1995 GMC SIERRA service interval

Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at
the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission
control performance 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 Part D.
At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles (160, I 600 and
IO 000 km)
For vehicles with dual wheels, check dual wheel nut torque. For proper
torque, see “Wheel
Nut Torque’’ in the Index.
At Each Fuel Fill
Engine Oil Level
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine
Oil”
in the Index for further details.
Engine Coolant Level
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary.
See ”Coolant”
in the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and
add the proper fluid if necessary. See ”Windshield Washer Fluid” in the
Index for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation
Check tire inflation. Make sure tires are inflated to the pressures specified
on the Certification/Tire label which is located on the rear edge of the
driver’s door or on the incomplete vehicle document in the cab. See “Tires”
in the Index for further details.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance lnspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at
least twice a year (for instance, each spring and
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.
Steering and Suspension Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged.
loose or missing parts, signs of wear,
or lack of lubrication. Inspect power
steering lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. (On vehicles equipped with manual steering gear, check for seal
leakage.)
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust
system.
Look for broken. damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well
as open seams, holes, loose connections,
or other conditions which could
cause a heat build-up
in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the
vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in the Index.
Accelerator Control System
On gasoline engines. lubricate the pivot at the TBI throttle lever stud with
engine
oil. Do not oil any accelerator or cruise control cables. Replace any
cables that have high effort or excessive wear.
Drive Axle Service
Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity
Joints and axle seals for leaking.
Transfer Case (Four- Wheel Drive) Inspection
Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer
case and add lubricant when necessary. Oil the control lever pivot point and
all exposed control linkage. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation. More frequent lubrication may be required on off-road
use.
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Column Shift Lever and Propeller
Shaft
Windshield Washer Solvent
Propeller Shaft Spline/Universal
Joint
Hood Latch Assembly
a. Pivots and Spring Anchor
b. Release Pawl
Hood and Door Hinges
Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate
Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seat,
Fuel
Door Hinge
Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points
Weatherstrip Conditioning
Weatherstrip Squeaks
Gas Line
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant meeting require-
ments
of NLGI Grade 2, Category
LB
or GC-LB (GM Part No.
12346003).
GM Optikleen’ Washer Solvent
(GM Part
No. 105 1 5 1 5) or equiva-
lent.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No.
12346003 or equivalent) or lubri-
cant meeting requirements
of NLGI
Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
a. Engine oil.
b. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No.
12346003 or equivalent) or lubri-
cant meeting requirements
of NLGI
Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 1050109).
Engine Oil.
Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345 120 or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
Spray-A-Squeek (GM
Part No.
1 05 2277).
Gas Line De-Icer (GM Part No.
105 15 16).
Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer
reading and who performed the service
in the boxes provided after the
maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and
Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record
pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner
information portfolio
is a convenient place to store them.
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