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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> General Motors Corp. -> 1990-2002 Chevrolet & GMC S & T Series & Oldsmobile Bravada
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> CLEARING CODES -> DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT CHECK -> DIAGNOSTIC TESTS -> READING CODES -> WIRING DIAGRAMS
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Refer to "Wiring Diagrams" in "Vehicle Systems."

DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT CHECK

Refer to Figs. and for diagnostic circuit checks.

READING CODES

Trouble codes may be read with the TECH 1 scanner or by jumping terminal "H " of the ALDL to terminal "A" of the ALDL while observing the flashing of the "Anti-Lock" warning lamp. The terminals must be jumped for a few seconds before the code will begin.""

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

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CLEARING CODES

If the "Anti-Lock" warning lamp stays lit, the codes may be cleared with the TECH 1 scanner or by the following procedu...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines Except Equinox, Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Terraza, Uplander & Vue (2004-06) & 2004-06 Envoy, Rainier & TrailBlazer -> Returnless Fuel System
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Returnless Fuel System

On models equipped with fuel injected engines, relieve fuel system pressure as outlined under "Fuel System Pressure Relief."

On models equipped with metal collar quick disconnect connectors, GM tool No. J37088-A, or equivalent, will be required to disconnect the connector. Pri...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Unlock steering column, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel assembly, then axle nut and washer.
  • Support lower control arm, then remove lower shock absorber nut and bolt.
  • Scribe all revolving driveshaft components in relation to connecting component to ensure correct balance upon assembly.
  • Insert drift through opening in top of caliper into rotor cooler vanes to keep axle ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Upon removal of starter, note if any shims are used. If shims are used, they should be installed in their original locations. After installation, if starter is noisy during cranking, remove one .015 inch double shim or add one .015 inch single shim to outer bolt. If starter makes a high pitched whine after firing, add .015 inch double shims until noise ceases.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle.
  • Raise vehicle half way to gain access to starter motor.
  • Re...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> StabiliTrak Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warning...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water pump inlet and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Components   Diagram for 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy  4.3 V6 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Fuel Pump Relay
  • Behind LH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy  4.3 V6 GASBehind LH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Daytime Running Lamps Module
  • Daytime Running Lamps Relay
  • Splice S300
  • Connector C100
  • Splice S302
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 GMC S15 Jimmy  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Service Engine Soon
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • Ashtray Lamp
  • Heater Lamp
  • 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Master Power Window Switch
  • RH Window Switch
  • LH Window Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Car and Truck Fix It Right the First Time Issues
    Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: GM TIRE WARRANTY PROGRAM CLAIMS GOODWILL GUIDELINES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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