PCM Connector - Information on New Service Kits
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Date: September, 1998
INFORMATION
Subject:
New Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector Service Kits
Models:
1996-99 All Passenger Cars except Geo and Catera
Two new kits have been released to service the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector If the connector has been damaged during servicing. This PCM has an aluminum body and is usually mounted underhood.
Kit (P/N 12167308) contains the 80 way connector body, the cover, two each of four different terminal retainers and 25 empty cavity plugs. No terminals are included.
If terminals are needed, use P/N 12084913 for 0.35 mm and 0.50 mm wire and P/N 12084912 for 0.80 mm wire. These terminals are included in the terminal repair kit J 38125A or B, and replacements can be ordered from Kent-Moore.
kit (P/N 12167313) contains one connector seal. Whenever the connector is unbolted from the aluminum body of the PCM, the seal can stick to the body, or may be twisted. This seal should be replaced whenever the connector is removed in service.
Parts Information
P/N Description
12167308 Kit, PCM Harness Repair
12167313 Seal Kit, PCM Connector
12084912 Terminal
12084913 Terminal
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.