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2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 ZFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Electrical Component Locator: Motors
MOTORS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| Air Temperature Actuator | At bottom of HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Air Temperature Actuator (Auxiliary) (Suburban & Yukon XL) | On auxiliary HVAC module assembly. See Figure. |
| Air Temperature Actuator (Auxiliary) (Tahoe & Yukon) | On auxiliary HVAC module assembly. See Figure. |
| Air Temperature Actuator Connector | On bottom of HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Air Temperature Actuator (Left) | On bottom of HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Air Temperature Actuator (Right) | Behind dash, at top of HVAC module. See Figure. |
| A/T Shift Lock Control Actuator | On steering column. See Figure. |
| Automatic Level Control (ALC) Air Compressor | At rear crossmember. See Figure. |
| Auxiliary Temperature Actuator | Mounted to auxiliary HVAC box, near blower motor. See Figure. |
| Blower Motor | Under right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Blower Motor (Auxiliary) (Suburban & Yukon XL) | Behind right rear quarter panel. See Figure. |
| Blower Motor (Auxiliary) (Tahoe & Yukon) | Right rear of passenger compartment. See Figure. |
| Door Lock Actuator (Cargo) | In right cargo door. See Figure. |
| Door Lock Actuator (Liftgate) | Near center of lift gate. See Figure. |
| Front Axle Actuator Connector (1500 Series) | On front axle housing. See Figure. |
| Front Axle Actuator Connector (2500 Series) | On front axle housing. See Figure. |
| Front Axle Actuator (1500 Series) | On front axle housing. See Figure. |
| Front Axle Actuator (2500 Series) | On front axle housing. See Figure. |
| Fuel Pump & Sender Assembly Connector (Primary) | On primary fuel pump assembly. See Figure. |
| Fuel Pump & Sender Assembly Connector (Secondary) (W/Dual Tanks) | On secondary fuel pump assembly. See Figure. |
| Fuel Pump & Sender Assembly (Primary) | In primary fuel tank. See Figure. |
| Fuel Pump & Sender Assembly (Secondary) (W/Dual Tanks) | In secondary fuel tank. See Figure. |
| Idle Air Control Valve (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L) | Top front of intake manifold. See Figure. |
| Mode Actuator | On left side of HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Mode Actuator (Auxiliary) (Suburban & Yukon XL) | At front of auxiliary HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Mode Actuator (Auxiliary) (Tahoe & Yukon) | On auxiliary HVAC module assembly. See Figure. |
| Mode Actuator Connector (Auxiliary) | At front of auxiliary HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Precharge Pump | Left side of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Precharge Pump Connector | On precharge pump. See Figure. |
| Rear Steering Gear Motor | On rear steering actuator. See Figure. |
| Recirculation Actuator | Upper right of HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Recirculation Actuator Connector | Upper right of HVAC module. See Figure. |
| Seat Bolster Motor (Driver) | In driver's seat back. See Figure. |
| Seat Bolster Motor (Right Front) | In right front seat back. See Figure. |
| Seat Front Vertical Motor (Driver) | Below driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Front Vertical Motor (Right) | Below right front seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Horizontal Motor (Driver) | Below driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Horizontal Motor (Right) | Below right front seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Lumbar Motor (Driver) | Below driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Lumbar Motor (Right Front) | In right front seat back. See Figure. |
| Seat Rear Vertical Motor (Driver) | Below driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Rear Vertical Motor (Right) | Below right front seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Recliner Motor (Driver) | Below driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Seat Recliner Motor (Right) | Below right front seat. See Figure. |
| Starter | Lower right rear of engine. See Figure. |
| Sun Roof Motor | Part of sun roof module. |
| Supplemental Brake Assist Pump Motor | On brake booster assembly. See Figure. |
| Supplemental Brake Assist Pump Motor Connector | Near brake booster assembly. See Figure. |
| Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Motor | On front of engine. See Figure. |
| Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Motor Connector | On throttle actuator control (TAC) motor. See Figure. |
| Window Motor (Driver) | In driver's door. See Figure. |
| Window Motor (Left Rear) | In left rear door. See Figure. |
| Window Motor (Left Rear) | In left rear door. See Figure. |
| Window Motor (Right Front) | In right front door. See Figure. |
| Window Motor (Right Rear) | In right rear door. See Figure. |
| Windshield Washer Fluid Pump Connector | On washer fluid pump. See Figure. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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