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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks from 1990+

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Canyon & Colorado -> Component Diagnosis & Testing -> Blower Motor -> Control Panel
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 2.8 L4 GAS

Blower Motor

Refer to "Diagnostic Tests" and for blower motor diagnosis an...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit, Replace -> Acadia, Enclave & Outlook -> Avalanche, Escalade EXT, Sierra & Silverado -> Canyon & Colorado -> Envoy, Rainier & Trailblazer -> Equinox & Torrent -> Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon -> Express & Savana -> HHR -> Hummer H2 -> Hummer H3 -> Relay, SV6, Terraza & Uplander -> Rendezvous -> SRX -> VUE
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Colorado WT 2.9 L4 GAS

Acadia, Enclave & Outlook

  • Apply park brake, then with engine off, apply and release brake pedal several times until brake pedal becomes firm to deplete vacuum reserve in vacuum brake booster.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Disconnect master cylinder fluid level sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove vacuum brake booster check valve and hose assembly from vacuum brake booster and position aside.
  • Remove vacuum brake booster vacuum sensor and position aside.
  • Release front and rear brake pipes from routing clip on frame rail.
  • Remove Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) assembly mount...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Colorado & Canyon -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 LS 3.5 L5 GAS

Normal Service

Service as...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Colorado LS 3.7 L5 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove wheel drive shaft nut and washer. Do not reuse wheel drive shaft nut, replace with new.
  • Remove steering knuckle assembly.
  • Release wheel drive shaft by placing a brass drift against tripod housing. Firmly strike brass drift with a hammer to release drive shaft.
  • Remove front wheel drive shaft from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • A snap or po...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Colorado LS 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 Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Chevrolet Colorado WT 2.9 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Remove accessory drive belt.
  • Raise and support vehicle only high enough to access A/C compressor through wheelhouse.
  • Remove left front wheel.
  • Remove left wheelhouse liner.
  • Disengage A/C compressor electrical connector from bracket. Evacuation of A/C refrigerant will not be necessary.
  • Remove A/C compressor mounting bolts ONLY. Upper mounting bolt will remain with A/C compressor.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Reposition protective boot from alternator output BAT terminal for access.
  • Remove alternator ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Colorado LS 3.7 L5 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If t...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Colorado WT 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 Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Colorado cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Colorado LT 3.7 L5 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 Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

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

Wiper Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado WT 2.9 L4 GASWiper Components Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado WT 2.9 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Windshield Washer Fluid Pump
  • Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado LT 3.7 L5 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado LT 3.7 L5 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Courtesy Lamp
  • Vehicle Communications Interface Module
  • Connector C1
  • Connector C2
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 Chevrolet Colorado LT 3.7 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Chevrolet Colorado LT 3.7 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Transfer Case Shift Control Module
  • Data Link Connector
  • Radio
  • Body Control Module
  • 2006 Chevrolet Colorado WT 3.5 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Chevrolet Colorado WT 3.5 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch
  • Fog Lamp Relay
  • Right Front Fog Lamp
  • Left Front Fog Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: DEX-COOL COOLANT - NEW LEAK DETECTION DYE J 46366 - REPLACES J 29545-6 - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Colorado LT 3.5 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Cooling, Water Pump, Drive Belts, Pulleys
  • Document: WARRANTY - NON-GM PARTS AND ACCESSORIES (AFTERMARKET)
    Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Sport LS 2.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Colorado AUTOMOBILES

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