2000 GMC C3500 | Base, High Sierra, Sierra, Sierra Classic, Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT, Sierra SLX | 6 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
2000 GMC C3500 | Sierra, Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT, Sierra SLX | 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
FAQ for Alloy Wheels Repair
Q: How do I remove the Wheel Cover?
A:
You should pry the wheel hub cap from the wheel and tire assembly and remove the wheel hub cap from the wheel and tire assembly.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: How do I install the Wheel Cover?
A:
You should install the wheel hub cap to the wheel and tire assembly and tap the wheel hub cap into the wheel and tire assembly.
By Bob
GM Specialist
02/11/2022
Q: How do I do the Wheel Refinishing Service?
A:
You should remove the tire and wheel assembly from the vehicle, remove the balance weights and valve stem from the wheel, remove the tire from the wheel, use a suitable remover to wipe, excess grease, wax, and dirt, remove the old clearcoat and the old paint from the wheel by plastic media blasting the wheel, mask off the wheel mounting surface and the lug nut contact surfaces, follow the individual formula and process provided by the manufacturer of each specific paint system to perform the painting process, unmask the wheel, install new valve stem, install the tire to the wheel, rebalance the tire and wheel using new coated balance weigh, clean all the wheel mounting surfaces of any corrosion, any overspray, any dirt and install the tire and wheel assembly to the vehicle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
28/10/2022
Q: What should we know about Steel Wheel Repair?
A:
You can use heating, welding, or peening to repair wheels. These methods are not approved. You can use inner tubes to repair leaky wheels or tires. You can repair the porosity in aluminum wheels. If leaks are found in a steel wheel, you can replace the wheel with a wheel of original equipment quality.
By Bob
GM Specialist
28/10/2022
Q: What should we know about Aluminum Wheel Maintenance?
A:
When cleaning clear-coated wheels, you should avoid damage to clear-coat coating by using only recommended clearcoat cleaners. You can not use an abrasive pad or harsh alkaline or acid cleaners on clear-coated wheels. Abrasive pads and harsh cleaners can damage the clear coat.
By Bob
GM Specialist
28/10/2022
Q: What should be noticed when repairing aluminum wheel porosity?
A:
You should inflate the tire to 275 kPa (40 psi) two times. In addition, you should use general purpose cleaner such as 3M(R), P/N 08984 or equivalent, to clean the leak area and apply a 3 mm (0.12 inch) thick layer of adhesive/sealant, GM P/N 1052366 or equivalent, to the leak area.
By Bob
GM Specialist
28/10/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How do I install the Front Park Brake Cable (C3500HD)?
A:
You should install the cable assembly, connect the retaining finger, the grommet, and the cable, connect the clevis, adjust the Parking Brake Cable and lower the vehicle.
Q: What tools are required to replace Pitman Arm?
A:
J24319-01 Universal Steering Linkage Puller, J 29107-A Universal Pitman Arm Puller, J 6632-01 Pitman Arm Puller, and J 29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm).
Q: How do I install the Duo-Servo Drum Brakes?
A:
You should install the Wheel Cylinder, the bolts, the brake pip, and the linings.