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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+

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> General Motors Corp. -> 2003-04 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe & Cadillac Escalade & GMC Denali, Sierra, Yukon & Yukon XL
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

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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+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Kelsey-Hayes -> System Service -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Manual Bleed -> Pressure Bleed
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Gravity and vacuum bleeding procedures are not recommended for use with the anti-lock brake system. The manual bleed procedure is the preferred method, although pressure bleeding is also possible. Do not pump the brake pedal during the bleeding process, as fluid aeration may occur.

Manual Bleed
  • Raise and support vehicle, then connect a clear plastic tube to brake bleed screw at righthand rear wheel.
  • Place free end of tube in a glass jar partially filled with clean brake fluid. Ensure end of tube remains submerged in fluid and master cylinder reservoir is kept full.
  • ...

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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 Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 2004-06 C/K, G & R/V Series w/Gasoline Engine -> Heavy Duty Emissions -> Light Duty Emissions -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Light Duty Emissions

Normal Service

Service as required

Severe Ser...

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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 U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 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 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+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Aids -> Diagnostic Check -> Diagnostic Tests -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections -> Test Procedures
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

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

Diagnostic Tests

Test Procedures

Refer to Figs. through for diagnostic test procedures.

Diagnostic Check
  • Check for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the TPMS to verify that none are installed.
  • Check the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
  • Ensure that the scan tool selected front and rear tire pressure parameters are correct compared to the tire...

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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: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect positive crankcase ventilation hose from air cleaner outlet resonator.
  • Loosen air cleaner outlet resonator clamps at mass air flow intake air temperature sensor and at throttle body.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet resonator.
  • Remove drive belt using suitable tools.
  • Remove engine wiring harness clip from air conditioning compressor and condenser hose bracket.
  • Remove air conditioning compressor and condenser hose bracket bolt.
  • Remove heate...

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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: 2005 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 -> Change Oil, Change Oil Now Or Change Oil Soon Lamp & Messages -> 2005-06 Sierra & Silverado
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Turn ignition On, but do not start engine.
  • Fully depress and release accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.
  • If Oil Life Reset message flashes for 10 seconds, the system is reset...

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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+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove upper and lower radiator hoses.
  • Remove mounting bolts and lower fan shroud.
  • Remove engine vent hose and surge take hose.
  • Disconnect engine oi...

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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: 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 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 Chevrolet Silverado AUTOMOBILES

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

Vehicle Speed Sensor and Park/Neutral Position Switch Diagram for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GASVehicle Speed Sensor and Park/Neutral Position Switch Diagram for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • PNP Switch
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor Connector
  • Neutral Position Switch Connector
  • Park Position Switch Connector
  • Underbody Components Diagram for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GASUnderbody Components Diagram for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic SS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Selectable Ride Electrical Connector
  • Selectable Ride Shock
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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.

    2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Roof Beacon Switch
  • Roof Beacon Relay
  • 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat Adjuster Switch Driver
  • Seat Rear Vertical Motor Driver
  • Seat Horizontal Motor Driver
  • Seat Front Vertical Motor Driver
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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: CLUNKING NOISE UNDER HOOD AND CAN BE FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: ENGINE OIL LEAK AT REAR COVER ASSEMBLY AREA - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
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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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