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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 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 Savana 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 2003-04 -> Oil Charge -> Alero & Malibu -> Bonneville, LeSabre & Park Avenue -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Century -> Cherokee, Dakota, Full Size Pickups, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Corvette -> DaimlerChrysler Corp. -> DeVille & Seville -> Eldorado -> Except Lincoln LS -> Except Tracker -> Ford Motor Company -> Full Size & Ram Vans -> General Motors Corp. -> Geo Tracker -> Grand Prix, Impala, Intrigue, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> L-Series -> Liberty -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Lincoln LS -> Metro -> Passenger Cars -> Prizm -> PT Cruiser -> S-Series -> Saturn -> VUE
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Savana 1500 4.3 V6 GAS

DaimlerChrysler Corp.

Passenger Cars

Before installing replacement compressor, drain oil from replacement and failed compressors (drain oil from suction port). Add same amount of oil to replacement compressor as drained from failed compressor.

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

When other ai...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Brake Pad Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Savana 1500 LT 4.3 V6 GAS

Removal

  • Remove caliper as outlined under .
  • Remove inboard pad with retainer spring.
  • Remove outboard pad and position caliper on front suspension so brake hose will not support weight of caliper.
  • Remove two sleeves from inboard ears of caliper.
  • Remove four rubber bushings from grooves in each of caliper ears.

Installation

  • Lubricate new sleeves, rubber bushings, bushing grooves and mounting bolt ends with lubricant part No. 19010909, or equivalent.
  • Install new bushings and sleeves in caliper ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Savana 1500 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: 2004 GMC Savana 1500 5.3 V8 GAS

Light Duty Emissions

Normal Service

Service as required

Severe Ser...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1999 GMC Savana 1500 5.0 V8 GAS

One Piece Driveshaft
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark rear universal joint to drive shaft flange.
  • Remove retaining bolts and clamps.
  • Remove propeller shaft from pinion drive flange.
  • Remove propeller shaft from transmission/transfer case.
  • Using tape or a rubber band, wrap the U-Joint bearing caps to ensure bearing caps do not separate from U-Joint.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Align reference marks made during removal.
    • Torque yoke retainer bolts to 18 ft. lbs.
Two Piece Driveshaft
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Suppor...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 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 Savana 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Savana 1500 LS 5.3 V8 FLEX

Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor

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 bead up and over ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC Savana 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Savana 1500 5.3 V8 FLEX

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Loosen air cleaner resonator outlet duct clamp.
  • Remove air cleaner resonator outlet duct mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect electrical connector from air cleaner resonator outlet duct.
  • Remove air cleaner resonator outlet duct.
  • Disconnect mass air flow/intake air temperature sensor connector.
  • Remove MAF/IAT sensor.
  • Pull up on air cleaner assembly to release retainers from air cleaner adaptor.
  • Remove retaining bolt for coolant recovery reservoir, then set reservoir asid...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Check Engine Oil Level ->
Vehicle: 1999 GMC Savana 1500 5.7 V8 GAS

This system is used to indicate a low engine oil level condition. The lamp should light during engine starting. If oil level is sufficient, the lamp should go off when engine is operating. If oil level is low the...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC Savana 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Savana 1500 5.3 V8 FLEX

  • Disconnect Mass Air Flow (MAF) harness connector and remove air cleaner hold down screw.
  • Loosen outlet duct hose clamp and remove air cleaner.
  • Partially drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect coolant recovery reservoir hose.
  • Remove mounting screws and coolant recovery r...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 GMC Savana 1500 5.7 V8 GAS

These engines use a single serpentine drive belt to drive all engine-mount accessories. All belt drive accessories are rigidly mounted with belt tension maintained by a spring loaded automatic tensioner.

  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable 1/2 inch break...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most GMC Savana 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Components Diagram for 2007 GMC Savana 1500 LS 5.3 V8 GASBody Components Diagram for 2007 GMC Savana 1500 LS 5.3 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuse Block
  • Body Harness
  • Splice S308
  • Connector C2
  • Connector C303
  • Engine Diagram for 2001 GMC Savana 1500  4.3 V6 GASEngine Diagram for 2001 GMC Savana 1500 4.3 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most GMC Savana 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 GMC Savana 1500  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 GMC Savana 1500 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cigar Lighter
  • Auxiliary Power Outlet
  • 2007 GMC Savana 1500  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 GMC Savana 1500 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module
  • Inflatable Restraint Passenger Presence System Module
  • Inflatable Restraint Passenger Presence System Sensor
  • Inflatable Restraint Passenger Airbag On/Off Indicator
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most GMC Savana 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: PARTS RESTRICTION ON ORDERING XM DIGITAL RADIO RECEIVER - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2002 GMC Savana 1500 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: DISTORTION IN OUTER SURFACE OF VEHICLE GLASS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2006 GMC Savana 1500 LS 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GMC Savana 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most GMC Savana 1500 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 Savana 1500 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 Savana 1500 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 Savana 1500 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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