Cruise Control Module: Service and Repair

1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN GSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the left front bumper fascia lower deflector.
3. Remove the cruise control module cover.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the cruise control module.




5. Disconnect the cruise control cable connector from the brake pipe clip.
6. Disconnect the cruise control cable from the cruise control module.




7. Remove the cruise control module bracket bolts (1 and 2).
8. Remove the cruise control module and bracket from the left side engine compartment inner rail.




9. Remove the cruise control module to bracket bolts.
10. Remove the cruise control module from the bracket.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Connect the cruise control module to the bracket.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the cruise control module to bracket bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the cruise control module to bracket bolts to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).




3. Install the cruise control module and bracket to the left engine compartment inner rail.
4. Install the cruise control module bracket bolts (1, 2).

Tighten
^ Tighten the cruise control module bracket bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
^ Tighten the cruise control module bracket bolt (2) to 2.0 N.m (18 lb in).

5. Connect the cruise control cable to the cruise control module.




6. Connect the cruise control cable clip to the brake pipe clip.
7. Connect the electrical connector to the cruise control module.




8. Install the cruise control module cover.
9. Instal the left front bumper fascia lower deflector.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Adjust the cruise control cable as needed. Refer to Cruise Control Cable Adjustment. Adjustments
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.