1994 GMC SIERRA Owners Manual

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The model number on
the replacement belt
must be listed
on the
safety belt
you want to
replace.
Pull the
shoulder belt
all the
way out to see this
label.
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Notes
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Features and Controls
Section
.
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your
vehicle. and information
on starting. shifting and braking . Also explained
are
the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything
is working properly- and what to do if you have a problem .
For explanation of vehicle symbols. refer to “Vehicle Symbols” in the
Introduction
.
Keys ..................................................... 2-3
DoorLocks
................................................ 2-5
Your Doors and How They Work .............................. 2-7
Tailgate
................................................... 2-8
Theft
............................................. ...... 2-9
New Vehicle “Break-In’’ .................................... 2-10
Ignitionswitch
............................................ 2-11
Starting Your Gasoline Engine
............................... 2-12
Starting Your Diesel Engine
................................. 2-16
Automatic Transmission
.................................... 2-21
Five-Speed Manual Transmission (With
Low Gear) ............ 2-24
Five-Speed Manual Transmission (Without Low Gear)
............ 2-25
LockingRearAxle
......................................... 2-28
ParkingBrake
............................................ 2-28
Parking Over Things That Burn
............................... 2-32
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EngineExhaust ........................................... 2-33
Running
Your Engine While You’re Parked ................... 2-33
Four-WheelDrive
......................................... 2-34
Transfer Case
.......................................... 2-35
Front Axle Locking Feature
............................... 2-36
Windows
................................................ 2-37
Horn
.................................................... 2-39
TiltWheel
............................................... 2-39
Multifunction Lever
........................................ 2-40
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
...................... 2-40
Headlight High-Low Beam
............................... 2-41
Windshield Wipers
...................................... 2-42
Windshield Washer
...................................... 2-43
Cruise Control
.......................................... 2-44
Headlights and Vehicle Lighting
.............................. 2-49
Mirrors
.................................................. 2-54
SunVisors
............................................... 2-55
Cigarette LightedAshtrays ................................... 2-57
Storage Compartments
...................................... 2-58
Instrument Cluster
......................................... 2-67
Warning Lights and Indicators
............................. 2-69
Gages
................................................ 2-78
Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Feed Wire ............. 2-82
Camper Wiring Harness
..................................... 2-83
Step Bumper Pad
.......................................... 2-84
Trailer Wiring Harness
...................................... 2-83
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Keys
The square-shaped
key is for the ignition
only.
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The oval-shaped key
is for the doors and all
other locks.
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When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the
keys, and gives them to the first owner.
Each plug has
a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith
how to make extra keys. Keep
the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your
keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs.
NOTICE:
Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent
theft. But you can have
a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle
if you ever lock your keys inside.
You may even have to damage
your vehicle to get in.
So be sure you have extra keys.
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Door Locks
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:
From the outside:
Use
your door key.
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From the inside: To
I lock the door, slide the
Power Door Locks (Option)
Press the bottom of
the power door lock
switch, marked
LOCK, on either
front door
to lock all
the doors at once.
Press the switch marked
UNLOCK to
unlock all the doors at
lever on
your door
down.
To unlock the door,
slide
the lever up.
once.
On Crew Cab models, the switch on each rear door works only that door’s
lock.
It won’t lock (or unlock) all of the doors - that’s a safety feature.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the
locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.
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