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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark
1994-96
  • Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
  • Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  • Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
  • On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Delco-Moraine Single Piston Caliper -> Brake System Bleed -> C/K, G & M/L Series -> C/K, G, M/L, P & S/T Series -> Lumina APV, Silhouette & Trans Sport -> Manual Bleeding -> P Series -> Pressure Bleeding -> S/T Series -> Tracker
Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 6.5 V8 DIESEL

The braking system can be bled manually or with pressure bleeding equipment. If bleeding manually, check fluid level frequently.

Brake fluid should never be reused. Before driving the vehicle, check brake operation to ensure a firm pedal has been obtained.

Brake fluid will damage electrical connections and painted surfaces. Use shop cloths, suitable containers, and fender covers to prevent brake fluid from contacting these areas. Always seal and wipe off brake fluid containers to prevent spills.

Manual Bleeding

C/K, G, M/L, P & S/T Series
  • If vehicle is equipped with a vacuum or hy...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 4.3 V6 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 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Three Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 4.3 V6 GAS

One Piece Driveshaft
  • Reference mark propeller shaft to pinion flange connection.
  • Reference mark slip yoke to transmission for proper reassembly.
  • When servicing driveshafts with pop on seal, do not remove seal from sleeve. Removal of seal causes damage to seal lip where it contacts sleeve yoke. If removal of seal is necessary, replace seal with a new unit.
  • Remove bolts.
  • Remove retainers.
  • Remove yoke and cross assembly, wrapping bearing cups with tape in order to prevent loss of bearing rollers. When removing propeller shaft, do not attempt to remove shaft by pounding on yoke ears o...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 6.5 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 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Air Cleaner Restriction Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL

An air cleaner restriction indicator, Fig. , is located in the intake duct between the MAF sensor and the air cleaner assembly.

If the window shows green, no service is required at this time. However, if...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 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 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 6.5 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.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Route b...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front RH Side Of Vehicle Diagram for 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GASFront RH Side Of Vehicle Diagram for 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Horn
  • A/C High Pressure Cut Out Switch
  • RH Marker Lamp
  • Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 4.3 V6 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 4.3 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Control Module
  • Data Link Connector
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Canister Purge Solenoid
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Convenience Center
  • 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump Relay
  • Fuel Pump Oil Pressure Switch And Sender
  • Fuel Pump and Sender
  • Throttle Body Fuel Injector No. 2
  • Throttle Body Fuel Injector No. 1
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: Car and Truck Fix It Right the First Time Issues
    Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1995 GMC C1500 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 1995 GMC C1500 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 1995 GMC C1500 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 1995 GMC C1500 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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