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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 CNG

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Brake Boosters -> Power Brake Unit Replacement -> Astro & Safari -> C & K Series -> Full Size Except C & K Series
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 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 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> 1999-06 Escalade, Avalanche & Denali, 1988-03 & C/K Pickup (Except 1999-03 Sierra & Silverado), 1992-06 Blazer, Jimmy, Hummer H2, SSR, Suburban, Yukon XL, Tahoe, Yukon, Bravada Gasoline Engines & 2004-06 Rainier, TrailBlazer & Envoy
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 V8 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Never clamp propeller shaft tubing in a vise. Clamping could dent or deform the tube causing an imbalance or unsafe condition. Always clamp on one of the yokes and support the shaft horizontally. Avoid damaging the slip yoke sealing surface. Nicks may damage the bushing or cut the lip seal.

Disassemble

Support propeller shaft in a line horizontal with table of a press.
Mark propeller shaft in order to show which end connects to transmission and which end goes to rear axle.
On models equipped with external snap ring retainers, proceed as follows:

Disassemble snap rings by ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 V8 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Disconnect terminal plug and battery lead from rear of alternator.
Remove accessory drive belt.
Remove alternator mounting bolts.
Separate alternator from mount...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Water In Fuel Or Drain Fuel Filter Warning Lamp -> Diesel Engine
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL

The Water In Fuel indicator should light when excessive water has entered the fuel system. As the fuel filter becomes plugged, a low pressure sensor activates the lamp. The lamp should light during engine starting as a bulb inspection. Once the engine has started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp is lit intermittently, drain fuel filter. If lamp remains lit, drain fuel filter. If the lamp still remains on after fuel filter has been drained, replace fuel filter. If lamp is lit dur...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL

Lower

Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
Reposition hose clamp from coolant pump.
Remove radiator outlet hose from coolant pump and from vehicle.
Reverse procedure...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 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 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

LH Side Of Transmission Diagram for 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:

Vehicle Speed Sensor

Transmission Output Speed Sensor

Transmission Connector

Park/Neutral Position And Backup Lamp Switch

Engine Harness

Underhood Relay Locations Diagram for 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:

Vehicle Control Module

Brake Lamp Relay

Brake Pressure Modulator Valve

Fuel Pump Relay

Auxiliary Battery

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra XC 6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM)

Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)

TCC/Stoplamp Switch

Brake Pressure Modulator (BPM) Valve

Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra XC 7.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Convenience Center

Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch

Ashtray Lamp

Left Front Power Window Switch

Left Rear Power Window Switch

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs

Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 GMC C2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 GMC C2500 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 1996 GMC C2500 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 1996 GMC C2500 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 1996 GMC C2500 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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