Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2011SAVANA SPECIAL 4.8 AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 4 (ENGINE CONTROLS AND FUEL - 6.6L (LGH) - DTC P0016 THROUGH DTC P11DC)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC P008FTESTINGCIRCUIT/SYSTEM VERIFICATION
2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 A
Circuit/System Verification
2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 ASECTION Circuit/System Verification
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- Ignition OFF, inspect the cooling system surge tank for the proper coolant level. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing , and Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill Diesel) .
- Ignition OFF for 8 hours or greater.
- Ignition ON, observe the scan tool Fuel Temperature Sensor and ECT Sensor parameters. The ECT and Fuel Temperature Sensor should be within 20Β°C (36Β°F) of each other.
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.