1998 GMC SIERRA bulb

Turn SignaVIWultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you
to signal
a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or
down. When
the turn is finished, the lever will
return automatically.
An arrow on the instrument
panel will flash
in the
direction
of the turn or
lane change.
The lever on the left side
of the steering column
includes your:
0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
0 Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
0 Windshield Wipers
0 Windshield Washer
0 Cruise Control (If Equipped)
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there
until you
complete your lane change. The lever will return by
itself when you release it.
If you move the lever all the way up or down, and the
arrow flashes at twice the normal rate,
a signal bulb may be
burned out and other drivers may not see your
turn signal.
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If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you
signal
a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and a blown
fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers”
in the Index).
Headlamp HighLow-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low to high beam or high
to low beam, pull the multifunction lever all the way
toward
you. Then release it.
When the high beams are
on, this light
on the
instrument panel also will
be on.
Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield
wipers
by turning the knob
with the wiper
symbol on it.
For a single wiping cycle, turn the knob to MIST. Hold
it there until the wipers start, then let
go. The wipers will
stop after one cycle.
If you want more cycles, hold the
knob on MIST longer.
You can set
the wiper speed for a long or short delay
between wipes. This can be very useful
in light rain or
snow. Turn the knob to choose the delay time. The
closer to
LOW, the shorter the delay.
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During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes
are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you
would when driving your vehicle without
a trailer. This
can help
you avoid situations that require heavy braking
and sudden turns.
Passing
You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when
you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal
longer,
you’ll need to go much farther beyond the
passed vehicle before you can return to
your lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer
to the left, just move that hand
to the left.
To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if
possible, have someone guide you.
Making Turns
I NOTICE:
Making very sharp turns while trailering could
cause the trailer to come in contact with the
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering.
When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than
normal. Do this
so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or
sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
The arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever
you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument
panel
will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are
burned out. Thus,
you may think drivers behind you are
seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to
check occasionally
to be sure the trailer bulbs are
still working.
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and
a part devoted to its appearance care.
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Fuel (Gasoline Engine)
Fuels
in Foreign Countries (Gasoline Engines)
Filling Your Tank (Gasoline Engine)
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
Checking Things Under the Hood
Noise Control System
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
Air Cleaner Filter (Gasoline Engine)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid
Hydraulic Clutch
Rear Axle
Four-wheel Drive
Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap (Gasoline Engine)
Thermostat
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Steering Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
Brakes
Battery
Bulb Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires
Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside
of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
Appearance Care Materials Chart
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Electrical System Replacement
Bulbs
Capacities and Specifications
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
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Battery
Every new vehicle has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery.
You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s
time for a new battery, we recommend an ACDelco
Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement
number shown
on the original battery’s label.
Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days
or more, remove the black, negative
(-) cable from
the battery. This
will help keep your battery from
running down.
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if
you
aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Index
for tips on working around
a battery without
getting hurt. Contact
your dealer to learn how
to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system. see “Theft-Deterrent
Feature”
in the Index.
Bulb Replacement
Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps
are off and the engine isn‘t running. See “Replacement
Bulbs”
in the Index for the proper types of bulbs to use.
1 6!!, CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read
and
follow the instructions on the bulb package.
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Composite Headlamps
1. Remove the two hex head pins at the location shown.
2. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out.
3. Unplug the electrical connector.
4. Turn the bulb to the left
and remove it.
5. Put the new bulb into the lens assembly and turn it to
the right
until it is tight.
6. Plug in the electrical connector.
7. Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the
vehicle. Install and tighten the two hex head pins.
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Front Turn Signal Lamps
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1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge
of the
parkinghurn signal lamp assembly.
2. Remove the lamp assembly by swinging it out from
the inside edge and sliding
it out at the outside edge.
3. Squeeze the tab on the side of the lamp socket while
turning the socket to the left.
4. Pull the socket out of the
lamp assembly.
5. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it to the left and
remove
it from the socket.
6. Put the new bulb into the socket, gently press in on
the bulb and
turn it to the right until it is tight.
7. Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn
it to the right until it locks.
8. Put the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly back into
the vehicle and tighten the screws.
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Front Turn Signal Lamps
(Composite Headlamps)
1. Remove the four screws
and take out the
parking/turn signal
lamp assembly.
2. Squeeze the tab on the side of the lamp socket while
turning the socket
to the left.
4. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it to the left and
remove
it from the socket.
5. Put the new bulb into the socket, gently press in on
the bulb and turn it to the right until it
is tight.
6. Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn
it to the right until it locks.
7. Put the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly back into
the vehicle and tighten the four screws.
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