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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Bonneville, Eighty Eight, LeSabre, LSS, Park Avenue & Regency -> Programmer, Replace -> Bonneville -> LeSabre, LSS, Regency & 88
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

Bonneville
  • Remove right sound insulator from under instrument panel.
  • Disconnect vacuum connectors from programmer.
  • Disconnect programmer electrical connector.
  • Remove rod from temperature valve link.
  • Remove programmer attaching screws, then disconnect actuator connector from temperature valve.
  • Remove programmer from HVAC module.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Adjust temperature valve link as outline...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pulsation is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To check for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from edge of disc. If thickness measurements vary by more than .0005 inch,...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-06 Gasoline Engine Models Except Catera, LeMans (1988-93) Metro, Nova (1985-88), Saturn & Sprint -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SSE 3.8 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...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

When removing starter, note if any shims are used between the starter and mounting surface. If shims are found, reinstall in original locations.

If starter is noisy during cranking, remove one .015 inch double shim or add one .015 inch single shim to the outer bolt. If starter makes a high pitched whine after engine start, add ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Anti-Lock Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SSE 3.8 V6 GAS

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. The lamp may light for as long as 30 seconds as a bulb and system inspection. If lamp remains lit or lights while operating the vehicle, a fault condition in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. When lamp is lit, turn ignition Off, then restart engine. If l...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

Inlet

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise to remove the dri...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 Pontiac Bonneville cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Fuel Filter Diagram for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GASFuel Filter Diagram for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Feed Pipe
  • Fuel Vent Pipe
  • Threaded Connection
  • LH Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SSE 3.8 V6 GASLH Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SSE 3.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Pontiac Bonneville cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Mirror Switch
  • LH Outside Power Mirror
  • RH Outside Power Mirror
  • 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Remote Function Actuator Module
  • Horn Relay
  • Lamp Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Pontiac Bonneville cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 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: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1998 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1998 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1998 Pontiac Bonneville 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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