🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Chevrolet Model: Colorado Year: 2012 Generation Generation: 2nd Generation Codes Internal Chassis Code: GMT91 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops, and owners seeking to understand and maintain their vehicle. Value Proposition: Provides factory-level repair and maintenance information, saving time and money compared to relying solely on professional mechanics. Competitive Analysis Advantage Over Generic Info: Explicitly states it is NOT generic repair information but vehicle-specific, ensuring accuracy for the 2012 Colorado. Key Features Ease Of Use: Single, easy-to-use PDF manual, eliminating the need to search through multiple physical books. Portability: Printable pages allow users to take specific information to the garage or workshop. Durability: Digital format protects against greasy pages or torn paper manuals. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Models Covered: All models and trims of the 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Page Count Estimated Page Count: Comprehensive (Exact count not specified, but described as 'everything you will ever need') Manual Type Type: Factory Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Detailed coverage including maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and specifications for all available engines. Control System: Engine control systems, including ECM, sensors, and actuators. Mechanical: Comprehensive mechanical component repair and diagnostics. Fuel Service: Fuel system maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and specifications. Emission Control: Emission control systems, components, and diagnostics. Intake Exhaust Cooling: Intake, exhaust, and cooling system components, maintenance, and repair. Lube: Lubrication systems, fluid specifications, and maintenance schedules. Ignition Starting Charging: Ignition, starting, and charging system diagnostics and repair. Automatic Transmission: Service and repair for automatic transmissions. Manual Transmission: Service and repair for manual transmissions. Transfer Case: Transfer case system maintenance and repair (if applicable to models covered). Drive Shaft: Drive shaft, propeller shaft service and repair. Differential: Differential and axle maintenance and repair. Suspension: Front and rear suspension system service, repair, and alignment specifications. Steering: Steering column and power steering system diagnostics and repair. Brakes: Brake system control, hydraulic components, and repair procedures. Parking Brake: Parking brake system service and adjustment. Air Conditioning: HVAC system service, repair, and refrigerant handling. Supplemental Restraint System: SRS (Airbag) system diagnostics, repair, and safety precautions. Seat Belt: Seat belt system maintenance and repair. Immobilizer: Engine immobilizer system diagnostics and repair. Cruise Control: Cruise control system diagnostics and repair. Wiper Washer: Wiper and washer system maintenance and repair. Door Lock: Door lock and power lock system diagnostics and repair. Meter Audio Visual: Instrument cluster, audio, and visual systems service and repair. Horn: Horn system diagnostics and repair. Windshield Glass Mirror: Windshield, glass, and mirror systems service and replacement. Instrument Panel: Instrument panel and gauge cluster diagnostics and repair. Seat: Seat system adjustment and repair. Body Exterior: Engine hood, doors, exterior trim, and panel repair. Body Interior: Interior trim, panel, and component repair. Electrical: Complete coverage of the vehicle's electrical system, including wiring diagrams. Multiplex Can Communication: Multiplex communication systems and CAN bus diagnostics. Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance procedures, fluid changes, inspections, and component replacements. Repair: Step-by-step repair instructions for all major vehicle systems and components. Diagnostics: Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic procedures, and symptom-based repair pathways. Installation: Instructions for component installation and replacement. Adjustments: Procedures for adjustments of various systems (e.g., parking brake, clutch). Specifications: Torque specifications, fluid capacities, clearances, and other critical data. Wiring Schematics: Detailed wiring schematics for all electrical systems, crucial for diagnostics. Technical Depth Depth: Factory-level detail, covering everything from basic maintenance to complex diagnostics and full rebuilds. Accuracy: Vehicle-specific, not generic. Identical to manuals used by dealership technicians. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Digital Format: PDF Searchable: Yes (implied by PDF format, though not explicitly stated for text search) Compatibility: Windows Vista (32/64), XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000, and Mac compatible. Required Software: Adobe PDF Reader and Winzip (free online). Print Quality Printable: All pages are printable, allowing users to print specific sections or diagrams. Image Scaling: Images and diagrams can be blown up for enlarged copies. Binding Type Binding: Digital (PDF), eliminating physical binding issues. Paper Type Paper Type Digital: N/A (Digital format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options Typical: Likely includes the 2.9L LLV I4 and 3.7L LLR I5 gasoline engines for the 2012 model year. Performance 2.9L Llv Hp Torque: Approx. 185 hp and 203 lb-ft torque (typical for this engine generation) 3.7L Llr Hp Torque: Approx. 242 hp and 248 lb-ft torque (typical for this engine generation) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-port fuel injection (MPI) or potentially direct injection depending on specific engine variant and market. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Options: Likely offered with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Optional Transmission Options: 4-speed automatic transmission (often optional with manual). Features Drivetrain: Available in 2WD (RWD) and 4WD configurations. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: Extended Cab and Crew Cab configurations. Wheelbase Typical: Varies by cab and bed configuration, typically...