Service and repair manuals for 18 model years of the GMC P3500, 1982 to 1999. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones GMC published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 7.4L V8 — OHV · 6.2L V8 — OHV · 4.8L I6 — OHV · 5.7L V8 — OHV · 3.9L I4 — OHV, turbocharged · 4.3L V6 — OHV · 6.5L V8 — OHV · 6.5L V8 — OHV, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 18 recalls, 1 owner complaints and 22 technical service bulletins are logged for the P3500. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your P3500 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | $29.99 | 1 | 6.5L V8; 7.4L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8; 6.5L V8 | Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis · Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | 1 | 6.5L V8; 7.4L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8; 6.5L V8 | Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis · Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door | details → |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 1 | 6.5L V8; 7.4L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8; 6.5L V8 | Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis · Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8; 6.5L V8 | Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis · Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door | details → |
| 1995 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8; 6.5L V8 | Base Motorhome - Cutaway · Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis · Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door | details → |
| 1994 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8; 6.5L V8 | Base Motorhome - Cutaway · Base Standard Cargo Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis +1 | details → |
| 1993 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8 | Base Motorhome - Cutaway · Base Standard Cargo Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis +1 | details → |
| 1992 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8 | Base Standard Cargo Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis · Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door | details → |
| 1991 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.9L I4; 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8 | Base Standard Cargo Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis · Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door | details → |
| 1990 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.9L I4; 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.3L V6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis · Base Motorhome - Stripped Chassis | details → |
| 1989 | $29.99 | 2 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8; 3.9L I4 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | details → |
| 1988 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | details → |
| 1987 | $29.99 | 2 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | details → |
| 1986 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | details → |
| 1985 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | details → |
| 1984 | $29.99 | 1 | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | details → |
| 1983 | $29.99 | — | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | select |
| 1982 | $29.99 | — | 7.4L V8; 6.2L V8; 4.8L I6; 5.7L V8 | Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis | select |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 1996 P3500 manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 91
- General Information 1,539
- Accessories & Equipment 275
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 94
- Body & Frame 67
- Maintenance 57
- Brakes 70
- Restraints 26
- Drivelines & Axles 96
- Steering 107
- Electrical 235
- Suspension 90
- Engine Mechanical 193
- Transmission 661
- Engine Performance 2,056
- Radiator Cap Pressure 15
04 / Other yearsOther P3500 years
1983 GMC P3500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.4L V8 — OHV; 6.2L V8 — OHV; 4.8L I6 — OHV; 5.7L V8 — OHV. Trims: Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis.
No recalls on federal record for the 1983 P3500.
1982 GMC P3500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.4L V8 — OHV; 6.2L V8 — OHV; 4.8L I6 — OHV; 5.7L V8 — OHV. Trims: Value Van Delivery Van 2-Door · Base Stripped Chassis.
No recalls on federal record for the 1982 P3500.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore P3500 manual | $29.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the P3500 manual
Which P3500 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1982 to 1999 — 18 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM GMC P3500 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams GMC published for the P3500, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include P3500 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every P3500 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover P3500 recalls?
18 recalls are on federal record across the 1982–1999 P3500, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by GMC dealers.
Why do some P3500 years cost more?
Every P3500 year is $29.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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