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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS

Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.

For R-134a system an electronic type leak detector is recommended.

Electronic Leak Detectors
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Achieva, Beretta, Camaro, Cavalier, Century, Corsica, Ciera SL, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Firebird, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Metro, Monte Carlo, Prizm, Regal, Skylark, Sunbird & Sunfire (A, F, J, L, M, N, S & W Cars) -> Description -> ABS Warning Lamp (Amber) -> Brake Warning Lamp (Red) -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) & Electronic Brake & Traction Control Module (EBTCM) -> Expansion Spring Brake (ESB) -> Hydraulic Modulator/Motor Pack Assembly -> System Components -> System Operation -> Wheel Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

System Operation

The function of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is to minimize wheel lock-up during heavy braking on most road surfaces. The system performs this function by monitoring wheel speed and controlling the brake fluid pressure to each front wheel and both rear wheels during braking. This allows the driver to retain directional stability and better steering capability.

System Components

Refer to Fig. for system component locations.

Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) & Electronic Brake & Traction Control Module (EBTCM)

The ABS system is controlled by a microprocessor base...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> Malibu (1997-03), Monte Carlo, Impala, Alero, Cutlass (1997-99) & Grand Am (1999-05) & Grand Prix
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Install a brass drift or a screwdriver to prevent rotor from turning.
  • Remove axle nut and washer.
  • Remove ball joint pinch bolt, then using a suitable pry bar, separate ball joint from knuckle.
  • Remove drive axle from hub and bearing assembly using front hub spindle rem...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models equipped with engine oil cooler,proceed as follows:
    • Position a suitable drain pan under vehicle, then remove oil filter.
    • Position hose next to starter motor aside.
  • On all models, remove nut attaching starter brace to A/C compressor.
  • Remove nut attaching starter brace to engine, then brace.
  • Remove bolts attaching flywheel inspection cover, then cover.
  • Remove starter mot...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

The Check Gauge warning lamp will light to warn the driver to inspect the oil pressure gauge, engine coolant temperature ga...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at thermostat bypass pipe using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from thermostat bypass pipe.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater core using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at thermostat bypass pipe using hose clamp pliers.
  • Disconnect heater outlet hose from thermostat bypass pipe.
  • Reposition heater core outlet hose clamp at heater core usin...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Remove belt guard.
  • Lift or rotate tensioner usin...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Fuse Panel Location Diagram for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GASFuse Panel Location Diagram for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuse Block
  • RH Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GASRH Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • PCM
  • Connector C-100
  • Connector C-102
  • Connector C-104
  • Connector C-106
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Outside Rear View Mirror
  • Outside Remote Control Rearview Mirror Switch
  • LH Outside Rear View Mirror
  • 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Heater and A/C Control
  • Blower Motor
  • Blower Motor Relay
  • Blower Motor Resistors
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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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