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

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Sierra & Silverado -> Accumulator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined in .
  • Remove nut from evaporator tube from evaporator.
  • Remove evaporator tube nut from accumulator.
  • Disconnect low pressure switch electrical connector.
  • Remove nut and compressor hose from accumulator.
  • Remove evaporator fitting nut.
  • Remove mounting nut from bracket stud...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Brake Booster -> General Service
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Certain general service procedures apply, regardless of whether the brakes are vacuum or hydraulically assisted. Only top quality, clean brake fluid should be used. More seals and valves are used with power brake systems than with ordinary brakes, so an inferior brake fluid will do much more damage. For the same reason, ensure all dirt is kept out of the system. Additionally, care must be taken not to mix the fluids of the booster hydraulic system and brake hydraulic system as the fluids are not compatible.

If the power unit fails, the brakes will still operate, as the convention...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Terraza, Tracker & Uplander -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy.

Engines Less Fuel Pressure ...

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

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Front

Before disassembly, observe and accurately reference mark all driveline components relative to the propeller shaft and axles. These items include the propeller shafts, wheel drive shafts, pinion flanges and output shafts

Assemble all components in the exact relationship to each other as they were prior to removal. Observe all published specifications and torque values, and any measurements obtained prior to disassembly.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove transfer case shield, if equipped.
  • If equipped with double clamp style boot, remove clamp at transfer case by prying up ex...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Place the ignition switch in the Accy position.
  • Press the keyless entry transmitters lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chirp sounds or use the scan tool and select Special Functions/Sensor Learn Mode Enable/Enable soft key. A horn chirp will sound indicating the mode has been enabled.
  • The horn should chirp twice and the low tire pressure warning indicator should begin to flash indicating the system is in the learn mode.
  • Using GM tool No. J-46079 or equivalent, starting with the left front tire, hold...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air inlet duct, if required.
  • Disconnect terminal plug and battery lead connections from back of alternator.
  • Remove upper fan shroud mounting bolts and fan shroud.
  • Remove accessory drive belt using suitable 3/8 i...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 1999-2007 Silverado, Sierra, 2000-07 Denali, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Yukon XL, 2001-07 Escalade & 2002-07 Avalanche
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Remove the righthand instrument panel hush panel.
  • Remove the A/C and heater modul...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Reduce Engine Power Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GAS

The Reduce Engine Power indicator lamp should light for a approximately 3 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warning lamp turns On during vehicle operation, a vehicl...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Separate mass airflow (MAF)/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor assembly and air inlet tube by loosening hose clamp.
  • Disconnect radiator inlet hose clip from air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Reposition radiator outlet hose clamp at 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 install.

Upper

  • D...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Rotate tensioner clockwise to release belt tension using breaker bar with hex-head socket, then remove drive belt.
  • If replacing Air conditioner drive belt, rotate tensioner clockwise to release belt tension using breaker bar or ratchet, then remove belt.
  • Clean and inspect belt su...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

Park Neutral Position Switch Diagram for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GASPark Neutral Position Switch Diagram for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • PNP Switch
  • Connector C-1
  • Connector C-2
  • Lower Steering Column Components Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GASLower Steering Column Components Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Steering Column
  • A/T Shift Lock Control Actuator
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

    2005 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • Driver Door Module
  • Passenger Door Module
  • Door Latch Assembly - Driver
  • 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Fog Lamp LF
  • Multifunction Accessory Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: VEHICLES WITHOUT ENGINE OIL LIFE SYSTEM
    Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: EI07264 - MANUAL HVAC PERFORMANCE, TEMPERATURE, MODE, A/C DOES NOT COOL, DTC B0228, B0413, B0423, B0433, B3779, B3782
    Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Inoperative, No Response
  • Insufficient Performance
  • Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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