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

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 2004 GMC Canyon 3.5 L5 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit, Replace -> Acadia, Enclave & Outlook -> Avalanche, Escalade EXT, Sierra & Silverado -> Canyon & Colorado -> Envoy, Rainier & Trailblazer -> Equinox & Torrent -> Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon -> Express & Savana -> HHR -> Hummer H2 -> Hummer H3 -> Relay, SV6, Terraza & Uplander -> Rendezvous -> SRX -> VUE
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon SLT 2.9 L4 GAS

Acadia, Enclave & Outlook

  • Apply park brake, then with engine off, apply and release brake pedal several times until brake pedal becomes firm to deplete vacuum reserve in vacuum brake booster.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Disconnect master cylinder fluid level sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove vacuum brake booster check valve and hose assembly from vacuum brake booster and position aside.
  • Remove vacuum brake booster vacuum sensor and position aside.
  • Release front and rear brake pipes from routing clip on frame rail.
  • Remove Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) assembly mount...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Colorado & Canyon -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2005 GMC Canyon Z85 SLE 2.8 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as...

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

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 GMC Canyon SLT 3.7 L5 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 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon WT 2.9 L4 GAS

The Low Tire Pressure warning lamp and/or the DIC (Driver Information Center) Low Tire Pressure message can be cl...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 GMC Canyon Z85 SLE 3.5 L5 GAS

Upon removal of starter, note if any shims are used. If shims are used, they should be installed in their original locations. After installation, if starter is noisy during cranking, remove one .015 inch double shim or add one .015 inch single shim to the outer bolt. If starter makes a high pitched whine after firing, add .015 inch double shims until noise ceases.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove intake manifold.
  • Remove sta...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2009 GMC Canyon SLE 3.7 L5 GAS

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

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 GMC Canyon SLT 3.7 L5 GAS

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Reposition radiator outlet hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers tool J 38185.
  • Remove outlet radiator hose from radiator.
  • Remove transmission cooler lines from radiator.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Remove radiator vent inlet hose from radiator.
  • Remove radiator mounting bracket bolt.
  • Remove ra...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon WT 2.9 L4 GAS

  • Rotate tensioner clockwise, using suitable 3/8 inch breaker bar.
  • Slide drive belt from water pump pul...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

Engine Controls Components Diagram for 2006 GMC Canyon SL 2.8 L4 GASEngine Controls Components Diagram for 2006 GMC Canyon SL 2.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Engine Oil Pressure Sensor
  • Fuel Injector No.3
  • Fuel Injector No.2
  • Fuel Injector No.1
  • Left Rear Door Diagram for 2005 GMC Canyon Z71 Fleet 2.8 L4 GASLeft Rear Door Diagram for 2005 GMC Canyon Z71 Fleet 2.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Door Speaker
  • Door Lock Actuator
  • Door Lock Switch
  • Connector C-316
  • Door Window Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

    2005 GMC Canyon Z71 SLE 2.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 GMC Canyon Z71 SLE 2.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Body Control Module
  • High Beam Indicator
  • Headlamp Relay
  • 2006 GMC Canyon WT 2.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 GMC Canyon WT 2.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Lock Relay
  • Unlock Relay
  • Body Control Module
  • Door Unlock Relay
  • Driver Door Lock And Window Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: SUNROOF LEAKS / WINDNOISE OR WHISTLE NOISE
    Vehicle: 2007 GMC Canyon WT 2.9 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Document: USE OF SILICONE FOR WEATHERSTRIP MAINTENANCE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2008 GMC Canyon SLT 2.9 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seals, Gaskets, Sealants
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

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