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When you call, tell the towing service:
That your vehicle has rear-wheel drive, or that it has the four-wheel
drive option.
The make, model, and year of your vehicle.
Whether you can move the shift lever for the transmission and transfer
case,
if you have one.
If there was an accident, what was damaged.
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When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering
wheel should be clamped
in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping
device designed for towing service.
Do not use the vehicle’s steering
column lock for this. The transmission and transfer case,
if you have one,
should be in Neutral and
the parking brake released.
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~ NOTICE:
If
there is water in your diesel fuel and the weather is warm or
humid, fungus and bacteria can grow in the fuel. They can
damage your fuel system. You'll need
a diesel fuel biocide to
sterilize your fuel system. Your dealer can advise you if you ever
need this.
If your fuel tank needs to be purged to remove water, see your
dealer or
a qualified technician. Improper purging can damage
your fuel system.
Running Out of Fuel (Diesel Engines)
If the engine stalls and you think that you've run out of fuel, do this:
First, open the fuel
filter
air bleed valve.
If there is air, then you are probably out of
fuel.
To restart your engine:
1. If you're parked on a level surface, add at least two gallons of fuel.
However, if you're parked on a slope, you may need to add up to five
gallons of fuel.
2. With the air bleed valve open, turn your ignition key to "Sta\
rt" for 10
to 15 seconds to crank (but not start) your engine. Wait one minut\
e
between intervals of cranking to allow the starter motor to cool.
Overheating the starter could damage it. Keep doing this until you can
just see some clear fuel at the air bleed valve. (If, during this ste\
p, the
engine starts, turn the ignition
off and close the valve before restart.)
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A CAUTION:
Diesel fuel is flammable. It could start a fire if it gets on hot
engine parts. You could be burned. Don’t let too much fuel flow
from the air bleed valve, and wipe up any spilled fuel with
a
cloth.
3. Close the air bleed valve.
4. Turn the ignition key to “Start” for 10 to 15 seconds at a time until your
engine starts.
Fuel Filter Replacement (Diesel Engines)
If you want to change the fuel filter yourself, here’s how to do it:
Before you remove the filter, drain any water that may have collected in the
fuel filter or filter head. See “Water in Fuel” earlier in this section to find
out how to remove water from the fuel system.
Then, drain
fuel from the filter by opening the air bleed valve and the water
drain valve. This prevents the fuel from spilling as
you replace the filter.
Drain the fuel into
a fuel-resistant container and dispose of it properly.
A CAUTION:
Diesel fuel is flammable. It could start a fire if something ignites
it, and you could be burned. Don’t let it get on hot engine parts,
and keep matches or other ignition sources away.
I. Turn off the engine and apply the parking brake.
2. Take off the fuel tank cap. This releases vacuum in the tank.
3. The filter is located at the rear of the intake manifold.
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4. Unscrew and
remove the ring
nut from the top
of the filter head.
7. Line up the
writing on the top
of the filter
so it
faces (is readable
from) the front of
the vehicle. Push
the element in
until the mating
surfaces touch.
5. Lift the element
out of the filter
head.
6. If there is any dirt
on the element
sealing surface of
the filter head,
clean it
off.
8. With the air bleed valve open, turn your ignition key to START for 10
to 15 seconds. Wait one minute for your starter to cool. Do this until
you can see clear fuel coming from the air bleed valve.
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Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which should be made at the
time period specified to help ensure proper safety, emission performance,
and dependability
of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids
or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are
the proper ones,
as shown
in this Section.
At Least Once a Month
Tire inflation pressure check - Check the tires for proper inflation. If
they are low, inflate them to the level specified on the Certification/Tire
label. See “Loading Your Vehicle” or “Inflation-Tire Pressure”
in the Index.
At Least Once a Year
Key lock cylinder lubrication - Lubricate key lock cylinders with engine
oil. See
the “Recommended Fluid and Lubricants” chart in this section.
Transmission neutral or clutch start switch operation -
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the manual parking brake and the regular brake. See
“Brakes” and “Parking Brake”
in the Index. Do not use the accelerator
pedal.
3. Be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
4. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear.
The starter should work only
in “P’ (Park) or “N” (Neutral).
On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever
in “N” (Neutral), push
the clutch down halfway, and try to start the engine. The starter should work
only when the clutch
is pushed down all the way to the floor.
Steering column lock operation - While parked, try to turn the key to
LOCK in each gear shift position.
With an automatic transmission, the key should
turn to LOCK only when
the gear shift
is in “P” (Park).
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On vehicles with a key release lever, try to turn the key to LOCK without
pressing the lever. The key should turn to
LOCK only with the key lever
depressed.
On
all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking brake and transmission
“P” (PARK) mechanism operation -
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Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your
foot on the regular brake, set the manual parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running and the
transmission
in “N” (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the
regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking
brake only.
0 To check the “P’ (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Apply the regular
brake and shift to
“P’ (Park). Release the manual parking brake, then
slowly release the regular brake.
Lap and Shoulder Belts Condition and Operation - Inspect belt system,
including webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, guide loops and
anchors. Have
a belt assembly replaced if the webbing has been cut or
otherwise damaged.
Body Lubrication Service - Lubricate all body door hinges with engine
oil. Also lubricate the tailgate, tailgate handle pivot points, and tailgate
mounted spare tire carrier
(if equipped}. Lubricate the body hood, fuel door
and rear compartment hinges, latches and locks including interior glove box
and console doors, and any folding seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety
lever pivot and prop rod pivot. More frequent lubrication may be required
when exposed to a corrosive environment.
Periodic Maintenance Inspections - Listed below are inspections and
services which should be performed at least twice
a year (for instance each
spring or fall). You should
let your GM dealer’s service department or other
qualified service center do these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
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USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT
Propeller Shaft
SplineNniversal Joint Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12346003 or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2,
Category LB
or GC-LB.
Automatic Transmission Shift Engine Oil (GM Part
No. 1050109 or
Linkage, Floor Shift Linkage, equivalent).
Hood and Door Hinges, Body
Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate
Hinge and Linkage, Folding
Seat,
Fuel Door Hinge
Key Lock Cylinders
Chassis Lubrication
Windshield Washer Solvent and Anti-Freeze
Weatherstrip Squeaks
Weatherstrip Conditioning
Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot
Points Engine Oil
(GM Part No. 1050109
or
equivalent) or a synthetic light weight
engine oil (SAE 5W-30).
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12346003 or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
GM Optikleen washer solvent (GM Part
No. 105 15 15 or equivalent).
Spray-A-Squeek (GM Part
No.
1052277).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).
Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345 120
or equivalent).
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Roadside Assistance
GMC Truck’s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners with
over-the-phone roadside repairs or towing service for disabled vehicles.
This service combines the efforts of technically trained telephone
representatives with a network
of GMC Truck’s dealer services.
Just dial GMC Truck Roadside Assistance at 1-800-GMC TRUCK
(1-800-462-8782, Roadside Assistance prompt) to reach a qualified
representative who can assist you
in repair or arrange a tow. Other
recommended services can also be arranged for situations such as retrieving
locked-in keys, changing a tire, or delivering gasoline, at
a charge to the
owner. We also provide dealer information at no charge such as location
of
the nearest GMC Truck dealer and their hours of operation.
Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week,
365
days a year, including weekends and holidays. Should you have any
questions about roadside assistance, call the GMC Truck Roadside
Assistance Center or contact your dealer.
Courtesy Transportation
The GMC Truck Commitment Plus Program offers courtesy
transportation for customers when obtaining warranty service. The
Courtesy Transportation Program is available to retail purchasers
of
Commitment Plus eligible 1994 GMC light duty trucks. This program
is offered in conjunction with the
36 month/36,000 mile BUMPER TO
BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
0 In Canada, please consult your GM Dealer for information on
courtesy transportation.
COURTESY TRANSPORTATION INCLUDES
0 One way SHUTTLE RIDE from the dealership (up to 10 miles) for
same-day warranty repairs.
0 A loaner vehicle will be made available for overnight warranty repairs
up
to a 5 day maximum, or a $30 allowance for a rental vehicle, cab,
bus or other transportation in lieu
of a loaner. (Bringing vehicles in late
in the day, for service on the next day,
does not constitute overnight
repairs
.)
0 GAS allowance of $10 a day for rides provided by another person (i.e.,
friend, neighbor, etc.)
in lieu of rental for overnight warranty repair up
to 5 day maximum.
Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered
by
your GMC Truck dealership service management. All requests
should reflect actual costs up to and not to exceed the maxim\
um
allowable dollar limits.
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