2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Service and Repair Manual
This factory service and repair manual for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 has no simple engine list to work from: a 6.6L turbocharged diesel V8 of 403 cubic inches, a 6.0L V8 of 364 cubic inches that runs gasoline or CNG, and an 8.1L gasoline V8 of 496 cubic inches, all overhead-valve. They went into five bodies, from crew cab and extended cab pickups to standard cab pickups and 4-door or 2-door cab and chassis, in Base, SLE, SLT and WT trim. Procedures, specifications, torque values, wiring diagrams and diagnostics are grouped by system throughout.
Engines covered
- 6.6L V8 (403 cu in) — OHV, turbocharged, diesel
- 6.0L V8 (364 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline or CNG
- 8.1L V8 (496 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 4-door crew cab pickup
- 2-door standard cab pickup
- 4-door extended cab pickup
- 4-door cab & chassis
- 2-door cab & chassis
Trims covered
- Base
- SLE
- SLT
- WT
Known issues on the 2005 Sierra 3500. Eight recalls are on the federal record. One describes a power steering hose built off specification that can fracture at full lock while braking, taking steering assist and, on hydro-boost trucks, brake assist with it. Another describes fuel rail crossover tube retainer screws made out of specification that can break and leak fuel. A third describes a shift lever position indicator that may not illuminate, so the truck can move in a direction the driver did not expect. Owners filed 448 complaints, led by 122 on the electrical system and 118 on service brakes. Steering, fuel and cluster diagnostics are covered here.
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. I
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOB
This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
Showing the 8 most recent of 144 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 GMC 3500 TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE HIS HOME WITH THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. WHILE INSIDE THE HOME, HE HEARD AN UNUSUALLY LOUD EXPLOSION. UPON
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 GMC 3500 TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE HIS HOME WITH THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. WHILE INSIDE THE HOME, HE HEARD AN UNUSUALLY LOUD EXPLOSION. UPON
The contact owns a 2005 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to come to a stop while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated tha
I HAVE HAD THE LOWER STEERING ARM REPLACED THREE TIMES DUE TO A BAD BUSHING. ONCE UNDER WARRANTY & TWICE I HAD TO PAY FOR IT WHICH IS OVER $300.00 EACH TIME. THIS IS NOT AN UNCOMMON PROBLEM WITH THE C
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 GMC SIERRA 3500. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AT 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE BR
Showing the 5 most serious of 29 complaints filed with NHTSA.
