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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks from 1990+
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Vehicle: 1999 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 GAS
Passenger Cars
Body Control Module (BCM)
Alero & Grand Am
This procedure must be performed if the BCM, Passlock sensor or PCM is replaced. If BCM is not properly programmed, it will not control all the features properly.
- Ensure battery is fully charged and ignition switch is in the ON position.
- Connect a suitably programmed Tech II, or equivalent, scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
- Access scan tool "Special Functions" menu and follow scan tool instructions to program BCM.
- If BCM fails to accept the pr...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Delphi 7.4 -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Code -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents & Poor Connections -> Symptom Tests
Vehicle: 2007 Pontiac Montana SV6 3.9 V6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Code
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturers instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
Refer to "Diagnostic Tests" for diagnostic trouble code interpretation.
Connector Pin Identification
Refer to Figs. through for connector pin identification.
Diagnostic Tests
[[table data]]Symptom Tests
Refer to Figs. through for symptom test procedures.
Intermittents & Poor Connections
Most Intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring, ...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Relay, Terraza, Uplander & 2004-06 Envoy, Rainier & TrailBlazer
Vehicle: 2005 Pontiac Montana SV6 3.5 V6 GAS
For v...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 1999 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 GAS
Remove
- Raise and support vehicle using a suitable lift.
- Reference mark propeller shaft at transfer case flange.
- Remove propeller shaft-to-transfer case flange bolts.
- Reference mark propeller shaft at torque tube flange.
- Remove propeller shaft-to-torque tube flange bolts.
- Push propeller shaft toward rear of vehicle.
- Remove propeller shaft.
Install
- Install rear of propeller shaft to torque tube flange.
- Align reference marks on propeller shaft and torque tube flange. Thoroughly clean and apply threadlocker GM P/N United States 12345493 P/N Canada 10953488 or equiva...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 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 tilt strap tool.
- R...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 1998-2005 Montana, Silhouette, Trans Sport, Venture & 2002-03 Rendezvous
Vehicle: 2001 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open the instrument panel compartment door.
- Remove the door located at the rear of the instrument panel compartment.
- Open the A/C and heater module access door, Fig. .
- Remove the first cabin air filter through the A/C and heater module access...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 GAS
This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warn...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks from 1990+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2000 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 GAS
Lower
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp from water pump.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump and from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to in...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 3.9 V6 GAS
- Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Pontiac Montana cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: DEX-COOL ENGINE COOLANT INFORMATION - REVISED Vehicle: 1999 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: DRIVELINE CHARACTERISTICS FOR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) AND FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEMS - REVISED Vehicle: 2003 Pontiac Montana 3.4 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Pontiac Montana AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana 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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