1994 GMC SIERRA Owners Manual

Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on
the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can
occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame,
floor pan, and
exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
At least every spring, tlush these materials from the underbody
with plain
water. Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Dirt packed
in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. Your
dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout.
Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your
vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped
discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Although no defect
in the paint job causes this, GM will repair, at no charge
to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition
within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20
000 km) of purchase, whichever
comes first.
This applies
only to materials manufactured and sold by General Motors.
Bodies, body conversions or equipment
not made or sold by General Motors
are not covered.
Appearance Care Materials Chart
PART NO.
1050172
I050 173
1050174 1050214
1050244
SIZE
16 oz. (0.473L)
16 oz. (0.473L)
I6
oz. (0.473L)
32
oz. (0.946L)
16 oz. (0.473L)
PRODUCT USAGE
Tar and Road Oil
Removes old
Remover waxes, polishes,
tar and road
oil
Chrome Cleaner Removes rust and
and Polish corrosion
on
chrome and
stainless steel
White Sidewall
Tire Cleaner
Vinyl Leather
Cleaner
Fabric Cleaner Cleans
white and
black tires
Spot and stain
removal on
leather or
vinyl
Spot and stain
removal on cloth
and fabric
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PART NO.
I050427
1050429
I050729
1051055 1051398
1052870
105020
1
SIZE
23 oz. (0.680L)
6 lbs. (2.72 kg)
8 oz. (0.237L)
16 02. (0.473L)
8 oz. (0.237L)
16 oz. (0.473L)
16 oz. (0.473L)
PRODUCT
Glass Cleaner
Multi-Purpose Powder Cleaner
Vinyl Top Cleaner
Preservatone Spot Lifter
Wash-Wax (conc.)
Magic Mirror
Cleaner-Polish
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
USAGE
Glass cleaning
and spot cleaning
on vinyls
Cleans
vinyl and
cloth
on door
trim, seats, and
carpet-also tires
and mats.
Cleaning
of vinyl
tops
Vinyl top dressing
Spot and stain
removal
on cloth
and fabric
Exterior wash
Exterior cleaner
and polish
This is
the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front
corner
of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you
look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the
certificates
of title and registration.
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Engine Identification
The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help
'ou identify your engine, specifications, and replacement parts.
4- '
4
Y
1
P
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Service Parts 1dent;fkation Label
You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box.
-
WHEELBASE
Service Ports identification . DO NOT REMOVE
VEHICLE < M)ooooMN)~ooooo %oooo OW00 J- MODELDESIGNATION
IDENTIFICATION
ARL ~02 ~65 ~6y B~A B9K C60 018 D35 E52 E6E E92 FLT GU1 JM7 NUMBER OPTIONCONTENT K19 K64 LC3 MX1 M31 NA5 NE1
QMXVK3 Vc2 VY1 VY4 V73 ‘f19
6BJ 62L 62U 67D 671 679 7BJ BHJ 9HJ
c PAINTTECHNOLOGY EXTERIOR COLORS ORDER NUMBER
It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:
your VIN,
the model designation,
0 paint information, and
a list of all production options and special equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
Add-on Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you che\
ck
with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage
your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other
components from working as they should.
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Specification Charts
Replacement Parts
Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest
information available at the time
of printing, and are subject to change. If a
part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle
when
it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM
truck dealer.
Engine Identification - Gas Engines
Engine
Type
VIN Code
Fuel System
Produced By
Emissions 4.3L
V6
z
TBI?
U.S.
LD*/HD**
5.0L
V8
H
TB
I?
U.S., CAN.
LD
"Light Duty Emissions with
8500 GVWR and below or:
**Heavy Duty Emissions with
8501 GVWR and above
?Throttle Body Injection
Engine Identification - Gas Engines (cont.)
Engine
Type
VIN Code
Fuel System
Produced By
Emissions 5.7L
V8
K
TB I?
U.S., CAN.
LD4:/HD**
*Light Duty Emissions with
8500 GVWR and below or:
*:kHeavy Duty Emissions with 8501 GVWR and above
?Throttle Body Injection
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Engine ldenfificafion - Diesel Engines
Engine
Type VIN Code
Fuel System
Produced
By
Emissions
6.5L
V8
P
Diesel
U.S.
LD
Wheel Nut Torque
MODEL
C 1500
K 1500 & C-K 2500
C-K 2500 (w/C6P)
C-K 3500-Single Rear
Wheels
C3500-Dual Rear Wheels
C3500 HD-Front
C3500 HD-Rear
6.5L
V8
S
Turbo Diesel
us.
LD
DESCRIPTION
5 bolts (I41nm)
6 bolts (14mm)
8 bolts ( I4mm)
8 bolts (14mm)
8 bolts (14mm)
5 bolts (5/8 in.)
10 bolts (5/8 in.)
6.5L
V8
F
Turbo Diesel
U.S.
HD
TORQUE
120 ft. Ibs. (160 Nom)
120 ft. lbs. ( 160 Nom)
120 ft. lbs. (160 Nom)
120 ft. lbs.
(1 60 Nom)
140 ft. Ibs. (190 Nom)
175
ft. lbs. (240 Nom)
175
ft. Ibs. (240 Nom)
Cooling System Capacity
ENGINE
4.3L
VIN QTY Without A/C* QTY With AlC*
2 10.9 Quarts (10.3 Liters) 10.9 Quarts (10.3 Liters)
5 .OL H 17.5 Quarts (16.5 Liters) 18 Quarts (17 Liters)
5.7L
K 17.5 Quarts (16.5 Liters) 18 Quarts (17 Liters)
5.7L w/3500
K 26.5 Quarts (25 Liters) 27 Quarts (25.5 Liters)
HD
6.5L P 25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
6.5L
S 25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
6.5L
F 26.5 Quarts (25 Liters)
7.4L
N 23 Quarts (22 Liters)
7.4L
w/3500 N 26.5 Quarts (25 Liters)
HD
25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
26.5 Quarts (25 Liters)
25 Quarts (23.5 Liters)
28.5 Quarts (27 Liters)
After refill, the level MUST be checked as outlined under “Engine Cooling
System”
in Section 5.
*All quantities are approximate.
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Crankcase Capacity
ENGINE VIN QTY Without Filter*
4.3L Z 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters)
5.7L**
K 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters)
5
.OL
H 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters)
6.5L
Pt -
6.5L st -
6.5L H- -
7 .a* * N 6 Quarts (5.7 Liters)
QTY With Filter*
4.5 Quarts (4.3 Liters)
5 Quarts (4.8 Liters)
5 Quarts (4.8 Liters)
7 Quarts
(6.5 Liters)
7 Quarts (6.5 Liters)
7 Quarts (6.5 Liters)
7 Quarts (6.5 Liters)
After refill, the level MUST be checked as outlined under “\
Engine Oil And
Filter Recommendations’’ in Section
5.
*All quantities are approximate.
**Add one additional quart for C3500
HD Models.
?Oil filter should be changed at EVERY oil change.
Fuel Tank Capacity
TYPE
GasolineDiesel with Short Bed
with Long Bed
Crew Cab Standard
Chassis-Cab Models Standard (Side Tank)
Optional (Rear Tank)
3500
HD Models
Standard (Side Tank)
Optional (Rear Tank)
QUANTITY
26 Gallons (98 Liters) 34 Gallons (128 Liters)
34 Gallons (128 Liters)
23 Gallons (87 Liters)
3 1 Gallons (1 17 Liters)
23 Gallons (87 Liters)
3 1 Gallons (1 17 Liters)
All quantities are for a completely
dry tank and are approximate.
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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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