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GMC Safari (1985-2005) repair manuals
A repair manual for your GMC Safari (1985-2005)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on GMC vans.
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Chevrolet / GMC Full-size Vans - gasoline and diesel engines (1967-1986) | Chilton Repair Manual
Chilton Repair Manual for the Chevrolet / GMC 1/2, ¾ and 1-ton Vans, including the Cutaway and Motor Home Chassis.
Gasoline engines: 6 cylinder - 230, 250 and 292 cu in / V8 - 283, 307, 350 and 400 cu in.
Diesel engines: V8 - 379 cu in.
Model years: 1967-1986.
This Chilton manual for the Chevrolet and GMC Full-ize vans from 1967-1986 covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline and diesel engines (timing gear, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system, and gaskets).
It also addresses cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust, and the electrical system. Additionally, it describes work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.
- Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
- Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and wiring diagrams.
- Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.
Product details
| Details: | 424 pages, 29 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 11.4 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 1997) |
| Series: | Chilton Auto Repair Manual (28640) |
| ISBN: | 9780801989773 |
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Chevrolet Astro / GMC Safari (1985-2005) | Haynes Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari.
Gasoline engines: 4-cylinder and V6.
Model years: 1985-2005.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 4x4 drive gear.
This Haynes manual for the Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari vans, describes service and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
- Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
- Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
- Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Author: | Ken Freund, John H Haynes |
| Details: | 256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.6 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.63 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 2008) |
| Series: | Haynes Auto Repair Manual (24010) |
| ISBN: | 9781563926969 |
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Chevrolet Astro / GMC Safari (1985-2005) | Chilton Repair Manual
Chilton Repair Manual for the Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari minivans.
Gasoline engines: 4 cylinders - 2.5 litre / V6 - 4.3 litre.
Model years: 1985-2005.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 4x4 drive system.
This Chilton manual for the Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari minivans covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system, and gaskets).
It also addresses the cooling system, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust, and the electrical system. Additionally, it describes work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.
- Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
- Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and wiring diagrams.
- Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.
Product details
| Author: | Kevin M G Maher, Ken Freund |
| Details: | 256 pages, 27.5 x 20.5 x 2.1 cm / 10.8 x 8.1 x 0.83 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 2008) |
| Series: | Chilton Auto Repair Manual (28100) |
| ISBN: | 9781563926976 |
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