1996 GMC SIERRA maintenance schedule

Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines
0 Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
system inspection as described
in the
service manual.
An Emissiorz Control Service. 3‘
inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, routing and
condition. Check that
the purge valve works
properly, if equipped. Replace
as needed.
0 Conduct evaporative control system
At1 Emission Control Service. -f-
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BYI
67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An E1uissim Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote #
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid
as needed. Check constant velocity joints and
axle seals for leaking. **
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation“
in the Index for proper rotation pattern and
additional information. During tire rotation,
check brake calipers for freedom
of movement.
Refer
to the appropriate GM service manual for
proper caliper service procedures.
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICED BY:
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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines
75,000 Miles (125 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Ernission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote #
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add
fluid as needed. Check constant velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking.
**
0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage
or looseness. Adjust
or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission
Control Service. Applicuble only to vehicles sold in
the United States.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically
controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses
and ducts for proper hook-up (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure
the valve works properly.
This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Appliccrble
only to
vehicles
sold in the United States.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
AI? Emissiorz Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote #
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid
as needed. Check constant velocity joints and
axle seals for leaking.
**
0 Rotate tires. See ‘‘Tire Inspection and Rotation’’
in the Index for proper rotation pattern and
additional information. During tire rotation,
check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate
GM service manual for
proper caliper service procedures.
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE lSERVICED BY I
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Cmsd Sesvice.
0 Lubricate chassis components;. see footnote #
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add
fluid
as needed. Check constant velocity
joints and axle seals
for leaking. **
0 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean
and repack
the front wheel bearings (or at
each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
[7 Replace fuel filter. An E~zzission Corztrol Service.
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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)
0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Only: Inspect shields and underhood
insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust
or replace as required. This is (I Noise Emission
Control Service. Applicable
only to vehicles sold if1
the United States.
0 If your engine has a thermostatically
controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses
and ducts for proper hook-up (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure
the valve
works properly. This is a Noise
Emission Control Service.
Appliccdde only to
vehicles
sold in the United States.
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY I
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Eulission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote #
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid
as needed. Check constant velocity joints and
axle seals for leaking.
**
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation pattern and
additional information. During tire rotation,
check brake calipers for freedom of movement.
Refer
to the appropriate GM service manual for
ProDer caber service Procedures.
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1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I
100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or
every
60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See “Engine
Coolant” in
the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the
cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Con.tro1 Service. 3-
0 Inspect spark plug wires.
0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
Change automatic transmission fluid
and filter
if the vehicle’s GVWR is over
8600 lbs. or if the vehicle is mainly driven
under one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90” F
(32°C) or higher.
An Emission Control Service.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
delivery service.
vyou do not ILY~ your- vehicle under my uf
these c*orlditions, the fluid and filter do not
require chwgirzg.
Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change.
Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(Pcv) valve. An Enlission Control Service.
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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.
Maintenance Record
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DATE READING SERVICED
BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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Labels Certification
................................. 4-42
CertificatiodTire
............................. 4-42
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-67
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-67
Lalnps
........................................ 2-39
Cargo
...................................... 2-43
Dome
...................................... 2-42
Interior
..................................... 2-42
On Reminder ................................ 2-39
UnderhoodReel
.............................. 2-41
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-5
Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle
with the Engine Running ....... 2-28
Lighter
....................................... 2-52
Lights Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-22. 2-59
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2.62. 4-6
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-61
Charging System
............................. 2-59
CheckGages
................................ 2-67
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator
............... 2-67
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-9.2-58
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-63
Shift
.................................. 2-20. 2-66
Loading Information, Truck-Camper
............... 4-44
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-42
Lockoutswitch
................................ 2-32
Locks
Cylinders ................................... 7-43
Door
........................................ 2-4 Key Lock
Cylinders Service
.................... 7-43
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-5
Steering Column Lock Check
................... 7-45
Lubricants
and Fluids ............................ 7-48
Lubrication Service. Body
........................ 7-43
Lumbar Controls
................................ 1-2
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts
........... 6-75
Maintenance Record
............................ 7-51
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Long Trip/Highway Definition
................... 7-5
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
..................... 7-5
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-42
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-46
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-48
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-3
Short Trip/City Definition
....................... 7-4
Short Trip/City Intervals ........................ 7-4
Maintenance. Underbody
......................... 6-65
Maintenance When Trailer Towing ................. 4-59
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-63
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-1
Manual Mirror ................................. 2-45
Manual Transmission Check
...................................... 7-43
Fluid
....................................... 6-22
Shifting
................................ 2-17. 2-18
Starting Your Engine .......................... 2-11
Manual Windows
............................... 2-31
Memo Pad Holder
.............................. 2-49
Methanol
...................................... 6-3
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ear Axle
....................
Outside Seat Position ......
Seat Passengers ..........
Towing .................
Window Defogger ........
iew Mirror .. .I .........
ctrochromic Daymight . .
Inside Daymight .........
Reclining Seatbacks .........
Recovery Hooks ............
Recovery Tank. Coolant ......
Parts ...................
Defects .....
.................... 6-24
............... 1-30, 1-33
..................... 1-30
..................... 5-9
..................... 3-6
................. 1-7, 1-8
.................... 2-43
..................... 2-44
.................... 2-43
..................... 1-3
.................... 5-33
.................... 5-14
.................... 6-76
............... 6.37. 6.73
.................... 6-75
..................... 6-55
.................... 1-53
..................... 8-8
................................... l-52
hild ....................................... l-38
Head ......................:................. l-5
Replacing Parts After a Crash 1-53
Systemcheck 7-43
Right Front Passenger Position 1-28 ...................
................................ .................... Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-4 Safety
Belt Extender
............................. 1-52
Center Passenger Position ...................... 1-28
How to Wear Properly
......................... 1-13
Lap Belt
...................................... 1-28 ..
Lap-Shoulder ...................... 1-13, 1-31, 1-34
Larger Children
.............................. 1-49 .
Passenger Position ............................ 1-28
Questions and Answers 1-12
.
Rear Seat Outside Passenger
Positions ....... 1-30, 1-33
. Reminder Light 1-9, 2-58
Replacing After a Crash ........................ 1-53
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-28
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
................... 1-15
Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-36
Safety Chains
.................................. 4-55
Safety Defects, Reporting
......................... 8-8
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-3
.................................... Safety Belts 1-8
Adults
...................................... l-13
Care ....................................... 6-61 .
Children 1-36
DriverPosition
......... I ..................... 1-13
Extender 1-52
Incorrect Usage
.................... 1-16, 1-50, 1-51
.....................................
....................................
........................
Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-30
..........................
Use During Pregnancy .............. : .......... 1-27
WhyTheyWork
............................... 1-9
... Safety Warnings and Symbols ......................... 111
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