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2001 Oldsmobile Alero CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Oldsmobile REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt Routing -> Domestic Passenger Cars -> General Motors Corp. & Saturn
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 L4 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
Anti-lock Brakes -> Delphi DBC 7 -> System Service -> Alero & Grand Am -> Alero, Cavalier, Century, Grand Am, Impala, Monte Carlo, Regal & Sunbird -> Alero, Cavalier, Grand Am & Sunfire -> Automated Bleed -> BPMV Bracket -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Century, Impala, Monte Carlo & Regal -> Component Replacement -> CTS -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Malibu -> Manual Bleed -> Manual Flush -> Pressure Flush -> Rear -> Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 L4 GAS
Brake System Bleed
In most circumstances a manual brake bleed is all that is required. Automated ABS bleeding is required under the following conditions: when manual bleeding does not achieve desired pedal height or feel; brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) replacement; extreme loss of brake fluid; air ingestion is suspected.
Manual Bleed
Use suitable container to catch fluid.
- Clean reservoir cover and surrounding area.
- Remove cover, fill fluid reservoir and install cover.
- Attach one end of a clear plastic hose to rear hydraulic modulator bleeder valve, then submerge other end of hos...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 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 vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 3.4 V6 GAS
- Raise and suitably support vehicle.
- Remove wheel and tire.
- Remove stabilizer shaft link.
- Remove front wheel drive shaft nut. Insert a drift or a flat-bladed tool into caliper and rotor to prevent rotor from turning.
- Disconnect outer tie rod assembly from steering knuckle.
- Separate ball joint from steering knuckle. Caution: Do not attempt to move vehicle with drive axle(s) removed from wheel bearing. Wheel(s) could fall off, dropping vehicle to ground and causing personal injury or damage to vehicle.
- Separate front wheel drive axle from front wheel drive shaft bearing using a su...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittent Connections -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 L4 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 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 3.4 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove flywheel inspection cover.
- Remove starter electrical connectors.
- Remove mounting bolts and starter.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Torq...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Check Engine Or Service Now Soon Engine Indicator Lamps (Gasoline Engines w/Electronic Engine Controls Or EFI) -> Except LeMans, Metro, Prizm, Storm & Vibe
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 L4 GAS
The Check Engine lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. When the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp remains on for 10 seconds or constantly after the engine is started, the self diagnosis system has detected a fault condition and has stored a code in the system Electronic Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). After diagnosis and repair, the ECM memory can be cleared of codes as follows:
On models except Cadillac with DEFI, remove the ECM/PCM fuse or disconnect the battery ground cable for approximately 30...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 3.4 V6 GAS
- Recover air conditioning refrigerant.
- Drain coolant into suitable container.
- Remove battery and battery tray.
- Remove upper radiator hose.
- Remove upper transaxle cooler line.
- Remove coolant surge tank hose.
- Remove condenser inlet fitting from discharge hose.
- Disconnect cooling fan electrical connector.
- Raise and support vehi...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 L4 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2001 Oldsmobile Alero cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Transaxle Components Diagram for 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 L4 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Anti-Lock Brake System Components Diagram for 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 3.4 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Oldsmobile Alero cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Oldsmobile Alero cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Oldsmobile Alero AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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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