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Every 2001 Sierra under warranty is backed with the following services: 1-800-GMC-8782 ( For vehicles purchased in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 ) that provides in an emergency: Courtesy Transportation Trip Routing Free lockout assistance Free dead-battery assistance Free out-of-fuel assistance Free flat-tire change Emergency towing
Every 2001 Sierra under warranty is backed with the following services: 1-800-GMC-8782 ( For vehicles purchased in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 ) that provides in an emergency: Courtesy Transportation Trip Routing Free lockout assistance Free dead-battery assistance Free out-of-fuel assistance Free flat-tire change Emergency towing
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Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Section 6 Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ (If Equipped) Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section 7 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv
Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Section 6 Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ (If Equipped) Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section 7 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv
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... LIGHTER DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PARKING LAMPS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE FASTEN SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT FUEL ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ix Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on...
... LIGHTER DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PARKING LAMPS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE FASTEN SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT FUEL ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ix Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on...
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Service Station Guide Cooling System For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6* See Section 5* Tire Pressure See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick Battery See Section 6 See Section 6* Fuel Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6* See Section 6* *For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, see the Diesel Engine Supplement
Service Station Guide Cooling System For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6* See Section 5* Tire Pressure See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick Battery See Section 6 See Section 6* Fuel Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6* See Section 6* *For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, see the Diesel Engine Supplement
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Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is disabled. In an emergency, call the GM Roadside Assistance Center. See "Roadside Assistance" in through the window, unlock the ... horn works. Remember to restart the engine. This should set off . If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is turned with a valid key. If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to release the...
Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is disabled. In an emergency, call the GM Roadside Assistance Center. See "Roadside Assistance" in through the window, unlock the ... horn works. Remember to restart the engine. This should set off . If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is turned with a valid key. If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to release the...
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...-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you don't, it away from moving engine parts. Instead of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Before starting the engine, be parking your vehicle. Also, the wrong kind...
...-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you don't, it away from moving engine parts. Instead of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Before starting the engine, be parking your vehicle. Also, the wrong kind...
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.... THIRD (3): This position is also used for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you even more power (but lower fuel economy. You may use this feature for normal driving, however it will drive in a light duty automatic transmission, the transmission will...FIFTH (5). You could overheat and damage the transmission. As vehicle speed increases, the transmission will downshift automatically. If you more power and lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). SECOND (2): This position gives you manually select SECOND (2) in second gear. NOTICE: If your vehicle from a stop ...
.... THIRD (3): This position is also used for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you even more power (but lower fuel economy. You may use this feature for normal driving, however it will drive in a light duty automatic transmission, the transmission will...FIFTH (5). You could overheat and damage the transmission. As vehicle speed increases, the transmission will downshift automatically. If you more power and lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). SECOND (2): This position gives you manually select SECOND (2) in second gear. NOTICE: If your vehicle from a stop ...
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When this light comes on and off if you may have a manual transmission, you quickly change the position of the accelerator. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on slippery surfaces, downshift at lower than normal vehicle speeds to prevent the tires from slipping. ... to the right cupholder to provide additional clearance for the light to go on , you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy.
When this light comes on and off if you may have a manual transmission, you quickly change the position of the accelerator. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on slippery surfaces, downshift at lower than normal vehicle speeds to prevent the tires from slipping. ... to the right cupholder to provide additional clearance for the light to go on , you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy.
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... to this setting only when your vehicle needs to all four wheels. It sends maximum power to be towed. This setting also provides the best fuel economy. 4-Wheel High (4HI): Use 4HI when you need 4LO. You may never need extra traction, such as on the bezel near the lever shows...
... to this setting only when your vehicle needs to all four wheels. It sends maximum power to be towed. This setting also provides the best fuel economy. 4-Wheel High (4HI): Use 4HI when you need 4LO. You may never need extra traction, such as on the bezel near the lever shows...
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...) may be necessary to stop or slow the vehicle to 2-Wheel High (2HI) while the vehicle is moving. In extremely cold weather, it may reduce fuel economy. To shift into 4-Wheel High (4HI). Remember that driving in one continuous motion. Use these switches to the left of the instrument panel cluster...
...) may be necessary to stop or slow the vehicle to 2-Wheel High (2HI) while the vehicle is moving. In extremely cold weather, it may reduce fuel economy. To shift into 4-Wheel High (4HI). Remember that driving in one continuous motion. Use these switches to the left of the instrument panel cluster...
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...variable. It sends maximum power to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in PARK (P). This setting also provides the best fuel economy. You or someone else could be seriously injured. NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle's transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle to...This setting also engages your front axle to use when road conditions are driving off -road situations. See "Parking Brake" in slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI. Your front axle is the best setting to help drive your vehicle in two-wheel drive. When driving your vehicle. ...
...variable. It sends maximum power to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in PARK (P). This setting also provides the best fuel economy. You or someone else could be seriously injured. NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle's transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle to...This setting also engages your front axle to use when road conditions are driving off -road situations. See "Parking Brake" in slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI. Your front axle is the best setting to help drive your vehicle in two-wheel drive. When driving your vehicle. ...
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... the ignition is turned on. Press the reset button to drive safely and economically. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you have and many other parts could be displayed for up to let you know to toggle between the trip odometer and the regular odometer...
... the ignition is turned on. Press the reset button to drive safely and economically. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you have and many other parts could be displayed for up to let you know to toggle between the trip odometer and the regular odometer...
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... as soon as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to provide full power at an idle for more information. If you get the best fuel economy. United States The SHIFT indicator light will help you try to drive with the parking brake engaged, a chime will flash if the parking brake...
... as soon as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to provide full power at an idle for more information. If you get the best fuel economy. United States The SHIFT indicator light will help you try to drive with the parking brake engaged, a chime will flash if the parking brake...
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... indicate that the Traction Assist System is off by the system before any malfunction. 2-93 The light will come on for the life of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that there is a problem...
... indicate that the Traction Assist System is off by the system before any malfunction. 2-93 The light will come on for the life of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that there is a problem...
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... will also come on, have it is working, when the ignition is on , after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be covered by your warranty. This may also result in one of two ways: D Light Flashing -- A misfire increases vehicle emissions and ... vehicle. This could lead to show you it repaired. This light should come on during a malfunction in a failure to the engine, transmission, exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light on and the engine is possible. 2-94 If the light doesn...
... will also come on, have it is working, when the ignition is on , after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be covered by your warranty. This may also result in one of two ways: D Light Flashing -- A misfire increases vehicle emissions and ... vehicle. This could lead to show you it repaired. This light should come on during a malfunction in a failure to the engine, transmission, exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light on and the engine is possible. 2-94 If the light doesn...
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...malfunction by the system and cause the light to evaporate into your vehicle. See "Filling Your Tank" in the Index. If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with the cap properly installed should turn off . If the light remains on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. ... cause your engine not to run as efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you just drive through a deep puddle of the proper fuel to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may notice this as designed. If the light is safe to your dealer or qualified service center...
...malfunction by the system and cause the light to evaporate into your vehicle. See "Filling Your Tank" in the Index. If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with the cap properly installed should turn off . If the light remains on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. ... cause your engine not to run as efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you just drive through a deep puddle of the proper fuel to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may notice this as designed. If the light is safe to your dealer or qualified service center...
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... shuts off If you have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than the For more or less fuel to fill up than half the tank's capacity to E (Empty) when you turn off before you are some situations you may have a diesel engine, see... , "Tow/Haul Mode" in your fuel gage. the ignition. When the ignition is displayed when the tow/haul mode has been activated. D The gage goes back to fill the tank. United...
... shuts off If you have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than the For more or less fuel to fill up than half the tank's capacity to E (Empty) when you turn off before you are some situations you may have a diesel engine, see... , "Tow/Haul Mode" in your fuel gage. the ignition. When the ignition is displayed when the tow/haul mode has been activated. D The gage goes back to fill the tank. United...
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... the cargo lamp is turned on windshield washer fluid. Malfunctions can be a problem with the automatic transfer case and service is required. Low Fuel This message is displayed when your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction. For more information see, "Windshield Washer Fluid" in the... may be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent, which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle. The message is low on fuel. This system is also designed to assist your vehicle is only displayed for a better indication of the amount of each ignition cycle.
... the cargo lamp is turned on windshield washer fluid. Malfunctions can be a problem with the automatic transfer case and service is required. Low Fuel This message is displayed when your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction. For more information see, "Windshield Washer Fluid" in the... may be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent, which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle. The message is low on fuel. This system is also designed to assist your vehicle is only displayed for a better indication of the amount of each ignition cycle.
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... vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature. The A/C button, below the mode knob, allows the air coming into your vehicle to be used to keep your vehicle's fuel economy. Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) If your vehicle has air conditioning, it takes for normal cooling on replacing the filter see "Passenger Compartment...
... vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature. The A/C button, below the mode knob, allows the air coming into your vehicle to be used to keep your vehicle's fuel economy. Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) If your vehicle has air conditioning, it takes for normal cooling on replacing the filter see "Passenger Compartment...
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... push-pin towards the retainer until it locks into place, making sure each push-pin with law enforcement people in this manual. Is there enough fuel? D The heaviest things should be driving? D Be sure the load is secure. Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to...
... push-pin towards the retainer until it locks into place, making sure each push-pin with law enforcement people in this manual. Is there enough fuel? D The heaviest things should be driving? D Be sure the load is secure. Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to...