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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 2001-02 -> Oil Charge -> Alero & Malibu -> Bonneville, LeSabre & Park Avenue -> Camaro, Century & Firebird -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Cherokee, Dakota, Full Size Pickups, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Corvette -> DaimlerChrysler Corp. -> DeVille & Seville -> Eldorado -> Except Lincoln LS -> Except Tracker -> Ford Motor Company -> Full Size & Ram Vans -> General Motors Corp. -> Geo Tracker -> Grand Prix, Impala, Intrigue, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> L-Series -> Liberty -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Lincoln LS -> Metro -> Passenger Cars -> Prizm -> PT Cruiser -> S-Series -> Saturn -> VUE
Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

DaimlerChrysler Corp.

Passenger Cars

Before installing replacement compressor, drain oil from replacement and failed compressors (drain oil from suction port). Add same amount of oil to replacement compressor as drained from failed compressor.

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

When other ai...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Brake Booster -> Troubleshooting -> Accumulator Leak-Down, System Does Not Hold Charge -> Grabby Brakes Or Booster Chatters/Pedal Vibrates -> Slow Brake Pedal Return
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Slow Brake Pedal Return

Excessive seal friction in booster.
Faulty spool action.
Restriction in return line from booster to pump reservoir.
Damaged input rod end.

Grabby Brakes Or Booster Chatters/Pedal Vibrates

Faulty spool action caused by contamination in sys...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

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: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD LT 6.0 V8 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD LT 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD LT 6.0 V8 GAS

When the TPMS detects a significant loss of tire pressure, the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message is displayed on the DI...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Raise and support vehicle.
Disconnect starter solenoid electrical connectors.
Remove starter motor mounting bolts, washers, shims, then starter motor from vehicle.
Reverse proced...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic LT 6.0 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2007 Silverado -> Relearn -> Reset
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic LT 6.0 V8 GAS

Reset

When the TPMS detects a significant loss of tire pressure, the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message is displayed on the DIC and the low tire pressure indicator is displayed on the IPC. Adjusting tire to recommended pressure will clear the tire message.

Relearn

Place the ignition switch in the ACC position.
Press the keyless entry transmitters lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chirp sounds or use the scan tool and select Special Functions/Sensor Learn Mode Enable/Enable soft key. A horn chirp will sound indicating the mode has been enabled.
The horn should chirp twice ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Lower

Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
Separate mass airflow (MAF)/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor assembly and air inlet tube by loosening hose clamp.
Disconnect radiator inlet hose clip from air cleaner outlet duct.
Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
Reposition radiator outlet hose clamp at radiator.
Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
Reposition hose clamp from water pump.
Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump and from vehicle.
Reverse procedure to install.

Upper

D...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Rotate tensioner clockwise to release belt tension using suitable wrench, then remove belt.
Route belt over pulleys excep...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Steering Column Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:

Ignition Switch

Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil

Shaft Lock Shield Assembly

Snap Ring

Torx Head Screw

Door Components Diagram for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic LT 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:

Door

Power Window Motor

Speaker

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Seat Adjuster Switch-Driver

Seat Rear Vertical Motor-Driver

Seat Horizontal Motor-Driver

Seat Front Vertical Motor-Driver

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Torque Converter Clutch Pulse Width Modulation Solenoid Valve

Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve

Stop Lamp Switch

Powertrain Control Module

Automatic Transmission

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: GLOBAL POSITION SENSOR (GPS) PERFORMANCE DEGRADATION - REVISED
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Auto Systems:

Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing

Document: NEW OWNER ORIENTATION CLINIC MATERIALS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE - REVISED
Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 6.0 V8 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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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