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2002 Chevrolet Venture PlusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Component Locations

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Component

Location

Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

On Left Front Corner Of Engine Compartment, Under Air Cleaner Housing

Starter ⁽¹⁾

In Center Of Engine, Below Intake Manifold

Starter Relay ⁽²⁾

On Left Side Of Engine Compartment, Near Right MaxiFuse(R) Block

Starter Solenoid ⁽¹⁾

On Center Of Engine, Below Intake Manifold, On Starter Motor

⁽¹⁾	See Fig 1 .

⁽²⁾	See Fig 2 .

Fig 1: Locating Starter

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.