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.
2000 Chevrolet Venture PlusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component Locations
COMPONENT LOCATIONS
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| Ambient Air Temperature Sensor | In Front Of Radiator, Right Side Of Vehicle |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Center Of Instrument Panel, Near Defroster Vent |
| Body Control Module (BCM) | Below Instrument Panel, Right Of Glove Box |
| Brake Fluid Level Indicator Sensor | Right Side Of Brake Fluid Reservoir |
| Data Link Connector (DLC) | Below Steering Column |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Control Module | Behind Instrument Panel, To Right Of Steering Column |
| Door Lock & Door Ajar Indicator Switch | Inside Rear End Of Respective Door |
| Driver Information Display (DID) | In Roof Console |
| Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBTCM) | Left Side Of Engine Compartment |
| Engine Coolant Level Indicator Module | Mounted To Right Rear Of Radiator, Below Radiator Cap |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor | On Left Side Top Of Engine |
| Engine Oil Level Indicator Switch | Center Of Engine Oil Pan |
| Engine Oil Pressure Switch | Front Of Engine, Above Starter |
| Fuel Level Sending Unit | Inside Fuel Tank |
| Fuel Tank | Under Left Side, Middle Of Vehicle |
| Fuse Block | Right Side Of Instrument Panel, In Door Opening |
| Interior Lighting Override Switch | Overhead Console Switch Bank |
| Liftgate Lock & Liftgate Ajar Indicator Switch | Inside Liftgate, Under License Plate |
| Malfunction Indicator Light/Traction Control Module | Behind Parking Brake Cable Bracket |
| Parking Brake Indicator Switch | Part Of Parking Brake Assembly, In Lower Left "A" Pillar |
| PASS-Key(R) III Indicator | Center Of Instrument Panel, Near Defrost Vent |
| PASS-Key(R) III Module | In Steering Column, Near Ignition Switch |
| Powertrain Control Module (PCM) | In Air Cleaner Assembly |
| Relay Center | Right Side Of Instrument Panel, Near BCM |
| Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR) | Behind Center Of Dash, Near Defrost Vent |
| Sensing & Diagnostic Module (SDM) | Under Right Front Seat |
| Sliding Door Jamb Switch | Mounted To Rear Opening Of Respective Door |
| Theft Deterrent Relay | In Relay Center |
| Transaxle Range Switch | Left Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment, On Top Of Transaxle |
| Underhood Accessory Wiring Junction Block | Right Front Of Engine Compartment, Near Battery |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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