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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Precautions -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> General
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 3.9 V6 GAS

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LT 3.9 V6 FLEX

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove engine splash shield.
  • Insert a suitable drift or punch through brake caliper and into brake rotor to prevent wheel hub and bearing from turning.
  • Remove wheel drive shaft spindle nut.
  • Remove stabilizer shaft link.
  • Disconnect outer tie rod end from steering knuckle. Do not loosen tie rod end jam nut.
  • Disconnect wheel speed sensor electrical connector, then reposition wiring harness away from ball joint.
  • Disconnect lower ball joint from steering knuckle.
  • Install wheel hub remover tool No. J 42129, or equival...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic System Check -> Diagnostic Tests -> DTC C0569 System Configuration Error -> DTC C0750 Left Front Low Tire Pressure Sensor, C0755 Right Front Low Tire Pressure Sensor, C0760 Left Rear Low Tire Pressure Sensor Or C0765 Right Rear Low Tire Pressure Sensor -> DTC C0775 Low Tire Pressure System Sensors Not Learned -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Low Tire Pressure Indicator Always On -> Low Tire Pressure Indicator Inoperative -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

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

Diagnostic Tests

Diagnostic System Check
  • Inspect the vehicle for the installation of aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the TPMS.
  • Inspect the vehicle for damage or conditions which could cause the system to malfunction.
  • Verify that the scan tool selected Front and Rear Tire Pressure parameters are correct when compared to the tires actual pressure ratings. If tire pressure parameters are not correct, use scan tool spec...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove radiator air baffle bolts and air baffle.
  • Remove engine to transmission brace at rear left side of engine.
  • Remove transaxle converter cover bolt and cover.
  • Remove engine harness ground nut and ground wire.
  • Disconnect engine harness electrical connector from starter.
  • Remove engine harness and attaching nut from starter solenoid BAT terminal.
  • Remove starter solenoid S-terminal att...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2005-07 Montana SV6, Relay, Terraza & 2005-08 Uplander
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 3.9 V6 FLEX

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles or at Maintenance II as indicated on the DIC (Driver Information Center). In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Remove the rear inside instrument panel compartment door.
  • Open the cabin filter access door, Fig. .
  • Remove the righthand cabin ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Indicator Lamp -> Electronic Engine Controls Or Electronic Fuel Injection Except Tracker
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LT 3.9 V6 GAS

The Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. When the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp remains on for 10 seconds or constantly after the engine is started, the self diagnosis system has detected a problem and has stored a code in the system Electronic Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). After diagnosis and repair, the ECM/PCM memory can be cleared of codes either by using a scan tool (OBD II systems) or by disconnecting the battery ground ca...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 3.9 V6 FLEX

Lower

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 3.9 V6 FLEX

  • Rotate drive belt tensioner clockwise in order to relea...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

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

Rear Fascia Exterior Lighting Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LT 3.9 V6 FLEXRear Fascia Exterior Lighting Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LT 3.9 V6 FLEX

Components on diagram:
  • License Lamps
  • Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
  • Backup Lamp
  • Tail Lamp
  • Tail/Stop And Turn Signal Lamp
  • Engine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Instrument Panel Harness
  • Connector C108
  • Battery Cable Harness
  • Window Washer Fluid Pump Relay
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • RH Rear Door Jamb Switch
  • LH Rear Door Jamb Switch
  • Driver Door Latch
  • Passenger Door Latch
  • 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS 3.9 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Electrical Symbols
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Chevrolet Uplander AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LT 3.9 V6 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 Uplander LT 3.9 V6 GAS

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

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