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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

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 Suburban 2500 LS 6.0 V8 GAS

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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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove drive axle center cap, if equipped.
  • Insert a drift or large screwdriver through brake caliper into one of the brake rotor vanes in order to prevent drive axle wheel drive shaft from turning.
  • Remove nut and washer from hub. Do not reuse nut. A new nut must be used when installing wheel drive shaft.
  • Using axle remover tool No. J 45859 or equivalent, press wheel drive shaft from hub.
  • Remove bolts securing wheel drive s...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 6.0 V8 GAS

Refer to ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

  • 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 2500 AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2008-09 Suburban -> Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method -> Relearn -> Reset -> Scan Tool Method
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

Reset

The Low Tire Pressure warning lamp and/or the DIC (Driver Information Center) Low Tire Pressure message can be cleared by adjusting the tires to the recommended pressure and driving the vehicle at a speed above 25 mph for more that 2 minutes.

Relearn

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 ACC position.
  • On all models, using the keyless entry transmitters press the lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chi...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 6.0 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air intake tube.
  • Remove heater and surge tank hoses from mounting clip.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at water pump.
  • Remove hose from water pump.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 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 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Rear Window Antenna Module
  • Body Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector C200
  • Splice S302
  • Splice S303
  • Ground G301
  • Ground G303
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fan Control Relay
  • Fan Relay
  • Engine Control Module
  • LH Engine Cooling Fan
  • RH Engine Cooling Fan
  • 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LT 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter Motor
  • Generator
  • Underhood Fuse Block
  • Accessory DC Power Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 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 2500 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 2500 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 2500 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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