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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 5.3 V8 FLEX

The power brake unit is n...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 5.3 V8 FLEX

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove drive axle center cap, if equipped.
  • Insert a drift or large screwdriver through brake caliper into one of the brake rotor vanes in order to prevent drive axle wheel drive shaft from turning.
  • Remove nut and washer from hub. Do not reuse nut. A new nut must be used when installing wheel drive shaft.
  • Using axle remover tool No. J 45859 or equivalent, press wheel drive shaft from hub.
  • Remove bolts securing wheel drive s...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 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 Fault -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 5.3 V8 FLEX

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

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

Diagnostic Tests

Low tire pressure in one or more tires is indicated by a continuously illuminated TPMS indicator after the bulb check is completed. The DIC will display a check tire pressure type message, if equipped. It is not necessary to perform the Relearn procedure for a low tire condition.

When a TPMS DTC is set, the TPMS indicator will flash for one minute after the bulb check is completed and then will remain illuminated. The DI...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Denali 6.2 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove intake manifold sight shield from ball studs.
  • Remove positive crankcase ventilation line from air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Remove radiator inlet hose clamp retainer from outlet duct.
  • Remove radiator vent inlet hose retainer from 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 from throttle body and MAF/IA...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Service Throttle Soon Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 6.0 V8 GAS

A "Service Throttle Soon" indicator lamp is mounted in the lower righthand instrument cluster corner on these models. It lights when the ignition is turned On, but should go out approximately 1-5 seconds after the engine starts.

Traditional throttle cables are no longer used on these models. The PCM receives signals from an electron...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 5.3 V8 FLEX

Lower

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 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 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Body Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Denali 6.2 V8 GASFront Body Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Denali 6.2 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Underhood Fuse Block
  • Splice S100
  • Connector C101
  • Connector C107
  • Ground G100
  • Door Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Denali 6.2 V8 GASDoor Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 Denali 6.2 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Window Motor
  • Power Window Switch
  • Speaker
  • Door Latch Assembly
  • Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Body Control Module
  • Driver Information Center
  • Liftgate Relay
  • Liftgate Handle Switch
  • 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 5.3 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Audio Amplifier
  • Rear Seat Audio Control
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: EI07082-Power Steering Fluid Leaking from Power Steering Gear/Rack Assembly
    Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 5.3 V8 FLEX

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 5.3 V8 FLEX

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 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 Yukon XL 1500 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 Yukon XL 1500 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 Yukon XL 1500 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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