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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002MONTE CARLO V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - IGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K
Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
IGNITION CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the 14-way electrical connector from the ignition control module (ICM).
3. Disconnect the spark plug wires from the coil assemblies. Before removing the wires, note the position of the wires.
4. Remove the ignition coil screws (1).
5. Remove the ignition coils (2) from the ICM (3).
6. Remove the ignition control module (3) from the bracket.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the ignition control module to the bracket.
2. Install the ignition coils (2) to the ignition control module (3).
NOTE: Refer to fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the ignition coil screws (1).
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).
4. Connect the spark plug wires.
5. Connect the 14-way electrical connector to the module.
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 2.1 N.m (19 lb in).
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the 14-way electrical connector from the ignition control module (ICM).
3. Disconnect the spark plug wires from the coil assemblies. Before removing the wires, note the position of the wires.
4. Remove the ignition coil screws (1).
5. Remove the ignition coils (2) from the ICM (3).
6. Remove the ignition control module (3) from the bracket.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the ignition control module to the bracket.
2. Install the ignition coils (2) to the ignition control module (3).
NOTE: Refer to fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the ignition coil screws (1).
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).
4. Connect the spark plug wires.
5. Connect the 14-way electrical connector to the module.
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 2.1 N.m (19 lb in).
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.