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by Paintjar
Sun May 11, 2025 1:43 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: '95 SSEi, what is the best code reader?
Replies: 6
Views: 10662

Re: '95 SSEi, what is the best code reader?

I ran into the same problem with a 1.5 reader. There are no adapters 16 t0 12.
by Paintjar
Sun May 11, 2025 1:40 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: 1995 Bonn SE code reader 16 pins
Replies: 3
Views: 3634

Re: 1995 Bonn SE code reader 16 pins

There are plenty 12 to 16 but no 16 to 12. I bought a reader that says ODB 1.5, which is perfect for my 95 but the car connecter is 16 pins and this device is 12. Why did GM make this so hard. I guess they force you to use dealer with a T-1 machine. Thanks for the reply.
by Paintjar
Sat May 10, 2025 7:26 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: where to get an OBD 1 reader
Replies: 7
Views: 7569

Re: where to get an OBD 1 reader

Paperclip is for 12 pins. What about a clip for 16 pins in a 95 bonn se
by Paintjar
Sat May 10, 2025 7:20 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: '95 SSEi, what is the best code reader?
Replies: 6
Views: 10662

Re: '95 SSEi, what is the best code reader?

I was drawn into a 1.5 reader but it will not work with 16 pins. I guess i need the adapter. Good info here Thanks guys. Nothing with the link. Is gone.
by Paintjar
Sat May 10, 2025 7:15 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: 1995 Bonn SE code reader 16 pins
Replies: 3
Views: 3634

1995 Bonn SE code reader 16 pins

Keeping my dad's 95 se Bonniville. Replaced things that go bad and recently did a job on struts, brakes, tie rods, and alignment. It started running really rough and smelled like gas or bad smell. Finaly got the check engine light. Wasted money on code reader only to find out it has a 16-pin ...
by Paintjar
Wed Mar 12, 2025 1:17 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Oil leak, low oil pressure
Replies: 7
Views: 6606

Re: Oil leak, low oil pressure

I had a similar problem, and it would not go away until i installed a OE Pontiac sending unit.
by Paintjar
Fri Jan 10, 2025 2:45 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Gear ratio to replace CV
Replies: 7
Views: 3344

Re: Gear ratio to replace CV

Got it. FW2 Can get the right parts now. So, I am hoping this will help with the struts making noises.
by Paintjar
Fri Jan 10, 2025 2:32 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Gear ratio to replace CV
Replies: 7
Views: 3344

Re: Gear ratio to replace CV

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by Paintjar
Fri Jan 10, 2025 10:42 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Gear ratio to replace CV
Replies: 7
Views: 3344

Gear ratio to replace CV

Hello out there. I have been trying to figure out this rubbing sound when I turn left. It changes with the steering of the car and brakes. I have been told and looked for signs of the struts. Still a puzzle until recently. While driving at a certain rpm there is a growling like u-joints use to make ...
by Paintjar
Thu Aug 25, 2022 5:17 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Power Steering Pump TFE or EVO
Replies: 0
Views: 6344

Power Steering Pump TFE or EVO

Replacing the power steering pump on my 95 Bonn. NAPA has one but no place to connect electric connector. The repair manual says that the regular and TFE (Two flow electronic system) are not interchangeable. They had nothing that had a place to connect wires. How do I find out which pump I have. The ...
by Paintjar
Tue Aug 23, 2022 9:47 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Harmonic blanacer replacement
Replies: 6
Views: 1767

Re: Harmonic blanacer replacement

Hi, I was reading your post trying to figure out where a knocking rattling sound is coming from on my 95 3800 Bonn. It doesn't change when I vary RPMs. What does the sound make coming from the balancer? Sometimes it effects the starting. Thanks for any advice on where to look for a problem.
by Paintjar
Sun May 26, 2019 2:49 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Rear seat seat belt rubber band
Replies: 2
Views: 1805

Re: Rear seat seat belt rubber band

I see how it would hold it up. Thanks
by Paintjar
Tue May 21, 2019 6:25 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Rear seat seat belt rubber band
Replies: 2
Views: 1805

Rear seat seat belt rubber band

Installing a audio system on my 95 Bonn. Pulled the back seats out to gain access to trunk. When I was reinstalling the back I noticed these two plastic clips, with a rubber band attached. on either side near the top. They were folded inside and I never noticed them before. It looks like the ...
by Paintjar
Wed May 08, 2019 6:42 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Fuel pump prime
Replies: 4
Views: 1698

Re: Fuel pump prime

Someone told me vapor lock would cause this. Don't know how that occurs. Never did this before. The ruff idle was the ignition control under the coils. Replaced. All is well. Thanks
by Paintjar
Wed May 08, 2019 6:30 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: 95 Bonneville front end noises
Replies: 3
Views: 1271

Re: 95 Bonneville front end noises

Hey, thanks for the attention. I jacked her up and found the torsion bar on both ends where worn out. The play in the short piece connecting the bar to the wheel had rubbers that were worn out. The wheel had no play. Very solid and no noise when turning the wheel. It appears the wheel bearings are ...
by Paintjar
Tue May 07, 2019 10:55 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: 95 Bonneville front end noises
Replies: 3
Views: 1271

95 Bonneville front end noises

For awhile my right front end would growl as I turned to the left going down the road. Now it makes a popping sound on a left turn going over bumps. Where should I look for something loose or broken? Would it be the trans axle or the strut? I am going to jack it up and see what happens when I jar ...
by Paintjar
Tue Mar 26, 2019 9:38 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Fuel pump prime
Replies: 4
Views: 1698

Fuel pump prime

From what I have read about concerning fuel pressure, this is new. Car died while driving. Coasted to a stop on the side of the road. would crank but acted like she wanted to start but no go. Had her towed home. Started to take steps. Was it getting fuel? Disconnected return line, turned the key ...
by Paintjar
Fri Jun 29, 2018 6:05 pm
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Evaporator removal 95 se
Replies: 3
Views: 1392

Re: Evaporator removal 95 se

Success! Got the evaporator out without going inside. The ONE screw they put at the bottom was an easy work around. Its a squre plastic insert with wings to hold it then screw from inside. Well I just clipped the wings off and wallah cover came off. I see no need for this screw. I can put a new ...
by Paintjar
Fri Jun 29, 2018 8:39 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Evaporator removal 95 se
Replies: 3
Views: 1392

Re: Evaporator removal 95 se

After further checking I have found that most GM compressors require 150. I best check with A/C expert on this or damage could result with wrong viscosity.
This info was from https://www.aa1car.com/library/pagoil.htm
by Paintjar
Fri Jun 29, 2018 7:14 am
Forum: 1992-1999
Topic: Evaporator removal 95 se
Replies: 3
Views: 1392

Re: Evaporator removal 95 se

After checking the service manual I found that the a/c system requires about 8 oz oil. If replacing the major components it says add so many oz to the system. That answers my question about dumping out the liquid (about 3 oz) in the accumulator. I was wondering if I can put oil directly back in ...