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JIM HALLAHANAre electrical problems common for a Pontiac Sunbird?
If you're in the Northeast where the dampness and salt eat up cars, then yes, any older car will probably have electrical...
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What would cause a 1991 Sunbird to stall right after starting?
Could be a loose or damageed wire harnessconnections at the distributor, coil or alternator. Also, check the intake manifold...
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How do you refill the freon in a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird?
most likely you have a r12 cooling system. You will first have to visit a certified AC mechanic to have the r12 drained from...
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How do you change the brake pads on an '88 Pontiac Sunbird?
1st. If you intend to do any work on this car at all you need tools and a good repair manual. Spend the $20.00 bucks for a...
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Where is the horn relay on a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird?
right next to the emergency flasher It is a white three prong connector
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Where is the turn signal flasher on a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird GT located?
on the right hand side of the steering column by the column support bracket. It is tucked in behind and you need to feel for the...
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Where is the location of the oil sensor in a '90 Pontiac Sunbird?
beside coil pack behind firewall
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What could be wrong if the wipers on your 1994 Pontiac Sunbird are sweeping sporadically?
i believe your relay might be acting up. i would replace it r u sure u aren't stuck on delay!!?? been there, done...
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How do you change the starter on a 1989 Pontiac Sunbird with a 2.0 L engine?
You remove the bolts, take off the old one and bolt on the new one. My uncle had a 1992 sunbird and in order to change the...
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How do you replace the alternator on a 1989 Pontiac Sunbird?
The only hard part is that you've got to get a big crescent wrench or pipe wrench onto the square extrusion on the belt tensioner...
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What is involved in changing a gas tank on a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird?
There are two heavy steel straps that support the tank. I *think* (it's been a few years since I did one) that you may have to...
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How do you replace the turn signal switch located on a 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix?
My turn signal switch died on my 92 Grand Prix. Rather than attempting the repair, I took it to a shop. The steering column had...
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How do you replace the water pump on a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird 4 cylinder?
Hey Le==Some of these cars have to have the engine supports removed to get to the water pump. I suggest getting a manual on...
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Why would a 91 Pontiac Sunbird convertible top just make a 'click' and not go down when you push the button?
The motor could be bad. Takeit to a garage. I have a 92 sunbird convertable I had the same problem Its the relay switch...
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Where is the starter on a 93 Pontiac Sunbird?
Assuming it's a 4 cylinder, it's buried way up behind the back of the block and REALLY not a lot of fun to change because you...
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Where is the cooling fan relay on a '91 Pontiac Sunbird SE 3.1 Liter V6?
The sensor is located below the hood on the pasanger side. It it normally the second relay switch. Their is three other relay...
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How do you replace the water pump on a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird?
The water pumps are behind the timing belt on the lower portion of the block (I assume we're talking about the 4 cylinder...
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Your 1989 Sunbird stalls when you apply the brakes or turn on lights could this be the alternator?
Yes, or you have a short in your lighting system, but more than likely it is your alternator. hey, sounds more like a short to...
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How do you change the pollen filter on a 93 Sunbird?
There is no pollen filter on any sunbird the oldest GM product to get one is a 1993 Cadillac
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How do you align the engine before you put the timing belt on for the 1994 2.0L Sunbird?
I would HIGHLY recommend you get a manual (Haynes, Chilton, etc.) with a diagram, I don't think you could do it (read: You...
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How do you repair the low beams in a 93 Sunbird?
Hey Derek==IF the high beams work, it is probable that it is the dimmer switch.They aren't fused individually. GoodluckJoe
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What is the firing order for a 1994 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0L 4 cylinder?
It is 1-3-4-2.
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What is the firing order for a 1988 Pontiac Sunbird?
The firing order of my '87 Pontiac Sunbird is 1 3 4 2. http://autorepair.about.com/od/enginefiringorders1/
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Why would a 1992 Sunbird GT die when applying brakes and also revs up and down in a cycle?
Hey Pete==Have the brake booster checked out. The diaphram may have a leak. GoodlukcJoe just took it out for a test...
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What would be the cause of oil coming out of the engine where the exhaust meets and white smoke coming from the exhaust in a 93 Pontiac Sunbird?
White smoke in the exhaust, more so on a cold start. That's steam. Water is getting into the combustion chamber. Most likely...
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How do you loosen the timing belt tensioner on a 94 Pontiac Sunbird 4cy 2.0L OHC?
dude, i just had to take mine off like 3 times, i dont really know how to do it rite, but it worked 4 me, there is a hole in the...
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How do you change the accessory belt on an '87 Pontiac Sunbird?
On the main drive serpentine belt, there is a tensioner pulle. it is positioned at 6:00. relieve tension remove belt. reverse...
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Where can you find a diagram for the fuse box of a 1989 Pontiac Sunbird LE?
You might want to go and look at some books at a Public Library.
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Where is the fusible link in a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird 4 cyl?
The fusible links are all on the large terminal on the starter - The one the battery cable hooks to.
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How do you replace the head gasket located on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
Replacing the head gasket on any vehicle is a long and complicated process, however if you wish to see basic step-by-step...
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Where is the blinker flasher located in a 94 Pontiac Sunbird?
The hazard lights flasher is located directly behind the fusebox. The blinker flasher is located toward the center of the dash. ...
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How do you repair the door handle in a 1994 Pontiac Sunbird?
changing a door handle is relatively easy.you remove the inner panel of the door and plastic liner.through the holes in the door...
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How do you set the clock on a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird?
Turn the ignion on, turn radio off. Press the "Set" button. Use teh "seek" and "scan" buttons to set the time.
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How do you replace a starter on a '92 Pontiac Sunbird SE?
Its not fun but you can do it you have to get under the car and reach up behind the tranny and and pull the wires off the starter...
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How do you replace the headlight bulb located on a 1996 Pontiac Sunfire?
After opening the hood you must remove two #2 bolts (has the #2 on top of the bolt). One is plainly visable on the far right and...
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How do you remove the rear axle of a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird if it does not come out after taking the four bolts off?
hit it with a hammer done a few of them only thing holding them on is them four bolts get them out beat it off with a hammer
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How do you replace the heater core in a 93 Sunbird?
you have to disconnect the hoses first that are on the firewall it is best to go at it from under the car. Then after you have...
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What is the torque setting for the head bolts on a 94 Pontiac Sunbird?
number 8 reverse torque
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Why wont your windows work in your convertible?
many possable reasons, 1. motors dead 2. relay malfunctioning 3. wiring problems 4. window fuse/circut breaker 5. window...
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1992 Sunbird where are the 3 realys for the AC?
top right left or right corner under the hood
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How do you line up timing belt?
Honestly, if you need to ask, you need to make sure this is a project you can tackle. Typically, there will be 'marks' on the...
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Why would the tail light fuse blow when you turn on the park lights on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
If it's anything like my 92 Sunbird, (and they do have the same inherent problems), they are leaky cars (water wise) and it's...
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What steps do you take to replace the radiator in a 1991 Sunbird?
call birdman
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How do you take off a gear shifter nob on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
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How do you replace the ignition switch on a 94 Pontiac Sunbird?
i had to replace the ignition switch on my 94 sunbird 2 weeks ago...mine has no airbag, and hopefully for this repair yours...
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My third brake light comes on with my parking lights?
Short in wires or wired incorrectly.
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Where is the cps on a 94 Sunbird?
first of all i think you mean the TPS. its located on the throttle plate assy. follow the hose from the air cleaner up to the...
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How do you replace the front turn signal bulb located on a 1989 Pontiac Sunbird?
On some cars the bulbs screw in from the rear and you have to take the light assy off to get to it.
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Why would a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird turn signals not work when the car is first started but after the car warms up about 15 minutes they do?
Sounds like there may be a shorting wire, perhaps in the morning after rain or dew, as soon as the engine warms up, it dries it...
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How do the wires go on the coil?
you'll need to check on the coil pack. The 4 (assuming you have a 4 cyl) outputs are numberd 1, 2, 3 and 4. The #1 would go to...
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Where can you get a diagram that shows how to replace the 2 linkage cables for a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird 5 speed?
try autozone.com current vehicle choose car repair info vehicle repair guides you may be able to find it in there
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How do you replace a heater core on a 1990 Sunbird LE?
look on previous page one has been answered. Answer from haynes repair manual all basically the same 1982-1994. hope that helps
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What is the head bolt torque and tightening pattern for an 1989 Pontiac Sunbird 4 cylinder?
This is the order for the bolts. I do not know the torque. Assuming that the graph is a top view of the head...
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How do you remove and replace the head on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
the head has ten bolts and you half to take them off first you hafto take the timeing belt off and then the water and oil. take...
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If after two hours in traffic your 1994 Pontiac Sunbird begins to smoke and green liquid comes out the bottom after you park is it safe to drive?
I agree!!! NO Take it to a garage!!! If the smoke is white or has a kind of sweet smell to it the it's a problem with...
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Front headlights for 91 sunbird do not turn on highbeams turn on?
your low beams have to be replaced it seems,,,,,open hood and take out the low beam lights by turning the plugs and pulling out...
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Where is the oil filter located on a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird LE?
Pull off the right front tire (passenger side) and you will see it.
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What is the firing order for a 1989 Pontiac Sunbird?
1 3 4 2 http://autorepair.about.com/od/enginefiringorders1/
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On a 1992 Sunbird with a new battery and alternator why would the battery not stay charged?
Make sure the battery cable connectors are clean and tight, bad connections can keep the alternator from charging the...
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Why would a buzzer in your Sunbird ring for 5 min then stop?
I also have a Sunbird, and the only buzzer that comes to mind is the defroster buzzer. It sounds when it's done defrosting your...
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How do you replace the head gasket located on a 1986 Pontiac Sunbird?
Hey Brad==This is an involved procedure. Get a manual on your car from the parts store and it will have pictures and everything....
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What type of fuse do you need for the signal lights in a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird SE?
I don't know if this makes any sense or not but my owners manual says it is a Fuse TURN B/U 20 amp. This is for the turn signal...
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Where is the thermostat located on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird 4 cylinder?
follow the hose from the radiator top to the radiator fill cap....undo the cap and you will see the thermostat sitting right...
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How do you replace the shift knob on a 1994 Pontiac Sunbird?
if it is a manual it should just screw off I believe that there is a tiny indented allen (hex) screw around the front lower...
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Changed the spark plugs and wires still misses whats wrong?
Check to see if the gap on the spark plugs is correct ( sometimes they arent really preset correctly). Also check the plug wires...
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Where can you find an illustration showing where the water pump is on a 1990 Pontiac Sunbird?
If it's like my '91 model its behind the timing belt cover. If you look between the alternator pulley and the timing belt cover...
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How do you remove the rotor of a 1991 Sunbird?
The wheel comes off first then the caliper then the rotor just slips off. GoodluckJoe
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What are the timing marks for a Chevy Cavalier 2.2L?
the top gear has a hole in it it must be aligned with the dot on the lower gear there are metal tabs on the tentioner to help...
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How do you change the wiper motor in a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird 4cyl?
It's at the top of your firewall right in the middle. Disconect your plug to it 1st. Disconect the two arms that control the...
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Is there an ignition timing setting for 1994 Pontiac Sunbird 6 cylinder engines or is it all controlled by a computer?
I wondered the same thing on my 1992 4 cylinder.. if there was any form of sensor besides just the computer telling spark plug...
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How do you replace a crankshaft positioning sensor on a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird?
haha! its a pain in the a#%! you need really small hands for one,i m trying to do the same on my 91 3.1L, this is what i was told...
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How do you change a ball joint on a 2000 KIA?
2000 kia what.
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The turn signals on a '91 Pontiac Sunbird are not working the fuse and the bulbs are new what is wrong?
Either the flasher or the turn signal switch is bad.
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How do you remove the transaxle from a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
Hey David==This is an involved procedure requiring many spedial fixtures and tools. If you want to tackle it get a shop manual...
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How do you manually raise the convertible roof on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
It is very difficult to manually raise the roof. The top system is hydrolic. I once asked if I can convert it to a manual roof...
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Where does the thermostat go on a 91pontiac sunbird?
The thermostat is going to be located in the raditor. Use extreme caution when taking the raditor cap off to advoid burns from...
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How do you replace the timing belt on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0?
When doing something this complicated I suggest you get a shop manual on your car from Auto Zone for about $18 and it will tell...
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Your 1988 sunbird gets hot after idleing for a while but cools off when you start moving you don't think the cooling fan is working could this be the problem and where would you begin on that problem?
I have a 88 sunbird non-turbo auto. and it runs good but when i have been driving for say half hour or so and i come to a stop it...
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How do you replace the ignition module of a Pontiac Sunbird?
Undo the two Phillips screws (the lower one is difficult to get) on the distributor cap and remove the cap. Pull the distributor...
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Can diagnostic codes be read by cycling the ignition a few times and counting the number of flashes on the dash gauge in a 92 Sunbird GT?
Hey {ete==The easiest way is to go to auto zone and have them read the codes free, You can ground the diagnostic wire and count...
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What is the connection between door locks and no power in the battery in a Pontiac Sunbird?
Try cleaning the battery cables. I just brought my 1992 Sunbird LE in for a similar problem. Turns out there was a short in the...
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Where is the turn signal blinker in a 1991 Pontiac sunbird?
Look on or around the fuse panel under the dash on the drivers side! It is round!
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How to replace front motor mount on 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Motor Mount I assume you are talking about the top front mount. Simply slide a floor jack with a 2x3 under the oil plan....
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Where is the 4-way flasher fuse on a 93 Sunbird 4-door?
The fuse is in the fuse pannel
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If a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird signals do not work can you hook them up to a toggle switch and which wires would you use?
look under the dash and remove the round brass or silver flasher it will say flasher on it and your turn signals should work with...
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What might cause a popping sound from the right front of your car?
Various possibilities, may be a loose caliper or pad. Maybe in the suspension. Ball joints, Radius arm bushings, control arm...
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What does the LE mean on a Sunbird?
it usually means Limited Edition Yes, on Sunbirds it did mean Limited Edition because all LE's are 4 cyl. My SE is the Special...
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How do you install a timing belt in a 1989 Pontaic Sunbird?
Removal: Remove the engine coolant jug from side ( 3-4 screws ). Get it out of the way. Leave the hose connected. Remove the...
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What is wrong when a 92 Pontiac sunbird Se stalls out and is now leaking antifreeze?
Blown head gasket. Try and see if you can identify where the antifeeze is coming from. Start off by checking all your hoses....
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How do you open the hood on a 1984 Pontiac J-2000 Sunbird turbo when the cable is broken?
IS JUST THE HANDLE OF THE CABLE BROKE OFF UNDER THE DASH? IF SO USE A PAIR OF PLIARS TO PULL THE CABLE TO POP THE HOOD.
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In a 91 Pontiac Sunbird LE why does the fuse keeps burning up when windshield washer switch is turned on?
You probably have a bad washer motor and its drawing too much amperage and it is blowing the fuse or you have a short in the wire...
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How do you replace the water pump on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird SE V6?
remove belt pump is accessable remove bolts make sure coolant is drained first replace
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You need a diagram on how to install a head gasket set on a 1992 Sunbird?
go to autozone.com current vehicle upper left. choose car repair info vehicle repair guides engine&engine overhaul cylinder head.
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Where is the fuel pump on a 1991 Pontiac Sunbird LE?
Most fuel pumps now are inside the fuel tank. Call any parts store and they should be able to tell you if it is inside the tank...
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Why would a Pontiac Sunbird only blow cold air when the heater is on and the temperature gauge run super hot but the car does not overheat?
It sounds to me like the heater core is out. Have you noticed the floor wet recently? that's a sure sign of heater core issues....
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Where is the head gasket located on a 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0L?
Between the head and the engine block. This is a BIG job and I sugest taking it to the garage.
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How to replace a clutch on a 1993 Pontiac Sunbird?
autozone.com current vehicle upper left choose car repair info vehicle repair guides hope u find it from there
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Why would the dome and interior lights not turn off in a 1990 Sunbird?
There are several things that can cause it. One of the door switches may be misadjusted, the headlight switch adjusted so the...
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Why does the speedometer quit when the check engine light comes on?
I once had the same problem in my 89 Sunbird turbo. The computer "ECM" went bad and the speedo stopped working. I would see what...
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Why do the wipers not return to starting position when they are turned off?
Typical to most wiper motors, the mechanism that causes the wipers to operate includes a contact that keeps the motor running...
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