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The 2003 GMC Sierra Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 ...1-8 Rear Seats Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-32 ...1-61 Air Systems Bag Restraint System Check...Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-21 2-52 Mirrors ...OnStaP System ...2-61 Storage Areas ...2-63 Vehicle Personalization ...2-67 Instrument Panel ...3-1 3-4 Instrument Panel Overview ...Climate Controls ...3-20 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-30 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-50 ...3-68 Audio System(s) Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, theRoad,...
The 2003 GMC Sierra Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 ...1-8 Rear Seats Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-32 ...1-61 Air Systems Bag Restraint System Check...Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-21 2-52 Mirrors ...OnStaP System ...2-61 Storage Areas ...2-63 Vehicle Personalization ...2-67 Instrument Panel ...3-1 3-4 Instrument Panel Overview ...Climate Controls ...3-20 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-30 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-50 ...3-68 Audio System(s) Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, theRoad,...
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..., gage or indicator reference the following topics in the Index: Seats and Restraints Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 0 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 Audio Systems in Section 3 Engine Compartment... Overview in Section 5 iv Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that can damage your vehicle, are shown along with the text ...
..., gage or indicator reference the following topics in the Index: Seats and Restraints Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 0 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 Audio Systems in Section 3 Engine Compartment... Overview in Section 5 iv Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that can damage your vehicle, are shown along with the text ...
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Section 3 ~~ Instrument Panel ~~~ Instrument Panel Overview ...3.4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3.6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...-3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/MuItifunction Lever ...3-7 Exterior Lamps ...3-13 Interior Lamps ...-3-1 7 Accessory Power Outlets ...-3-1 8 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...-3-...
Section 3 ~~ Instrument Panel ~~~ Instrument Panel Overview ...3.4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3.6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...-3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/MuItifunction Lever ...3-7 Exterior Lamps ...3-13 Interior Lamps ...-3-1 7 Accessory Power Outlets ...-3-1 8 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...-3-...
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...Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps ...5-63 Roof Marker Lamps ...5.64 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...5.66 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps ...5.67 Taillamps ...5.67 Replacement Bulbs ...5.70 5- 1 Service ...5.3 Doing Your Own ... ...5-7 Filling Your Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...-5-10 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-17 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-23 Automatic Transmission Fluid (Except Allison Transmission) ...5-25 Automatic Transmission Fluid (Allison...
...Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps ...5-63 Roof Marker Lamps ...5.64 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...5.66 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps ...5.67 Taillamps ...5.67 Replacement Bulbs ...5.70 5- 1 Service ...5.3 Doing Your Own ... ...5-7 Filling Your Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...-5-10 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-17 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-23 Automatic Transmission Fluid (Except Allison Transmission) ...5-25 Automatic Transmission Fluid (Allison...
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See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the passenger's side of the vehicle. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain ...
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the passenger's side of the vehicle. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain ...
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SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12for more information on page 5- 120. Push the dipstick all the way back in the proper operating range. This part explains what kind ...
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12for more information on page 5- 120. Push the dipstick all the way back in the proper operating range. This part explains what kind ...
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... the indicator to check the indicator. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6- 1I to determine when to reset it. 5-23 See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. The air cleanedfilter assembly is dirty and needs to be serviced. When both service window A and service... used. The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of the vehicle. The air cleanedfilter indicator is located on location. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the air cleaner cover.
... the indicator to check the indicator. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6- 1I to determine when to reset it. 5-23 See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. The air cleanedfilter assembly is dirty and needs to be serviced. When both service window A and service... used. The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of the vehicle. The air cleanedfilter indicator is located on location. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the air cleaner cover.
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.... Push it back in each gear range, pausing for about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (IOOC). See Engine Compartment Overview on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each range. With your vehicle as a reference. Get the vehicle warmed up and then pull out...
.... Push it back in each gear range, pausing for about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (IOOC). See Engine Compartment Overview on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each range. With your vehicle as a reference. Get the vehicle warmed up and then pull out...
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... D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-18. Remove the filler plug. Have the system inspected and repaired. Adding fluid won't correct a leak. See Engine Compartment Overview on location. 2. How to Add Fluid Here's how to use.
... D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-18. Remove the filler plug. Have the system inspected and repaired. Adding fluid won't correct a leak. See Engine Compartment Overview on location. 2. How to Add Fluid Here's how to use.
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... mixture will. If you use the proper coolant, you don't need to add extra inhibitors or additives which won't damage aluminum parts. See Engine Compartment Overview on location.
... mixture will. If you use the proper coolant, you don't need to add extra inhibitors or additives which won't damage aluminum parts. See Engine Compartment Overview on location.
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... engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is a pressure-type cap and must be avoided. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Engine Overheating You will notice a loss in the overheated engine protection operatingmode, to avoid engine damage, allow...
... engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is a pressure-type cap and must be avoided. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Engine Overheating You will notice a loss in the overheated engine protection operatingmode, to avoid engine damage, allow...
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... and look at the FULL COLD mark. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is a leak in this system could indicate a problem. See Engine Compartment Overview on the dipstick. Failure to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is not necessary to use the proper fluid. Replace the cap...
... and look at the FULL COLD mark. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is a leak in this system could indicate a problem. See Engine Compartment Overview on the dipstick. Failure to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is not necessary to use the proper fluid. Replace the cap...
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... washer system. If you need windshield washer fluid, be operating your vehicle in your washer fluid tank only three-quarters when it . See Engine Compartment Overview on it 's very cold. Add washer fluid until the tank is completely full. Water can damageyour washer system and paint. Don't mix water with the...
... washer system. If you need windshield washer fluid, be operating your vehicle in your washer fluid tank only three-quarters when it . See Engine Compartment Overview on it 's very cold. Add washer fluid until the tank is completely full. Water can damageyour washer system and paint. Don't mix water with the...
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... out of the reservoir. Adding brake fluid won 't work at all. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in , the fluid level goes back up. See Engine Compartment Overview on the brake hydraulic system. The other reason is , you get new brake linings. If it is that the brake fluid goes down . I ou have...
... out of the reservoir. Adding brake fluid won 't work at all. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in , the fluid level goes back up. See Engine Compartment Overview on the brake hydraulic system. The other reason is , you get new brake linings. If it is that the brake fluid goes down . I ou have...
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... harm. Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on the original battery's label. Brake Pedal Travel See your battery from the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the worse. for your vehicle, the balance between your brake linings wear down . 5-50 For example, if someone puts in the...
... harm. Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on the original battery's label. Brake Pedal Travel See your battery from the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the worse. for your vehicle, the balance between your brake linings wear down . 5-50 For example, if someone puts in the...
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... could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the terminals on location. 5-52 If they are, it is marked "GND." See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more than one battery, use these remote terminals instead of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both batteries...
... could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the terminals on location. 5-52 If they are, it is marked "GND." See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more than one battery, use these remote terminals instead of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both batteries...
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Lift the cover for more information on its location. 5-115 See Engine Comparfment Overview on the driver's side of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out, ... To remove fuses hold the end of the vehicle near the battery. Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on page 5- 12 for access to the fuse/relay block.
Lift the cover for more information on its location. 5-115 See Engine Comparfment Overview on the driver's side of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out, ... To remove fuses hold the end of the vehicle near the battery. Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on page 5- 12 for access to the fuse/relay block.
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... ...5-23 Battery ...5-50 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...3-44 Coolant ...5-33 Coolant Heater ...2-25 Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-42 6-16 Cooling System Inspection ...Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 5 Dual Tire Operation ...5-74 DVD Care ofYour ...3-124 Care ofYour DVD Player ...3-125 3-125 Cleaning the Video Screen ...3-123 Distortion ...Rear Seat Entertainment System...
... ...5-23 Battery ...5-50 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...3-44 Coolant ...5-33 Coolant Heater ...2-25 Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-42 6-16 Cooling System Inspection ...Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 5 Dual Tire Operation ...5-74 DVD Care ofYour ...3-124 Care ofYour DVD Player ...3-125 3-125 Cleaning the Video Screen ...3-123 Distortion ...Rear Seat Entertainment System...
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... Steering and Suspension ...6-16 6-17 Throttle System ...Transfer Case and Front Axle ...6-17 (Four-wheel Drive) ...Installing a Garage Door Opener ...2-63 Instrument Panel 3-31 Cluster ...Overview ...3-4 Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...3-17 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-1 12 Interior Lamps ...3-17 Interior Plastic Components ...5-104 J Jump Starting .. ... . 5-51 Key Lock Cylinders Service ...6-13...
... Steering and Suspension ...6-16 6-17 Throttle System ...Transfer Case and Front Axle ...6-17 (Four-wheel Drive) ...Installing a Garage Door Opener ...2-63 Instrument Panel 3-31 Cluster ...Overview ...3-4 Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...3-17 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-1 12 Interior Lamps ...3-17 Interior Plastic Components ...5-104 J Jump Starting .. ... . 5-51 Key Lock Cylinders Service ...6-13...