1989 Pontiac SafariFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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's manual. Be very cautious using repair info from here because these pages may not apply to your vehicle. Different car Section 1 (Overhaul - THM 400) Section 2 (3.8L BCM Tests W/Codes) Section 3 (A/C System Diagnosis - Manual) Section 4 (Disc & Drum (Fwd)) Section 5 (Anti-Lock Brake System (Fwd)) Section 6 (Anti-Lock Brake System) Section 7 (Anti-Lock Brake System) Section 8 (Anti-Lock Brake System (Fwd)) Section 9 (Disc & Drum) Section 10 (Anti-Lock Brake System) Section 11 (3.1L VIN [T] PFI Tests W/Codes) Section 12 (3.3L/3.8L PFI Tests W/Codes) Section 13 (DFI ECM Tests W/Codes) Section 14 (2.0L(K)/2.5L Tests W/Codes) Section 15 (2.0L VIN [1] Tests W/Codes) Section 16 (2.0L Turbo Tests W/Codes) Section 17 (2.8L VIN [S] PFI Tests W/Codes) Section 18 (4.3L TBI Tests W/Codes) Section 19 (5.0L/5.7L PFI Tests W/Codes) Section 20 (CCC EFI Tests W/O Codes)

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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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