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Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Chevrolet Suburban 1500

Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Models:

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Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Problems

Engine -- Verified

The fuel pump may fail causing the engine to stall and not restart. Our technicians recommend replacing the fuel filter every 30,000 miles to help prevent undue strain on the fuel pump.

Suspension & Steering -- Verified

The steering may develop a clunk type noise from the upper intermediate steering shaft.  Our technicians tell us that you should check with you local GM dealer to find out what the latest repair is for this condition.

Miscellaneous -- Verified

The inside and outside door handles are prone to breaking.

Miscellaneous -- Verified

The power door lock actuators may become slow to operate or stop working completely and require replacement.

Engine -- Verified

The intake manifold gasket may develop and external engine oil or coolant leak. In some cases, an internal coolant leak may occur causing coolant to mix with the engine oil. Running the engine with a coolant/oil mix may result in engine damage. Replacing the intake manifold gasket should correct this issue.

Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Recalls (Recent)

Body, Interior & Misc., March 31, 2006

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The tire and loading information label on the driver's side door frame may be inaccurate. A misprinted label could lead to overloading of the vehicle, which could possibly lead to tire failure and a crash. Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At customers' request, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began March 31, 2006. The GM recall number is 05109.

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Body, Interior & Misc., December 29, 2000

Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE OCCUPANT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

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Body, Interior & Misc., July 21, 2005

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The second row center seat belt routing may make it difficult to position correctly on smaller passengers. If the seat belt rides up to fit around the abdomen, the risk of internal injury is increased in a crash. Dealers will cut the guide loop, remove a portion of the loop, and the remaining sides should be folded over and secured with a retainer. The recall began July 21, 2005. The GM recall number is 05037.

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Body, Interior & Misc., February 17, 2003

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On 107 vehicles, one or two welds on the rear door upper hinge may not be to specification. This may cause the door strength to be reduced in a side impact crash. Dealers will inspect the welds and install a bolt to secure the hinge if any are found to be out of specification.

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Brakes, June 18, 2004

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The hydro-boost housing relief valve bore may be out of specification. The seal may fracture as a result, which may reduce braking assist and slightly increase the steering effort while braking. Under certain conditions, more braking effort will be required to stop the vehicle. Dealers will replace the hydro-boost relief valve. The recall began June 18, 2004. The GM recall number is 04004.

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Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Questions and Answers

jesschill, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 5.7L V8, Macon, GA

replaced compressor flushed the lines new accumulator and orifice filter added 2 cans r134 still not cold gage is reading about 50 psi

the gitch, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 5.7L V8, Schofield Barracks, HI

Have had my suburban a long time and am now doing a frame off restoration but cant find the rear fenders. the only ones i can find are the bottom half of the fenders, where the rust, but i need the...

danmandanman200, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 5.7L V8, Portland, OR

my truck wont shift until the gears wind completly out i dont know what it is help me!! call me 5033121161

Visitor, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Diesel, Walla Walla, WA

The connection where the Steering box mounts to the frame has pulled loose. A mechanic told me I need to cut out a piece of the frame and weld an undamaged piece back on. another told me he thought...

greasymonkey, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Belmont, NC

rear brakes

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Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Reviews

I've had very good luck with this automobile 180,000 miles and all I've have replaced "battery". Buy Chevy, great autos.

4x4 LT model and I love it. We now have 64K on this vehicle and it still drives like new. Used in snow a couple of time in some very hilly country and it handled beautifully. This is the best vehicle I've ever owned with the fewest problems.

my suburbans tranny went out and im having truoble finding which type to put in

Good solid truck great for group trips, home depot runs ect.LT model leather seats cruise nice sound system and 40 gal tank make long trips easy. Rough on gas around town not bad on highway. AC is ok on long runs but around town it takes a while to cool, Fact I love Suburbans 4th one, GREAT JOB GM 350 Rules

I have owned my 2001 Suburban since it was new. It now has 146,000 miles on it. I have always kept the vehicle well maintained as I do with all of my vehicles. This Suburban has been a great vehicle to travel with. It has been driven across this country many times. It is a great on the highway. Now for the bad. The ABS brake module has been replaced 3 times. The rear tailgate window hinge has broken. You have to replace the entire window assembly to get the hinge. The A/C only blows cold enough while driving over 30 mph. If you are sitting in traffic it blows warm. The freon level is perfect and it has blown this way since new. Other than these issues it's a good truck. It is dependable and has never let me down.