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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 MANUALSOLDSMOBILE1989DELTA 88 V6-3800 3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSAIR BAGS - SYSTEM MODIFIED, TESTED MODIFICATION REQUIRED
1989 Oldsmobile Delta 88 V6-3800 3.8L
Air Bags - System Modified, Tested Modification Required
1989 Oldsmobile Delta 88 V6-3800 3.8LSECTION Air Bags - System Modified, Tested Modification Required
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SUBJECT: MODIFICATIONS TO 1988 SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT (SIR) SERVICE TESTER J 36884
MODELS/YEARS: 1988-89 EIGHTY-EIGHT ROYALE AND
NINETY-EIGHT REGENCY
NUMBER: 89-T-18
CORP. REF. NO.: 801614R
DATE: November 1988
SECTION: 9J
Due to a change in the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) power supply for 1989, the SIR service tester (J 36884) will not be able to completely diagnose SIR electrical system faults in 1989 Eighty-Eight Royale and Ninety-Eight Regency models or 1988 Delta 88's serviced with 1989 power supplies (part number 16129684 or 16130104). A revised diagnostic procedure (1989 Service Manual or Service Manual Supplement, Section 9J) and a modified tester J 36884-A are to be used for 1988 and 1989 SIR vehicles.
On a contingency basis, the 1988 service tester can be used on 1989 Oldsmobile SIR vehicles except for checking the power supply function, steps 6 & 7 of Section 9J, Page 9J-7. Should you need a tester before yours has been modified, contact Oldsmobile Technical Assistance.
SUBJECT: MODIFICATIONS TO 1988 SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT (SIR) SERVICE TESTER J 36884
MODELS/YEARS: 1988-89 EIGHTY-EIGHT ROYALE AND
NINETY-EIGHT REGENCY
NUMBER: 89-T-18
CORP. REF. NO.: 801614R
DATE: November 1988
SECTION: 9J
Due to a change in the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) power supply for 1989, the SIR service tester (J 36884) will not be able to completely diagnose SIR electrical system faults in 1989 Eighty-Eight Royale and Ninety-Eight Regency models or 1988 Delta 88's serviced with 1989 power supplies (part number 16129684 or 16130104). A revised diagnostic procedure (1989 Service Manual or Service Manual Supplement, Section 9J) and a modified tester J 36884-A are to be used for 1988 and 1989 SIR vehicles.
On a contingency basis, the 1988 service tester can be used on 1989 Oldsmobile SIR vehicles except for checking the power supply function, steps 6 & 7 of Section 9J, Page 9J-7. Should you need a tester before yours has been modified, contact Oldsmobile Technical Assistance.
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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.