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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Sierra & Silverado -> Accumulator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 HD 6.6 V8 DIESEL

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined in .
  • Remove nut from evaporator tube from evaporator.
  • Remove evaporator tube nut from accumulator.
  • Disconnect low pressure switch electrical connector.
  • Remove nut and compressor hose from accumulator.
  • Remove evaporator fitting nut.
  • Remove mounting nut from bracket stud...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> General Service
Vehicle: 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD 6.6 V8 DIESEL

Certain general service procedures apply, regardless of whether the brakes are vacuum or hydraulically assisted. Only top quality, clean brake fluid should be used. More seals and valves are used with power brake systems than with ordinary brakes, so an inferior brake fluid will do much more damage. For the same reason, ensure all dirt is kept out of the system. Additionally, on models with hydraulic assist brakes, care must be taken not to mix the fluids of the booster hydraulic system and brake hydraulic system as the fluids are not compatible.

If the power unit fails, the brak...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 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: 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD WT 6.6 V8 DIESEL

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 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic WT 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove drive axle center cap, if equipped.
  • Insert a drift or large screwdriver through brake caliper into one of the brake rotor vanes in order to prevent drive axle wheel drive shaft from turning.
  • Remove nut and washer from hub. Do not reuse nut. A new nut must be used when installing wheel drive shaft.
  • Using J 45859 or equivalent, press wheel drive shaft from hub.
  • Remove bolts securing wheel drive shaft ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Aids -> Diagnostic Check -> Diagnostic Tests -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections -> Test Procedures
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD WT 6.0 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Tests

Test Procedures

Refer to Figs. through for diagnostic test procedures.

Diagnostic Check
  • Check for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the TPMS to verify that none are installed.
  • Check the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
  • Ensure that the scan tool selected front and rear tire pressure parameters are correct compared to the tire...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD WT 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 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 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: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 HD 8.1 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 Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 6.6 V8 DIESEL

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 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 6.0 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Remove air cleaner housing.
  • Reposition hose clamp from engine.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from engine.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to inst...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 6.6 V8 DIESEL

  • Rotate tensioner to release belt tension using a 1/2 inch breaker bar with a 5/8 inch socket placed on tensioner pulley, then remove belt.
  • Route be...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic SLT 6.6 V8 DIESELEngine Compartment Diagram for 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic SLT 6.6 V8 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Pressure Differential Switch
  • Supplemental Brake Assist Pump Motor
  • Chassis Harness
  • Lower Dash Diagram for 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD WT 6.6 V8 DIESELLower Dash Diagram for 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD WT 6.6 V8 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Fuse Block
  • Courtesy Lamp
  • Fuse Block Connector
  • Splice Pack SP-205
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 6.6 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 6.6 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor
  • DPF Differential Pressure Sensor
  • 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Audio Amplifier
  • Relay Block I/P
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most GMC Sierra 2500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: OUT-OF-WARRANTY PARTS FOR ENGINEERING ANALYSIS
    Vehicle: 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: CRANKS BUT NO START, STALL, INACCURATE/INCORRECT FUEL GAUGE READING, NO FUEL, VEHICLE IS OUT OF FUEL AND FUEL GAUGE READS ABOVE EMPTY - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Starting Problems
  • Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GMC Sierra 2500 HD AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 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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