1988 Pontiac Sunbird Service and Repair Manual

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1988 Pontiac Sunbird service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • GT Convertible 2-Door
  • SE Wagon 4-Door
  • Base Sedan 4-Door
  • SE Coupe 2-Door
  • SE Sedan 4-Door
  • GT Coupe 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.0L 122Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.0L 122Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1988 Pontiac Sunbird Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #88V12100025/07/1988Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

THERE MAY BE POOR BOND ADHESION BETWEEN WINDSHIELD GLASS AND MOUNTING.

Consequence

WINDSHIELD COULD SEPARATE DURING A 30 MPH FRONTAL BARRIERTEST REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212. SUCH SEPARATIO

Remedy

REINSTALL WINDSHIELD ASSURING PROPER ADHESION.

NHTSA #88V09500014/06/1988Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK

REAR LAMP WIRING HARNESS MAY CONTAIN OPEN OR INTERMITTENT CIRCUITS AFFECTING BACK UP LAMP OR LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPERATION.

Consequence

LAMPS WOULD FLASH OR BE INOPERATIVE; CARS WOULD NOTCOMPLY WITH FMVSS 108.

Remedy

INSTALL NEW WIRING HARNESS.

TSB #613590

INFORMATION REGARDING SNOW INTRUSION INTO REAR DRUM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES. **MR

20001017Component: TIRES

THE TIRE WAS PUT ON AT FIRESTONE IN MAY OF THE SAME YEAR (NEW), AND IT BLEW OUT MY FRONT FENDER AND CAUSED A LOT OF DAMAGE TO MY CAR. I PAYED FOR A NEW TIRE BECAUSE FIRESTONE WOULD NOT TAKE CARE OF T

19970514Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE WIRING IN THE FUEL TANK SHORTED OUT, CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SPARK. ALSO, WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE CUTS OFF WITHOUT NO WARNING. DEALER REFUSES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

19950630Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

POWER STEERING FAILS OCCASIONALLY. *DH

19950628Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

BLOWN ENGINE HEAD GASKET, CAUSING SMOKE TO ENTE RINTO VEHICLE. *AK

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