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We have info for following modifications of 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 4.3 V6 GAS, CID:262, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:262, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 5.3 V8 GAS, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 5.3 V8 FLEX, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:0
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 5.3 V8 GAS, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 5.3 V8 FLEX, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:3
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 4.8 V8 GAS, CID:294, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:294, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 4.8 V8 GAS, CID:294, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:294, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3 V8 GAS, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3 V8 FLEX, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:0
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3 V8 GAS, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3 V8 FLEX, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:3
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 4.8 V8 GAS, CID:294, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:294, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS, CID:364, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:364, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 5.3 V8 GAS, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 5.3 V8 FLEX, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:0
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 5.3 V8 GAS, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 5.3 V8 FLEX, CC:5328, CID:325, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:325, Engine VIN:, Desg:3
  • 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 6.0 V8 GAS, CID:364, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:364, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Bosch ABS/EBD/TCS/VSES -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Code -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents & Poor Connections -> Symptom Tests
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3 V8 FLEX

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Code

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturers instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

Refer to "Diagnostic Tests" for trouble code interpretation.

Connector Pin Identification

Refer to Figs. through for connector pin identifications.

Diagnostic Tests

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Symptom Tests

Refer to Figs. and for symptom diagnosis.

Intermittents & Poor Connections

Most Intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring, although a...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Dual Piston Sliding Caliper -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 5.3 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • On models equipped with manual brake system,disconnect master cylinder pushrod from brake pedal.
  • On all models, disconnect all wire con...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Dual Piston Sliding Caliper -> Precautions -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> General
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3 V8 FLEX

Brake Lines & Linings

Remove one of the front wheels and inspect the brake disc, caliper and linings.

Do not allow any oil or grease on the linings. It is recommended that linings be replaced in sets when worn or damaged.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness v...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Bosch ABS/EBD/TCS/VSES -> Description
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3 V8 FLEX

The Bosch ABS/EBD/TCS/VSES system consists of the following vehicle performance enhancement systems: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS); Bi-State Engine Mount (BSM); Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD); Traction Control System (TCS); Variable Effort Steering (VES); Vehicle Stability Enhancement System (VSES). The Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) and the Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) is serviced separately. The BPMV uses a 4 circuit configuration to control hydraulic pressure to each wheel independently.

When wheel slip is detected during a brake application, the ABS enters an...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Dual Piston Sliding Caliper -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 WT 5.3 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assemblies.
  • Compress caliper pistons until they bottom in bores using suitable clamp.
  • Remove calip...

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