1994 GMC SIERRA radiator cap

Radiator Pressure Cap-Gas Engines
The radiator pressure
cap must be tightly
installed with the
arrows
on the cap
lined
up with the
overflow tube
on the
radiator filler neck.
NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and
must be tightly installed to prevent coolant
loss and possible
engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows
on the cap
line
up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Surge Tank Pressure Cap- Diesel Engines
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NOTICE:
Your surge tank pressure cap is a unique 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap for use with surge tank cooling systems only.
It must be tightly installed to prevent coolant
loss and possible
engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the top tube
of the coolant surge tank.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine
coolant system. The thermostat stops
the flow of coolant through the
radiator
until the coolant reaches a preset temperature.
When
you replace your thermostat, an AC" thermostat is recommended.
Power Steering Fluid
NOTICE:
Always turn the engine off before checking or adding power
steering fluid. The power steering pump cap is close to the fan
and other moving parts.
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
Unscrew the cap and
wipe the dipstick
with
a clean rag. Replace
the cap and completely
tighten it. Then
remove the cap again
and
look at the fluid
level on the dipstick.
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Windshield Washer Fluid
To Add
Open the cap labeled
“WASHER FLUID
ONLY.” Add washer
fluid until
the bottle is
full.
NOTICE:
When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.
Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can
cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid
tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water
doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Fill your washer fluid tank only 314 full when it’s very cold.
This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is
completely full.
Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It
can damage your washer system and paint.
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Service Replacement Part and Filter
Recommendations
- Gas Engines
Engine
VIN
Oil Filter
Air Cleaner Filter
PCV Valve
Spark Plugs*
Fuel Filter Radiator Cap
4.3L
z
PF52
A178CW. CV789C
.CR43TS
GF48
1
RC36
5.OL
H
PF1218T A348C
cv774c
.CR43TS GF48
1
RC36
5.7L
K
PF1218t A348C
cv774c
.CR43TS GF48 1
RC36
“four Wheel Drive Vehicle -use a PF52 oil filter
*Use AC copper-cored resister type spark plugs
Service Replacement Part and Filter
Recommendations
- Diesel Engines
Engine
VIN
Oil Filter
Air Cleaner
Fuel Filter Surge Tank Cap 6.5L
P
PF1218
A9 17C
TP 1006
RC33
6.5L
S
PF1218 A917C
TP 1006
RC33
7.4L
N
PF1218 A348C
cv774c
.CR43TS GF48
1
RC36
6.5L
F*
PF1218 A917C
TP 1006
RC33
“Heavy Duty Emission Engine
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning
system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is
used.
If you’re not sure, ask your GM dealer. For additional information, see
your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” booklet.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
TYPE
Refrigerant R 134A
QTY
2.25 lbs. (1.020 kg)
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Explanation Of Scheduled Mainienance Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in the maintenance charts.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in this section. Make sure
whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and
all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
1. ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE“‘ - ALWAYS USE
SJ3 ENERGY CONSERVING I1 (GASOLINE ENGINE) OR CF-4/SH
(DIESEL ENGINE) QUALITY OILS
OF THE PROPER VISCOSITY.
To determine the preferred viscosity oil for your vehicle’s engine (e.g.
SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30), see “Engine Oil”
in the Index.
2. CHASSIS LUBRICATION - Lubricate the front suspension, king
pin bushings, steering linkage, transmission, and transfer case shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, rear driveline center splines and
front axle propshaft splines, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal
springs at the intervals specified.
If you have a 3500
HD, lubricate the king pins and king pin bushings,
every
1,500 miles (2500 km) for Maintenance Schedule I, or every
3,000 (5000 km) for Maintenance Schedule 11.
Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their
temperature
is 10” F (-12”C), or higher. When the weather is cold, let
them warm up before lubrication or
they could be damaged.
Also, be sure
to check all the vehicle fluid levels at this time.
3.
CLUTCH FORK BALL STUD LUBRICATION (5-SPEED
MANUAL TRANSMISSION WITH DEEP LOW
) - Lubricate the
clutch fork ball stud through the fitting
on the clutch housing.
Lubricant must be added “sparingly” to
the fitting, as only .0066 lb.
(.003 kg) is required to lubricate the ball stud surface. Do not add
lubricant more often than the intervals
in the Maintenance Charts. Too
much lubricant will damage the clutch assembly.
4. COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE”’? - Drain, flush and refill system
with new coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for
the proper
coolant and mixture to use
in your vehicle.
Also inspect the hoses and replace them
if they are cracked, swollen, or
deteriorated. Tighten all hose clamps (except constant tension clamps).
Remove debris and clean the outside of the radiator and air
conditioning condenser. Wash the radiator neck.
To ensure proper
operation, pressure test.
the radiator and cap.
* An Emission Control Service
?A fluid
loss in these systems may indicate a problem. Have them
inspected and repaired at once.
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F
FanNoise ...................................................... 5-25
Filter Replacement Chart
.......................................... 6-94
Finish Care
........................................................ 6-85
Damage
..................................................... 6-86
Automatic Transmission
........................................ 6-30
Brake
....................................................... 647
Coolant
..................................................... 5-17
Capacities .............................................. 6-92, 6-93
FrontAxle
................................................... 6-37
Hydraulicclutch
.............................................. 6-35
LeakCheck
............................................. 6-47. 6-51
ManualTransmission .......................................... 6-33
Power Steering
............................................... 6-43
Radiator
..................................................... 5-17
Rear Axle ................................................... 6-39
Recommended Fluids
.......................................... 7-25
Transfer Case
................................................ 6-36
Windshield Washer
............................................ 6-45
Four-WheelDrive ............................................... 244
Transfer Case
........................................... 2-35, 6-36
Front Axle ................................................... 6-37
Fuel (Diesel Engines)
............................................. 6-11
Cold Weather Operation ......................................... 6-6
Filter Replacement ............................................ 6-11
Fuel Requirements ............................................. 6-4
Gage
....................................................... 2-78
RunningOutOf
.............................................. 6-10
Tankcapacity ................................................ 6-93
WaterinFuel
................................................. 2-71
Fuel (Gasoline Engines)
............................................ 6-4
FillingYourTank
............................................. 6-13
Foreign Countries
............................................. 6-12
Gage
....................................................... 2-78
Gasolines for Cleaner Air
........................................ 6-5
Tankcapacity
................................................ 6-93
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
................................... 6-64. 6-96
FuseBlock ............................................. 6-63, 6-95
Headlights
.............................................. 6-62-6-97
Trailer Wiring Harness
......................................... 6-62
Windshield Wipers
....................................... 6-45, 6-96
Fluid
Power Windows and Other
Power Options ......................... 6-62
Gages ......................................................... 2-78
Coolant Temperature Gage
...................................... 2-79
FuelGage
................................................... 2-78
Odometer
................................................... 2-68
Oil Pressure Gage ............................................. 2-80
Speedometer
................................................. 2-68
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Power DoorLocks
................................................... 2-6
Steering
...................................................... 4-8
Steering Fluid ................................................ 6-43
Winches ..................................................... 4-36
Power Take-Off (PTO) ........................................... 4-37
Product Service Publications
........................................ 8-6
Radiator Pressure Cap
............................................ 6-42
Radio (see “Audio Systems”)
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
................................ 7-25
Replacement Parts ............................................... 6-91
Reporting Safety Defects ........................................... 8-5
Roadside Assistance ............................................... 8-5
RockingYourVehicle ............................................ 5-41
Recovery Hooks ................................................. 5-41
Safety Belts
.................................................... 1-10
Adults ...................................................... 1-15
Center Passenger Position ....................................... 1-24
Cleaning
.................................................... 6-84
Checking Restraint System ......................................
Child Restraints ...............................................
Children ....................................................
DriverPosition ...............................................
Extender ....................................................
Lapshoulder .................................................
Large Children ...............................................
Properwear .................................................
Questions and Answers .........................................
Rearseatpassengers ...........................................
ReminderLight ...............................................
Right Front Passenger Position ...................................
Small Children and Babies ......................................
Use During Pregnancy .........................................
SafetyChains ...................................................
Replacing After a Crash ........................................
WhyTheyWork ..............................................
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1-32
1-30
1-16
1-43
1-16
1-41
1-15
1-14
1-25
1-15
1-44
1-23
1-30
1-23
1-11
4-41
Safety Warnings and Symbols ........................................ vi
Scheduled Maintenance Services
..................................... 7-3
Seats
Controls
...................................................... 1-2
Easy Entry Seat ................................................ 1-6
Latches
.................................................. 1-5, 1-9
ManualFront .................................................. 1-2
PowerDriver’s
................................................ 1-3
Rear ......................................................... 1-8
Reclining ..................................................... 1-3
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