2000 Chevy Tahoe

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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe - 4WD | Sierra, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon (VIN C/K) Service Manual | Engine | Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L | Repair Instructions | Document ID: 594352

Secondary Air Injection Check Valve and Check Valve Pipe Replacement - Bank 2
Removal Procedure

Caution: Allow the engine to cool before servicing the secondary air injection AIR system in order to reduce the chance of severe burns.

Remove the clamps and AIR hoses from the AIR system right pipe.

Remove the check valve from the AIR pipe.
Remove the right AIR pipe from the exhaust manifold.
Before replacing a check valve, test the valve for proper operation.
4.1. Install a vacuum pump to the nipple side of the check valve, AIR pump side.

4.2. Pump the vacuum pump to 10 inches Hg and observe the gauge.

4.3. Replace the check valve if the vacuum bleeds down to zero within 5 seconds.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Install the check valve onto the AIR pipe.
Tighten
Tighten the check valve to 23N Â m (17 lb ft).

Connect the right AIR pipe to the exhaust manifold.
Tighten
Tighten the AIR pipe to the exhaust manifold to 20N Â m (15 lb ft).

Install the hose and the clamp to the check valve.
Test the AIR system for proper operation.
© 2008 General Motors Corporation. All rights reserved.

XTooltipElement Service Information
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe - 4WD | Sierra, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon (VIN C/K) Service Manual | Engine | Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L | Repair Instructions | Document ID: 594448

Secondary Air Injection Check Valve and Check Valve Pipe Replacement - Bank 1
Removal Procedure

Caution: Allow the engine to cool before servicing the secondary air injection AIR system in order to reduce the chance of severe burns.

Remove the clamp from the check valve.
Disconnect the AIR hose from the check valve.

Remove the check valve from the left side AIR pipe.
Remove the left AIR pipe from the exhaust manifold.
Before replacing a check valve, test the valve for proper operation.
5.1. Install a vacuum pump to the nipple side of the check valve, AIR pump side.

5.2. Pump the vacuum pump to 10 inches Hg and observe the gauge.

5.3. Replace the check valve if the vacuum bleeds down to zero within 5 seconds.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Install the check valve onto the AIR pipe.
Tighten
Tighten the check valve to the AIR pipe to 23N Â m (17 lb ft)

Connect the AIR pipe to the exhaust manifold.
Tighten
Tighten the AIR pipe to the exhaust manifold to 20N Â m (15 lb ft).

Install the AIR hose to the check valve.
Install the check valve clamp.
© 2008 General Motors Corporation. All rights reserved.