2001 Pontiac Aztek Base, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Component Locations

NOTE: For component locations, refer to illustrations. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .
COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Component Location
Auxiliary Power Drop Connector Under Instrument Panel, Taped To Instrument Panel Harness Connector Left Of Blower Motor
Body Control Module Attached To Center Console Fuse Block
Center Console Fuse Block Behind Right Console Access Panel, Inside Of Center Console
Cruise Control Module Left Side Of Engine Compartment, Near Strut Tower
Data Link Connector Under Left Side Of Instrument Panel
Electronic Brake Control Module Lower Left Side Of Engine Compartment, Mounted On Strut Tower
Instrument Panel Cluster On Left Side Of Instrument Panel
Inflatable Restraint Sensing & Diagnostic Module Under Right Front Seat
Powertrain Control Module Engine Compartment, Inside Air Cleaner Assembly
Underhood Junction Block Right Front Of Engine Compartment, Above Battery
Vehicle Communication Unit Under Instrument Panel, Left Of Blower Motor
Vehicle Interface Unit Under Instrument Panel, Left Of Blower Motor
Fig 1: Identifying Underhood Fuse Block Components
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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.