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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Arming -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

Reverse disarming procedures to arm the Supplemental Restraint System, noting the following:

  • Ensure all disconnected SRS electrical connectors are securely connected and routed.
  • Install all removed fuses in proper locations.
  • From a safe position at sides of or below air bag module, Turn ignition switch to ON position and observe Air Bag or SRS warning lamp.
  • On all models except Prizm and 1990 Corvette, warning lamp should flash seven to nine times, then go off.
  • On Prizm models, warning lamp should light for six seconds,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> Brake System Bleed -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Manual Bleed -> Master Cylinder Bleed -> Parking Brake Bleed -> Pressure Bleed
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Manual Bleed

  • If vehicle is equipped with power brakes, remove vacuum reserve by applying brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoirs with suitable brake fluid. Ensure to always keep master cylinder reservoirs at least half full during entire bleeding procedure.
  • If master cylinder is suspected to have air in bore, it must be bled first. To bleed master cylinder, proceed as follows:
    • Disconnect forward brake pipe connection at master cylinder.
    • Allow brake fluid to fill master cylinder bore until it begins to flow from forward pipe connector port.
    • Connect and ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD LT 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 1500 HD 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 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor (Clamp Style) -> Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor (Snap In Style)
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic LT 6.0 V8 GAS

Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor (Clamp Style)

Each tire pressure sensor has an internal power supply which has a service life of 10 years.

Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Prior to dismounting the tire from the wheel, note the following precautions:
    • Position the bead breaking fixture 90° from the valve stem when separating the tire bead from the wheel.
    • Place the mounting and dismounting head so that the tire iron or pry bar can be inserted slightly clockwise of the sensor body when prying the tire bea...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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: 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

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

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air intake tube.
  • Remove heater and surge tank hose from mounting clip.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine coolant inlet fitting.
  • Remove hose from engine coolant inlet fitting.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic LT 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 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Rear Wheel Steering Control Module Diagram for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD  6.0 V8 GASRear Wheel Steering Control Module Diagram for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Rear Wheel Steering Control Module
  • Frame
  • Driver/Passenger Power Seat Wiring Diagram for 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD  6.0 V8 GASDriver/Passenger Power Seat Wiring Diagram for 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-301
  • Connector C-305
  • Connector C-399
  • Power Seat Wiring Harness
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD  6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Backup Lamp Switch
  • Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
  • Backup Alarm
  • Backup Lamp - Left
  • 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD LT 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD LT 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Memory/Heated Seat Switch
  • Heated Seat Element Driver Back
  • Heated Seat Element Driver Cushion
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REAR DRIVE AXLE WHINE NOISE
    Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic LT 6.0 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
  • Document: LOUD BUZZ OR RATTLE NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT FENDER AREA ON MODERATE TO HARD ACCELERATION AND/OR BRAKING TORQUING AROUND 1800-2000 RPMS OR BEFORE 1-2 OR 2-3 SHIFT
    Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic LT 6.0 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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 1500 HD 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 1500 HD 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 1500 HD 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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