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.
1996 Eagle Summit BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Using Scan Tool
- With ignition off, connect scan tool and appropriate ROM pack to data link connector located under driver side of dash. See Fig 1.
- Turn ignition on. ANTI-LOCK warning light should come on as ABS goes into self-diagnostic mode. Read and record all diagnostic output DTCs from ECU memory. Refer to scan tool manufacturer's instructions for specific DTC retrieval procedure.
- After all DTCs have been retrieved and recorded, clear DTCs from ECU memory. Refer to scan tool manufacturer's instructions for specific DTC clearing instructions. See DTC DEFINITIONΒ table under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING.
- If DTCs cannot be cleared, ECU is currently detecting a malfunction. If DTCs can be cleared, problem is either intermittent or only appears while driving.
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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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