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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC C1500 Pickup 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 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Cooling Fans -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> PRECAUTIONS -> AIR BAG SYSTEM DISARMING & ARMING
Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 V8 GAS

AIR BAG SYSTEM DISARMING & ARMING

Refe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Bendix Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Rotor Replacement -> 2WD Models -> 4WD Models
Vehicle: 1994 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL

4WD Models

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel.
  • Remove caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service."
  • On K1500 and K2500 models, remove rotor.
  • On K3500 models proceed as follows:
    • Remove hub retaining nut.
    • Remove four hub/rotor retaining bolts on back side of spindle.
    • Using suitable wheel puller, remove rotor assembly.
  • On K1500 and K2500 models, reverse procedure to install, tightening all bolts to specifications. Install caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service."
  • On K3500 models, reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque hub nut to 173 ft. lbs
    • Torque hub and bear...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1996-03 C/K, G & R/V Series w/Gasoline Engine -> Heavy Duty Emissions -> Light Duty Emissions -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GAS

Light Duty Emissions

Normal Service

Replace every 30,000 miles

Severe Service

Rep...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Three Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 1996 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 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 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 4.3 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air inlet duct, as required.
  • Disconnect terminal plug and battery lead connections from back of alternator.
  • Remove upper fan shroud mounting bolts and fan shroud.
  • Remove accessory drive belt using suitable 3/8 i...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Service Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1994 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 6.5 V8 DIESEL

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 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1994 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 5.0 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Remove air cleaner.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove heater hose support clamp bolt.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 6.2 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 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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

Auxiliary Fan Cooling Relay Diagram for 1990 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GASAuxiliary Fan Cooling Relay Diagram for 1990 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Auxiliary Cooling Fan Relay
  • 4WD Axle Actuator Diagram for 1994 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 GAS4WD Axle Actuator Diagram for 1994 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Transfer Case Relay
  • Front Axle Actuator
  • Front Axle Solenoid Switch
  • Splice S-112
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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

    1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 6.5 V8 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Service Engine Soon Indicator
  • Voltage Regulator
  • Data Link Connector (DLC)
  • Service Throttle Position Indicator
  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
  • 1990 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Solenoid
  • Battery
  • Radio
  • Ignition Switch
  • Convenience Center
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS
    Vehicle: 1996 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra 5.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Manual Trans, Clutches, Linkage, MTX
  • Document: I/M EMISSIONS DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL AVAILABLE
    Vehicle: 1995 GMC C1500 Pickup Sierra XC 4.3 V6 GAS

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

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