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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1990FIREBIRD FORMULA, 5.0 F, AUTOMATIC, 4L60/MD8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTINFOTAINMENTANTENNA - POWERTESTINGGROUND CHECK
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula, 5.0 F, Automatic, 4L60/MD8
Ground Check
1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula, 5.0 F, Automatic, 4L60/MD8SECTION Ground Check
- Lower antenna mast. Remove escutcheon from fender. Attach alligator clip to upper end of mast to act as antenna. Leave other end of clip unattached.
- Tune radio to a weak AM station or a station which is received when clip is attached and not received when clip is removed. Remove clip. Ground upper end of mast to fender with very short jumper wire.
- If station is not received, antenna grounds are good. If station is still present or even stronger, a poor ground or no ground condition exists.
- Possible ground loss points are: antenna upper mounting (screw loose or paint overspray), coaxial connector at mast not connected or corroded, coaxial connector at radio not tight or corroded or quick connector corroded.
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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.