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2008 Hummer H3 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Hummer REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Bendix Master Cylinder -> Delco Master Cylinder -> Disassemble -> Wheel Cylinder
Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 Alpha 5.3 V8 GAS

Delco Master Cylinder

When performing the following procedures, refer to Fig. noting that the composite reservoir may vary in design.

Disassemble
  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch and proportioning valve assembly, if equipped.
  • Depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid outlet (outlet nearest to cowl when master cylinder is installed), then apply compressed air into secondary fluid outlet to remo...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 Alpha 5.3 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove wheel drive shaft nut and washer. Do not reuse wheel drive shaft nut, replace with new.
  • Remove steering knuckle assembly.
  • Release wheel drive shaft by placing a brass drift against tripod housing. Firmly strike brass drift with a hammer to release drive shaft.
  • Remove front wheel drive shaft from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • A snap or po...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic System Check -> Diagnostic Tests -> DTC C0750 Left Front Low Tire Pressure Sensor, C0755 Right Front Low Tire Pressure Sensor, C0760 Left Rear Low Tire Pressure Sensor Or C0765 Right Rear Low Tire Pressure Sensor -> DTC C0775 Low Tire Pressure System Sensors Not Learned -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Low Tire Pressure Indicator Fault -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 3.7 L5 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

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

Diagnostic Tests

Low tire pressure in one or more tires is indicated by a continuously illuminated TPMS indicator after the bulb check is completed. The DIC will display a check tire pressure type message, if equipped. It is not necessary to perform the Relearn procedure for a low tire condition.

When a TPMS DTC is set, the TPMS indicator will flash for one minute after the bulb check is completed and then will remain illuminated. The DI...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 Alpha 5.3 V8 GAS

  • Place transmission in neutral.
  • Release park brake, if applied.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove right front tire and wheel.
  • Remove engine wiring harness, then positive battery cable terminal nut and cable terminal from starter.
  • Disconnect engine wiring harness electrical connector from starter motor.
  • Mark front universal joint to drive shaft flange.
  • Remove propeller shaft retaining bolts and straps.
  • Remove propeller shaft from front pinion drive flange.
  • Remove propeller shaft retaining bolts.
  • Remove propeller shaft and CV joint from transmission, then tra...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Indicator Lamp -> Electronic Engine Controls Or Electronic Fuel Injection Except Tracker
Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS

The Check Engine/Service Engine Soon Lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. When the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp remains on for 10 seconds or constantly after the engine is started, the self diagnosis system has detected a problem and has stored a code in the system Electronic Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). After diagnosis and repair, the ECM/PCM memory can be cleared of codes either by using a scan tool (OBD II systems) or by disconnecting the battery ground ca...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air cleaner resonator outlet duct.
  • 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 install.

Upper

  • Partially dr...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS

  • Install a 3/8 inch breaker bar into drive belt tensioner.
  • Rotate tensioner clockwise, in order to relieve tension on drive belt.
  • Slide drive belt off of w...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Hummer H3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Underbody Components Diagram for 2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GASUnderbody Components Diagram for 2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Fluid Reservoir
  • Connector C1
  • Connector C2
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • YAW Rate Sensor
  • Instrument Panel Components Diagram for 2008 Hummer H3 Alpha 5.3 V8 GASInstrument Panel Components Diagram for 2008 Hummer H3 Alpha 5.3 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor High Speed Relay
  • HVAC Control Module
  • Recirculation Actuator
  • Mode Actuator
  • Right Air Temperature Actuator
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Hummer H3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • 2008 Hummer H3 Alpha 5.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Hummer H3 Alpha 5.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Brake
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Body Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Hummer H3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Engine Rattle Noise after R And R of the Crankshaft Balancer -Inspect Bolt Torque
    Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Hummer H3 X 3.7 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Hummer H3 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Hummer H3 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 2008 Hummer H3 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 2008 Hummer H3 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 2008 Hummer H3 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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