2023 GMC SIERRA overheating

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{Warning
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot
cooling system are under pressure.
Turning the pressure cap, even a little,
can cause them to come out at high
speed and you could be burned. Never
turn the cap when the cooling system,
including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait
for the cooling system and pressure cap
to cool.
Caution
Failure to follow the specific coolant fill
procedure could cause the engine to
overheat and could cause system
damage. If coolant is not visible in the
surge tank, contact your dealer.
If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add
coolant.
1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including
the coolant surge tank pressure cap and
upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Turn the pressure cap slowly
counterclockwise about one full turn. If a
hiss is heard, wait for that to stop.
A hiss means there is still some
pressure left.
2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it.
3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the full cold mark.
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until
the engine coolant temperature gauge
indicates approximately 90 °C (195 °F).
By this time, the coolant level inside the
coolant surge tank may be lower. If the
level is lower, add more of the proper
mixture to the coolant surge tank until
the level reaches the indicated mark.
5. Replace the pressure cap tightly.
6. Verify coolant level after the engine is shut off and the coolant is cold.
If necessary, repeat coolant fill procedure
Steps 1–6.Caution
If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,
coolant loss and engine damage may
occur. Be sure the cap is properly and
tightly secured.
Engine Overheating
If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel
engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement.
Caution
Do not run the engine if there is a leak
in the engine cooling system. This can
cause a loss of all coolant and can
damage the system and vehicle. Have
any leaks fixed right away.
The vehicle has several indicators to warn of
engine overheating.
There is a coolant temperature gauge in the
vehicle's instrument cluster. See Engine
Coolant Temperature Gauge 0117.

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In addition, there are ENGINE OVERHEATED
STOP ENGINE, ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE
ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
messages in the Driver Information
Center (DIC).
If the decision is made not to lift the hood
when this warning appears, get service help
right away. SeeRoadside Assistance Program
0 399.
If the decision is made to lift the hood,
make sure the vehicle is parked on a level
surface.
Check to see if the engine cooling fans are
running. If the engine is overheating, the
fans should be running. If they are not, do
not continue to run the engine and have the
vehicle serviced.
If the engine or transmission detects an
impending hot fluid condition, then the
transmission may force upshifts to limit
temperatures. Downshifts may also be
prevented in this instance. Normal operation
may continue unless the display indicates
there is a hot condition and engine should
be idled.If Steam is Coming from the Engine
Compartment
{Warning
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot
cooling system are under pressure.
Turning the pressure cap, even a little,
can cause them to come out at high
speed and you could be burned. Never
turn the cap when the cooling system,
including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait
for the cooling system and pressure cap
to cool.
If No Steam is Coming from the Engine
Compartment
The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or
the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
message, along with a low coolant
condition, can indicate a serious problem.
If there is an engine overheat warning, but
no steam is seen or heard, the problem may
not be too serious. Sometimes the engine
can get a little too hot when the vehicle:
.Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
.Stops after high-speed driving.
.Idles for long periods in traffic.
.Tows a trailer; see Trailer Towing0272.
If the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or
the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
message appears with no sign of steam, try
this for a minute or so: 1. Turn the air conditioning off.
2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan
speed. Open the windows as necessary.
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral) and
let the engine idle.
If the temperature overheat gauge is no
longer in the overheat zone or an overheat
warning no longer displays, the vehicle can
be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle
slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
vehicle distance from the vehicle in front.
If the warning does not come back on,
continue to drive normally and have the
cooling system checked for proper fill and
function.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and
park the vehicle right away.
If there is still no sign of steam and the
vehicle is equipped with an engine driven
cooling fan, push down the accelerator until
the engine speed is about twice as fast as

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FusesUsage
F53 –
F54 Sunroof F55 Driver Power Seat
F56 DC DC TRANS 1 F57 DC DC TRANS 2
F58 Infotainment 2
Circuit
Breakers Usage
1 Accessory Power Outlet 2
2 Accessory Power Outlet 1/ Cigarette Lighter
3 –
4 –
Relays Usage
K1 Run/Crank
K2 Retained Accessory Power/ Accessory 1
K4 –
K5 –Wheels and Tires
Tires
Every new GM vehicle has high-quality
tires made by a leading tire
manufacturer. See the warranty manual
for information regarding the tire
warranty and where to get service. For
additional information refer to the tire
manufacturer.
{Warning
.Poorly maintained and improperly
used tires are dangerous.
.Overloading the tires can cause
overheating as a result of too
much flexing. There could be a
blowout and a serious crash. See
Vehicle Load Limits 0215.
.Underinflated tires pose the same
danger as overloaded tires. The
resulting crash could cause serious
injury. Check all tires frequently to
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Warning (Continued)
maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be
checked when the tires are cold.
.Overinflated tires are more likely
to be cut, punctured, or broken by
a sudden impact —such as when
hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the
recommended pressure.
.Worn or old tires can cause a
crash. If the tread is badly worn,
replace them.
.Replace any tires that have been
damaged by impacts with
potholes, curbs, etc.
.Improperly repaired tires can cause
a crash. Only your dealer or an
authorized tire service center
should repair, replace, dismount,
and mount the tires.
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UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards)
:A tire information system
that provides consumers with ratings
for a tire's traction, temperature, and
treadwear. Ratings are determined by
tire manufacturers using government
testing procedures. The ratings are
molded into the sidewall of the tire.
See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0353.
Vehicle Capacity Weight
:The number
of designated seating positions
multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the
rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0215.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire
:
Load on an individual tire due to curb
weight, accessory weight, occupant
weight, and cargo weight.
Vehicle Placard
:A label permanently
attached to a vehicle showing the
vehicle's capacity weight and the
original equipment tire size and
recommended inflation pressure. See
“Tire and Loading Information Label”
under Vehicle Load Limits 0215.
Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air
pressure to operate effectively.
{Warning
Neither tire underinflation nor
overinflation is good. Underinflated
tires, or tires that do not have
enough air, can result in:
.Tire overloading and overheating,
which could lead to a blowout
.Premature or irregular wear
.Poor handling
.Reduced fuel economy for
internal combustion engine
vehicles
.Reduced range for electric vehicles
Overinflated tires, or tires that have
too much air, can result in:
.Unusual wear
.Poor handling
.Rough ride
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Warning (Continued)
.Needless damage from road
hazards
The Tire and Loading Information label
on the vehicle indicates the original
equipment tires and the correct cold
tire inflation pressures. The
recommended pressure is the minimum
air pressure needed to support the
vehicle's maximum load carrying
capacity.
For additional information regarding
how much weight the vehicle can carry,
and an example of the Tire and Loading
Information label, see Vehicle Load
Limits 0215. How the vehicle is loaded
affects vehicle handling and ride
comfort. Never load the vehicle with
more weight than it was designed to
carry.
When to Check
Check the pressure of the tires once a
month or more.

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DoorAjar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395
Drive Systems Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . 128, 130
Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Mode Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Driving Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . 268
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Distracted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Driving (cont'd)
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . 197
E
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
ElectricParking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 329
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . 333, 334
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Emergency OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Check Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . 120
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . 125 Engine (cont'd)
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Overheated Protection
Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Extended Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Exterior
Cargo Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

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Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
MediaAvoiding Untrusted Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Messages Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Mirrors Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Automatic Dimming Rearview . . . . . . . . . . 41
Blind Spot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Trailer Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Mode Driver Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI) . . . . 387N
Navigation Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Noise Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
O
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Oil Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Online Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408
OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409
OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409 Operating Mode
Overheated Engine Protection . . . . . . . . . 315
Outlets Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5P
ParkAssist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248, 256
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Parking Brake and P (Park) Mechanism
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Parking or Backing
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302