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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Technical Service Bulletins -> HVAC System Inoperative For Drive Cycle, Poor HVAC System Performance In High Ambient Temperatures -> 2003 Bravada, Envoy & TrailBlazer
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

2003 Bravada, Envoy & TrailBlazer

On some of these models there may be no cold air from the HVAC system during a drive cycle. This may occur at any time during the drive cycle and at any temperature setting. The HVAC system operation returns to normal after the vehicle has been keyed to off and restarted. This is inter...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 2003-04 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver-Drier/Accumulator -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:

  • Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
  • Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
  • The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the ...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Sierra & Silverado -> Heater Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Sierra & Silverado -> Technical Service Bulletins -> 2003 Sierra & Silverado -> 2003-04 Sierra & Silverado -> 2004 Sierra & Silverado -> Air Conditioning Inoperative/Intermittent, Blows Warm Air -> Blower Motor Runs Continuously After Vehicle is Turned Off -> Underhood Rattle Noise Heard On Acceleration
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Underhood Rattle Noise Heard On Acceleration

2003-04 Sierra & Silverado

On some of these models there may be an underhood rattle noise heard on acceleration or a sudden loss of air condition system performance.

This condition may be caused by liquid slugging of compressor. This condition may cause an internal failure in compressor.

To correct this condition, proceed as follows:

  • Open hood and inspect compressor for damage and to see if it is seized.
  • Ensure serpentine belt is not damaged or missing.
  • If com...

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Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

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Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

Body Control Module (BCM)
Alero & Grand Am

This procedure must be performed if the BCM, Passlock sensor or PCM is replaced. If BCM is not properly programmed, it will not control all the features properly.

  • Ensure battery is fully charged and ignition switch is in the ON position.
  • Connect a suitably programmed Tech II, or equivalent, scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  • Access scan tool "Special Functions" menu and follow scan tool instructions to program BCM.
  • If BCM fails to accept the pr...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> General Motors Corp. -> 2003-04 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe & Cadillac Escalade & GMC Denali, Sierra, Yukon & Yukon XL
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

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