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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN1996SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSPDT - MAINTENANCE PROGRAM DISCONTINUATION
1996 Saturn SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7
PDT - Maintenance Program Discontinuation
1996 Saturn SC2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7SECTION PDT - Maintenance Program Discontinuation
NO.: 99-I-16
DATE: November, 1999
SUBJECT:
Discontinuation of Portable Diagnostic Tool (PDT) Maintenance Program
TO: Saturn Fixed Operations Managers
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this bulletin is to advise Saturn Retailers that the PDT maintenance program will be discontinued beginning January 1, 2000. The PDT has been phased out as the main Scan tool for performing diagnostics and communication with Saturn vehicles. The Tech 2 is the primary Scan tool to be used on all model year Saturn vehicles. The PDT still operates as a stand alone Scan tool for 1991 to 1998 model year Saturn vehicles. However, once remaining PDT repair parts have been exhausted, inventory will not be replenished.
Billing
As of January 1, 2000, Saturn Retailer open accounts will no longer be charged for PDT maintenance.
Support
As of January 1, 2000, the Saturn Help Desk will no longer be available to accept calls regarding PDT issues.
For Saturn Retailers who desire to maintain a functioning PDT repair parts will be made available from Kent-Moore until the remaining parts inventory is depleted. Kent-Moore can be contacted at 1-800-345-2233.
DATE: November, 1999
SUBJECT:
Discontinuation of Portable Diagnostic Tool (PDT) Maintenance Program
TO: Saturn Fixed Operations Managers
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this bulletin is to advise Saturn Retailers that the PDT maintenance program will be discontinued beginning January 1, 2000. The PDT has been phased out as the main Scan tool for performing diagnostics and communication with Saturn vehicles. The Tech 2 is the primary Scan tool to be used on all model year Saturn vehicles. The PDT still operates as a stand alone Scan tool for 1991 to 1998 model year Saturn vehicles. However, once remaining PDT repair parts have been exhausted, inventory will not be replenished.
Billing
As of January 1, 2000, Saturn Retailer open accounts will no longer be charged for PDT maintenance.
Support
As of January 1, 2000, the Saturn Help Desk will no longer be available to accept calls regarding PDT issues.
For Saturn Retailers who desire to maintain a functioning PDT repair parts will be made available from Kent-Moore until the remaining parts inventory is depleted. Kent-Moore can be contacted at 1-800-345-2233.
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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.