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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2011SAVANA SPECIAL 4.8 AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 23 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)
2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 A
Section 23 (Engine Cooling System)
2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 ASECTION Section 23 (Engine Cooling System)
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- Specifications
- Schematic and Routing Diagrams
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Code Index
- DTC P00B3 or P00B4
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptors
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Typical Scan Tool Data
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Procedures
- DTC P00B6
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptor
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Typical Scan Tool Data
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Diagnostic Aids
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Procedures
- DTC P0480
- DTC P0483 or P0493
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptor
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Procedures
- DTC P0495
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptor
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Procedures
- DTC P0526
- Diagnostic Instructions
- DTC Descriptor
- Diagnostic Fault Information
- Circuit/System Description
- Conditions for Running the DTC
- Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- Conditions for Clearing the DTC
- Reference Information
- Circuit/System Verification
- Circuit/System Testing
- Component Testing
- Repair Procedures
- DTC P1258
- DTC P2181
- Symptoms - Engine Cooling
- Low Engine Coolant Indicator Always On
- Engine Overheating
- Loss of Coolant
- Thermostat Diagnosis
- Coolant Heater Inoperative (Diesel)
- Coolant Heater Inoperative (Gasoline)
- Engine Fails To Reach Normal Operating Temperature
- Pressure Cap Testing
- Coolant Leak Testing
- Fan Clutch Diagnosis
- Repair Instructions
- Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill)
- Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill)
- Flushing
- Radiator Cleaning
- Cooling Layer Removal
- Cooling Layer Installation
- Radiator Surge Tank Replacement
- Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement
- Radiator Surge Tank Inlet Hose/Pipe Replacement
- Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LU3, LR4, LM7, LQ4)
- Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LU3)
- Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LR4, LM7, LQ4)
- Radiator Hose Quick Connect Fitting
- Radiator Vent Inlet Hose Replacement
- Engine Oil Cooler Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting Replacement
- Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (LR4, LM7, LQ4)
- Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (LU3)
- Fan Replacement
- Fan Clutch Replacement
- Fan Pulley Replacement
- Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Replacement (LGH)
- Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (Thermostat Bypass Pipe Side-LGH)
- Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (Turbocharger Side-LGH)
- Turbocharger Coolant Bypass Valve Replacement (LMM)
- Turbocharger Coolant Hoses/Pipes Replacement (Feed-LMM)
- Turbocharger Coolant Hoses/Pipes Replacement (Return-LMM)
- Turbocharger Coolant Hoses/Pipes Replacement (Return-LGH)
- Turbocharger Coolant Hoses/Pipes Replacement (Feed-LGH)
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Coolant Hoses/Pipes Replacement (LLY/LBZ)
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Coolant Hoses/Pipes Replacement (LGH)
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Coolant Hoses/Pipes Replacement (LMM)
- Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement
- Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (V6)
- Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LLY,LBZ)
- Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LGH)
- Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement (LBZ/LLY)
- Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement (LGH)
- Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (With LH8)
- Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (LH8)
- Thermostat Bypass Pipe Replacement
- Water Pump Replacement (LMF,LY2)
- Water Pump Replacement (V6)
- Water Pump Replacement (V8)
- Water Pump Replacement (LGH,LMM)
- Water Pump Outlet Pipe Replacement (LMM)
- Water Pump Outlet Pipe Replacement (LGH)
- Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement
- Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, 7.0L)
- Engine Coolant Fan Lower Shroud Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, 7.0L)
- Radiator Replacement (Diesel)
- Radiator Replacement (Gas)
- Coolant Heater Replacement (V6)
- Coolant Heater Replacement (Diesel)
- Coolant Heater Replacement (V8)
- Coolant Heater Replacement (V8 without 6.0L)
- Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (V8)
- Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (Diesel)
- Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (V6)
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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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.