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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE1998AURORA V8-4.0L VIN CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMRELAYS AND MODULES - IGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Oldsmobile Aurora V8-4.0L VIN C
Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair
1998 Oldsmobile Aurora V8-4.0L VIN CSECTION Service and Repair
Description:
REMOVAL
1. Remove the spark plug wires at the ignition control module assembly.
2. Remove the four electrical connectors at the ignition control module.
3. Remove the four bolts (4 and 8) retaining the IC module assembly to rear camshaft cover (5).
4. Remove the IC module assembly from the vehicle.
5. Remove the ignition coils from the IC module assembly (1, 2, 3, and 7).
6. Remove the IC module from the assembly bracket (6).
INSTALLATION
1. Install the IC module to the assembly bracket (6).
2. Install the ignition coils to the IC module assembly.
3. Position the IC module assembly on the rear camshaft cover and install the four retaining bolts (4 and 8).
Tighten to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
4. Install the four electrical connectors at the IC module assembly.
5. Connect the spark plug wires to the ignition control module/coil assembly.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.