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

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Express & Savana -> Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Savana 1500 5.3 V8 GAS

  • On models equipped with 4.3L engine, loosen duct clamp, then remove mounting bolts and air cleaner.
  • On models equipped with 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines, proceed as follows:
    • Loosen clamp and separate or cleaner resonator outlet duct from Mass Air Flow/Intake Air Temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor.
    • Loosen clamp and separate air cleaner resonator outlet duct from throttle body.
    • Remove air cleaner resonator outlet duct.
    • Disconnect connector, loosen clamp and remove MAF/IAT sensor.
    • Remove air cleaner by pulling up and disconnect assembly.
  • On...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Brake Boosters -> Power Brake Unit Replacement -> Astro & Safari -> C & K Series -> Full Size Except C & K Series
Vehicle: 1994 GMC C3500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS

Astro & Safari

For power brake unit replacement procedures, refer to "Delco Moraine Brake Boosters."

Full Size Except C & K Series

Before disconnecting lines from power unit, depress and release brake pedal several times to allow pressure to discharge from accumulator.

  • On P30 motor home, raise and support vehicle.
  • On all models, remove master cylinder to power brake unit attaching nuts, then position master cylinder aside. Do not disconnect brake lines from master cylinder.
  • Disconnect hydraulic lines from power brake unit. Plug all lines and ports to prevent fluid loss and ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC 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: 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Rally 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 GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS

Observe and accurately reference mark the positions of all driveline components relative to the propeller shaft prior to disassembly. These components include the propeller shafts, drive axles, pinion flange, inner axle shafts, etc. Reassemble all components in the exact relationship the components had to one another prior to disassembly. Follow the specifications, torque values and any measurement made prior to disassembly in order to maintain the factory system balance of the driveline components. System balance provides a smoother running driveline operation.

  • Unlock ste...

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

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic SL 6.0 V8 GAS

Refer to Fig. for wirin...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 GMC Savana 3500 4.8 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove coolant reservoir and air cleaner.
  • Remove upper fan shroud.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove heater hose pipe from alternator and oil fill tubes from support bracket.
  • Remove alternator ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC 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 GMC Yukon 4.8 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 GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1994 GMC G25/G2500 VAN Vandura 4.3 V6 GAS

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

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 GMC K2500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Drain coolant from radiator into a suitable container.
  • Remove upper fan shroud bolts and upper fan shroud.
  • Remove upper insulators and brackets.
  • Remove upper and lower radiator hoses.
  • Disconnect and plug transmission fluid cooler lines.
  • Disconnect and plug engine oil cooler lines.
  • Remove lower fan shroud r...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 GMC C3500 Pickup Sierra XC 7.4 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 AUTOMOBILES

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

Body Components Diagram for 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic WT 4.3 V6 GASBody Components Diagram for 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic WT 4.3 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Air Temperature Sensor Assembly
  • Transmission Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Yukon SLT 5.3 V8 GASTransmission Components Diagram for 2008 GMC Yukon SLT 5.3 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Control Valve Assembly
  • Torque Converter Assembly
  • Manual Shaft Detent Lever Assembly
  • Output Shaft Assembly
  • 1-2 Reverse Clutch Assembly
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

    1990 GMC C3500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 GMC C3500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Directional Signal Switch
  • 1988 GMC K3500 Pickup  6.2 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1988 GMC K3500 Pickup 6.2 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
  • Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Engine Speed Sensor
  • Check Engine Lamp Driver Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: PROPER SERVICE OF QUICK CONNECT EVAP SYS CONNECTORS
    Vehicle: 1999 GMC C2500 Suburban 7.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Document: IMPROVED BLEEDING PROCEDURE FOR HYDRAULIC CLUTCH RELEASE SYSTEM
    Vehicle: 1989 GMC V2500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Manual Trans, Clutches, Linkage, MTX
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GMC AUTOMOBILES

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