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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 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 Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

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Vehicle: 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark
1994-96
  • Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
  • Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  • Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
  • On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> General System -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

General System

  • Inspect components for damage or unusual wear. Replace as required.
  • Inspect backing plate mounting bolts and ensure they are tight.
  • Inspect wheel cylinders. Excessive fluid indicates cup leakage and need for wheel cylinder replacement. Slight amount of fluid is always present and is considered normal, acting as lubricant for cylinder pistons.
  • Inspect adjuster screw operation. If satisfactory, lightly lubricate adjusting screw and washer with suitable brake lube. If operation is unsatisfactory, replace.
  • Clean rust and dirt from shoe contact surfaces on backing plate using fi...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 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: 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 5.3 V8 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 Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

Never clamp propeller shaft tubing in a vise. Clamping could dent or deform the tube causing an imbalance or unsafe condition. Always clamp on one of the yokes and support the shaft horizontally. Avoid damaging the slip yoke sealing surface. Nicks may damage the bushing or cut the lip seal.

Disassemble

  • Support propeller shaft in a line horizontal with table of a press.
  • Mark propeller shaft in order to show which end connects to transmission and which end goes to rear axle.
  • On models equipped with external snap ring retainers, proceed as follows:
    • Disassemble snap rings by ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 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: 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Reduce Engine Power Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

The Reduce Engine Power indicator lamp should light for a approximately 3 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warning lamp turns On during vehicle operation, a vehicl...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 5.3 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from 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

  • Drain co...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 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 GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Tweeter Speaker, LF Diagram for 2002 GMC Sierra 2500  6.0 V8 GASTweeter Speaker, LF Diagram for 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Harness Speaker Connector
  • Speaker Tweeter
  • LH Upper Instrument Panel Diagram for 1999 GMC Sierra 2500  6.0 V8 GASLH Upper Instrument Panel Diagram for 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground G-203
  • Splice Pack SP-203
  • Dash
  • A Pillar
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 GMC Sierra 2500  6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Memory Seat Module
  • Memory Seat Switch
  • Driver Window/Door Lock Switch
  • 2000 GMC Sierra 2500  6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Daytime Running Lamps Relay
  • Ambient Light Sensor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most GMC Sierra 2500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: NEW POWERTRAIN QUALITY CENTER FOR ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 5.3 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: BATTERY AND CHARGING SYSTEM ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR GMC Sierra 2500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most GMC Sierra 2500 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 Sierra 2500 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 Sierra 2500 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 Sierra 2500 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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