GMC SIERRA 1997 - Capacities and Specifications

Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information.
Engine
Type
VIN Code
Spark Plug Gap
“VORTEC” 4300 V6 W
0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
“VORTEC” 5000
V8 M
0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
“VORTEC”
5700
V8 R
0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
“VORTEC” 7400
V8 J
0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
Wheels and Tires
Model
C 1500
K 1500 and C/K 2500
C/K 2500 (w/C6P)
C/K
3500 (Single Rear Wheels)
C/K 3500 (Dual Rear Wheels)
C 3500 HD Front
C 3500 HD Rear
Tire Pressure
Description Torque
5 bolts (14mm)
140 lb-ft (190
N-m)
6 bolts (14mm)
140 lb-ft ( 190 Nam)
8 bolts (14mm)
140 lb-ft
( 190 N-m)
8 bolts (14mm)
140 lb-ft ( 190 N-m)
8 bolts (14mm)
140 lb-ft
( 190 N-m)
5 bolts (5/8 in.)
175 lb-ft (240 N-m)
10 bolts (5/8 in.)
175 lb-ft (240 N-m)
See the CertificatiodTire label on the rear edge of the driver’s door
or the incomplete vehicle document
in the cab.
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