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What kind of brakes does a GMC Sierra have?

What kind of brakes does a GMC Sierra have?

I have a 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD. The brakes were pulsating when I purchased this truck. I replaced all the brakes and new rotors. It still pulsated. I can pull the emergency brake and it comes to a stop smoothly.

Why are the brakes on my GM Truck pulsating?

Any help would be greatly appreciated. The ABS – Anti-lock brakes will do this. This problem can be caused by the wrong size tires. Basically the ABS system needs to “know” the size of the tires you have installed. This would be a GM dealer service thing.

What causes a GMC Sierra caliper to stick?

Your GMC Sierra’s braking system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle. If it does not work properly, it can put you in a situation where you can be injured or killed. There are quite a few different situations that can cause a caliper to stick. Smell – Once brakes heat up so far, they begin to glaze.

What does it mean when your brake pedal is sinking?

Sinking Pedal: You may notice this while sitting at a stop light. A slow descent of the brake pedal means that the pressure is leaking out of the master cylinder. The brakes can fail if your hydraulic system or master cylinder is leaking. Pulsation: This is the symptom of a brake rotor that has warped.

When did the GMC Sierra have the most problems?

The model years with the most problems reported were 2004 and 2007, with more than 60 complaints each year, followed by 2002, 2003, 2005, and 2010, with more than 40 each year. Of the 112 problems, five different complaints have been reported 90 or more times.

Is there a recall on my GMC Sierra?

The kicker is I had a recall service performed on my truck not more than six weeks to clean the front wheel sensors. The recall dealt with a problem where the ABS would turn on during low speed brake applications between 3.7 mph to 10 mph.

What kind of brake problem does Chevy Silverado have?

I have a 2003 Silverado 1500 4×4, I have been experiencing a front brake rattle when drive rough spots in the road with my foot off the brake, when I apply slight pedal pressure the rattle is gone. I have taken to the dealer multiple time with no results, they say from temp changes to lubrications of the slides.

Sinking Pedal: You may notice this while sitting at a stop light. A slow descent of the brake pedal means that the pressure is leaking out of the master cylinder. The brakes can fail if your hydraulic system or master cylinder is leaking. Pulsation: This is the symptom of a brake rotor that has warped.

Are there any electrical issues with my 2004 Silverado?

GerryGarcia answered 5 years ago I’m having the same issue on my 2004 Silverado with 143K miles. The gauges turn off and the ABS, parking brake lights flash on with the audible chime then a few seconds or minutes everything returns back to normal. Sometimes it does it 1-2 times a day or whenever it feels like it.

What’s the problem with my Chevy Silverado 1500?

I have put a new alternator, ignition solenoid, ignition switch, and also switched the instrument cluster out to see if that was the problem (local gm service said that was the issue…didn’t work). Also, from time to time, my transmission wont shift correctly.

Why does my GMC Sierra suddenly stop running?

Truck suddenly stops running, acting like it’s out of fuel. There is fuel in the gas tank and, I can hear the fuel pump when I turn the ignition on. Is there a fuse, or relay that is maybe causing this to happen?

Can you add refrigerant to a GMC Sierra 1500?

Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your Sierra 1500 consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon. If there is a problem with your compressor or evaporator, adding freon will not restore cooling.

When was the GMC Sierra 1500 last serviced?

Purchased on 07/06/03 and owned in CA until 05/20/21. Driven an estimated 9,954 miles/year. Last serviced at 172,386 miles in Vacaville, CA on 07/29/17 • Vehicle serviced. Mileage: 178,230 miles Body Type: Pickup Color: White Engine: 8 Cyl 5.3 L

Why is my GMC Sierra 1500 blowing hot air?

When the air conditioner in your 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 starts blowing hot air, you likely have a freon leak. Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system.

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Ruth Doyle