Illumination of the Check Engine Light can be caused by a loose or worn gas cap.
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GMC Sierra 3500 Problems
Parking Brake Does Not Hold Due to Worn Parking Brake Shoes
Brakes --
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Units with 4 wheel disk brakes may develop at situation where the park brake does not hold as it should. Our technicians tell us this can be caused by worn park brake shoes located inside the drum section of the rear brake disks. The worn shoes should be replaced and properly adjusted to correct this issue.
Daytime Running Lights are Prone to Burning Out
Electrical & Lights --
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The daytime running lights are prone to burning out. Our technicians tell us that the light sockets may show signs of heat damage but usually are OK. Always be sure to use the correct replacement bulb for the best life expectancy. The new bulb recommendation for 2001-2003 models is #4114K (trade number).
Check Engine Light Due to Restricted Secondary Air Injection Check Valve
Exhaust & Emissions --
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One or both secondary air injection check valves may become restricted causing poor air flow resulting in illumination of the Check Engine Light. It is often recommend to replace both check valves even if a fault code is set for only one bank of cylinders. Replacing only one valve may result in a return trip to the repair shop.
ABS Light Due to Poor Electrical Ground Under the Battery Tray
Brakes --
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A poor electrical ground under the battery tray may cause the ABS warning light to illuminate. Our technicians tell us that cleaning and properly securing this ground and also the main ABS ground on the frame rail below the drivers door may be necessary.
GMC Sierra 3500 Recalls (Recent)
GMC Sierra 3500 Recall 06V417000
Body, Interior & Misc., November 6, 2006
Summary: CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Learn more »Tire and Loading Information Labels Are Innacurate
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.
Rear Seat Belt for Smaller Passengers May Not Fit Correctly
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.
Hydro-Boost Relief Valve May Not Function Properly
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.
Gear Shift Indicator May Not Illuminate
Drive Train, February 22, 2005
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Under certain conditions, the shift lever position indicator located in the instrument cluster may not illuminate. If the indicator does not illuminate, the driver may not know which gear the vehicle is in. This could result in the vehicle moving in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster to correct this concern. This recall is expected to begin on February 14, 2005. The General Motors recall number is 05023.
GMC Sierra 3500 Questions and Answers
greg c, 2002 GMC Sierra 3500, Pearland, TX
I have a duramax 6.6 and once I drive for about a mile the ABS light pops on and the truck down shifts, bringing my speed down to about 55 mph. I have been told something about slack in the transfe...
srvglobal, 2001 GMC Sierra 3500, 8.1L V8, Streamwood, IL
GMC 3500/Bus..When i started it up the brake light and buzzer was on. I checked the emergency brake(off) and pulled the lever and still on. I put in drive and also have no steering/locked
phillip94, 2001 GMC Sierra 3500, 8.1L V8, Boone, NC
have already reploaced plugs and wires
rogerrabit, 2003 GMC Sierra 3500, 6.6L V8 Diesel Turbo, Homestead, FL
changed motor oil and filter changed feul filter engine still smokes
Rabbit3203, 2001 GMC Sierra 3500, 8.1L V8, District Heights, MD
Brake pedal goes to the floor when applying. I have new rotors and pads all away round the truck, new master cylinder, but the brake pedal still goes to the floor when applying the brake.
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GMC Sierra 3500 Reviews
My 1st diesel and I LOVE IT!!! The Duramax is a fantastic engine. Bought with 162,756 on the clock and she runs as new if not better. I just drove across the USA with ZERO issues, this is a keeper machine for me.
I bought this 3500 last week with a lot of highway miles but it runs like new. I am amazed at the power the 6.6 Duramax Diesel engine has, coupled with the Allison tranny, WOW! Best truck I have ever owned.
the best truck i ever owned. i got this one for work and its never let me down, even in the dead of winter. i have replaced the spark plugs and wires and maintain it to the service schedule exactly. this is why i own GMC trucks. i already have 58000 miles on it. i am told the water pumps on these babies tend to fail so i'm watching it close for leaks.
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