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GMC Safari CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT GMC REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> Thermostat, Replace -> Astro, Bravada, Safari, S & T Series -> C, G, K & P Series -> Diesel Engine -> Gasoline Engine -> Montana, Silhouette, Trans Sport & Venture -> Tracker
Vehicle: 2000 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS

C, G, K & P Series
Gasoline Engine
  • Remove engine cover, air cleaner and air inlet duct.
  • Drain cooling system until radiator coolant level is below thermostat.
  • Remove radiator hose at coolant outlet.
  • Remove thermostat housing mounting bolts and ground wire.
  • Remove thermostat housing, thermostat and gasket.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • On all models except 7.4L engine, torque attaching bolts to 21 ft. lbs.
    • On 7.4L engine, torque attaching bolts to 27 ft. lbs.
Diesel Eng...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

DRUM BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Drum Brake Service -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1990 GMC Safari XT 4.3 V6 GAS

  • Inspect components for damage or unusual wear. Replace as necessary.
  • Inspect backing plate attaching bolts, and ensure they are tight.
  • Inspect wheel cylinders. Excessive fluid indicates cup leakage and need for wheel cylinder replacement. A slight amount of fluid is always present and is considered normal, act...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1992-05 Astro & Safari Vans -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1993 GMC Safari XT 4.3 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Replace ever...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Install -> Rear -> Remove
Vehicle: 1992 GMC Safari XT 4.3 V6 GAS

Front

Remove

The driveline components in this vehicle are factory system-balanced. System balance provides a smoother running driveline operation. Observe the position of all the driveline components. Accurately mark the relationship of the components before removal. These components include the propeller shafts, the drive axles, the pinion flanges, and the output shafts. All components must be reassembled in the exact relationship to each other as they were before removal. Follow the specifications, the torque values, and any measurements made prior to disassembly in order to...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 GMC Safari XT 4.3 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove starter braces or shields, if equipped.
  • Remove wires from starter solenoid.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter motor to engine attaching bolts and s...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 GMC Safari XT 4.3 V6 GAS

This lamp should light when engine coolant level in the radiator drops below a predetermined le...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 GMC Safari XT 4.3 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then drain coolant from radiator into a suitable container.
  • Remove upper fan shroud and radiator hoses.
  • Using a suitable quick disconnect...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

Fuse Block-I/P Wiring Diagram for 2002 GMC Safari  4.3 V6 GASFuse Block-I/P Wiring Diagram for 2002 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal/Hazard Flasher Module
  • Horn Relay
  • Convenience Center
  • Fuse Block I/P
  • Keyless Entry Antenna Diagram for 2002 GMC Safari  4.3 V6 GASKeyless Entry Antenna Diagram for 2002 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Remote Control Door Lock Receiver
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

    2002 GMC Safari  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Transfer Case Shift Control Module
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • Convenience Center
  • 1991 GMC Safari  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Side Marker Lamp
  • Left Side Marker Lamp
  • Left Park and Turn Lamp
  • Right Park and Turn Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: WARRANTY - MIDTRONICS CODE GENERATED BY J 42000 OR J 42000EU BATTERY TESTER REQUIRED FOR CLAIM PROCESSING ON LABOR OPERATION NO11O - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1991 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR J 45098 TRANSFLOW TRANSMISSION OIL COOLING SYSTEM FLUSHING MACHINE
    Vehicle: 1992 GMC Safari 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GMC Safari AUTOMOBILES

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