2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Service and Repair Manual

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2016 GMC Sierra 1500 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
  • Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

  • Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
  • SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
  • Base Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
  • Denali Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
  • SLE Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
  • Base Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
  • SLT Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
  • SLE Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
  • SLE Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 4.3L 262Cu. In. V6 FLEX OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 5.3L 5328CC 325Cu. In. V8 FLEX OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 5.3L 5328CC 325Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 6.2L 6162CC 376Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 5.3L 5328CC 325Cu. In. V8 MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV) OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V25600028/04/2016Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon

Consequence

Inadequate welds may allow the control arm to separate from the bushing, compromising steering and i

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and real

NHTSA #19V76100024/10/2019Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a

Consequence

Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began Decemb

NHTSA #17V43700010/07/2017Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and

Consequence

A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessi

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous

NHTSA #16V65100008/09/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and

Consequence

A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessi

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous

NHTSA #19V64500006/09/2019Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum crea

Consequence

As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the dist

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charg

NHTSA #21V50400001/07/2021Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from

Consequence

A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in th

Remedy

Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Interim owner notificati

TSB #11032777

This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.

TSB #11030974

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

TSB #11030092

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

TSB #11030091

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11028700

This preliminary information communicates an issue with aftermarket LED headlights causing IPC warning messages and MIL along with several low speed lan DTCs.

TSB #11027698

This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin.

TSB #11027689

This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering

TSB #11027601

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Showing the 8 most recent of 1210 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20180912Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported5 injured

THE SECOND INCIDENT ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2018: 2016 GMC SIERRA 1500 Z71 4X4 CC I WAS SPEEDING UP TO MERGE ONTO A BUSY HIGHWAY IN DENVER, HEADED TO THE MOUNTAINS TO TAKE MY WIFE AND THREE BOYS CAMPING. A C

20200429Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reported2 injured

I WAS DRIVING MY DOWN A 4 LANE HIGHWAY AND WHEN I WENT TO STOP I HAD NO BRAKES AND REAR ENDED A VEHICLE. MY BREAK PEDDLE WENT TO THE FLOOR.

20200429Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported2 injured

I WAS DRIVING MY DOWN A 4 LANE HIGHWAY AND WHEN I WENT TO STOP I HAD NO BRAKES AND REAR ENDED A VEHICLE. MY BREAK PEDDLE WENT TO THE FLOOR.

20200429Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)Crash reported2 injured

I WAS DRIVING MY DOWN A 4 LANE HIGHWAY AND WHEN I WENT TO STOP I HAD NO BRAKES AND REAR ENDED A VEHICLE. MY BREAK PEDDLE WENT TO THE FLOOR.

20260203Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

The contact owned a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a deer, causing significant damage to the front end. During the crash, n

Showing the 5 most serious of 438 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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