Section 598 (Engine Mechanical - 3.8L (On-Vehicle))
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Mechanical
- Symptoms - Engine Mechanical
- Base Engine Misfire without Internal Engine Noises
- Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Internal Lower Engine Noises
- Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Valve Train Noise
- Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption
- Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption
- Engine Noise on Start-Up, But Only Lasting a Few Seconds
- Upper Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
- Lower Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
- Engine Noise Under Load
- Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate
- Engine Compression Test
- Cylinder Leakage Test
- Oil Consumption Diagnosis
- Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing
- Oil Leak Diagnosis
- Crankcase Ventilation System Inspection/Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Chirping Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Squeal Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Whine Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Rumbling Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Vibration Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Falls Off Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Excessive Wear Diagnosis
- Drive Belt Tensioner Diagnosis
- Repair Instructions
- Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L36)
- Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (L67)
- Drive Belt Replacement (L36)
- Drive Belt Replacement (L67)
- Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement (L36)
- Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement (L67)
- Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - Upper
- Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - Lower
- Drive Belt Idler Pulley Bracket Replacement
- Engine Mount Inspection
- Engine Support Fixture
- Engine Mount and Bracket Replacement
- Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right
- Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left
- Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Upper Radiator Support
- Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Left
- Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Right Upper (L36)
- Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Right Lower
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Replacement (L36)
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Replacement (L67)
- Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement
- Supercharger Oil Level Inspection
- Supercharger Replacement
- Intake Manifold Replacement - Upper
- Intake Manifold Replacement - Lower (L36)
- Intake Manifold Replacement - Lower (L67)
- Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left
- Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right
- Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement
- Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring Replacement
- Valve Lifter Replacement
- Crankshaft Balancer Replacement
- Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement
- Engine Front Cover Replacement
- Oil Pump Cover and Gear Set Replacement
- Oil Filter Adapter and Bypass Valve Assembly Replacement
- Timing Chain and Sprockets Replacement (L36)
- Timing Chain and Sprockets Replacement (L67)
- Cylinder Head Replacement - Left
- Cylinder Head Replacement - Right
- Oil Pan Replacement
- Engine Oil Pressure Sensor and/or Switch Replacement
- Engine Oil Level Sensor and/or Switch Replacement
- Oil Pump Pipe and Screen Assembly Replacement
- Connecting Rod Bearing Replacement
- Engine Flywheel Replacement
- Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement
- Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal and Housing Replacement
- Engine Replacement
- Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
- Rotating the Engine for Service Access
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment