This manual provides comprehensive service and repair coverage for Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra light-duty pickup trucks manufactured between 2006 and 2011. These robust vehicles, built on the GMT900 platform, are renowned for their versatility, towing and hauling capabilities, and a wide range of powertrain options, including various V6 and V8 gasoline engines and the powerful Duramax diesel. Known for their durable construction and workhorse reputation, these trucks have consistently earned industry acclaim for their performance in the full-size pickup segment.
This extensive workshop manual is designed to be an indispensable resource for owners, professional mechanics, and technicians. It details general maintenance procedures, component removal and installation, diagnostic testing, and rebuilding or overhaul processes for all major vehicle systems. Coverage includes detailed information on engine mechanicals, fuel and cooling systems, ignition, electrical charging and starting, lighting, exhaust, automatic and manual transmissions, transfer case, brake systems, suspension, steering, drive axles, body electrical systems including HVAC and comfort controls, safety restraints, and collision repair. Troubleshooting guides, torque specifications, and wiring diagrams are also provided to ensure accurate and efficient maintenance and repair.
ENGINE COVERED:
4.3L 6-CYLINDER V-6
4.8L 8-CYLINDER V-8
5.3L 8-CYLINDER V-8
6.0L 8-CYLINDER V-8
6.2L 8-CYLINDER V-8
6.6L 8-CYLINDER V-8
TRANSMISSION COVERED:
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4L60-E
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4L65-E
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4L70-E
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 6L50
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 6L80
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 6L90
6-speed Allison 1000 automatic TRANSMISSION
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION TREMEC M96
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION TREMEC TZ0
MANUAL CONTENTS:
GENERAL INFORMATION
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
SAFETY PRECAUTION
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
SEALERS-ADHESIVES-LUBRICANTS
ENGINE MECHANICAL
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
INTAKE MANIFOLD SYSTEM
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
THROTTLE BODY SYSTEM
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
VALVE SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
EVAPORATIVE (EVAP) EMISSION
OIL PRESSURE DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
ENGINE MOUNT SYSTEM
ENGINE WIRING HARNESS
ENGINE ELECTRICAL
CHARGING SYSTEM
STARTING SYSTEM
LIGHTING SYSTEM
ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM
EGR SYSTEM
RESTRAINTS SYSTEM
INSTRUMENT PANEL
DIAGNOSTIC FAULT INFORMATION(DTC)
SEAT AND SEAT BELT
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
AXLE SHAFT BEARING
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
TORQUE CONVERTER HUB
CONTROL AND SHIFT SOLENOIDS
ACCUMULATOR & CLUTCH
ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
ENDGATE THEFT DETERRENT
BUMPER & FRAME RAIL
COLLISION REPAIR SYSTEM
BODY & PANEL TRIM
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM
WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT
DISC BRAKES SYSTEM
DOOR LOCKS SYSTEM
DRUM BRAKES SYSTEM
BUZZERS, RELAYS & TIMERS
BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM)
SUNROOF MODULE
ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP)
AIR CONDITIONING
ENTERTAINMENT AND NAVIGATION
EXTERIOR TRIM
FRAME UNDERBODY
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
HEATING & VENTILATION
HYDRAULIC BRAKES
DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
PARKING BRAKES SYSTEM
PLASTIC PANELS
POWER SEATS SYSTEM
POWER STEERING
TRANSFER CASE
STEERING LINKAGE
WINDOWS DEFOGGER
WIPER WASHER SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
WIRING DIAGRAMS
ENGINE COVERED:
4.3L 6-CYLINDER V-6
4.8L 8-CYLINDER V-8
5.3L 8-CYLINDER V-8
6.0L 8-CYLINDER V-8
6.2L 8-CYLINDER V-8
6.6L 8-CYLINDER V-8
TRANSMISSION COVERED:
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4L60-E
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4L65-E
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4L70-E
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 6L50
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 6L80
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 6L90
6-speed Allison 1000 automatic TRANSMISSION
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION TREMEC M96
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION TREMEC TZ0
MANUAL CONTENTS:
GENERAL INFORMATION
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
SAFETY PRECAUTION
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
SEALERS-ADHESIVES-LUBRICANTS
ENGINE MECHANICAL
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
INTAKE MANIFOLD SYSTEM
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
THROTTLE BODY SYSTEM
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
VALVE SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
EVAPORATIVE (EVAP) EMISSION
OIL PRESSURE DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
ENGINE MOUNT SYSTEM
ENGINE WIRING HARNESS
ENGINE ELECTRICAL
CHARGING SYSTEM
STARTING SYSTEM
LIGHTING SYSTEM
ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM
EGR SYSTEM
RESTRAINTS SYSTEM
INSTRUMENT PANEL
DIAGNOSTIC FAULT INFORMATION(DTC)
SEAT AND SEAT BELT
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
AXLE SHAFT BEARING
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE
TORQUE CONVERTER HUB
CONTROL AND SHIFT SOLENOIDS
ACCUMULATOR & CLUTCH
ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
ENDGATE THEFT DETERRENT
BUMPER & FRAME RAIL
COLLISION REPAIR SYSTEM
BODY & PANEL TRIM
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM
WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT
DISC BRAKES SYSTEM
DOOR LOCKS SYSTEM
DRUM BRAKES SYSTEM
BUZZERS, RELAYS & TIMERS
BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM)
SUNROOF MODULE
ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP)
AIR CONDITIONING
ENTERTAINMENT AND NAVIGATION
EXTERIOR TRIM
FRAME UNDERBODY
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
HEATING & VENTILATION
HYDRAULIC BRAKES
DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
PARKING BRAKES SYSTEM
PLASTIC PANELS
POWER SEATS SYSTEM
POWER STEERING
TRANSFER CASE
STEERING LINKAGE
WINDOWS DEFOGGER
WIPER WASHER SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
WIRING DIAGRAMS
