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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Arming -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS

Passenger Cars

Reverse disarming procedures to arm the Supplemental Restraint System, noting the following:

  • Ensure all disconnected SRS electrical connectors are securely connected and routed.
  • Install all removed fuses in proper locations.
  • From a safe position at sides of or below air bag module, Turn ignition switch to ON position and observe Air Bag or SRS warning lamp.
  • On all models except Prizm and 1990 Corvette, warning lamp should flash seven to nine times, then go off.
  • On Prizm models, warning lamp should light for six seconds,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Remove 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle flange, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove bolt and washer attaching cable support bracket to caliper body, Fig. .
  • Remove sleeve bolt and pivot caliper assembly up, Fig. . Do not completely remove caliper assembly body.
  • Remove outboard and inboard shoe and linings, then two pad clips from caliper support.
  • Using a suitable spanner type tool in piston slots, turn piston assembly and thread it into caliper body assembly.
  • After bottoming piston, lift inner edge...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aveo, LaCrosse, LeMans (1988-93), Malibu & Malibu Maxx (2004-05), Metro, Nova, Prizm, Spectrum & Storm -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 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 vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Place a suitable drain pan under vehicle and remove oil filter.
  • Disconnect electrical connections from oil pressure sensor.
  • Disconnect crank sensor wire from ignition module.
  • Remove oil cooler adapter stud and set oil cooler aside.
  • Remove wiring harness from bellhousing clamp and lower r...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the air b...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect intake duct, then remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Remove mass air flow sensor (MAF), if equipped.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then drain engine coolant.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors at cooling fans.
  • Remove upper radiator mounting panel, then cooling fan assembly.
  • Disconnect oil cooler line...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

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

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

LH Top Side Of Engine Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GASLH Top Side Of Engine Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Generator
  • Ignition Control Module Connector
  • Connector C-102
  • Connector C-108
  • Engine Wiring Harness
  • Rear Side Of Engine Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GASRear Side Of Engine Diagram for 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Mass Air Flow Sensor
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve
  • Intake Air Temperature Sensor
  • Engine Wiring Harness
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Windshield Washer Pump
  • 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 3.4 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Service Engine Soon
  • Data Link Connector (DLC)
  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 1997 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: 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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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