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

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Bendix Master Cylinder -> Delco Master Cylinder -> Disassemble -> Wheel Cylinder
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon WT 2.9 L4 GAS

Delco Master Cylinder

When performing the following procedures, refer to Fig. noting that the composite reservoir may vary in design.

Disassemble
  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch and proportioning valve assembly, if equipped.
  • Depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid outlet (outlet nearest to cowl when master cylinder is installed), then apply compressed air into secondary fluid outlet to remo...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon SLE 2.9 L4 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 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon WT 2.9 L4 GAS

  • 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 equivalent is available, starting with the left front tire, hold the antenna of the tool No. J-46079 near the valve stem on the wheel, then press the activate button and wait for the horn to chirp.
  • If the tool is not available, starting with the left front tir...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon WT 2.9 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Loosen clamps and remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Disconnect atmospheric vent hose from air cleaner resonator.
  • Loosen air cleaner resonator outlet duct clamp.
  • Remove air cleaner resonator bolts.
  • Remove air cleaner resonator and outlet duct from engine.
  • Lift upward on air cleaner resonator assembly.
  • Disconnect crankcase ventilation hose from camshaft cover, then outlet duct from throttle body.
  • Remove air cleaner resonator assembly.
  • Disconnect evaporative emission canister purge pipe from throttle control module, using a suitable quick disconnect tool.
  • Disc...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Check Engine Oil Level ->
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon WT 3.7 L5 GAS

This system is used to indicate a low engine oil level condition. The lamp should light during engine starting. If oil level is sufficient, the lamp should go off when engine is operating. If oil level is low the...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon SLE 2.9 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at engine block.
  • Remove hose from engine block.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Dr...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon SL 2.9 L4 GAS

  • Rotate tensioner clockwise, using suitable 3/8 inch breaker bar.
  • Slide drive belt from water pump pul...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

Restraints Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Canyon SLE 2.9 L4 GASRestraints Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Canyon SLE 2.9 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Door
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module
  • Body Harness
  • Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor
  • Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 GMC Canyon WT 3.7 L5 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2008 GMC Canyon WT 3.7 L5 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor Resistor Assembly
  • Blower Motor
  • Evaporative Temperature Sensor
  • Recirculation Actuator
  • HVAC Module Assembly
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 GMC Canyon SLE 3.7 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Canyon SLE 3.7 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Lock Relay
  • Unlock Relay
  • Body Control Module
  • Driver Unlock Relay
  • Passenger Door Lock Actuator
  • 2008 GMC Canyon SLT 2.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Canyon SLT 2.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Ignition Switch
  • Body Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon SLE 3.7 L5 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon SLE 3.7 L5 GAS

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

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