2007 GMC SIERRA CLASSIC brakes

Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its
many parts have to be of top quality and work
well together if the vehicle is to have really good
braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with
top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts
of your braking system — for example, when your
brake linings wear down and you need new ones
put in — be sure you get new approved GM
replacement parts. If you do not, your brakes may
no longer work properly. For example, if someone
puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle,
the balance between your front and rear brakes can
change — for the worse. The braking performance
you have come to expect can change in many other
ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
Battery
Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery.
When it is time for a new battery, get one that has
the replacement number shown on the original
battery’s label. We recommend an ACDelco
®
replacement battery. SeeEngine Compartment
Overview on page 480for battery location.Warning:Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Vehicle Storage
If you are 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.
{CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and
gas that can explode. You can be badly
hurt if you are not careful. SeeJump
Starting on page 521for tips on working
around a battery without getting hurt.
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(C) Aspect Ratio:A two-digit number that
indicates the tire height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 75, as
shown in item C of the light truck (LT-Metric) tire
illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is
75 percent as high as it is wide.
(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to
indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply construction;
the letter D means diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B means belted-bias
ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter:Diameter of the wheel in
inches.
(F) Service Description:The service description
indicates the load range and speed rating of a
tire. The load index can range from 1 to 279.
Speed ratings range from A to Z.Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic transmission/
transaxle, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.
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Different Size Tires and Wheels
If you add wheels or tires that are a different size
than your original equipment wheels and tires,
this may affect the way your vehicle performs,
including its braking, ride and handling
characteristics, stability, and resistance to
rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic
systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction
control, and electronic stability control, the
performance of these systems can be affected.{CAUTION:
If you add different sized wheels, your
vehicle may not provide an acceptable
level of performance and safety if tires
not recommended for those wheels are
selected. You may increase the chance
that you will crash and suffer serious
injury. Only use GM specic wheel and
tire systems developed for your vehicle,
and have them properly installed by a GM
certied technician.
SeeBuying New Tires on page 556and
Accessories and Modications on page 468for
additional information.
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Used Replacement Wheels
{CAUTION:
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You cannot know how it has
been used or how far it has been driven. It
could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If
you have to replace a wheel, use a new
GM original equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
{CAUTION:
If your vehicle has dual wheels or
P265/75R16, LT265/75R16, P265/70R17 or
P275/55R20 size tires, do not use tire
chains. They can damage your vehicle
because there is not enough clearance.
Tire chains used on a vehicle without the
proper amount of clearance can cause
damage to the brakes, suspension or
other vehicle parts. The area damaged by
the tire chains could cause you to lose
control of your vehicle and you or others
may be injured in a crash.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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1*Fuel Injection Rail #2-Gasoline Engine; Engine
Control Module-Diesel Engine.
2*Fuel Injection Rail #1-Gasoline Engine;
Actuator-Diesel Engine.
3*Oxygen Sensors-Gasoline Engine; Fuel
Heater-Diesel Engine.
4*Oxygen Sensors-Gasoline Engine; Engine
Control Module 1-Diesel Engine.
5*Ignition 1-Gasoline Engine; Engine Control
Module-Diesel Engine.
6*Powertrain Control Module B-Gasoline Engine;
Engine Control Module B-Diesel Engine.
7*Supplemental Brake Assist - Gasoline Engine;
Electronic Viscous Fan - Diesel Engine.
8*Rear Climate Control.
9*Sunroof.Fuses Usage
GLOW PLUGDiesel Glow Plugs and Intake
Air Heater
CUST FEED Gasoline Accessory Power
HYBRID Hybrid
STUD #1Auxiliary Power (Single
Battery and Diesels Only)/
Dual Battery (TP2) Do not
install fuse.
MBECMid Bussed Electrical Center
Power Feed, Front Seats,
Right Doors
BLWR Front Climate Control Fan
LBECLeft Bussed Electrical Center,
Door Modules, Door Locks,
Auxiliary Power Outlet—Rear
Cargo Area and Instrument
Panel
STUD #2*Accessory Power/Trailer
Wiring Brake Feed
ABS Anti-lock Brakes
VSES/ECAS Vehicle Stability
IGN A Ignition Power
IGN B Ignition Power
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In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777
(English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write:
General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle
suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair
service procedures, adjustments, and
specications for GM transmissions, transaxles,
and transfer cases.
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General
Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains
instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service
of your vehicle.
In Canada, the service bulletin reference number
can be obtained by contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483). This reference number is
needed to order the service bulletin from
Helm, Inc.
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Appearance Care (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle.............................. 592
Weatherstrips........................................... 592
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 594
Ashtray(s).................................................... 229
Audio System(s).......................................... 289
AM-FM Radio.......................................... 291
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 349
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player.......... 350
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 352
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 352
Chime Level Adjustment........................... 353
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 353
Radio with Cassette and CD.................... 304
Radio with CD......................................... 294
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 318
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................ 347
Setting the Time for Radios with
Radio Data Systems (RDS).................. 291
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).................. 290
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 348
Understanding Radio Reception............... 350
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 353
Automatic Headlamp System....................... 223Automatic Transmission
Fluid...............................................494, 497
Operation................................................. 140
Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch.......... 226
B
Battery........................................................ 520
Battery Warning Light.................................. 253
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 398
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 361
Emergencies............................................ 363
Parking.................................................... 169
System Warning Light.............................. 254
Brakes........................................................ 517
Braking....................................................... 360
Braking in Emergencies............................... 363
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 134
Bulb Replacement....................................... 532
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
and Cargo Lamp.................................. 537
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Daytime Running Lamps....................... 534
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 532
660