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Posted by Support Staff on 26th Apr 2017

1972 - 2002 Pontiac Firebird (VIN Decoder) How to decode the VIN tag.

How to decode the VIN tag on 1972-2002 Pontiac Firebird (VIN Decoder) 1972-80 FIREBIRD VIN First Digit Division: 1=General Motors Second Digit Series: S=Base Model W=Trans Am T=Espirit U=F …

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Posted by Support Staff on 25th Apr 2017

How to decode Pontiac VIN number on 1981-1990 Pontiac Fiero and Firebird.

The Pontiac Fiero's VIN number is located on the upper Dash in the lower driver's side. I can be viewed through the windshield. …

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Posted by Support Staff on 24th Apr 2017

How to Bleeding the Brake System on Camaro and Firebird - ABS Brakes with WITH Traction Control

How to Bleeding the Brake System on Camaro and Firebird - ABS Brakes with WITH Traction Control Notice: Use only DOT 3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. Do not use any fluid from a conta …

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Posted by Support Staff on 21st Apr 2017

How to read 1996-98 Camaro and Firebird OBD-II Engine Codes

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Posted by Support Staff on 20th Apr 2017

How does a core deposit work when purchasing auto parts

What is a Core? A Core is an old part that can be rebuilt or remanufactured. Here’s how the Core Deposit works: When you purchase a part, an additional Core deposit is paid at the time of pur …

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Posted by Support Staff on 19th Apr 2017

How to read the Pontiac Fiero Number Plate

The body number plate is located in the front compartment attached to the front tie bar behind either the left or right headlight.  The body number plate provides manufacture build information s …

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Posted by Support Staff on 18th Apr 2017

How to bleed the ABS Brake System. ABS Brakes WITHOUT Traction Control.

Notice: Use only DOT 3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. Do not use any fluid from a container which is wet with water. Do not use DOT 5 silicone brake fluid. Improper brake fluid, mineral …

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Posted by Support Staff on 18th Apr 2017

How to Replace the Headlight Actuator Module on 1993-2002 Pontiac Firebird

REMOVAL PROCEDURE CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices. (1) Disconnect the negative battery cable. (2) Disconnect the headlamp door opening actuator control module e …

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Posted by Support Staff on 17th Apr 2017

What are the compnents of the 1982-92 Pontiac Firebird Headlight Assembly

1982-92 Pontiac Firebird Headlight Assembly Diagram …

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Posted by Support Staff on 17th Apr 2017

How to perform a Voltage drop test

This test checks for voltage being lost along a wire, or through a connection or switch. (see diagram below) Connect the positive lead of a Digital Voltmeter (DVM) to the end of the wire (or to one s …

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Posted by Support Staff on 17th Apr 2017

How to test your Camaro, Firebird, Fiero, 12 volt Battery

There are several ways to test the Battery.In the real world, most Home mechanics don't have all the tools that are ideal for doing testing. For all practical purposes if the Battery has been sitting …

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Posted by Support Staff on 11th Apr 2017

How to decode the 1970-2002 Camaro VIN

1970-71 CAMARO VINVehicle Identification Number Example: 123871L500001 Third Digit Engine: 3 for 6 cylinder, 4 for V8 Sixth Digit Year: 0=1970, 1=1971 Seventh Digit Production Plant: N=Norwood,Ohio, …

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Posted by Support Staff on 8th Apr 2017

Where to find the Pontiac Fiero VIN on the Transaxle

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Posted by Support Staff on 7th Apr 2017

How heavy is the Fiero? Pontiac Fiero Specifications

General dimensions Overall lenght GT and SE Models 165.8 inches all others 160.7 inches Overall width 68.9 inches Overall height 46.9 inches Wheelbase 93.4 inches Fiero VIN: The Vehi …

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Posted by Support Staff on 6th Apr 2017

What are the Fluid Capacities of the 1967-1981 Pontiac Firebird

Maintaining your classic Pontiac Firebird starts with using the correct fluid levels. Below are the factory-spec fluid capacities for the first and second-generation Firebirds (1967–1981). 196 …

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Posted by Support Staff on 5th Apr 2017

How to Replace 1993-2002 Camaro Tail Light and/or Bulb

Things Needed: Flat-head screwdriver, Replacement bulb 2057 (or 2057LL) if replacing bulbs, Gloves (recommended) Note: Using too hot of a bulb will warp the Tail Light Lens. Be sure to use the correc …

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Posted by Support Staff on 3rd Apr 2017

Basic electrical Tests and knowledge Tips

Don't skip these simple tests when diagnosing modern vehicle electrical and drive-ability problems. Computer controlled vehicle need a good steady supply of voltage and current to work p …

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Posted by Support Staff on 3rd Apr 2017

1984-86 Pontiac Fiero Headlight Repair

1984-1986 Pontiac Fiero used a Torque Switch in the Headlight Actuator and external Relays to switch off and on the Actuator power circuit. Here's how it works: The headlight door motors reverse dir …

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