1999 GMC Savana 2500 Service and Repair Manual
This factory service and repair manual for the 1999 GMC Savana 2500 lists four powertrains: a 4.3L overhead-valve V6, 5.0L and 5.7L V8s on gasoline, and a turbocharged 6.5L V8 diesel. Bodywork remains four 3-door shells, cargo or passenger, standard or extended, and buyers picked between two trims, Base and SLE. The manual keeps each of those combinations distinct, with specifications, torque values, wiring diagrams and diagnostic procedures set out by system so the figures for the van on the lift can be found without cross-referencing.
Engines covered
- 5.0L V8 (305 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
- 6.5L V8 (395 cu in) — OHV, turbocharged, diesel
- 4.3L V6 (262 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
- 5.7L V8 (350 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 3-door extended cargo van
- 3-door standard cargo van
- 3-door extended passenger van
- 3-door standard passenger van
Trims covered
- Base
- SLE
Known issues on the 1999 Savana 2500. A single recall touches this model year, and it was issued against a replacement part rather than anything fitted at the factory: racing oil filters sold for these engines can seal inadequately and let engine oil escape, with fire the stated risk. One owner complaint is on the record, concerning the service brakes. That leaves the lubrication and brake sections as the practical starting points here, from oil pressure specifications and filter fitment through to hydraulic brake diagnostics, bleeding sequence and the fastener torque values that go with them.
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. TH
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 20
This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form o
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form o
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's
THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO CALIBR
Showing the 8 most recent of 9 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
AS I WAS ABOUT TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AT A LOCAL MARKET, I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, AND IT PROMPTLY WENT TO THE FLOOR. FORTUNATELY I LIVE IN A RURAL AREA AND THE ROUTE HOME DID NOT REQUIRE MY
