Extended life coolant may become contaminated and require cooling system service before the recommended 100,000 miles.
Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Problems
Service transmission every 30,000 miles
Drive Train --
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Our technicians highly recommend that the transmission is serviced every 30,000 miles to avoid problems and maintain optimal operating order.
Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue
Exhaust & Emissions --
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Illumination of the Check Engine Light can be caused by a loose or worn gas cap.
Replace spark plugs every 100,000 miles
Engine --
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The spark plugs should be replaced every 100,000 miles. Our technicians recommend replacing the spark plug wires also at this time.
Keyless Entry System Not Working Due to Failed Fob/Entry Receiver
Electrical & Lights --
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The keyless entry system may stop working. Our technicians tell us the key fobs and keyless entry receiver may need to be replaced to correct this fault.
2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Recalls (Recent)
Possible Under Hood Electrical Fire
Electrical & Lights, June 11, 2010
RepairPal Expert Overview:
The heated washer module under the hood could overheat due to excessive current draw. Under certain conditions, this could result in an under hood fire. This previous recall attempt in 2008 to repair this concern did not have the expected success. Dealers will now permanently disable and remove the heated washer module to correct this concern. This recall is expected to begin on June 20, 2010.
Possible Under Hood Electrical Fire
Electrical & Lights, September 12, 2008
RepairPal Expert Overview:
The wiring to the washer system heater may overheat due to a failure in the heater module. This could cause other electrical features to malfunction, smoke to develop, and an electrical fire could result. Dealers will install a wire harness with an inline fuse to protect the washer heater module. This recall is expected to begin on September 12, 2008. The General Motors recall number is 08048.