Pontiac Sunbird

1994 pontic sunbird fireing order 3.1 diagrame

not sure about on a 93. But mine 94 2.o has it on the left (driver side) wheel panel inside the hood. it is screwed into the side panel right before the battery.

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replace only,make sure that is the real problem,the fans only run when the temp goes above 92 degrees celsius

First you disconnect the battery terminal. (I do the negative one)

If it is the coil pack/ module (one piece) it is held in place by 2 bolts and 1 nut/ stud.

You will need a 10 mm thin walled , deep well socket and ratchet.

It is located under the intake manifold.

there is a wire clip that holds the wires to the coil pack, just pry it off with a screwdriver or needle nose pliers. (put the clip back on the harness, it just pushes back onto the new pack and locks when pushed into place.)

Remove spark plug wires, marking where they come off.

Mount the new coil pack, replace the plug wires, push wire harness on until it locks in place.

JUST A NOTE... count on 2-3 hours to do this, space is tight.

The most current specified and downwardly compatible automatic transmission fluid (ATF) for the 1989 Pontiac Sunbird with the 2.0L 4-cylinder engine (Vin "K") is GM Dexron VI.

I am not an expert but by looking into this problem on my own car, I have discovered that the transmission on 1994 Sunbirds has a feature called "Lock-up" where instead of having a true "Overdrive" gear, the transmission "locks-up" the third gear, by use of a solenoid, into a direct drive configuration where the third gear stops slipping and drives the wheels in a direct way, which is fine at speeds above the 35 mph or so when it kicks in depending on transmission internal hydraulic pressure ( during acceleration, which calls for lower gears and high rpm/high torque).

It is an elegant solution to keep the production of the transmission more simple (and cheaper) while delivering the effect of increasing gas mileage like a true overdrive gear would do. For the most part, it has worked GREAT......or as they say, works good, last a long time. 14 years in my case with the 3.1 V6. This is the absolute BEST engine transmission combination I have ever felt.

This is what you feel when it won't downshift. It almost feels like someone is pushing the car from behind. It feels like it won't slow down.

From what I've read about it and talking to a transmission guy, there is an electro-mechanical part called the TCC soleniod which is located under the transmission cover. It is the Torque Converter Control Solenoid. This is what controls whether the transmission goes into "lock-up" mode or not. If this solenoid sticks in the "lock-up" mode, it can be the cause of what you and I have been feeling when exiting the freeway or even on faster side streets....it won't downshift.

In my case, it even stuck when stopping at a toll booth and the car died when I tried to pull away. I had to start it in the neutral position and then it would die when put into gear because it was stuck in the "lock-up" mode of third gear. Frustrating. I guess it cooled down enough to eventually come unstuck, because I eventually got it to go.

The good news is, as far as I know, this is not a major transmission overhaul. The TCC solenoid can be changed without overhauling the transmission....a much less expensive proposition. Way under $1,000 dollars I would think. I'm thinking more in the $200 or $300 dollar range. Cheaper, if you do it yourself if you are able. Then, I would think that it willl last another 14 years or so.....or approximately 130,000 miles...around there. That should be the life of the car.

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Check on the washer solvent tank. If it is not there you will see the washer solvent hose, follow it to your pump.

I have a 1990 Pontiac sunbird and i was only able to find one, it was behind the exhaust manifold on the block. I myself am having problems finding the other. I hope this helps.

There is nothing to worry about with water in the exhaust.

However water in your oil could suggest leaky gaskets. Depends where in the oil system or engine it is.

what is the color order of the wires to a Pontiac Sunbird ignition module

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Check the gas filter it could be plugged (The gas filter has been checked and recently changed, because that's what we thought was happening.. but did not fix the problem.)

Does anyone else have suggestions on what this problem might be?

Your torque converter lock up clutch (TCC) solenoid is sticking. This is common on these cars and others with the TH125C transmission. The part costs about $40 and the gasket another $5-10. You can change the parts in your driveway in about 90 minutes.

disconnect - battery cable drain cooling system. raise vehicle. working underneath remove drain tube from heater case. Loosen hose clamps and disconnect heater hoses from heater core tubes at firewall. Plug the ends of tubes to keep from spilling. Lower vehicle working inside vehicle remove left and right underdash panels. Remove heater floor outlet duct. Remove screws and clips that fasten heater core cover and remove cover. Remove retaining straps and heater core from housing. Careful not to spill coolant. Installation in reverse. Maybe you could help the person who asked the location of heater core for 92 sunbird. All in same general area.

Step down on the brake pedal as far as u can push it without forcing it too hard, then try to press it, if it doesnt work... then you will need to take it in and get a new shifter put it or maybe just the button looked at....

the gas tank has to come down to replace it.

Thermostat is probably stuck in the open position or the system was not bled properly. Bleed the system properly and if it still exhibits the same symptoms, replace the thermostat. You may have purchased a bad new one.

go to autozone.com current vehicle choose car repair info vehicle repair guides it may be in there.

Before it breaks.

Check the Belt for age/wear by feeling it for gaps on the underside (drive side).

If there are good sized gaps in the tread, REPLACE THE BELT.

If it's heavily glazed on the TOP, REPLACE IT.

It's a cheap replace instead of an Engine rebuild.

Standard fuel pressure for a 91 Pontiac Sunbird is between 50 and 55 PSI. This is the idle pressure to allow for maximum efficiency of the fuel injectors.

Check the bulbs, check the fuse then check the switch.

you undo the tire housing and pull off the exaust manifold. replace the muffler fluid and then your done

Sounds Like It Is Condensation From The A/C Eveporator, Whivh Is Inside The Car, Where The Heater Core Is. You Most Likely Have The Drain Hose Stopped Up. This Lets Out Excessive Water To The Ground On The Passenger Side Of The Car. If It Is Very Bad Let An A/C Person Look At It For You. GOOD LUCK