
This typical circuit diagram of the ignition coil, ignition control module, camshaft and crankshaft position sensors applies to the 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 Chevrolet/GMC 1500, 2500, and 3500 Pick Ups equipped with a 4.3L V6, or a 5.0L v8, or a 5.8L V8 engine.
NOTE: Testing the ignition system is a breeze. This tutorial will help you test the ignition coil, ignition module, and the crankshaft position sensor: How To Test The GM Ignition Control Module (1995-2005).
The typical ignition system circuit diagram for the 1992-1995 4.3L, 5.0L, and 5.7L 1500, 2500, 3500 Pick Up and Suburban can be found here: Ignition System Circuit Diagram (1992-1995 Chevy/GMC Pick Up And SUV).
Ignition System Diagnostic Manual Download
Testing the a no-start problem or a misfire due to an ignition system problem is not hard. If you'd like to have access to a wiring diagram, ignition component connector pin-outs, and the entire testing procedure (for a no-start or a misfire problem) in one place, then take a look at the following diagnostic manuals in downloadable PDF format:
Chevrolet/GMC C/K Series Full Size Pick Ups:

Engines: 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L
1996 Full Size Pick Up
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagrams.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing orders.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 1996 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1996 Chevrolet K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.
- 1996 GMC C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1996 GMC K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.

Engines: 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L
1997 Full Size Pick Up
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagrams.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing orders.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 1997 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1997 Chevrolet K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.
- 1997 GMC C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1997 GMC K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.

Engines: 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L
1998 Full Size Pick Up
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagrams.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing orders.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 1998 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1998 Chevrolet K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.
- 1998 GMC C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1998 GMC K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.

Engines: 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L
1999 Full Size Pick Up
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagrams.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing orders.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 1999 Chevrolet Silverado, C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1999 Chevrolet K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.
- 1999 GMC Sierra, C1500, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 1999 GMC K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.

Engines: 4.3L, 5.7L, 7.4L
2000 Full Size Pick Up
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagrams.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing orders.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 2000 Chevrolet Silverado, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 2000 Chevrolet K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.
- 2000 GMC Sierra, C2500, C3500 Pick Up.
- 2000 GMC K1500, K2500, K3500 Pick Up.
Chevrolet Express Van and GMC Savana Van:

Engines: 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L
1996-1999 Express/Savana
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagrams.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing order.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 1996-1999 Chevrolet Express Van.
- 1996-1999 GMC Savana Van.

Engines: 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L
2000 Express/Savana
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagrams.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing order.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 2000 Chevrolet Express Van.
- 2000 GMC Savana Van.
Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon:

Engines: 5.7L
1996-2000 Tahoe/Yukon
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagram.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing order.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 1996-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (4x2 and 4x4).
- 1996-2000 GMC Yukon (4x2 and 4x4).
Chevrolet and GMC Suburban:

Engines: 5.7L, 7.4L
1996-1999 Suburban
Ignition System No-Start Diagnostic Manual
$3.99 USD
All of the information you need to diagnose a misfire or a no-start problem (caused by the ignition coil, the ignition module, or the crankshaft position sensor).
Diagnostic manual comes with:
- Wiring diagram.
- Component pin outs.
- Connector pin outs.
- Ignition system component part numbers.
- Firing order.
- Complete step-by-step testing instructions.
The illustrations in the diagnostic manual are printer friendly! Applies to:
- 1996-1999 Chevrolet Suburban (4x2 and 4x4).
- 1996-1999 GMC Suburban (4x2 and 4x4).
More GM 4.3L, 5.0L, And 5.7L Tutorials
You can find a complete list of GM 4.3L, 5.0L, and 5.7L tutorials in this index:
Here's a small sample of the tutorials you'll find in the index:
- How To Test A Misfire / No Spark-No Start Condition (4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L 96-04).
- How To Clean The GM Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor.
- How To Test The Throttle Position Sensor (GM 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L).
- How To Test The GM Ignition Control Module (1995-2005).

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