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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 -> CUTLASS CIERA & CUTLASS CRUISER -> 2.5L Engine -> 3.3L Engine -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> Coolant Fan Does Not Turn Off With Engine Coolant Cool, A/C Off & Ignition Switch In Run Position -> Coolant Fan Does Not Turn On -> Coolant Fan, Replace -> DESCRIPTION -> System Check -> System Diagnosis -> SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Sunbird LE 3.1 V6 GAS

DESCRIPTION

2.5L Engine

The coolant fan is turned on and off by the ECM based on inputs from the coolant temperature sensor, vehicle speed sensor and the A/C system. Battery voltage is applied at all times to terminal E of the coolant fan relay and when the ignition switch is in RUN position, battery voltage is applied to terminal C of the relay. The ECM energizes the coolant fan relay by grounding the dark green/white wire. The relay energizes and battery voltage is applied to the cooling fan. The ECM opens circuit 335 to de-energize the relay a...

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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+.

Power Brake Units -> Description -> AC-DELCO SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> BCIA SINGLE & TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GAS

AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE

This unit utilizes a vacuum power chamber, consisting of a front and rear shell, housing divider, front and rear diaphragm, plate assemblies, hydraulic pushrod and a diaphragm return spring, Figs. and .

The unit operates in much the same manner as the single diaphragm unit described previously. The diaphragm and plate assemblies utilize the pressure differential between the engine intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric pressure to assist in braking.

AC-DELCO SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE

The AC-Delco power booster assembly, Fig. is located along the bulkhead in ...

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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: 1991 Pontiac Sunbird SE 3.1 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 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: 1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 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+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Sunbird SE 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect electrical connections to alternator, then t...

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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 -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1991 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0 L4 GAS

This lamp should light when engine coolant level in the radiator drops below a predetermined le...

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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: 1994 Pontiac Sunbird LE 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: 1992 Pontiac Sunbird GT 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Remove belt guard.
  • Rotate or lift on tensioner to relieve tension from ...

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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 Side Of Brake Fluid Reservoir Diagram for 1990 Pontiac Sunbird GT 2.0 L4 GASLH Side Of Brake Fluid Reservoir Diagram for 1990 Pontiac Sunbird GT 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Top of Engine Diagram for 1993 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GASTop of Engine Diagram for 1993 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve
  • Idle Air Control Valve
  • Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve
  • Throttle Position Sensor Connector
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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.

    1992 Pontiac Sunbird GT 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Pontiac Sunbird GT 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Hazard Switch
  • RH Turn Indicator
  • LH Turn Indicator
  • Convenience Center
  • Brake Switch
  • 1993 Pontiac Sunbird SE 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 Pontiac Sunbird SE 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Convertible Top Switch
  • Convertible Top Relay
  • Hydraulic Power Assembly
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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: INSPECTION OF ALL RELATED WIRING HARNESS CONNECTIONS WHEN DIAGNOSING MISC. DTC'S, INTERMITTENT DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS, HARD START, NO START, INCORRECT GAUGES, INOP A/C SYSTEMS, SES LAMPS LIT, 4WD LAMP LIT, IP GAUGES INOP, CRUISE INOP - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1989 Pontiac Sunbird SE 2.0 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Erratic Operation
  • False Instrument Panel Indications
  • Starting Problems
  • Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: CORROSION PROTECTION FOR DEALER INSTALLED ACCESSORIES FASTENED TO METAL PANELS
    Vehicle: 1994 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
  • 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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