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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN 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 G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> Cooling System Bleed -> Astro, Bravada, C, G, K, P, Safari, S, T & Tracker -> Montana, Silhouette, Trans Sport & Venture
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Astro, Bravada, C, G, K, P, Safari, S, T & Tracker

These engines do not require a special bleed procedure. After filling cooling system, run engine and allow to reach normal operating temperature with pressure cap off. Air will then automatically bleed through cap opening.

Montana, Silhouette, Trans Sport & Venture
  • Fill cooling system and leave radiator cap off.
  • Turn A...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Precautions -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> General
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 7.4 V8 GAS

Brake Lines & Linings

Remove one of the front wheels and inspect the brake disc, caliper and linings.

Do not allow any oil or grease on the linings. It is recommended that linings be replaced in sets when worn or damaged.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness v...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines Except Equinox, Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Terraza, Uplander & Vue (2004-06) & 2004-06 Envoy, Rainier & TrailBlazer -> Returnless Fuel System
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 7.4 V8 GAS

Returnless Fuel System

On models equipped with fuel injected engines, relieve fuel system pressure as outlined under "Fuel System Pressure Relief."

On models equipped with metal collar quick disconnect connectors, GM tool No. J37088-A, or equivalent, will be required to disconnect the connector. Pri...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 6.5 V8 DIESEL

One Piece Driveshaft
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark rear universal joint to drive shaft flange.
  • Remove retaining bolts and clamps.
  • Remove propeller shaft from pinion drive flange.
  • Remove propeller shaft from transmission/transfer case.
  • Using tape or a rubber band, wrap the U-Joint bearing caps to ensure bearing caps do not separate from U-Joint.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Align reference marks made during removal.
    • Torque yoke retainer bolts to 18 ft. lbs.
Two Piece Driveshaft
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Suppor...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace -> Auxiliary -> Single Alternator
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Single Alternator

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove coolant reservoir and air cleaner.
  • Remove upper fan shroud.
  • Remove drive belt, using suitable removal tool.
  • Remove heater hose pipe from alternator and oil fill tubes from support bracket.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts, then alternator from vehicle.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque front alternator mounting bolt to 37 f...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Air Cleaner Restriction Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 6.5 V8 DIESEL

An air cleaner restriction indicator, Fig. , is located in the intake duct between the MAF sensor and the air cleaner assembly.

If the window shows green, no service is required at this time. However, if...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 5.7 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 5.7 V8 GAS

These engines use a single serpentine drive belt to drive all engine-mount accessories. All belt drive accessories are rigidly mounted with belt tension maintained by a spring loaded automatic tensioner.

  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable 1/2 inch break...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Center Of Vehicle Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN  6.5 V8 DIESELFront Center Of Vehicle Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Inflatable Restraint Front End Discriminating Sensor
  • Below Driver's Seat Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN  7.4 V8 GASBelow Driver's Seat Diagram for 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 7.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat Belt Switch
  • Connector C-219
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN  6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Convenience Center
  • 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN  5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Auxiliary HVAC Control Module
  • Convenience Center
  • Front Auxiliary HVAC Control Module
  • Heater and A/C Control Logic Module
  • HVAC - Blower Controls
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Chevrolet G3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: VIBRATION ANALYSIS WORKSHEET
    Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 5.7 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Vibration
  • Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: 18 DIGIT "SNAPSHOT/CHARGE SUMMARY" CODE NO LONGER REQUIRED FOR A/C REFRIGERANT SYSTEM REPAIRS SUBMITTED FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet G3500 VAN 6.5 V8 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chevrolet G3500 VAN 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 G3500 VAN 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 G3500 VAN 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 G3500 VAN 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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