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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville GXP 4.6 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark
1994-96
  • Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
  • Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  • Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
  • On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aura, Bonneville, DTS, ION, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice & SKY -> Aveo -> Corvette -> CTS -> Disassemble -> Except Aura, Aveo, Bonneville, Cobalt, Corvette, CTS, DTS, G5, ION, L-Series, LaCrosse, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice, SKY, STS, Vibe & XLR -> L-Series -> LaCrosse, STS & XLR -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Vibe -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul

Except Aura, Aveo, Bonneville, Cobalt, Corvette, CTS, DTS, G5, ION, L-Series, LaCrosse, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice, SKY, STS, Vibe & XLR
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and when performing the following procedures.

  • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm.
  • Remove fluid level switch.
  • On models equipped with compact master cylinder,remove proportioning valve, Fig. .
  • On all models, depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plu...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville 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: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 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 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville GXP 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Disconnect outer tie rod end from steering knuckle.
  • Insert a drift or punch into brake rotor and against brake caliper in order to prevent wheel hub and bearing from turning.
  • Remove and discard wheel drive shaft spindle nut that retains wheel drive shaft to hub.
  • Remove stabilizer shaft link.
  • Disconnect electrical connector from wheel speed sensor and reposition wiring harness away from ball joint.
  • Disconnect lower ball joint from steering knuckle.
  • Install wheel hub remover tool No. J 42129 or equivalent onto wheel hub and...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittent Connections -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Tests

Refer to Figs. through for diagnostic test procedures.

Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Intermittent & Poor Connections

Intermittent Connections

Most intermittent connections are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:

  • Wiring broken inside insulation.
  • Poor connection between mal...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove fuel injector sight shield.
  • Remove fasteners securing alternator brace.
  • Remove alternator brace.
  • Disconnect wiring harness connector from alternator.
  • Reposition protective boot from alternator output BAT terminal for access.
  • Remove alternator output BAT terminal nut ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2000-05 Bonneville, LeSabre & 2001-02 Aurora
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Lift up the cabi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Anti-Lock Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville GXP 4.6 V8 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 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville GXP 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose using clamp tool No. J38185, or equivalent.
  • Remove cooling fans.
  • Disconnect lower transaxle fluid cooler line.
  • Disconnect lower engine oil cooler line.
  • Remove alternator cooler inlet hose.
  • Remove mounting bolts and lift condenser up slightly to release radiator lower mounting feet. Do not damage radiator and condenser lower attachment points.
  • Remove radiator by lifting up and out.
  • Drain coolant into...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Rotate tensioner counterclockwise to remove the dri...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 Pontiac Bonneville cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Passenger Compartment, On Right Rear Pillar Diagram for 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 V6 GASPassenger Compartment, On Right Rear Pillar Diagram for 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-405
  • Ground G-404
  • Rear Window Defogger Connector
  • High Mount Stoplamp Connector
  • Rear Compartment, Under the Rear Package Shelf Diagram for 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GASRear Compartment, Under the Rear Package Shelf Diagram for 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Electric Compass Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Pontiac Bonneville cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Navigation Antenna
  • 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Pontiac Bonneville SLE 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Data Link Connector
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Pontiac Bonneville cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2004 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: 2004 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Pontiac Bonneville AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 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 2004 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 2004 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 2004 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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