2003 GMC Sierra 1500 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 408

Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL@ engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL@ extended coolant. life The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-36. Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use onlyDEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL@is added t o the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change soonerat 30,000 miles -(50,000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL@ coolant will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F ( -37°C) Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. 5-33