2002 Pontiac Firebird Formula, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Component Locations

COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Component Location
Underhood Fuse Block (Bottom) In Left Front Corner Of Engine Compartment
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) (V6 VIN K) On Right Side Of Engine Compartment, Rear Of Wheelhouse
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) (V8 VIN G) On Right Side Of Engine Compartment, Rear Of Wheelhouse
Starter (V6 VIN K) (1) On Bottom Left Side Of Engine
Starter (V8 VIN G) (2) On Bottom Right Side Of Engine
Starter Relay In Underhood Fuse Block (Bottom)
Starter Solenoid (V6 VIN K) (1) On Bottom Left Side Of Engine, Above Starter Motor
Starter Solenoid (V8 VIN G) (2) On Bottom Right Side Of Engine, Above Starter Motor
(1) See Fig 1 .
(2) See Fig 2 .
Fig 1: Locating Starter (V6)
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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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