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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1992CAVALIER VL, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCEREMOVE, OVERHAUL & INSTALLENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAULIGNITION SYSTEMPROGRAMMABLE READ-ONLY MEMORY (PROM)REMOVAL
1992 Chevrolet Cavalier VL, 4D Sedan, Standard
Programmable Read-Only Memory (Prom): Removal
1992 Chevrolet Cavalier VL, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal
- Remove ECM from vehicle. See ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE under IGNITION SYSTEM. Position ECM so bottom cover faces upward. Remove slide-off PROM access cover by depressing locking tab.
- Using PROM removal tool, grasp PROM at narrow ends. Gently rock PROM from end to end while pulling up. If installing new PROM, remove old PROM from PROM carrier. See Figure.
NOTE:
Note reference notch locations in PROM, carrier and ECM for reassembly reference.
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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.