Lumina V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Defective Scan Tool Notice
Notice: Do not use a scan tool that displays faulty data. Report the scan tool problem to the manufacturer. Use of a faulty scan tool can result in
misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacement.
Engine Emission Notice
Engine Emission Notice
Notice: Modifications made to the engine or its individual components can effect the vehicle's emission controls and may cause the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL), Check Engine, or Service Engine Soon lamp to illuminate. Modifications may also cause the vehicle to fail a required
Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
Fuel Pressure Notice
Fuel Pressure Notice
Notice: Do not allow the fuel pressure to exceed the specified value because damage to the fuel pressure regulator or the fuel pressure gauge may
result.
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Notice: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage many solid-state electrical components. ESD susceptible components may or may not be labeled
with the ESD symbol. Handle all electrical components carefully. Use the following precautions in order to avoid ESD damage:
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Touch a metal ground point in order to remove your body's static charge before servicing any electronic component; especially after sliding
across the vehicle seat.
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Do not touch exposed terminals. Terminals may connect to circuits susceptible the ESD damage.
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Do not allow tools to contact exposed terminals when servicing connectors.
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Do not remove components from their protective packaging until required to do so.
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Avoid the following actions unless required by the diagnostic procedure:
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Jumpering or grounding of the components or connectors.
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Connecting test equipment probes to components or connectors. Connect the ground lead first when using test probes.
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Ground the protective packaging of any component before opening. Do not rest solid-state components on metal workbenches, or on top of
Televisions, radios, or other electrical devices.
Handling IAC Valve Notice
Handling IAC Valve Notice
Notice: If the Idle Air Control (IAC) valve has been in service: DO NOT push or pull on the IAC valve pintle. The force required to move the pintle
may damage the threads on the worm drive. Also, DO NOT soak the IAC valve in any liquid cleaner or solvent, as damage may result.
Ignition Off When Disconnecting Battery Notice
Ignition OFF When Disconnecting Battery Notice
Notice: Always turn the ignition OFF when connecting or disconnecting battery cables, battery chargers, or jumper cables. Failing to do so may
damage the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or other electronic components.
Latched DTC B1018, B1024 Notice (SDM-RSD)
Latched DTC B1018, B1024 Notice (SDM-RSD)
Notice: When DTC B1018 or B1024 has been set it is necessary to replace the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM). Setting
DTC B1018 or B1024 will also cause DTC B1071 to set. When a scan tool clear codes command is issued and the malfunction is no longer present,
DTC B1018 or B1024 and DTC B1071 will remain current. Make sure that the short to ground condition is repaired prior to installing a replacement