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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy SLE 4.2 L6 GAS

Height Sensing Proportioning Valve

The height sensing proportioning valve must be adjusted whenever the valve and/or linkage is disassembled or removed for service. In addition, adjustment should be inspected if excessive front wheel lock-up is experienced with a lower than desired brake application rate when vehicle is at or near maximum GVWR.

  • Raise and support vehicle, leave wheels on and allow axle to hang freely.
  • Remove lever retaining nut and disconnect lever from valve shaft, Fig. .
  • Rotate valve shaft to permit installation of correct adjustment gauge, Fig. , ensure D shaped hol...

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

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy Denali 5.3 V8 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 Envoy AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy Denali 5.3 V8 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 Envoy AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy SLE 4.2 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove vacuum brake booster check valve from vacuum brake booster.
  • Disconnect vacuum brake booster hose at engine.
  • Remove vacuum brake booster hose.
  • Remove battery positive lead nut and lead from solenoid.
  • Remove starter solenoid S-terminal lead nut and lead ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Indicator Lamp -> Electronic Engine Controls Or Electronic Fuel Injection Except Tracker
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy Denali 5.3 V8 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 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2 L6 GAS

  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove retainers and radiator support shield.
  • Remove and plug transmission cooler lines, then the outlet hose from radiator.
  • Remove radiator baffle from vehicle.
  • Remove retaining clips and front grille.
  • Pull up on retaining tabs, then remove headlamp assembly from headlamp panel and disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Remove ambient temperature sensor...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy SLE 4.2 L6 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove t...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

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

Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2 L6 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Air Conditioning Compressor
  • Air Conditioning Refrigerant Pressure Sensor
  • Body Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2 L6 GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Hood Ajar Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Envoy SLT 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor
  • Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Rear Fuse Block
  • Underhood Fuse Block
  • 2008 GMC Envoy SLE 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Envoy SLE 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Injector 5
  • Fuel Injector 4
  • Fuel Injector 6
  • Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 GMC Envoy 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 Envoy SLE 4.2 L6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2008 GMC Envoy SLE 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 GMC Envoy AUTOMOBILES

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