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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Passenger Cars

Body Control Module (BCM)
Alero & Grand Am

This procedure must be performed if the BCM, Passlock sensor or PCM is replaced. If BCM is not properly programmed, it will not control all the features properly.

  • Ensure battery is fully charged and ignition switch is in the ON position.
  • Connect a suitably programmed Tech II, or equivalent, scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  • Access scan tool "Special Functions" menu and follow scan tool instructions to program BCM.
  • If BCM fails to accept the pr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Drum Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1992-05 S/T Series Blazer, Bravada, Jimmy & Pickup -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Normal Service

R...

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Install -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Remove -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Front

Remove
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark the front U-joint to the pinion yoke on the front differential.
  • Mark the relationship of the rear U-joint to the transfer case drive flange.
  • Remove the retaining nuts and bolts from the drive flange.
  • Remove the clamps and retaining bolts from the front drive axle pinion flange.
  • Remove the front propeller shaft from the vehicle.
  • Using tape and or a rubber band, wrap the front U-joint bearing caps to ensure the caps do not separate from the U-joint.
Install
  • Remove the tape or rubber band from the front U-joint
  • Install the front propeller shaf...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts.
  • Remove output terminal nut.
  • Disconnect electrical connector.
  • Remove alternator from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting t...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Service Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

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 inlet.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from coolant pump inlet and from vehicle.
  • Reverse pro...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

  • Remove belt tensioner pulley retaining bolt...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

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

RH Side Of Front Dash Diagram for 1996 GMC Jimmy  4.3 V6 GASRH Side Of Front Dash Diagram for 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Door Lock Relay
  • Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module
  • Outside Air Valve Actuator Motor
  • Rear LH Side Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1996 GMC Jimmy  4.3 V6 GASRear LH Side Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Wiper Module
  • Cruise Control Module
  • Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Underhood Lamp
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

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

    1996 GMC Jimmy  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Control Module
  • Ignition Switch
  • Daytime Running Lamp Control Module
  • Brake Warning Lamp
  • Park Brake Warning Switch
  • 1996 GMC Jimmy  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Control Module (VCM)
  • A/C Compressor Clutch Relay
  • A/C Compressor Clutch
  • A/C Low Pressure Cutout Switch
  • Mode Selector
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 1996 GMC Jimmy 4.3 V6 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 Jimmy 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 GMC Jimmy AUTOMOBILES

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