1993 GMC SIERRA ECU

Seats dk Safety Belts
1. Make lthe belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it
along the belt.
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2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the\
child
restraint.
3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child
restraint instructions will show you how.
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5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward,
so you’ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to.
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6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on t\
he child
restraint.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is
secure.
If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and
buckle it again. Then see
if it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in
a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for
their advice.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be
ready
to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat
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You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part \
about the top strap
if the child restraint has one.
1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child
2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
restraint.
3. Pull out the vehicle’s safety belt and run the
lap part through or around
the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how. See if
the shoulder belt would go in front of the child’s face or neck. If so, put
it behind the child restraint.
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7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt \
and let it go
back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready
to work
for an adult or larger child passenger. secure.
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Features & Controls
Tailgate
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You can open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulli\
ng the tailgate
toward you.
To shut the tailgate, firmly push it away from you into the latch.
When you put the tailgate back up, pull it back towards you,
to be sure it
latches securely.
Quick-Release Tailgate
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If you have a quick-release tailgate it can be removed by:
1. Raising the tailgate slightly and removing both retaining cables.
2. Lift the tailgate at the right side and pull it out at the left side.
Reverse the above procedure to reinstall. Make sure the tailgate is secure.
Then
Vehicle theft is a big business, especially in some cities. Although your
vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
Key in the Ignition: If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside,
it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves-so don’t do it. When
you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone reminding
you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do
this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your ignition. If you have
an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your \
transmission.
And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage
area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle\
,
it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what
if you have to leave your
ignition key? What
if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
Put your valuables in a storage area or console.
Lock the console.
Lock all doors except the driver’s,
Then take the door key with you.
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You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If
you must drive, turn
off all unnecessary accessories, and have the vehicle
serviced as soon as possible.
Camper Wiring Harness
The optional 5-wire harness is stored in’ the front stake pocket on the driver’s
side of’ the bed. The harness has no connector, and should be wired by\
a
qualified electrical service person.
It must be routed out of your vehicle and
securely attached
so that it won’t be pulled or rubbed while you’re using it.
Store the -harness in its original place. Wrap the harness together and tie it
neatly
so it won3 be damaged.
The optional 7-wire harness
is stored under your vehicle along the rear frame
crossmember. The harness has a’
30 amp. in-line fused battery feed wire and
no connector, and should be wired by a qualified electrical se\
rvice person.
Securely attach
the harness to the trailer, then tape or strap it to your
vehicle’s frame rail. Be sure you leave it loose enough
so the wiring won’t
bind
or break when turning with the trailer, but not so loose that it drags on
the ground.
Store the harness in its original position. Wrap the harness together and tie it
neatly so it won’t be damaged. ,
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Your Driving and the Road
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
There are some important things to remember about how to load your
vehicle.
The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear
Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on the off-road terrain
axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can.
doesn’t toss things around.
CAUTION
Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be
3 thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers
could be injured. Keep cargo below the top
01 le seatbacks.
- Unsecured cargo on the load floor ca- >e tossecl about when
3-7 driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be strum
& by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly*
Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle’s center of gravi\
ty.
making it more likely
to roll over. You can be seriously injured
the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads inside the cargo area, not
on the roof. Keep in the cargo area as far forward and
low as Dossible.
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You’ll find other important information in this manual. See “Vehicle Loading,’’
and “Tires” in the Index.
Traveling to Remote Areas
It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going to a remote area.
Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad
surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain.
Try to learn of any blocked
or closed roads.
It’s also a good idea to travel with at least one other v\
ehicle. If something
happens to one of them, the other can help quickly.
Does your vehicle have a winch?
If so, be sure to read the winch
instructions. In a remote area,
a winch can be handy if you get stuck. But
you’ll want to know how to use
it properly.
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
It’s a good idea to practice in an area that’s safe and close to home before
you
go into the wilderness. Off-road driving does require some new and\

different driving skills. Here’s what we mean.
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Your Driving and the Road
Winter Driving
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Here are some tips for winter driving.
Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. Be sure your engi\
ne coolant
mix is correct.
Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give you less traction
on ice than regular tires.
If you do not expect to be driving in deep
snow, but may have to travel over ice, you may not want to \
switch to
snow tires at all.
You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle.\

Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom,
a supply of windshield
washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a
red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And,
if you will be
driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old
carpet or a couple
of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you
properly secure these items in your vehicle.
Driving on Snow or Ice
Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably\
have
good traction.
However,
if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you ca\
n
have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a
lot less traction or “grip” and will
need to be very careful.
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