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

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Arming -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS

Passenger Cars

Reverse disarming procedures to arm the Supplemental Restraint System, noting the following:

  • Ensure all disconnected SRS electrical connectors are securely connected and routed.
  • Install all removed fuses in proper locations.
  • From a safe position at sides of or below air bag module, Turn ignition switch to ON position and observe Air Bag or SRS warning lamp.
  • On all models except Prizm and 1990 Corvette, warning lamp should flash seven to nine times, then go off.
  • On Prizm models, warning lamp should light for six seconds,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> General Service
Vehicle: 2004 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS

Two basic types of power assist mechanisms are used: vacuum assist diaphragm assemblies, which use engine vacuum or, in some cases vacuum pressure developed by an external vacuum pump. The second type is a hydraulic pressure assist mechanism, which use pressure developed by an external pump (usually the power steering pump). Both systems act to increase the force exerted on the master cylinder piston by the operator. This in turn increases the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel cylinders while decreasing driver effort required to obtain acceptable stopping performance.

Vac...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-06 Gasoline Engine Models Except Catera, LeMans (1988-93) Metro, Nova (1985-88), Saturn & Sprint -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2003 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS

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

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.4 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 axle nut and washer.
  • Remove ball joint pinch bolt, then using a suitable pry bar, separate ball joint from knuckle.
  • Remove drive axle from hub and bearing assembly using front hub spindle rem...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect alternator electrical connectors.
  • Rotate tensioner clockwise with suitable wrench and slide belt from alternator pulley.
  • Release tensioner and remove belt, using suitable removal t...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1995 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.2 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 Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire GT 2.4 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 surge tank using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from surge tank.
  • Reposition hose clamp from coolant outlet using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from co...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Remove coolant reservoir.
  • Rotate tensioner clockwise with a 15mm wrench ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

Rear Center Of Luggage Compartment Diagram for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire  2.4 L4 GASRear Center Of Luggage Compartment Diagram for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ground G-301
  • Rear Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.3 L4 GASRear Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump Switch/Oil Pressure Sender/Switch
  • Brace
  • Connector Canister Purge Solenoid
  • Connector Electronic Ignition
  • Connector Knock Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

    2004 Pontiac Sunfire  2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Wiper Motor Assembly
  • Windshield Washer Fluid Pump
  • Windshield Wiper Switch Assembly
  • 2000 Pontiac Sunfire  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Pontiac Sunfire 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Rear Compartment Lamp
  • Rear Compartment Lamp Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: GM NEW VEHICLE TIRE WARRANTY PROGRAM - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2002 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: GRIND/GROWL NOISE IN PARK ON INCLINE-3T40/4T60/4T60E
    Vehicle: 1998 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

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