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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1988CAVALIER VL, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEM2.8L VIN [W] PFI "A" CHARTSENTERING OR EXITING DIAGNOSTIC MODE (NON-SCAN)
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier VL, Standard
Entering Or Exiting Diagnostic Mode (Non-Scan)
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier VL, StandardSECTION Entering Or Exiting Diagnostic Mode (Non-Scan)
- Turn ignition on. Do not start engine. "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" light should glow. Locate Assembly Line Data Link (ALDL) connector attached to ECM wiring harness under instrument panel, left or right of steering column (under cigar lighter plate in center console on Fiero). Insert jumper wire across terminal "B", "DIAGNOSTIC TERMINAL" and terminal "A", "GROUND". See Fig 1
.CAUTION: Inserting spade lug (jumper lead) into terminals of ALDL connector grounds "DIAGNOSTIC TERMINAL". Do not ground ALDL connector until after ignition is on (engine not running).
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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.