Service and repair manuals for 12 model years of the GMC T6500, 1997 to 2009. 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: 6.0L V8 — OHV · 6.6L I6 — OHV, turbocharged · 7.2L I6 — OHV, turbocharged · 7.8L I6 — turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 3 owner complaints and 726 technical service bulletins are logged for the T6500. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your T6500 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | $29.99 | — | 7.8L I6 | T6F042 | select |
| 2008 | $29.99 | — | 7.8L I6 | T6F042 | select |
| 2007 | $29.99 | — | 7.8L I6 | T6F042 | select |
| 2006 | $29.99 | — | 7.8L I6 | T6F042 | select |
| 2005 | $29.99 | — | 7.8L I6 | T6F042 | select |
| 2004 | $29.99 | — | 7.8L I6 | T6F042 | select |
| 2002 | $29.99 | — | 7.2L I6; 7.8L I6 | F6B042 | select |
| 2001 | $29.99 | — | 7.2L I6; 7.8L I6 | F6B042 | select |
| 2000 | $29.99 | — | 7.2L I6; 7.8L I6 | F6B042 | select |
| 1999 | $29.99 | — | 7.2L I6; 7.8L I6 | F6B042 | select |
| 1998 | $29.99 | — | 6.0L V8; 7.2L I6; 6.6L I6 | F6B042 | select |
| 1997 | $29.99 | — | 6.0L V8; 6.6L I6 | F6B042 | select |
02 / Other yearsOther T6500 years
2009 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: T6F042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2009 T6500. 0 complaints · 157 TSBs.
2008 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: T6F042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2008 T6500. 0 complaints · 143 TSBs.
2007 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: T6F042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2007 T6500. 0 complaints · 134 TSBs.
2006 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: T6F042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2006 T6500. 0 complaints · 110 TSBs.
2005 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: T6F042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2005 T6500. 2 complaints · 100 TSBs.
2004 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: T6F042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2004 T6500. 0 complaints · 72 TSBs.
2002 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.2L I6 — OHV, turbocharged; 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: F6B042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2002 T6500.
2001 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.2L I6 — OHV, turbocharged; 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: F6B042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2001 T6500.
2000 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.2L I6 — OHV, turbocharged; 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: F6B042.
No recalls on federal record for the 2000 T6500.
1999 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 7.2L I6 — OHV, turbocharged; 7.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: F6B042.
No recalls on federal record for the 1999 T6500.
1998 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 6.0L V8 — OHV; 7.2L I6 — OHV, turbocharged; 6.6L I6 — OHV, turbocharged. Trims: F6B042.
No recalls on federal record for the 1998 T6500. 0 complaints · 6 TSBs.
1997 GMC T6500 · $29.99 select →
Engines: 6.0L V8 — OHV; 6.6L I6 — OHV, turbocharged. Trims: F6B042.
No recalls on federal record for the 1997 T6500. 1 complaints · 4 TSBs.
03 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore T6500 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 T6500 manual
Which T6500 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1997 to 2009 — 12 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 T6500 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams GMC published for the T6500, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include T6500 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every T6500 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Why do some T6500 years cost more?
Every T6500 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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