- Always refer to Emission Decal in engine compartment before servicing vehicle. If manual and decal differ, always use decal specifications.
- Do not allow or create a condition of misfire in more than one cylinder for an extended period of time. Damage to converter may occur due to loading converter with unburned air/fuel mixture.
- Always turn ignition off and disconnect negative battery cable BEFORE disconnecting or connecting computer or other electrical components.
- DO NOT drop or shock electrical components such as computer, airflow meter, etc.
- DO NOT use fuel system cleaning compounds that are not recommended by the manufacturer. Damage to gaskets, diaphragm materials and catalytic converter may result.
- Before performing a compression test or cranking engine using a remote starter switch, disconnect coil wire from distributor and secure it to a good engine ground, or disable ignition.
- Before disconnecting any fuel system component, ensure fuel system pressure is released.
- Use a shop towel to absorb any spilled fuel to prevent fire.
- DO NOT create sparks or have an open flame near battery.
- If any fuel system components such as hoses or clamps are replaced, ensure they are replaced with components designed for fuel system use.
- Always reassemble throttle body components with new gaskets, "O" rings and seals.
- If equipped with an inertia switch, DO NOT reset switch until fuel system has been inspected for leaks.
- Wear safety goggles when drilling or grinding.
- Wear proper clothing which protects against chemicals and other hazards.
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Contents
Wiring diagrams Section: Engine Performance- Parasitic Load Explanation & Test Procedures - General Information: Diagnosis
- Parasitic Load Explanation & Test Procedures - General Information: Other
- Waveforms - Injector Pattern Tutorial - General Information: Overview
- Waveforms - Injector Pattern Tutorial - General Information: Other
- Emission Control Description & Operation - Diesel: Overview
- Emission Control Description & Operation - Diesel: Other
- Abbreviations
- Accessories Control Systems
- Accessory Drive Belts
- Adjustments
- Airbag
- Anti-Lock/traction Control
- Application
- Automatic Trans
- Automatic Transmission - 4L80-E/4L85-E (Service & Replacement): Removal & Installation
- Axle Shafts
- Basic Trouble Shooting
- Body Electrical
- Body, Cab Control Systems
- Brakes
- Charging System
- Check Lists
- Communication Devices
- Computer Relearn
- Cooling System (Mechanical)
- Cruise Control Systems
- Diagnostic Connector Locations
- Differentials & Drive Axles
- Door Locks & Anti-Theft Systems
- Door System, Mirror System & Window System: Removal & Installation
- Drive Cycles
- Driveline/axles
- Driveshaft & Universal Joints
- DTC Index
- Electrical Component Locations
- Emission Applications
- Engine
- Engine Controls - Removal & Installation - Gasoline: Removal & Installation
- Engine Cooling System: Removal & Installation
- Engine Performance
- Entertainment Systems
- Exhaust
- Exterior Body Panels
- Exterior Lights
- Exterior/interior Trim
- Front Drive Axle: Overhaul
- Front Drive Axle: Removal & Installation
- Front Suspension System: Removal & Installation
- Fuses & Circuit Breakers
- Gauges & Instrument Panels
- General Servicing - All Makes
- Heated Glass/defoggers
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning: Removal & Installation
- Hoist/jack
- Horns
- HVAC Systems - Manual
- Identification
- Ignition Switch/steering Lock
- Lighting Systems: Diagnosis
- Manual & Power Steering
- Manual HVAC System
- Mechanical
- Mechanical - Hydraulic
- Metric Conversions
- Mode 6
- Oem General Information
- Power Steering System: Removal & Installation
- Rear Drive Axle - Locking/limited Slip Rear Axle: Overhaul
- Rear Drive Axle: Removal & Installation
- Removal & Installation
- Reset Procedures
- Restraints
- Restraints Control Systems
- Rpo Codes
- Seats
- Sensor Range Charts
- Specifications
- Starter
- Stationary Window System: Removal & Installation
- Steering
- Steering Linkage
- Steering Wheel & Steering Column: Removal & Installation
- Suspension Front
- Suspension Rear
- Testing & Diagnostics
- Traction Control Disable
- Transfer Case
- Transmission
- Wheel & Tire System
- Wheel Alignment
- Wiper/washer Systems
- Wiring Systems (General Information)