Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Model Identification
Adjustment and repair procedures in this article are referred to by either model or body type. The following table lists General Motors division, model name and body type. Check the 4th digit of the VIN number for model identification. For VIN identification reference, refer to the MAINTENANCE INFORMATION - MODEL IDENTIFICATION article.
| Body Type & GM Division | Model Name | |
|---|---|---|
| "A" Body | ||
| Buick | Century | |
| Chevrolet | Celebrity | |
| Oldsmobile | Ciera | |
| Pontiac | 6000 STE, 6000 | |
| "B" Body | ||
| Buick | Estate Wagon | |
| Chevrolet | Caprice | |
| Oldsmobile | Custom Cruiser | |
| Pontiac | Safari | |
| "C" Body | ||
| Buick | Electra | |
| Oldsmobile | Ninety-Eight | |
| "F" Body | ||
| Chevrolet | Camaro | |
| Pontiac | Firebird | |
| "G" Body | ||
| Buick | Regal | |
| Chevrolet | Caballero, El Camino, Monte Carlo | |
| Oldsmobile | Cutlass | |
| Pontiac | Grand Prix | |
| "H" Body | ||
| Buick | LeSabre | |
| Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | |
| Pontiac | Bonneville | |
| "J" Body | ||
| Buick | Skyhawk | |
| Cadillac | Cimarron | |
| Chevrolet | Cavalier | |
| Oldsmobile | Firenza | |
| Pontiac | Sunbird | |
| "L" Body | ||
| Chevrolet | Beretta, Corsica | |
| "N" Body | ||
| Buick | Skylark, Somerset | |
| Oldsmobile | Calais | |
| Pontiac | Grand Am | |
| "P" Body | ||
| Pontiac | Fiero | |
| "S" Body | ||
| Chevrolet | Nova | |
| "T" Body | ||
| Chevrolet | Chevette | |
| Pontiac | 1000 | |
| "Y" Body | ||
| Chevrolet | Corvette | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.