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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6 V6 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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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6 V6 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 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6 V6 GAS

Refer to F...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace -> First Design -> Second Design
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GAS

First Design

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove drive belt using a suitable tool.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Remove oil fill cap, then fuel injector sight shield from ball studs.
  • Remove engine mount strut bolt.
  • Remove engine mount strut bracket bolt, then engine mount strut bracket.
  • Remove air conditioning liquid line clamp bolt from upper radiator support.
  • Remove reservoir tabs from upper radiator support, position reservoir out of way.
  • Reposition battery positive junction block cable boot.
  • Remove battery positive junction block cable to alternator nut.
  • Remove batte...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2008-09 Acadia -> Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method -> Relearn -> Reset -> Scan Tool Method
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6 V6 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 chirp...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GAS

  • Drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect clamps, then remove radiator inlet and outlet hoses.
  • Remove plastic retainers and front compartment sight shields.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
  • Remove screws and plastic retainer, then the front wheelhouse liner.
  • Remove mounting bolts and retainers, then bracket mounting screws and front bumper fascia.
  • Remove bracket mounting bolts and front bumper impact bar.
  • Disconnect fan shroud harness electrical connector.
  • Remove mounting nut and hood latch. Disconnect cable.
  • Remove mounting nut and bolt, then the hood latch...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Rotate drive belt tensioner clockwise, using a suitable tool to release...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

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

Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Variable Effort Steering Actuator
  • Brake Vacuum Booster
  • Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Control Module
  • Ground G110
  • Ground G112
  • X2
  • X3
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Symbols
  • 2008 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Audio Amplifier
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 GMC Acadia AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 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 GMC Acadia SLT 3.6 V6 GAS

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

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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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