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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark
1994-96
  • Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
  • Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  • Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
  • On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> Description -> Operation -> Single Diaphragm Type -> Tandem (Dual) Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESEL

In order to properly service power brake systems, a thorough understanding of the various power assist systems is necessary. These systems provide a mechanical assist, acting to increase the force applied to the master cylinder piston by the driver while decreasing the effort necessary to obtain acceptable stopping performance. Two basic types of power assist mechanisms are used: vacuum assist diaphragm assemblies which use engine vacuum and in some cases vacuum from an external vacuum pump, and hydraulic assist assemblies which use hydraulic pressure developed by an external pump (...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> C/K, G & R/V Series w/6.2L, 6.5L & 6.6L Diesel Engines
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESEL

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Front, All Except NP8 Axle -> Front, NP8 Axle -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Three Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS

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 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect starter battery positive cable and wiring harness.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolts, washers, shims, starter and heat shield from vehicle.
  • Reverse ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> StabiliTrak Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 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 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS

Lower

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

Upper

  • Drain co...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESEL

  • Rotate tensioner to release belt tension, using a 1/2 inch breaker bar with a 5/8 inch socket placed on tensioner pulley.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Route b...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Transfer Case Controls Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GASTransfer Case Controls Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Starter
  • Actuator Motor
  • Battery Cable
  • Frame
  • Actuator Connector
    • Front Seat Harness Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESELFront Seat Harness Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Heated Seat Switch
  • Lumbar Switch
  • Rear Tilt Switch
  • Entire Seat Switch
  • Front Tile Switch

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Wiper/Washer Switch
  • Liftglass Ajar Switch
  • Rear Window Washer Pump
  • Rear Window Wiper Module
    • 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 8.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module
  • Inflatable Restraint Front End Discriminating Sensor

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
    • Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup HD Chassis CAB 6.5 V8 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup 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 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup 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 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup 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 2001 Chevrolet C3500 Pickup 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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