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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC K2500 Pickup 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 GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 1996 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra XC 6.5 V8 DIESEL
Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.
For R-134a system an electronic type leak detector is recommended.
Electronic Leak Detectors
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> CLEARING CODES -> DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT CHECK -> DIAGNOSTIC TESTS -> READING CODES -> WIRING DIAGRAMS
Vehicle: 1990 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra 6.2 V8 DIESEL
WIRING DIAGRAMS
Refer to "Wiring Diagrams" in "Vehicle Systems."
DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT CHECK
Refer to Figs. and for diagnostic circuit checks.
READING CODES
Trouble codes may be read with the TECH 1 scanner or by jumping terminal "H " of the ALDL to terminal "A" of the ALDL while observing the flashing of the "Anti-Lock" warning lamp. The terminals must be jumped for a few seconds before the code will begin.""
DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
[[table data]]CLEARING CODES
If the "Anti-Lock" warning lamp stays lit, the codes may be cleared with the TECH 1 scanner or by the following procedu...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1988-95 C/K, G & R/V Series w/Gasoline Engine -> Heavy Duty Emissions -> Light Duty Emissions -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1994 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GAS
Light Duty Emissions
Normal Service
Replace every 60,000 miles
Severe Service
Rep...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 1991 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra XC 7.4 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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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra XC 6.2 V8 DIESEL
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove starter braces or heat shields, if equipped.
- Disconnect starter solenoid electrical connectors.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove at...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Reduce Engine Power Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 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 GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1992 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra 6.2 V8 DIESEL
Inlet
- Remove air cleaner.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Remove heater hose support clamp bolt.
- Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
- Remove hose from engine.
- Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
- Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to in...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 V8 GAS
- Rotate tensioner counterclockwise, using a 1/2 inch breaker bar with a socket placed on tensioner ...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most GMC K2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: NO REVERSE, SECOND GEAR OR FOURTH GEAR - 4L60-E Vehicle: 1997 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL Symptoms: |
Document: COMPONENT SLIPPING - DTC P1870 DIAGN - 4L60-E Vehicle: 1996 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.0 V8 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GMC K2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most GMC K2500 Pickup 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 GMC K2500 Pickup 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 GMC K2500 Pickup 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 GMC K2500 Pickup 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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