engine oil GMC SIERRA CLASSIC 2007 Service Manual

(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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At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
on page 486for further details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure
to keep your engine oil at the proper level
can cause damage to your engine not covered
by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 502for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add the
proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure
they are inated to the correct pressures. Do not
forget to check the spare tire. SeeInation - Tire
Pressure on page 551. Check to make sure the
spare tire is stored securely. SeeChanging a Flat
Tire on page 564.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 553.
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Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular
brake, set the parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure
from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the
vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding
ability: With the engine running, shift to
PARK (P). Then release the parking brake
followed by the regular brake.
Contact your GM Goodwrench
®dealer if service is
required.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take
care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
This maintenance section applies to vehicles with
a gasoline engine. If your vehicle has a diesel
engine, see the maintenance schedule section in
the DURAMAX
®Diesel Engine Supplement.
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name,
part number, or specication may be obtained from
your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets
GM Standard GM6094M and
displays the American Petroleum
Institute Certied for Gasoline
Engines starburst symbol.
GM Goodwrench
®oil meets all the
requirements for your vehicle. To
determine the proper viscosity for
your vehicle’s engine, seeEngine
Oil (Gasoline Engine) on page 486.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 502.
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts (Gasoline Engines)
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your GM
dealer.
If your vehicle has a diesel engine see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX
®Diesel
Engine Supplement.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco®Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
High Capacity 25313349 A1518C
Standard 25313348* A1519C*
Oil Filter
4.3L V6 25010792 PF47
4.8L V8; 5.3L V8; 6.0L V8 89017524 PF48
8.1L V8 25324052 PF454
Spark Plugs
4.3L V6 89017883 41-932
4.8L V8; 5.3L V8; 6.0L V8 12571164 41-985
8.1L V8 12578277 41-983
Wiper Blades (ITTA Type)
22 inches (56.0 cm)15153642 —
*A1518C high-capacity air cleaner lter may be substituted.
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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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Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block........ 602
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 600
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 600
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 603
Windshield Wiper..................................... 599
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 256
Fuel......................................................... 264
Oil Pressure............................................. 262
Speedometer........................................... 246
Tachometer.............................................. 246
Transmission Temperature........................ 257
Voltmeter Gage........................................ 253
Garage Door Opener..........................191, 192
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 470
Specications........................................... 471
Glove Box................................................... 202
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 643
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 212
Head Restraints............................................ 18
Headlamps.........................................221, 533
Automatic Headlamp System.................... 223
Bulb Replacement.................................... 532
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 222
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 216
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Daytime Running Lamps....................... 534
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 532
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 215
On Reminder........................................... 222
Pickup Box Identication and Fender
Marker Lamps...................................... 538
Roof Marker Lamps................................. 535
Heated Seats................................................ 11
Heater................................................230, 231
Heater......................................................... 235
Highbeam On Light..................................... 263
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 399
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 400
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 478
Release................................................... 479
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Manual Windows......................................... 129
Memory Seat and Mirrors.............................. 12
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 270
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
Compass and Temperature Display....... 180
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature
Display................................................. 176
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 176
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror........... 187
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 188
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors............. 187
Outside Heated Mirrors............................ 188
Outside Manual Mirrors............................ 183
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors.............. 186
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 185
Outside Trailer-Tow Mirrors....................... 183
Outside West Coast-Type Mirrors............. 185
MyGMLink.com............................................ 641
N
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 134
Noise Control System, Tampering................ 531
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 632
O
Odometer.................................................... 246
Odometer, Trip............................................ 246
Off-Road Driving.......................................... 372
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 369
Oil
Engine..................................................... 486
Pressure Gage......................................... 262
Oil, Engine Oil Life System ......................... 489
Older Children, Restraints............................. 44
Online Owner Center................................... 641
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual........ 189
Other Warning Devices................................ 213
Outlet Adjustment........................................ 243
Outlet(s), Accessory Power.......................... 228
Outside
Automatic Dimming Mirror........................ 187
Convex Mirror.......................................... 188
Curb View Assist Mirrors.......................... 187
Heated Mirrors......................................... 188
Manual Mirrors......................................... 183
Power Foldaway Mirrors........................... 186
Power Mirrors.......................................... 185
Trailer-Tow Mirrors................................... 183
West Coast-Type Mirrors.......................... 185
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