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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Bosch ABS/EBD/TCS/VSES -> System Service -> ABS Automated Bleed -> Acadia, Enclave & Outlook -> Avalanche, Escalade, Sierra, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding - Manual -> Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding - Pressure -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> Vehicle Yaw Sensor & Lateral Accelerometer
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX

Brake System Bleed

ABS Automated Bleed

The base hydraulic brake system must be bled before performing this automated bleeding procedure.

  • Connect a suitable scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  • Start engine and allow engine to idle.
  • Follow instructions on scan tool to access automated bleed procedure.
  • Apply brake pedal when instructed by scan tool.
  • Turn ignition off and remove scan tool from vehicle.
  • Fill brake master cylinder reservoir to maximum fill level with brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
  • Bleed hydraulic brake system as outlined under "Hydraulic Brake System... "

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

Never clamp propeller shaft tubing in a vise. Clamping could dent or deform the tube causing an imbalance or unsafe condition. Always clamp on one of the yokes and support the shaft horizontally. Avoid damaging the slip yoke sealing surface. Nicks may damage the bushing or cut the lip seal.

Disassemble

  • Support propeller shaft in a line horizontal with table of a press.
  • Mark propeller shaft in order to show which end connects to transmission and which end goes to rear axle.
  • On models equipped with external snap ring retainers, proceed as follows:
    • Disassemble snap rings by ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures -> Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method -> Scan Tool Method
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method

  • On models with standard ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • On models with keyless ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the Accy position.
  • On all models, using the keyless entry transmitters press the lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chirp sounds indicating the learn mode has been actuated. The left front turn signal will also be illuminated.
  • Using the DIC (Driver Information Center) press and release the Info button until the Tire Learn message is indicated on the DIC display. Depres...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LTZ 5.3 V8 FLEX

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models equipped with skid plate, remove skid plate mounting bolts and skid plate.
  • On all models, remove front transmission cover bolt.
  • Remove transmission cover bolt.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect engine wiring harness electrical connector from oil level sensor.
  • Slide starter forward until it clears transmission, then properly support starter. Avoid cable and wiring damage. DO NOT suspend starter by cables or wires attached to solenoid terminals. Use a rope or mechanics wire to suspend starter.
  • Lower vehi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Change Trans Fluid Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LTZ 5.3 V8 FLEX

This message will appear on the DIC (Driver Information Center) when it is time to change the transmission fluid....

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 5.3 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Reposition hose clamp from thermostat housing using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from thermostat housing.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove rad...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LTZ 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Rotate tensioner clockwise to release belt tension using suitable wrench, then remove belt.
  • Route belt over pulleys excep...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Seat Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEXSeat Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX

Components on diagram:
  • Heated Seat Element
  • Seat Cushion Ventilation Heat and Cool Module
  • Seatback Ventilation Heat and Cool Module
  • Underbody Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 5.3 V8 FLEXUnderbody Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT 5.3 V8 FLEX

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground G401
  • Ground G400
  • Chassis
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Washer Fluid Level Switch
  • RH Headlamp
  • LH Headlamp
  • Fan Control Relay
  • LH Horn
  • 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Memory Seat Module
  • Driver Door Lock Window Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: EI07082-Power Steering Fluid Leaking from Power Steering Gear/Rack Assembly
    Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 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 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 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 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 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 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 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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