1993 GMC SIERRA lock

Pzloblenrs on the Road
Pull the retainer through the wheel center. Attach the ratchet,\
with the UP
side facing you, to the wheel wrench. Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench
into the hole in the rear bumper. Turn the ratchet until the tire is raised
against the underside
of the vehicle.
You will hear
two “clicks” when the tire is secure, but pull on the tire to
make sure.
Return the jack, ratchet, wheel wrench and jack extensions to their location
behind the passenger’s seat. Secure the items and replace th\
e jack cover
if
there is one.
Storing Tire ln Pickup Bed
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1. Place the bolt through the bottom wheel nut hole. Be sure the valve
2. Place the nut on the bolt and turn it clockwise until the ti\
re is secure.
faces out.
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Engine Block Heater:
An engine block heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very
cold weather,
0°F (-18°C) or colder. If your vehicle has this option, see
“Engine Block Heater” in the Index.
What to Do with Used Oil:
I CAUTION I
Used engine oil contains things that have caused skin cancer
laboratory animals. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin fo\
r very
I
Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good han\
d
cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containin\
g
used engine oil.
Used-oil can be a real threat
to the environment. If you change your own oil,
be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disp\
osal. Don’t ever
dispose of oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers,
or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place
that collects used
oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used
oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling \
center for help.
Engine Oil (Diesel Engines)
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil level every time you get fuel. In
order
to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle\
must
be on level ground.
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Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil
pan. If you don’t the
oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
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I
IC Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others
to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air,
it stops flame
if the engine backfires. If it isn't there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Don't drive with it
off, and be careful working on
the engine with the air cleaner
off.
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And,
dirt can easily get into your engine, which will dan le
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air cleaner in place when you're driving.
To remove the air cleaner filter on a gas engine, turn the wing nuts
counterclockwise. Remove the cover and change the filter.
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On a 6.2L diesel engine there are two wing nuts. On a 6.5L \
diesel engine, unhook the clips.
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3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid
level must be in the
COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or
cross-hatched area for a hot check.
4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the
way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place.
How To Add Fluid:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission
fluid
to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index.
If the fluid level
is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level
up
to the COLD area for a cold check or the HOT area for a hot check. It
doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint. Don’t overfill. We
recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@IIE, because fluids \
with that
label are especially made for your automatic transmission. Damag\
e caused by
fluid other than
DEXRON@IIE is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How To
Check”.
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the
way; then flip the handle down
to lock the dipstick in place.
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Accelerator cables and cruise control cables should not be lubr\
icated. Any
cables that are worn or are hard to pull should be replaced. \
Remove external deposits from injector pump face cam on 6.2L d\
iesel
engines, when the engine is cold.
Hood Latches and Hood Hinge
Your maintenance schedule will tell you how often to lubricate the \
hood latch
and hood hinge assembly. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubrican\
ts” in the
Index for the proper lubricant to use.
Propeller Shaft Slip Splines
See your maintenance. schedule to find out how often the slip \
splines must
be lubricated. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in \
the Index for the
proper lubricant to use.
Constant Velocity Joints
See your maintenance schedule to find out how often the consta\
nt velocity
joints must be lubricated. See “Recommended Fluids and .Lubri\
cants” in the
Index for the proper lubricant to use.
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Normal use of your vehicle will cause metal to metal wear at some points on
the cab and body
if they are not lubricated.
For exposed surfaces, such as door checks, door lock bolts, lo\
ck striker
plates, dovetail bumper wedges, etc., a thin film of engine oil should be
applied.
The seat adjusters and seat track should be lubricated with chassis grease.
Door weather strips and rubber hood bumpers should be lightly coated with a
rubber lubricant.
Never use too much of any lubricant and be sure to wipe up any extra
lubricant when you are finished.
Your maintenance schedule
will tell you how often to lubricate these Ilems.
See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for \
the proper
lubricant to use.
Lock Cylinders
To be sure your locks operate properly, they must be lubricated. \
Your vehicle’s
maintenance schedule
will tell you how often to lubricate them. See
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for the proper lubricant to
use.
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You should not use penetrating oils because they could wash out the factory
installed lubricant and cause the lock to bind. De-icers which contain alcohol
could also wash away the lubricant,
so be sure to lubricate the lock after
using a de-icer of this type.
Tailgate Handle
The tailgate handle pivot points on your vehicle should be lub\
ricated to keep
it working smoothly.
Your maintenance schedule will tell you how often to lubricate the handle.
See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for the proper
lubricant to use.
Electrical System
Battery
Every new GM vehicle has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to
add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recomme\
nd
a Delco Freedom@ battery. Get one that has the catalog number \
shown on
the original battery’s label.
Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the
black, negative
(-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery
from running down.
I - Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explod\
e. You I
1 can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the
Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hur\
t.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer periods.
Bulb Replacement
Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lights are off and the
engine isn’t running.
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Composite Headlights
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1. Remove the two screws at the top of the radiator support.
2. Pull the composite headlight lens out.
3. Unplug the electrical connector.
4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. ,
5. Put the new bulb in and turn it clockwise until it is tight.
6. Plug in the electrical connector.
7. Put the headlight back into the vehicle and tighten the two screws.
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Front Parkinflurn Signal Lights
K2681
1. Remove the screws and take out the parking/turn signal light assembly.\

K2682
2. Squeeze the tab on the side of the light socket while turning the socket
counterclockwise.
3. Pull out the socket.
4. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it counterclockwise and remove it from
the socket.
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