, 2500 HD,
and 3500
Series)SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12378261,
in Canada 10953455) meeting
GM Specication 9986115.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Rear AxleSAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12378261,
in Canada 10953455) meeting
GM Specication 9986115.
Manual
Transfer CaseManual Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 88861800,
in Canada 88861801).
Automatic
Transfer CaseAUTO-TRAK II Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12378508,
in Canada 10953626).
Front Axle
Propshaft
Spline or
One-Piece
Propshaft
Spline
(Two-Wheel
Drive with Auto.
Trans.)Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345879,
in Canada 10953511) or lubricant
meeting requirements of
GM 9985830.
Rear Driveline
Center SplineChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,
in Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hood HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Body Door
Hinge Pins,
Tailgate Hinge
and Linkage,
Folding Seats,
and Fuel Door
HingeMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Tailgate Handle
Pivot Points,
Hinges, Latch
Bolt, and
LinkageMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningWeatherstrip Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 3634770,
in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric
Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada 992887).
Weatherstrip
SqueaksSynthetic Grease with Teon,
Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12371287,
in Canada 10953437).
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 592
Weatherstrips........................................... 592
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 594
Ashtray(s).................................................... 229
Audio System(s).......................................... 289
AM-FM Radio.......................................... 291
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 349
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player.......... 350
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 352
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 352
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 353
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 353
Radio with Cassette and CD.................... 304
Radio with CD......................................... 294
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 318
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................ 347
Setting the Time for Radios with
Radio Data Systems (RDS).................. 291
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).................. 290
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 348
Understanding Radio Reception............... 350
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 353
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 223Automatic Transmission
Fluid...............................................494, 497
Operation................................................. 140
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch.......... 226
B
Battery........................................................ 520
Battery Warning Light.................................. 253
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 398
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 361
Emergencies............................................ 363
Parking.................................................... 169
System Warning Light.............................. 254
Brakes........................................................ 517
Braking....................................................... 360
Braking in Emergencies............................... 363
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 134
Bulb Replacement....................................... 532
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
and Cargo Lamp.................................. 537
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Daytime Running Lamps....................... 534
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 532
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Engine (cont.)
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 258
Coolant.................................................... 502
Coolant Heater......................................... 139
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 256
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 633
Engine Compartment Overview................ 480
Exhaust................................................... 174
Fan Noise................................................ 514
Oil ........................................................... 486
Oil Life System........................................ 489
Overheated Protection Operating Mode.... 508
Overheating............................................. 505
Starting.................................................... 137
Entry Lighting.............................................. 227
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 650
Exit Lighting................................................ 227
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 43
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 491
Finish Damage............................................ 596
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 353
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 212Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 216
Flat Tire...................................................... 563
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 564
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 584
Fluid
Automatic Transmission...................494, 497
Manual Transmission................................ 500
Power Steering........................................ 515
Windshield Washer.................................. 516
Fog Lamps.................................................. 225
Four-Wheel Drive...............................153, 528
Four-Wheel-Drive Light................................ 263
Front Axle................................................... 529
Front Reading Lamps.................................. 227
Front Storage Area...................................... 202
Fuel............................................................ 470
Additives.................................................. 472
California Fuel.......................................... 471
E85 (85% Ethanol)................................... 473
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 477
Filling Your Tank...................................... 474
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 474
Gage....................................................... 264
Gasoline Octane...................................... 470
Gasoline Specications............................ 471
Low Warning Light................................... 265
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Light (cont.)
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 250
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 247
Security................................................... 263
Tow/Haul Mode........................................ 264
Traction Off.............................................. 256
Up-Shift................................................... 254
Lighting
Entry........................................................ 227
Exit.......................................................... 227
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 409
Locking Rear Axle....................................... 366
Lockout Protection....................................... 126
Locks
Delayed Locking...................................... 122
Door........................................................ 120
Lockout Protection................................... 126
Power Door............................................. 121
Programmable Automatic Door Locks....... 123
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 126
Loss of Control........................................... 371
Low Fuel Warning Light............................... 265
Lumbar
Power Controls.......................................... 11M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 621
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 626
At Least Once a Month............................ 626
At Least Once a Year .............................. 627
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles
(160, 1 600 and 10 000km).................. 625
Introduction.............................................. 614
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 623
Maintenance Record................................ 634
Maintenance Requirements...................... 614
Normal Maintenance Replacement
Parts.................................................... 632
Owner Checks and Services.................... 625
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 629
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 617
Using....................................................... 615
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 615
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 258
Manual Seats.................................................. 9
Manual Selectable Ride............................... 365
Manual Transmission
Fluid........................................................ 500
Operation................................................. 149
667

Tires (cont.)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 559
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 560
Wheel Replacement................................. 560
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 555
Tonneau Cover............................................ 203
Tow/Haul Mode........................................... 147
Tow/Haul Mode Light................................... 264
Towing
Power Take-Off (PTO).............................. 461
Recreational Vehicle................................. 424
Towing a Trailer....................................... 429
Your Vehicle............................................. 423
Traction
Assist System (TAS)................................ 363
Manual Selectable Ride........................... 365
Off Light.................................................. 256
Trailer
Recommendations.................................... 460
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic..............................494, 497
Fluid, Manual........................................... 500
Temperature Gage................................... 257
Up-Shift Light........................................... 254
Transmission Operation, Automatic.............. 140Transmission Operation, Manual.................. 149
Trip Odometer............................................. 246
Truck-Camper Loading Information.............. 421
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 214
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 214
U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 350
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 559
Universal Home Remote System........191, 192
Operation........................................193, 198
Up-Shift Light.............................................. 254
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 360
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 409
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Customization, DIC......................... 282
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders................................................ 650
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