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Pontiac Sunbird

The Pontiac Sunbird was a subcompact, four-passenger car produced from 1975 to 1994 by General Motors’ Pontiac division. This model was offered in notchback coupe, station wagon, sedan, hatchback and convertible body styles.

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How do you install a convertible top for a 1989 Corvette?

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Yes, I agree it is an art. On the earlier models 1973 and older, it's not quite as hard, as they do not have a headliner. I've installed one on my '68 and had no problems, but it was an entire week-end project. Get in touch with either a Corvette specialist shop, or a good upholstery shop can usually do it as well. That process is more of an art and takes a bit of experience to do it right. If possible, take it to a specialist, especially for something as nice as a Vette.

How do you fix speedometer in 91 sunbird?

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Most times the speed sensor on the transmission has went bad and a new one can be had from your local parts store for about 35 dollars and takes only minutes to change. On the W250 it is on the drivers side of the transfer case.

'2000 gmc jimmy no floor heat but has defrost and vent heat'?

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my 1998 gmc jimmy has no floor heat but i have defrost and ven heat

What fuse controls the radio?

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It varies from car to car. For example a 1998 Ford Crown Victoria will have it in a different location from a 1998 Chevrolet Impala, or even the same car of another year. So, we need to know the year, make, and model of the car. Also, if it is an add-on radio, the fuse may be an in-line fuse, that is, in a special holder made into a wire somewhere behind the radio itself. Additionally, there are usually 2 fuses to any radio. One provides radio power when you turn it on, and the other provides power all the time, even when the key is off, so the radio can retain information stored in it's memory such as radio station presets, clock, and even the last setting you had it on when you turned it off, like volume, and station it was set to. If the car has the original factory radio instaled, you should look into your owner's manual to see which fuses are listed for the radio. If you don't have your owner's manual, call the dealer. They can look it up for you.

How do you release a hood latch with a broken cable on a 1988 Sunbird?

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If you can still see the wire, use pliers and pull, it should release the hood.

How do you change the starter on a 1989 Pontiac Sunbird with a 2.0 L engine?

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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 starter on that one you had to take the front axle off and drop the starter out from the bottom because of the frame and cross over bars. Not sure if 89 would be exactly the same.

My daughter had one of those front drive cars. Rather than spend a lot of time on my back, I removed the head to get at it from above. I took the head in for service and wound up with a better car.

apparently the first person has no idea about the 89 turbos, the starter is under the multi port intake under the right side near the firewall, not a good take off bolt, replace job. I TOO would like to know from the gurus out here, do you take the passenger side wheel and axel off to get to the starter? Engine only has 52K Miles. Do not wish to remove anything i do not have to. Thanks!

1990 sunbird firing order?

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1,3,4,2

Can having the VIN be the key to the ignition?

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the VIN is a long alphanumeric sequence that is stamped into the engine compartment either on an inner wing or the bulkhead. it will also be in one of the front footwells under the carpet and probably on a metal tag inside the windshield. The manufacturer should use that to determine what the original key was

How do you adjust the idle on a fuel injected 89 Pontiac Sunbird?

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If your engine is ideling fast its probably temperature senser. There is no adjustment for idle.

that last answer is not entirely true. u can adjust the idle. but it depends on if its a throttle body unit that looks like a carburetor or a smaller unit. on a TBI unit, there is a screw u can adjust but the only way to adjust it is with the right tool. its not a Philips screw or straight blade. but if its idling high or fast it might be the idle air control valve. the one went out on my 1985 sunbird and caused it to idle funny.

Will 1994 cavalier 2.2 fit in 1994 sunbird 2.0?

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They are the same car....for the most part. There may be some differences in engine mount style or location. If you have the 2.0 to pull parts from it would help. The biggest problem I could see would be the ECM. I'm not sure if the wiring is the same or not. At the very least you would need the PROM from the Cavalier.

Valve adjustment for 1994 Pontiac Sunbird 2.0 liter?

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If this is the (S.O.C) single overhead cam, there is no adjustments.

The cam is worn, or there is a stuck valve, or broken valve spring.

Hope this helps, GOOD LUCK!

Where is the oil pressure sender unit located on a 91 Pontiac Sunbird?

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The oil pressure switch in located just above and to the left of the oil filter. It fits into the same housing as the oil filter and is parallel with the rear of the engine block, just look from underneath the car in front of the inner right CV joint and you should see it (or at least track down the wire leading to it). I know this because I just changed mine recently. You'll need to remove the inner right CV joint to gain the best access to change out the switch. All you have to do is remove the wheel, the brake caliper, and un-do the ball joint from the control arm. Next just tap out the inner CV joint from the transmission buy using a big screw driver on the groove of the joint to drive it out with a hammer. Be mindful of the transmission seal! Pull the CV axle out of the way buy removing the control arm from the strut, then move the whole assembly clear of the trans. The way I replaced my switch is by removing it with a pair of vise grips, I didn't worry about damaging the old one anyway. Just intall the new switch carefully with channel-lock pliers and a bit of sealer on the threads. Don't forget the washer that goes on the switch, and tighten the whole thing down snug and every thing else is reverse of removal.

Where is the heater core on a 94 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2.0 and how do you replace it?

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AnswerIt's kinda hard to explain but it runs from the radiator and goes in under the dash. It's kinda of difficult to change 'cause you'll have to tear out the dash to replace it. If you know what you're doing though you'll be good. I just had to put a new one in on my '92 sunbird.

I have replaced mine and its under the dash in the center. You'll have to remove several panels to get to it. Be careful with the attached hoses. They are preformed and not available in original configuration. The replacement hoses are way thicker and harder to deal with. Also the hose ends that come from the core are plastic so you cant wrench a hose clamp down on them. The originals are ribbed to just pop on and are tight fitting which the replacements are not. I went to the hardware store and bought some small copper tubing and cut short pieces to fit between and inside of the hose attach points so I could get a pair of skinny hose clamps on them. The heater core is very small and easily damaged. Good luck!( 94 pont sunbird LE 2,0)

Why would a '94 Sunbird randomly have trouble starting after driving over 500 miles without any problems There is no sound or clicking of the starter when ignition key is turned?

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It could be one of many potential problems included but not limited to: A faulty park indicator lockout, faulty starter, faulty wiring or connector or a security system that has failed.

What is the firing order and distributor rotation for a 1987 Pontiac sunbird 2.0L?

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1 - 3 - 4 - 2

The distributor rotation is COUNTERCLOCKWISE

The marked # 1 position on the distributor cap faces TOWARDS the engine

( thank you Chilton )

Where is the ignition module located on a 1994 Pontiac sunbird le?

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under the intake manifold. Only way to it is on the back side of motor. You will need a long/thin 10m.m. socket to get it off.

What does the LE mean on a Sunbird?

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it usually means Limited Edition

AnswerYes, on Sunbirds it did mean Limited Edition because all LE's are 4 cyl. My SE is the Special Edition and sports a 3.1L V6.

i have to say that's not all true couse my 3.1l v6 is a LE

How difficult is it to replace a starter On a 91 Sunbird?

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If it is a 4 cylinder then you need to approach it from the rear of engine and from underneath as it is located just below the intake manifold. It is diffcult t oreach and if you are unexperinced you in for a hell of a time.I just paud to have it done as it really is best to do off a car hoist.It is also in the center of the engine making it even harder without a hoist.

Answeryep took me three days of cussing and curseing, but i finally got it :)