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2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Chevrolet REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2 L6 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark the front U-joint to the pinion yoke on the front differential.
  • Mark the relationship of the rear U-joint to the transfer case drive flange.
  • Remove the retaining nuts and bolts from the drive flange.
  • Remove the clamps and retaining bolts from the front drive axle pinion flange.
  • Remove the front propeller shaft from the vehicle.
  • Using tape and or a rubber band, wrap the front U-joint bearing caps to ensure the caps do not separate from the U-joint.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque front propeller shaft to the pinion flang...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2 L6 GAS

The Low Tire Pressure warning lamp and/or the DIC (Driver Information Center) Low Tire Pressure message can be cl...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect positive crankcase ventilation fresh air tube from air cleaner resonator outlet duct.
  • Loosen air cleaner outlet duct clamps at mass air flow intake air temperature sensor and at throttle body.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct bolt and duct.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Disconnect engine wiring harness electrical connector from alternator.
  • Reposition altern...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2008-09 TrailBlazer -> Relearn -> Reset
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 5.3 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

  • Apply the Parking brake, then place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Cycle the headlamp switch from Off to Parking Lamp position 4 times within 4 seconds.
  • The horn should chirp twice and the low tire pressure warning indicator should begin to flash indicating the system is in the learn mode.
  • If GM tool No. J-46079 or equi...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from engine using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from engine.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator and ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 5.3 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 Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

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

Driver Door Module Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4.2 L6 GASDriver Door Module Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4.2 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Window Lockout Switch
  • Door Lock Switch
  • Heated Seat Switch
  • Memory Seat Switch
  • Window Switch
    • Underbody Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GASUnderbody Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Frontal Sensor

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Rear Fuse Block
  • Windshield Washer Fluid Pump
  • Window Wiper Relay
    • 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Vehicle Communication Interface Module
  • Cellular Telephone Microphone
  • Cellular Telephone Antenna

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: Engine Rattle Noise after R And R of the Crankshaft Balancer -Inspect Bolt Torque
    Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2 L6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise

    • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
    • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

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