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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.

For R-134a system an electronic type leak detector is recommended.

Electronic Leak Detectors
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Bendix Master Cylinder -> Delco Master Cylinder -> Disassemble -> Tracker Master Cylinder -> Wheel Cylinder
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

Delco Master Cylinder

When performing the following procedures, refer to Figs. and noting that the composite reservoir may vary in design.

Disassemble
  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch and proportioning valve assembly, if equipped.
  • Depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid outlet (outlet nearest to cowl when master cylinder is installed), then apply compressed air into secondary fluid outlet t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 6.5L Diesel Engine
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 6.5 V8 DIESEL

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. Prior to reconnecting the connector, apply a few drops of clean motor oil to the male pipe ends.

On models equipped with plastic collar quick disconnect connectors, squeeze the connector plastic retainer release tabs to release the connector. Prior to reconnecting the connector, apply a few drops of clean motor...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Front, All Except NP8 Axle -> Front, NP8 Axle -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Three Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Front

Front, All Except NP8 Axle
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front differential carrier shield, if used.
  • Reference mark relationship of propeller shaft to front axle and transfer case flange.
  • Remove bolts and retainers from front axle.
  • Remove bolts and retainers from transfer case.
  • Remove propeller shaft. When removing propeller shaft, do not attempt to remove shaft by pounding on yoke ears or using a tool between yoke and universal joint. If propeller shaft is removed by using such means, injection joints may fracture and lead to premature failure of joint.
  • Compress propeller...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect starter battery positive cable and wiring harness.
  • Remove mounting bolts and washers with shims, if required.
  • Remove starter motor f...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Air Cleaner Restriction Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 6.5 V8 DIESEL

An air cleaner restriction indicator, Fig. , is located in the intake duct between the MAF sensor and the air cleaner assembly.

If the window shows green, no service is required at this time. However, if...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at thermostat housing crossover assembly.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing crossover assembly.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect heater outlet hose ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise, using a 1/2 inch breaker bar with a socket placed on tensioner ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

LH Front Wheelhousing Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban  5.7 V8 GASLH Front Wheelhousing Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Control Module
  • A/C Compressor Clutch Relay
  • Horn Relay
  • Brake Lamp Relay
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
  • Center Of Engine Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban  6.5 V8 DIESELCenter Of Engine Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 6.5 V8 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Coolant Sensor
  • Timed Temperature Sensor
  • Step Promotor
  • Fuel Injection Pump
  • Engine Harness
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban  6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Water In Fuel Sensor
  • Blower Motor
  • Underhood Lamp
  • Fuel Heater
  • Glow Plug Relay
  • 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban  6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn
  • Horn Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 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 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 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 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 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 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban 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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