Fundamentals and Basics

2008 Chevrolet Impala V8-5.3L

2008 Chevrolet Impala V8-5.3L Service Manual : Fundamentals and Basics Training Dealers All U.S. Dealers participating in the Common Training Program can enroll through the Common Training System Website at https://www.gmtraining.com. Within the website, there are individual training paths that are designed to assist in planning the training needs for each individual. Technicians should advise their Service Manager of their training needs including course names and course numbers. Dealers who have questions about Common Training should contact the Common Training help desk. The help desk is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-8:00pm Eastern Standard Time, excluding holidays. For GM Access support, contact the GM Access Help Desk. Fleets GM Fleet customers with GM Warranty In-Shop agreements are able to participate in service technical training through Common Training/GM Service Technical College (STC). Assistance for all GM fleet customers using GM STC products and services is provided on the Internet via www.gmtraining.com using the "Contact Us" button on the site and/or the Common Training Help Desk. To order GM STC Training Materials, please contact the GM Training Materials Headquarters. Most GM STC course materials have associated charges. To purchase authentic GM STC Training Materials, contact the GM Training Materials Headquarters. Non-GM Dealer Technicians Technicians training for non-GM dealers is available through ACDelco. This training is for ACDelco customers employed in the automotive or truck service industry. ACDelco courses are available at all approved GM Training Centers. Availability and schedules can be obtained by contacting us via the web at www.acdelcotechconnect.com and select the training button. Clinics are also offered through ACDelco Warehouse Distributors. Contract your dealer directly for more information.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.