Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
SDM to avoid damaging the SDM.
Nylon Fuel Lines Notice
Nylon Fuel Lines Notice
Notice: Do not attempt to straighten any kinked nylon fuel lines. Replace any kinked nylon fuel feed or return pipes in order to prevent damage to the
vehicle.
OBDII System Description Notice
OBD II System Description Notice
Notice: The OBD II symbol is used on the circuit diagrams in order to alert the technician that the circuit is essential for proper OBD II emission
control circuit operation. Any circuit which, if it fails causes the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) to turn on, is identified as an OBD II circuit.
PCM and ESD Notice
PCM and ESD Notice
Notice: Do not touch the connector pins or soldered components on the circuit board in order to prevent possible electrostatic discharge (ESD)
damage to the PCM.
Servicing and Replacing Seat Belts Notice
Servicing and Replacing Seat Belts Notice
Notice: To prevent possible seat belt damage, refer to the following items before servicing or replacing lap and shoulder belts, including single loop
belt systems:
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Lap and shoulder belts will be serviced as follows:
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Replace only the part in question.
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All belts need to be serviced as a set to assure the belt components are from the same supplier.
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Do not intermix standard and deluxe belts on front or rear seats.
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All attachment hardware must be replaced, not reused.
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Keep sharp edges and damaging objects away from belts.
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Avoid bending or damaging any portion of the belt buckle or latch plate.
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Do not bleach or dye belt or strap webbing. Clean with a mild soap solution and water.
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When installing lap or shoulder belt anchor bolts, start the bolts by hand to ensure that the bolts are threaded straight.
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Do not attempt repairs on lap or shoulder belt retractor mechanisms to lap belt retractor covers. Replace defective assemblies with new service
replacement parts.
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Do not attempt to remove the seat belt retractor cover. The cover and the long rivet securing the cover to the retractor are not available as
service replacement parts.
Single Cylinder Flooding Notice
Single Cylinder Flooding Notice
Notice: In order to prevent flooding of a single cylinder and possible engine damage, relieve the fuel pressure before performing the fuel injector coil
test procedure.
Test Probe Notice
Test Probe Notice
Notice: Do not insert test equipment probes into any connector or fuse block terminal. The diameter of the test probes will deform most terminals. A
deformed terminal can cause a poor connection, which can result in system failures. Always use the J 35616-A Connector Test Adapter Kit or the J
42675 Flat Wire Probe Adapter kit in order to front-probe terminals. Do not use paper clips or other substitutes as they can damage terminals and
cause incorrect measurements.
Fastener Notice
Fastener Notice
