1998 GMC SIERRA power steering fluid

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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6-9
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6- 25
6-26
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6-28 6-32
6-32 Service
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
, 6-33
6-3 3
6-35
6-39
6-39
6-50
6-5
1
6-6 1
6-62
6-65 6-69
6-70
6-70
' 6-76
6-77 6-79 Power
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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“VORTEC” 4300,5000,5700 Engine, “VORTEC” 5700 engine shown, locations for other engines similar.
When you lift
up the hood you’ll see:
A. Battery
G. Automatic Transmission L. Clutch Fluid Reservoir
B. Air Cleaner
Dipstick
(If Equipped) (If Equipped)
C. Radiator Cap H. Fan M. Windshield Washer Fluid
D. Coolant Recovery Tank I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Reservoir
E. Air Filter Restriction Indicator J. Engine Oil Fill N. FuseRelay Center
F. Engine Oil Dipstick K. Brake Fluid Reservoir
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“VORTEC” 7400 Engine
A. Battery
B. Coolant Recovery Tank
C. Air Cleaner
D. Radiator Cap
E. Air Filter Restriction Indicator
F. Engine Oil Dipstick
G. Automatic Transmission L. Clutch Fluid Reservoir
Dipstick (If Equipped)
(If Equipped)
H. Engine Oil Fill M. Windshield Washer
I. Fan Fluid Reservoir
J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir N. Fusemelay Center
K. Brake Fluid Reservoir
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Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid
unless you suspect there is
a leak in the system or you hear
an unusual noise.
A fluid loss in this system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
How To Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and
the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and
wipe the dipstick
with a clean rag. Replace the cap and
completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and
look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
The level should be at the FULL
COLD mark. If
necessary, add only enough fluid
to bring the level up to
the mark.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use, see
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index.
Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper
fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When YOLI need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturer‘s instructions before use.
If you will be
operating your vehicle
in an area where the temperature
may
fdll below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient
protection against freezing.
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Fuse/Circuit Breaker Usage
20
21
22
23
24
A
B
PRNDL, Automatic Transmission,
Speedometer, Check Gages
Warning Light
Security/Steering
Not Used
Not Used
Front Axle,
4WD Indicator Lamp,
TP2 Relay (Gasoline Engine)
Power Door Lock, Six-Way Power Seat, Keyless Entry Module
Power Windows
Underhood Fuse/Relay Center
The underhood fusehelay center is located in the rear of
the engine compartment near the brake fluid reservoir.
Move the retainer clips
for the cover to access the
fuse block.
You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor. The fuse
extractor
is mounted to the interior fuse block. TO
remove fuses
if you don’t have a fuse extractor, hold the
end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger
and pull straight out.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from
your dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
(Gasoline
Engine)
Engine Coolant
~~
Hydraulic Brake
System
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine Oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
50/50 mixture of clean water
(preferably distilled) and use only
GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL@
or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@
Coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index.
Delco Supreme
11 @ Brake Fluid
(GM Part
No. 12377967 or
equivalent
DOT-3 Brake Fluid).
USAGE
Hydraulic Clutch
System
Parking Brake
Cable Guides
~
Power Steering System
Manual
Transmission (5-Speed with
Low Gear, RPO
MW3)
Manual
Transmission (5-Speed without
Low Gear,
RPO
MG5)
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent
DOT-3 Brake Fluid).
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI # 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM
Part
No. 1052884 - 1 pint,
1050017
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
GM Goodwrench Synthetic
Manual Transmission Gear Oil
(GM Part No. 12346190
- 1 st.) or
equivalent
SAE 75W-90 GL-4
Gear Oil.
Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345349 or
equivalent).
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Manual Transmission Check
...................................... 7-41
Fluid
.................................. 6.24, 7.46
Shifting
................................ 2- 18. 2. I9
Starting Your Engine .......................... 2- 13
Manualwindows
............................... 2-32
Memo Pad Holder
......................... 2.55. 2.57
Methanol
...................................... 6- 5
Mirrors ....................................... 2-45
CamperType
................................ 2-48
Convex Outside
.............................. 2-50
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview
.............. 2-46
Inside Daymight Rearview
..................... 2-45
Manual
..................................... 2-48
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-50
WestCoastType
.............................. 2-50
MMT
......................................... 6-4
Model Reference
................................. vi
MountainRoads ................................ 4-34
New Vehicle Break-In
.......................... 2- 10
Nightvision ................................... 4-27
Noise Control System ........................... 6- 13
Normal Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts
...... 6-78
Odometer
.................................... 2-63
Odometer. Trip
................................. 2-63
Off-Road Driving
.............................. 4- I4
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4- I I
Oil. Engine ............................... 6-14. 7-46
Opener. Garage Door
............................ 2-51
Overheating Engine ............................. 5- 13 Owner Checks
and Services
....................... 7-40
Owner Publications. Ordering
................ 8- 1 1. 8- 12
Paint Spotting. Chemical
........................ 6-68
Park. Shifting Into
.............................. 2-26
Park. Shifting Out of
............................ 2-29
Parking
AtNight
..................................... 2-9
Brake
...................................... 2-25
Brake Mechanism Check
....................... 7-43
Over Things That Burn
........................ 2-30
With a Trailer ................................ 4-58
Your Vehicle. Manual Transmission
.............. 2-29
Passenger Position
.............................. 1-23
Lots
........................................ 2-9
Passin;
@ ..................................... 4-11
Passlock
................................ 2- 10, 2-73
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-44
Pickup Box Identification Lamp Bulb Replacement
.... 6-47
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab
................. 4-48
Power
Accessory Outlet
............................. 2-59
DoorLocks
................................... 2-6
Driver’sSeat ................................. 1-3
Option Fuses
................................ 6-71
Remote Control Mirror
........................ 2-50
Steering ..................................... 4-8
Steering Fluid ........................... 6-33, 7-46
Take-Off .................................... 4-61
Winches
.................................... 4-61
Windows
................................... 2-32
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