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Pontiac Sunfire

The Pontiac Sunfire was a compact car produced between 1995 and 2005 by Pontiac. It was available in 2-door convertible, 2-door coupe and 4-door sedan variants, with either 3-speed or 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions.

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What 1998 cavalier 1998 sunfire parts interchange?

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Approximately 85 percent of the parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier and the 1998 Pontiac sun fire are interchangeable. Most of the parts that are not interchangeable are in the passenger compartment.

How to Remove back seat in 2002 sunfire?

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Here's what my Haynes manual says. I'm not sure if it pertains to a split seat or not. It may be more Cavalier oriented than Sunfire oriented.

Unlatch the rear seat back and tilt it forward.

Unhook the outer side belt retractor from the rear seat back.

Remove the spacer from right key pin.

Slide the seat back to the right and disengage the left key pin from the left key slot.

Slide the seat back to the left and disengage the right key slot from the right from the right key slot. (Haynes gibberish?)

Remove the seat back.

Press the seat cushion retainer to the rear with a screwdriver.

Lift the seat cushion up and remove it.

Installation is the reverse of removal.

Haynes has no photos of the procedure.

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How do you replace the thermostat on a 1998 Sunfire with a 2.2 Liter engine?

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2.2L OHV Engines * Drain coolant (about 1 gallon) from the radiator until its below the thermostat housing * Disconnect the radiator hose from the thermostat cover * Remove the bolts and lift the cover off you mat have to tap the cover with a soft-face hammer to loosen it * Not how its installed then remove the thermostat 2.3L and 2.4L OHC Engines * Drain the coolant from the radiator * Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield * Remove the cover that protects the outlet pipe on the thermostat housing by accessing cover bolts through the exhaust manifold runners * Raise and secure the car on jackstands * Disconnect the radiator hose from the metal outlet pipe * Remove the outlet pipe bolt and carefully separate the outlet pipe from the thermostat housing and the engine block * Note how its installed then remove the thermostat from the outlet pipe

How do you remove radio on 2003 Sunfire?

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Tools Needed:

3/8 or 1/4 driver with 7mm socket and extension

1. remove the 7mm fastener above the speedo in the interment cluster as well as the two under the steering column.

2. Pull the steering column down and remove the fasteners on either side of the steering wheel.

3. Pull out the dash trim. Use a pry tool if u have trouble.

4. disconnect all light wiring harnesses and 4x4 (if quipped) as well as the passenger airbag connectors.

5. There should be two 7mm fasteners on either side of the radio. Remove them and slide it out.

6. Disconnect all electrical connections and the antenna from the radio.

YOU'RE DONE

Install the new radio and reverse the steps. Make sure all your lights and accessories are working (4x4, airbag etc.) Really anything you unplugged

How do you remove a Sunfire distributor cap?

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some have 2 spring loaded catches. use either a standard flat head screw driver or a Phillips screwdriver. push down on the catch and at the same time rotate it until it releases and raises up when you remove the screwdriver. pull straight up on the distributor cap to remove it. mark the cap and plug wires like this. plug wire #1 to #1 position on cap. do this to all 6 plug wires and where you removed them on the cap. replace is the reverse. some caps have 2 clips to hold the cap on. just pry them back with a flat blade screwdriver. mark plug wires and the cap where you removed wires like this. #1 plug wire to plug in spot in cap. and so on. hope this helps

How do you take the steering wheel off of a 1999 sunfire?

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# Disconnect the negative battery cable. # Remove the pad assembly by either removing the screws or prying the pad off. Disconnect the bayonet-type connector at the horn wire by pushing in and turning counterclockwise. # Push the locking lever counterclockwise until the full release position is obtained. # Scribe a mark on the plate assembly where the two attaching screws attach the plate assembly to the locking lever. Remove the two screws. # Unscrew the plate assembly and remove. # Remove the steering wheel nut retainer and nut. Using a puller, remove the wheel.

How do you replace tailights in a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire?

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I am not sure what mirror glass you are referring to but the rear view mirror is held on by a small screw that once loosened allows you to slide the mirror off.If you are refering to the side mirror they are normally changed as a complete unit. these units are spring loaded to allow for slight impact without breaking. Some times the springs holding these mirrors break and can be repaired by disassembling the unit and rebending the hook on the springs .To re-engage the springs loop a wire through the hook of the spring and the latch on the mirror and pull to engage the hook. To replace the side mirror Remove interior trim (small triangle piece above door trim} Remove foam insulation Remove three attaching nuts Remove mirror Note to replace mirror in unit as described above the mirror must be removed from the car.

How do you fix the sunroof on a 2003 Sunfire if it opened and now the switch doesn't work and the sunroof will not close?

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Most sunroofs will move manually.

you need to remove a cover to get to where the motor is and usually there is a hole to put a screwdriver or Allen key into to turn the motor manually.

If not just remove the motor and push the glass shut but doing this will mean you need to reset the motor before refitting it.

I worked in a sunroof factory for 10 years !!

Where is the blinker relay on a 1996 Pontiac Sunfire?

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My Haynes manual says that the "96 turn signal/hazard flasher is plugged into the "convenience center" which is mounted at the top of the left kick panel. FriPilot

Where can you get sunroof replacement parts for 96 BMW 318ti?

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It is important to know where to get the replacement parts to a car. For a 1996 BMW a person can find the sunroof replacement parts at local auto part stores.

How to fix a sunroof motor?

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If your question is how to replace the motor, I'd go to autozone.com for the basic procedure with diagrams. If the motor has gone bad and you want to repair it, you'll find parts hard to find unless you know an electric motor repairman.

How do you change the driver's side front signal bulb on a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire?

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On some cars you open the hood, and the light socket will be right on the inside behind the fixture itself. A quarter turn counter clockwise and pull will remove the socket. Then push in while turning a quarter turn counter clockwise again will release the bulb, or on newer ones, you just pull them out as they are the spade type. On some cars you will have screws holding the lens assembly in, and it would have to be removed to replace the bulb. Then still on others, you would reach underneath the bumper.

Where is a starter relay location for a 96 Pontiac sunfire?

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Attached to the starter. behind the instrument cluster. go under the dash and look to the left sided of the steering column. you will see a junction block with a 7mm screw head in the middle. it will be right above that. it is called a starter enable relay.

How do you remove the inner door panel in a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire?

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The question you ask is too involved for a proper answer. You may want to go to a car parts store, or book store, and get a repair manual for your car. They cost about $16.00 Or, go to a Public Library.

Where is the radiator drain plug on a 1999 Pontiac sunfire?

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Ok I found it, it is draining now! The drain is at the very bottom of the right hand side tank. It is a very small screw plug next to and below the lower trans cooler line. Lay on your back with the front on ramps legs away from car, left shoulder under right front corner of car. Look up through the square hole in the plastic cover to the location above Use a large but not long screw driver to loosen it from over the frame tube, don't try to get at it from the hole use the hole to see what you are doing. The Plug has two slots in it forming a cross after you tread it all the way out it should pop out. Watch it you may get a little wet

Why would the daytime running lamp light start flashing on the dash?

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I just had the same problem and replaced the daytime running lamp module. Ford part # xl2z-15a272-ab. This part is located behind the drivers side head light and gotten to thru the wheel well.

I have a 99 Pontiac sunfire that turns over but will not start. What could be the problem?

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it could be anything from a clogged fuel filter to a blocked fuel pump, or losing spark in the distributor cap. if your PONTIAC has the PASSLOCK security system in it. turn ignition to on position... but do not start... for (10) ten full min. then turn key OFF for (10) ten more FULL mins. then try to start your car. if this works... REPLACE BATTERY IN KEYFOB (keyless entry keychain device) It may sound crazy but it will work.

How do you remove a manual window crank on a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire?

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Read the Haynes Repair manual and it states to either use a special tool (looks like flat bar, forked at the end) or to put the crank in the down position, lift a clean shop rag up and directly behind the crank, and pull up until the clip snaps out.

I tried this but still can't see where the clip is that is supposed to be behind the crank.

Anyone else have suggestions??

How do you unlock the radio for a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire?

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try this website below (copy & paste). worked for my daughter's radio. do a web search and there are several that won't ask for $$ to furnish codes. good luck. http://www.teammiata.com/libs/radio-codes.htm

How do you wire an ignition for a Chevy 350?

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Bolt The Coil Bracket And Coil To The Block, The - Goes To The Distributor The + Hooks To The Ignition.

Does a remote start hurt a cars starter?

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Yes it can. I had a 1998 Honda Odyssey with an aftermarket set-up and it did that. I would pull over, put it park and restart. After an ignition switch recall, the system is not connected anymore so the problem is gone.

Where is the Oil pressure sensor on 1996 sunfire?

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Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement

== J 35749 Oil Pressure Switch Socket #

# Remove the air cleaner outlet resonator. # Disconnect the oil pressure electrical connector. # Remove the engine oil pressure sensor (1) usingJ 35749 . #

# Install the engine oil pressure sensor (1) using J 35749 . # Connect the oil pressure electrical connector. # Install the air cleaner outlet resonator.

What is the location of backup light switch on a grand prix?

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look where the transmission shift linkage attaches to the transmission, there should be a proximity switch there, likely the only thing with wires going to it on the assembly.

Your 98 Sunfire won't start what should you do?

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It doesn't crank? Or it cranks, but doesn't fire? Start with the three most common reasons for a no start. 1) Crank- make sure the engine is turning over fast enough to start. 2) Spark- If the engine is cranking, make sure it is getting spark to the plugs. 3) Fuel- If the car has crank and spark, check that it is getting fuel. If you have crank, fuel, and spark and the car will still not start, you may have a computer problem. Your dealer/mechanic will be able to diagnose a computer problem. Good Luck!! If it just sounds like "wrrrrrrr" and not "red red red red red" then it's your starter. Those are easy to replace, but you will need some tools. It took me 4 hours to get the starter off, and about 1 hour to put it back on. Things the haynes manual wont tell you are 1. There is a black bracer bar directly under the starter, it connects in 3 places. You have to remove that bar before you can remove the starter. After you remove that, you have to remove the flywheel gasket bolts before you can remove the starter's bolts. The starter on a 98 has 3 bolts. There is something called a 'bender' bar that connects it to the engine I believe, that bolt is really hard to get to. You will need a swivel joint for your ratchet and a 12in extension. It helps to have a friend look through the top of the engine to help you guide the ratchet. It is also handy to have a ratchet that has a 'continuous drive handle' means you can turn the handle like a screwdriver and it will work as though you are doing a turning motion on a regular ratchet. A starter for the 98 will run you about $180 to $220 from PepBoys. If it doesnt make the "wrrrrr' sound then check your spark plugs.