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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunbird 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 Sunbird cars and light trucks from 1990+

Cooling Fans -> Passenger Cars Except Saturn -> PRECAUTIONS -> AIR BAG SYSTEM DISARMING & ARMING
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Sunbird GT 3.1 V6 GAS

AIR BAG SYSTEM DISARMING & ARMING

Refe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Pontiac Sunbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Description
Vehicle: 1992 Pontiac Sunbird SE 3.1 V6 GAS

The caliper has a single piston and is mounted to the support bracket by two mounting bolts, Figs. through . The caliper assembly slides on the two mounting bolts. Upon brake application, fluid pressure against the piston forces the inboard s...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Pontiac Sunbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 1994 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 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 v...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Pontiac Sunbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Install a brass drift or a screwdriver to prevent rotor from turning.
  • Remove shaft nut and washer.
  • Remove brake caliper from steering knuckle and suspend caliper assembly.
  • Remove rotor from hub and bearing assembly, then stabilizer shaft or link from control arm.
  • Remove ball joint from steering knuckle.
  • Remove drive axle from transaxle ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Pontiac Sunbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Pontiac Sunbird GT 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter motor to engine attaching bolts.
  • Disconnect starte...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Pontiac Sunbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Reduce Engine Power Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0 L4 GAS

The Reduce Engine Power indicator lamp should light for a approximately 3 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the warning lamp turns on during vehicle operation, a vehicl...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Pontiac Sunbird cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Sunbird SE 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from engine using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from engine and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to instal...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Pontiac Sunbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove coolant recovery tank.
  • Pivot tensioner and remove belt from alternator, using 19mm w...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

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

LH Rear Of Engine  Diagram for 1990 Pontiac Sunbird GT 2.0 L4 GASLH Rear Of Engine Diagram for 1990 Pontiac Sunbird GT 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Spark Timing Distributor
  • Coolant Temperature Sender
  • Transaxle Position Switch
  • Idle Air Control Valve
  • Splice S101
  • LH Rear Of Engine Compartment  Diagram for 1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GASLH Rear Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Coolant Fan Relay
  • Connector C125
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

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

    1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Check Engine Indicator
  • Brake Indicator
  • Coolant Temperature Sender
  • Upshift Indicator
  • 1993 Pontiac Sunbird LE 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 Pontiac Sunbird LE 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Multi-Function Alarm Module
  • Headlight Switch Assembly
  • Header Light
  • Right Hand Quarter Courtesy Light
  • Right Hand Courtesy Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: ELIMINATING UNWANTED ODORS IN VEHICLES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1985 Pontiac Sunbird 1.8 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Odors
  • Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Document: HEM FLANGE RUST REPAIR - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1988 Pontiac Sunbird SE 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Pontiac Sunbird AUTOMOBILES

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