Diagnostic Chart Step References

1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 M, 4T40E/MN4SECTION Diagnostic Chart Step References
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Pontiac Sunfire and 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Following step references refer to test step numbers on diagnostic chart. See Fig 1 . For circuit number and wire color identification, see WIRING DIAGRAMSΒ  .

  1. 1

    AIR BAG warning light should flash 7 times after ignition switch is turned to RUN position.
  2. 2

    AIR BAG warning light indicates improper operation. This test differentiates an warning light stays ON condition from an warning light does not come ON condition.
  3. 3

    AIR BAG warning light should flash 7 times and turn OFF.
  4. 4

    Checks for proper operation of serial data line.
  5. 6

    Identifies stored diagnostic trouble codes and whether they are current or history.
  6. 7

    Checks for proper operation of serial data line and identifies any stored history diagnostic trouble codes.
  7. 9

    Refers to appropriate DTC Chart Diagnostic Aids for diagnosis of history DTCs.
    Fig 1: SIR Diagnostic System Check
    G98E09088Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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