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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> General Motors Corp. -> Chevrolet Camaro & Pontiac Firebird
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird 5.0 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM, GENERAL MOTORS -> COMPONENT DESCRIPTION -> BRAKE DISTRIBUTION VALVE & SWITCH -> BRAKE WARNING LAMP SWITCHES -> COMBINATION VALVE -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning or Pressure Control Valve -> Testing Warning Lamp Operation
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM GTA 5.0 V8 GAS

BRAKE WARNING LAMP SWITCHES

There are four basic types of brake warning lamp switches as shown,Figs. through . When a pressure differential occurs between the front and rear brake systems, the valves will shuttle toward the side with the low pressure.

In the switch shown inFig. , movement of the differential valve forces the switch plunger upward over the tapered shoulder of the valve to close the switch contacts and light the dual brake warning lamp, signaling a brake system failure.

InFig. , the valve assembly consists of two valves in a common bore that are spring loaded ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.0 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the v...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark position of shaft in relation to pinion flange for reassembly.
  • Remove straps securing universal joint to pinion flange, then disconnect shaft from flange. Tape bearing cups to universal joint to pre...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove throttle body air inlet duct, then apply parking brake.
  • Place transaxle in neutral gear position.
  • Remove engine mount strut bolts and position mount aside.
  • Install suitable engine ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Low Washer Fluid Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM GTA 5.7 V8 GAS

The windshield washer solvent tank has a switch that closes when the wash...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain engine cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Remove intake duct.
  • Remove mass air flow (MAF) sensor, if equipped.
  • Remove coolant recovery hose.
  • Remove heater hose and clamp.
  • Remove electric cooling fan mounting bolts.
  • Remove electric cooling fans.
  • Remove upper radiator hose clamp.
  • Disconnect upper radiator hose from radiator.
  • Remove lower radiator hose clamp.
  • Disconnect lower radia...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Lift tensioner upward and off drive belt...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1991 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Behind LH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM GTA 5.0 V8 GASBehind LH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM GTA 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuse Block
  • RH Rear Of Engine Diagram for 1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM 5.0 V8 GASRH Rear Of Engine Diagram for 1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM 5.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1991 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Tank Unit
  • Fuel Gage
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Speedometer
  • Voltmeter
  • 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Electronic Spark Timing Distributor
  • Ignition Coil
  • Convenience Center
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1991 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Car and Truck Fix It Right the First Time Issues
    Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: GM TIRE WARRANTY PROGRAM CLAIMS GOODWILL GUIDELINES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Firebird 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1991 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1991 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1991 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1991 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1991 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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