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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+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 2001-02 -> Precautions -> A/C Refrigerant Oil -> Battery Ground Cable -> Cleanliness -> Engine Coolant -> Exercise System -> General Service -> Product Compatibility -> R-134a -> Safety
Vehicle: 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 BI-FUEL

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Product Compatibility

A/C Refrigerant Oil

Before replenishing refrigerant oil, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. Refer to "A/C Data" for specifications.

Engine Coolant

Before adding or replacing engine coolant, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. If using orange silicate-free coolant, do not mix with green silicated coolant. If mixed, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result.

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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+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit Replacement -> Astro & Safari -> C & K Series -> G Series -> P Series
Vehicle: 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

Astro & Safari

  • Apply parking brake.
  • Disconnect reservoir and power steering hoses from booster.
  • Remove master cylinder to brake booster retaining nuts.
  • Position and support master cylinder away from booster. Do not remove hydraulic lines from master cylinder.
  • Remove booster rod from top of brake pedal.
  • Remove booster mounting nuts from inside of vehicle.
  • Remove booster assembly and gasket.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque booster mounting nuts to 27 ft. lbs.
    • Torque master cylinder retaining nuts to 27 ft. lbs.
    • Torque power steering hoses to booster n...

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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 -> Component Locations -> 1999-06 Silverado & Sierra
Vehicle: 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

Refer ...

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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+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 5.3 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 axle remover tool No. J 45859 or equivalent, press wheel drive shaft from hub.
  • Remove bolts securing wheel dr...

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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: 2000 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+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove upper and lower radiator hoses.
  • Remove mounting bolts and lower fan shroud.
  • Remove engine vent hose and surge take hose.
  • Disconnect engine o...

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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: 2000 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+.

RH Upper Instrument Panel Diagram for 2000 GMC Sierra 2500  5.3 V8 GASRH Upper Instrument Panel Diagram for 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 5.3 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel
  • Ground G-200
  • Ground Stud
  • Selectable Ride Switch Diagram for 2003 GMC Sierra 2500  6.0 V8 GASSelectable Ride Switch Diagram for 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel
  • Selectable Ride Switch
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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.

    2004 GMC Sierra 2500  6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cellular Microphone
  • Cellular and Navigation Antenna
  • OnStar Button Assembly
  • 2002 GMC Sierra 2500  6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Stoplamp Switch
  • Antilock Indicator
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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: AVAILABILITY OF PICKUP BOX REINFORCEMENT KITS FOR TOOLBOX/REAR WINDOW BARRIER/LADDER RACK APPLICATIONS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
  • Document: DTC P0446 (Restricted/Blocked EVAP Vent Path) Set, Check Engine Light On
    Vehicle: 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 5.3 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
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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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