2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service and Repair Manual

This 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service & Repair Manual Covers

Engine & Drivetrain

• 4.3L Vortec LU3 V6 engine
• 4.8L Vortec LY2 V8 engine
• 5.3L Vortec LY5, LMG, and LH6 V8 engines
• 6.2L Vortec L9H V8 engine (where equipped)
• Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SFI)
• Active Fuel Management (AFM) diagnostics and servicing
• Variable Valve Timing (VVT) diagnostics
• Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
• Engine cooling and lubrication system repairs
• Fuel delivery and emissions control diagnostics
• EVAP system servicing
• 4L60-E automatic transmission servicing
• 4L70-E automatic transmission servicing
• 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission servicing
• NVG246 AutoTrac transfer case servicing
• Front and rear differential repairs
• Driveshaft and axle servicing
• 2WD and 4WD drivetrain diagnostics

Suspension & Steering

• Independent front suspension servicing
• Rear leaf spring suspension repairs
• Rack-and-pinion steering system
• Hydraulic power steering diagnostics
• Steering gear servicing
• Wheel hub and bearing replacement
• Suspension component inspection and replacement
• Wheel alignment specifications

Braking Systems

• Four-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• StabiliTrak electronic stability control
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
• Disc brake servicing
• Brake hydraulic system diagnostics
• Integrated trailer brake controller diagnostics (where equipped)

Electrical & Wiring

• Complete factory wiring diagrams
• GM GMLAN communication network diagnostics
• Engine Control Module (ECM) diagnostics
• Transmission Control Module (TCM) diagnostics
• Body Control Module (BCM) diagnostics
• Instrument cluster servicing
• Charging and starting system repairs
• Fuse, relay, and power distribution diagrams
• Exterior and interior lighting diagnostics
• OnStar, Bluetooth, and navigation system diagnostics (where equipped)
• GM Tech 2 and GDS2 scan tool procedures

Air Conditioning & HVAC

• Manual and automatic climate control systems
• Air conditioning compressor diagnostics
• Refrigerant recovery and recharge procedures
• HVAC control module servicing
• Blend door actuator diagnostics
• Heater core replacement
• Blower motor repairs

Body & Interior

• Power windows, locks, and mirrors
• Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Airbag (SIR) system diagnostics
• Driver Information Center servicing
• Power seat and memory seat repairs (where equipped)
• Instrument panel removal and installation
• Interior trim servicing
• Tailgate and cargo box repairs
• Exterior body repair procedures

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• GM Tech 2 and GDS2 diagnostic procedures
• Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) troubleshooting
• Module programming and configuration
• Component activation and functional testing
• Electrical circuit diagnosis
• Factory preventive maintenance schedules
• Complete service specifications

Common Error Codes Covered

This manual provides diagnostic and repair procedures for common GM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), including:

Engine Codes

• P0011 – Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced
• P0016 – Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation
• P0171 – System Too Lean (Bank 1)
• P0300 – Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire
• P0449 – EVAP Vent Solenoid Control Circuit
• P0521 – Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Performance
• P2135 – Throttle Position Sensor Correlation
• P3400 – Cylinder Deactivation System Bank 1 Performance

Transmission & Drivetrain Codes

• P0700 – Transmission Control System Malfunction
• P0717 – Input Speed Sensor No Signal
• P0741 – Torque Converter Clutch Performance
• C0327 – Transfer Case Encoder Circuit Fault
• C0550 – Electronic Control Module Internal Fault

ABS & Chassis Codes

• C0035 – Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
• C0040 – Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
• C0055 – Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
• C0561 – System Disabled Information Stored

Body & Electrical Codes

• B1325 – System Voltage Low
• B1370 – Ignition Accessory Circuit Fault
• U0073 – Control Module Communication Bus Off
• U0100 – Lost Communication With ECM/PCM

The manual also includes hundreds of additional GM-specific diagnostic trouble codes, electrical wiring diagrams, troubleshooting flowcharts, module programming procedures, and factory repair specifications.

Who Is This Manual For?

• Chevrolet dealership technicians
• Independent repair workshops
• Fleet maintenance professionals
• Automotive technicians
• Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners
• Experienced DIY mechanics

If you are servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, or repairing a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, this factory workshop manual provides the complete procedures and technical information required to perform repairs to GM factory standards.