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Section 00
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
ATTENTION
Before performing any service operation or other procedure described in the VY AWD Wagon Service
Information, reference to this Section should be made for correct workshop practices with regard to safety
and/or property damage.
1 General Information ...............................................................................................................................3
2 Error and Suggestion Reporting...........................................................................................................4
3 Definition of WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE Statements ...............................................................5
3.1 WARNING Defined................................................................................................................................................. 5
3.2 CAUTION Defined .................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.3 NOTE Defined......................................................................................................................................................... 7
4 Safety and Service Guidelines..............................................................................................................8
4.1 ABS Handling......................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.2 Brake Dust.............................................................................................................................................................. 9
4.3 Brake Fluid ........................................................................................................................................................... 10
4.4 Clutch Dust........................................................................................................................................................... 11
4.5 Engine Cooling..................................................................................................................................................... 12
4.6 Fuel and Evaporation Pipe.................................................................................................................................. 13
4.7 Fuel Pipe Fitting................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.8 Fuel Storage......................................................................................................................................................... 15
4.9 Petrol / Petrol Vapours........................................................................................................................................ 16
4.10 Fuel Injector Lower O-ring Removal .................................................................................................................. 17
4.11 Moving Parts and Hot Surfaces.......................................................................................................................... 18
4.12 Fuel Pressure....................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.13 Relieving Fuel Pressure ...................................................................................................................................... 20
4.14 Road-testing......................................................................................................................................................... 21
4.15 Safety Glasses and Compressed Air ................................................................................................................. 22
4.16 Safety Glasses and Fuel...................................................................................................................................... 23
4.17 Seatbelt Replacement.......................................................................................................................................... 24
4.18 Servicing and Replacing Seatbelts .................................................................................................................... 25
4.19 Shop Towel Fuel Leak ......................................................................................................................................... 26
4.20 Occupant Protection System.............................................................................................................................. 27
4.21 OPS Inflatable Restraint Module Disposal......................................................................................................... 28
4.22 OPS / SRS Special Tools..................................................................................................................................... 29
4.23 Vehicle Towing..................................................................................................................................................... 30
4.24 Vehicle Lifting ...................................................................................................................................................... 31
4.25 Window Removal................................................................................................................................................. 32
4.26 Window Retention................................................................................................................................................ 33
4.27 Work Bay Test...................................................................................................................................................... 34
4.28 Fasteners.............................................................................................................................................................. 35
4.29 Handling ESD Sensitive Parts............................................................................................................................. 36
4.30 Electronic Control Modules ................................................................................................................................ 37
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5 Battery Disconnection Procedures ....................................................................................................38
5.1 Before Battery Disconnection............................................................................................................................. 38
5.2 Before Servicing Electrical Components........................................................................................................... 39
5.3 Systems Affected by Battery Disconnection..................................................................................................... 40
5.4 Instruments .......................................................................................................................................................... 41
After Battery Reconnection................................................................................................................................. 41
5.5 Body Control Module........................................................................................................................................... 42
5.6 Entertainment System......................................................................................................................................... 43
5.7 Telematics ............................................................................................................................................................ 44
Before Battery Disconnection............................................................................................................................. 44
After Battery Reconnection................................................................................................................................. 44
5.8 Navigation System............................................................................................................................................... 45
Before Battery Disconnection............................................................................................................................. 45
After Battery Reconnection................................................................................................................................. 45
5.9 Sunroof................................................................................................................................................................. 46
After Battery Reconnection................................................................................................................................. 46
5.10 Memory Seats....................................................................................................................................................... 47
After Battery Reconnection................................................................................................................................. 47
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1 General Information
To minimise the risk of death, injury and/or property damage, carefully adhere to the instructions in this Section.
The HOLDEN LTD Service Information is intended for use by professional, qualified, factory-trained technicians.
Attempting repairs or service without the appropriat e training, tools and equipment may cause injury to you or others. It
could also cause damage to the vehicle or cause the vehicle to operate improperly.
Proper vehicle service and repair ar e important to the safety of the service technician and to the reliab le operation of all
motor vehicles. If you need to replace a part, use the same part number or an equivalent part. Do not use a replacement
part of lesser quality.
The service procedures recommended and described in this Service Information are effective methods of performing
service and repair. Some of the procedures require the use of tools design ed for specific purposes.
Any person who intends to use a replaceme nt part, service procedure, or tool not recommended by HOLDEN LTD, must
first establish that it will not jeopardise personal safety or operation of the vehicle.
This Service Information contains various W ARNING, CAUT ION, and NOTE statements that you must observe carefully
to reduce the risk of death or injury during service, repair procedures or vehicle operatio n. Incorrect service or repair
procedures may damage the vehicle or cause operational faults. WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE statements are not
exhaustive. HOLDEN LTD can not possibly warn of all the potentially hazardous consequences of failure to follow these
instructions.
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2 Error and Suggestion Reporting
If you find an error in any HOLDEN LTD Service Information or if you have a suggestion regarding HOLDEN LTD Service
Information, we want to hear from you.
Forward a fax to the HOLDEN LTD Service Department on 03 9647 – 2525.
When faxing, please supply the following information:
• your name,
• your dealership' s name and dealer code number,
• your dealership' s phone number,
• the model year and the vehicle type,
• the Service Information part number or CD–ROM version number,
• the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on which work is being performed, and
• the Service Information Section and page number(s).
HOLDEN LTD service personnel will respond to your concerns in the follo wing ways:
• by delivering your concern to the service information's author ,
• by eliciting a response from the author, then
• by supplying you with an answer to your concerns.
For hard copy Service Information, please supply a marked-up copy of the Service Information in question.
For Electronic Service Information (CD–ROM), please provide an y applicable identification numbers pertaining to the
electronic information in question.
The HOLDEN LTD Service Department contact fax number does not provide technical assistance. For technical
assistance, contact your technical assistance source in the usual manner.
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3 Definition of WARNING,
CAUTION, and NOTE Statements
Diagnosis and repair proce dures in HOLDEN LTD Service Information contain both general and specific WARNING,
CAUTION, and NOTE statements. HOLDEN LTD is dedicated to the presentation of servi ce information that helps the
technician to diagnose a nd repair the systems necessary for proper operation of the vehicle. Certain procedures ma y
present a hazard to the technician if they are not followed in the recommended manner. WARNING, CAUTION, and
NOTE statements are designed to help prevent these hazards from occurring, but not all hazards can b e foresee n.
WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE statements are placed at strategic locations within the Service Information and are
designed to help prevent:
• death or injury to the technician or others,
• damage to the vehicle,
• unnecessary vehicle repairs,
• unnecessary component repl acement, and/or
• incorrect repair or replacement of vehicle components.
3.1 WARNING Defined
A WARNING statement immediately precedes an operating procedure or maintenance practice which, if not correctly
followed, could result in death or injury.
A WARNING statement alerts you to take a necessary action or not to take a prohibited action. If a WARNING statement
is ignored, the following consequ ences may occur:
• death or injury to the technician or other personnel working on the vehicle,
• death or injury to other people in or near the workplace area, and/or
• death or injury to the driver and/or passenger(s) of the vehicle or other people, if the vehicle has been im properly
repaired.
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3.2 CAUTION Defined
A CAUTION statement immediately precedes an operating procedure or mainte nance practice which, if not correctly
followed, could result in damage to or destruction of equipment, or corruption of data.
A CAUTION statement directs special attention to a necessary action or a proh ibite d actio n. If a CAUTION statement is
ignored, the following consequences may occur:
• damage to the vehicle,
• unnecessary vehicle repairs,
• unnecessary component replacement,
• faulty operation or performan ce of the system or component being repaired,
• damage to any system or components which depend on the proper operation of the system or component being
repaired,
• faulty operation or performance of any systems or components which depend on the proper operation or
performance of the system or component un der repair,
• damage to fasteners, basic tools or special tools and/or
• leakage of coolant, lubricant or other vital fluids.
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3.3 NOTE Defined
A NOTE statement immediately precedes or follows an operating proc edure, maintenance practice or condition that
requires highlighting.
A NOTE statement also emphasises a necessary characteristic or characteristics of a diagnostic or repair procedure. A
NOTE statement is designed to:
• clarify a procedure,
• present additional information for accomplishing a procedure,
• give insight into the reason or reasons for pe r forming a procedure in the recommended manner,
• present information that helps to accomplish a procedure in a more effective manner, and/or
• present information that gives the technician the benefit of past experience in accomplis hing a procedure with
greater ease.
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4 Safety and Service Guidelines
4.1 ABS Handling
Certain components in the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ar e not inte nded to be serviced individually. Attempting to
remove or disconnect certain s ystem components ma y result in personal injury and/or improp er system operation. Only
those components with approved remov al and installation proce dures should be serviced.
Whenever any component that forms part of the ABS is disturbed during Service Operations, it is vital that the complete
ABS system is checked, using the procedure as detailed in Section 5B, 4.4 ABS & ABS/TCS Functional Check in the
MY 2003 VY Series and V2 Series Service Information.
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4.2 Brake Dust
When servicing wheel brak e parts:
• Do not grind brake linings.
• Do not sand brake linings.
• Do not clean wheel brake parts with a dry brush or with compresse d air.
Although HOLDEN LTD incorporates brake parts that are not asbestos-based in their material composition, after-market
brake parts may contain asbestos fibres which can become airborne in dust. Use a water-dampened clo th to remove any
dust on brake parts. Alternatively, use commercially available equipment to wash the parts. These wet methods help
prevent fibres from becoming airborne.
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4.3 Brake Fluid
Brake fluid may be irritating to the skin or eyes. In case of contact, take the following actions immediately:
• Eye contact – rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
• Skin contact – wash skin with soap and water.
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4.4 Clutch Dust
Although HOLDEN LTD incorporates clutch parts that are not asbestos-based in their material composition, after-market
clutch parts may contain asbestos fibres, which can become airborne in dust. Use a water-dampened clot h to remove
any dust on clutch parts. Alternativel y, use commercially available equipment to wash the parts. These wet methods h elp
prevent fibres from becoming airborne.
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4.5 Engine Cooling
Always wear protective safety glasses when working with spring-type hose clamps.
Do not remove the radiator/surge tank cap while the en gine coolant is above 50°C (122°F).
Electric engine cooling fans in the engine compartment can start up even when the engine is not runn ing. Keep hands,
clothing and tools a way from any un der-hood electric fans.
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4.6 Fuel and Evaporation Pipe
To reduce the risk of fire, observe the following guidelines:
• Replace all damaged nylon fuel pipes. Damage to the nylon pipes may result in a fuel leak. Do not attempt to
replace only the damaged se ction or sections of nylon fuel pipes.
• Do not hammer directly on the fuel harness body clips when installing new fuel pipes.
• Always cover nylon vapour pip es with a wet towel before using a torch near them. Also, never expos e the vehicle to
temperatures higher than 115°C (239°F) for more than o ne hour or more than 90°C (194°F) for any extended
period.
• Apply a few drops of clean engin e oil to the male pipe ends before connecting fuel pipe fittings. This ensures
proper connection and prevents a possible fuel leak. During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female
connector swell and may pr event proper reconnection if not l ubricated.
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4.7 Fuel Pipe Fitting
Always apply a few drops of clean e ng ine oil to the male pipe ends before connecting fuel pipe fittings.
This ensures proper reconn ection and prevents possible fuel leaks.
During normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector swell and may prevent reconnection if not
lubricated.
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4.8 Fuel Storage
Do not drain fuel into an open container. Nev er store fuel in an open co ntainer due to its highly flammable nature.
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4.9 Petrol / Petrol Vapours
Petrol or petrol vapours are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store
petrol in an open container. Always ensure that a dry chemical (Class B) fire exting uisher is nearby when servicing fuel
systems.
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4.10 Fuel Injector Lower O-ring Removal
Verify that the lower (small) O-ring of each injector does not remain in the intake manifold.
If the O-ring is not removed with the injector, the replacement injector with new O-rings will not seat properly in the
injector socket. Improper seating could cause a fuel leak, with the risk of fire.
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4.11 Moving Parts and Hot Surfaces
While working around a ru nning engine, avoid contact with moving parts and hot surfaces.
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4.12 Fuel Pressure
Do not allow the fuel pressure to exceed the value as specified in Section 8A1, 3. Specifications in the MY 2003
VY Series and V2 Series Service Information , as damage to the fuel pressure regulator or the fuel pressure test gauge
may result.
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4.13 Relieving Fuel Pressure
Relieve the fuel system pressure before servicing fuel system components. Refer to the following sections in the
MY 2003 VY Series and V2 Series Service Information for further deta ils:
• Section 6C1-3, 3.1 Fuel Pump Rela y for V6 Engi ne.
• Section 6C2-3, 3.1 Fuel Pump Rela y for V6 Supercharged Engine.
• Section 6C3-3, 3.7 Fuel Pressure Re lief Procedure for GEN III V8 Engine.
After relieving the fuel system pressure, a small am ount of fuel may be released when servicing the fuel lines or
connections. To reduce the risk of death or injury, cover the regulator and fuel line fittings with a shop towel before
disconnecting. This will catch any fuel that may leak or spray out. Place the towel in an approved container when the
disconnection is complete.
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4.14 Road-testing
Road-test a vehicle under normal driving conditions and obey all traffic laws. Do not attempt any manoeuvres that may
endanger you or other roa d users.
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4.15 Safety Glasses and Compressed Air
Wear safety glasses when using compressed air to help prevent e ye injury.
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4.16 Safety Glasses and Fuel
Always wear safety g lasses when working with fuel to help protect the eyes from fuel splash.
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4.17 Seatbelt Replacement
Replace seatbelts, retractors and hard ware in use dur ing all but a minor collision. Restraint systems should be re placed
and anchorages proper ly repaired if they were in areas damaged by collision, whether the seatbelt was in use or not. If
there is any doubt, replace the seatbelt system. Damage, whether visible or not, could result in the restraint not
functioning correctly in an accident.
If a seatbelt pretensioner is deployed, the seatbelt pretensioner assembl y together with the seat adjuster and guide rail
assembly must be replaced.
If disposing of an undeployed seatbelt buckle and pretensioner assembly, refer to the disabling procedure in
Section 12M, 2.2 System Disabling and Enabling Proced ure in the MY 2003 VY Series and V2 Series Service
Information.
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4.18 Servicing and Replacing Seatbelts
To prevent possible seatb elt d amag e, refer to the following items when servicing or replacing seatbelts.
Seatbelts must be serviced as follows:
All seatbelts must be replaced as a set to ensure that the seatbelt components are from the same supplier.
• All attachment hardware must be replace d, not reused.
• Keep sharp edges and damaging objects away from seatbelts.
• Avoid bending or damaging a ny portion of the seatbelt buckle or latch plate.
• Do not bleach or dye seatbelt or strap webbing. Clean with a mild soap solution a nd water.
• When installing lap or shoul de r seatbelt anchor bolts, start the bolts by hand to ensure that the bolts are threaded
correctly.
• Do not attempt repairs on seatbelt retractor mechanisms. Replace defect ive assemblies with ne w service
replacement parts.
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4.19 Shop Towel Fuel Leak
Wrap a shop towel around the fuel pressure connection. The to wel will abs orb an y fuel leaked during the connection of
the fuel pressure gauge. Place the towel in an approved container when the connection of the fuel pressure gaug e is
completed.
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4.20 Occupant Protection System
This vehicle is equipped with an Occupant Protection System (OPS) incorporating a Su pplemental Restraint System
(SRS).
An OPS consists of:
• seatbelt pretensioners and a driver's airbag,
• seatbelt pretensioners, and driver's and front passenger's airbags, or
• seatbelt pretensioners, driver's and front passenger's airbags, and left and right-hand side front airbags.
Refer to Section 12M, 2.1 Safety Precautions in the MY 2003 VY Series and V2 Series S ervice Information before
performing any service operation on, or around any OPS components, the steering mechanism or wiring.
Failure to follow these SAFETY PRECAUTIONS could cause unwanted airbag d eployment or otherwise unne eded OPS
repairs, or could result in the OPS not functioning correctly when requ ired.
To help avoid accidental airbag deployment, whenever you service a vehicle that requires repair of the OPS and an other
vehicle system, we recommend that you firs t repair the OPS, then go on to the other system.
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4.21 OPS Inflatable Restraint Module
Disposal
To prevent accidental deployment of the airbag, do not dispose of an undepl oyed inflatable restraint module as normal
shop waste. The undeployed inflatable restraint module cont ains substances that could cause personal injury if the
stored container is damaged during disposal.
For information regarding airb ag and/or pretensioner scrappi ng procedures refer to Section 12M, 2.1 Safety Precautions
in the MY 2003 VY Series and V2 Series Service Information.
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4.22 OPS / SRS Special Tools
To avoid deployi ng the airbag when troubleshooting the OPS s ystem, use only the equipment specifi ed in this Service
Information and the instructions given in this Service Information. Failure to use the specified eq uipment as instructed
could cause airbag deployment or unnecessary OPS system repairs, or could result in the OPS not functioning correctly
when required.
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4.23 Vehicle Towing
Vehicles with automatic transmissions must not be towed with either front or rear wheels off the ground, or for more than
55 kilometres or at over 55km/h unless both front and rear propeller shafts are removed. If towing of the vehicle is not
possible in accordance to these requirements, the vehicle must be transported on a vehicle transporter.
All the recommendations stated in Chapt er 10 Tow and Load of the AWD Wagon Owner's Handbook should be followed.
In particular, the information provided under the heading of Towing Your Vehicle must be compli ed with.
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4.24 Vehicle Lifting
If the vehicle is to be elevated using a two-post hoist, ensure the hoist pads are located as specified in
Section 0A, 1.1 Hoist Pad Locations in this Service Information.
If the vehicle is to be elevated using a four-p ost hoist, ensure the park brake is on. Any hoist mechanisms designed to
prevent the vehicle rolling off the hoist when elevated, must be activated and functioning correctly whenever the hoist is
used.
All hoist operating instructions, lifting limitations, maintenance procedures and maintenance intervals should be strictly
adhered to.
CAUTION
If air pressure in the level ride system is lost
during service procedures on a MY 2004 AWD
Wagon Vehicle with production option FX3
(Level ride suspension), do not lower the
vehicle until system pressure has been
restored, as damage will most likely result.
Charge the system as detailed in Section 4A,
3.2 Initial Air Charge – Level Ride Suspension
in MY 2004 WK Series Service Information .
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4.25 Window Removal
When working with any type of glass, use approve d safety glasses and gloves.
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4.26 Window Retention
When replacing stationary windows, the urethane adhesive specif ied in this Service Information (or a urethane adhesive
system meeting HOLDEN LTD specifications), must be used to maintain original installation inte grity. Failure to use the
correct urethane adhesive may result in poor retention of the window.
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4.27 Work Bay Test
One or more of the following guidelines may apply when performing specific required tests in the work bay:
1 When servicing a vehicle fitted with an ABS/TCS system or a Limited Slip Differential (LSD) rear axle, do not
operate the engine with the transmission in gear and one rear wheel raised. If the ABS/TCS system is operational
or the vehicle is equipped with LSD, with the vehicle in this situation, the driving force will be transmitted to the
wheel on the ground and cause the vehicle to move.
2 When servicing an AWD vehicle fitted with an Automatic Brake Distribution (ABD) system, do not operate the
engine with the transmission in gear and any wheel raised. If the ABD system is operational with the vehicle i n this
situation, the driving force will be transmitted to all wheels on the ground and caus e the vehicle to move.
3 When a test requires spinning the drive wheels with the vehicle jack ed up, adhere to the following precautions:
• On an AWD vehicle fitted with an Automatic Brake Distribution (ABD) system, all wheels must be elevated.
• Do not exceed 56 km/h when spinning on e drive wheel with the other drive wheel stopped. This limit is
necessary because the s peedometer indicates only one-half the actual vehicle spe ed under these conditions.
• If all of the drive wheels are spinning at the same speed, do not exceed 11 2 km/h.
• All people should stay clear of rotating components and balance weight areas to avoid possible inj ury.
• When operating an en gine in the workshop for an extended time, do not overheat the engine or transmission.
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4.28 Fasteners
Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the corre ct part numbers for that specific
application. Fasteners requiri ng replacement or fasteners requirin g the use of thread locking compound or sealant are
identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants or corrosion inhib itors on fasteners or fastener joint
surfaces unless specified. T hese coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener.
Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners to avoid damage to parts and systems.
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4.29 Handling ESD Sensitive Parts
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage many solid-state electrical components. Not all components susceptib le to
damage from ESD are labelled with the ESD symbol. Exercise caution when handling all solid-state ele c trical
components.
Avoid damaging solid-state electrical components by taking the following precauti ons:
1 Discharge personal electricity by touching a metal ground point after each of the following activities:
• sliding across the vehicle seat,
• sitting or rising, or
• walking.
2 Do not touch the exposed elec tric terminals on a component with your finger or a tool. The connector you are
checking may be tied into a circuit that is susceptible to damage by ESD.
3 Do not allow a screwdriver or a similar tool to contact exposed terminals when disconnecting a connecto r.
4 Do not remove the protective packing of the solid-state component until you are ready to install the solid- s tate
component.
5 Unless specified in a particular diagnostic procedure, avoid the following activities:
• bridging connectors or component terminals,
• grounding components or con nectors, or
• using test equipment probes on components or connectors.
6 When a diagnosis requires the use of test equipment probes, connect the ground lead first.
7 Touch the solid-state component's package to a ground before opening.
8 Do not lay the solid-state component in any of the following locations:
• on a metal workbench, or
• on top of an electrically oper ated appliance or piece of equipment, such as a TV, radio or oscilloscope.
9 Do not drop the solid-state component.
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4.30 Electronic Control Modules
Do not touch the connector pins or soldered compo nents on the circuit board of any control module as it may cause
electrostatic discharge damage to the module.
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5 Battery Disconnection
Procedures
5.1 Before Battery Disconnection
Always turn the ignition to the OFF position before connecting or disconnecting battery cables, battery chargers or
jumper cables. Failing to do so may damage the Po wertrain Control Module (PCM) or other electronic components.
CAUTION
When performing any service procedure on
the vehicle that involves disconnecting the
battery cables or any procedure that may
cause the battery voltage to fall below
12 volts, the telematics module Service Mode
must be enabled. Refer to Section 12K,
F1: Operating Mode – Service Mode in the
MY 2003 VY and V2 Series Service Information.
If the telematics module Service Mode is not
enabled a ‘Battery Removal Alert’ is
transmitted to the Holden Assist Centre
whenever the battery is disconnected, or a
‘Low Battery Voltage Alert’ when the battery
voltage is low.
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5.2 Before Servicing Electrical Components
Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads
must be off unless instructed otherwise in this Service Information.
If a tool or item of equipment could come in contact with a live or an exposed electrical terminal, disconnect the
NEGATIVE battery cable. Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery before the positive cable.
Failure to follow these precautions may cause injury. Damage to the vehicle and/or serv ice equipment may also occur.
Refer to the following for further information on specific vehicle systems af fected by battery disconnection.
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5.3 Systems Affected by Battery
Disconnection
Service technicians should be aware that certain vehicle s ystems will be affected by battery disconnection. Where
applicable, specific procedures must be carried out before battery disconnection to avoid unnecessary complications,
time wastage and customer dissatisfaction.
Vehicle systems affected by battery disconnection are:
• instruments,
• body control module,
• entertainment system,
• telematics,
• navigation system, and
• sunroof.
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5.4 Instruments
If the battery is disconnected, the instrument dimmer level is set to a 35% illumin ation default and the following
accumulative values will be reset:
• Trip Time
• Trip Distance
• Fuel Used
• Average Fuel
• Average Speed
• Stop Watch
After Battery Reconnection
HOLDEN LTD recommends that the customer be informed that the above settings have changed to a factory default
setting as a result of service work performed on the vehicle. Customers sho uld a lso be reminded that they may restore
the instrumentation illumination setting to th eir desired level by adjusting the illumination control at the headlamp switch.
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5.5 Body Control Module
If the battery is disconnected, the following BCM-controlled oper ating parameters require resetting:
• Instrument dimmer level, refer to 5.4 Instruments in this Section;
• Antenna height, refer to 5.6 Entertainm ent System in this Section; or
• Rear lamp failure warning syst em, refer to Section 12J, 1.20 Rear Lamp Failure System in the MY 2003 VY Series
and V2 Series Service Information.
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5.6 Entertainment System
If the battery is disconnected:
• The audio system PIN code remains stored and does not have to be entered into the system when the battery is
reconnected.
• Priority station settings remain stored.
• The antenna height memory setting defaults to 5 seconds of upward mast travel which raises the antenna
approximately 60 cm.
NOTE
If the BCM is removed and replaced with another
BCM, the audio system PIN code has to be
re-entered into the audio s ystem .
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5.7 Telematics
Before Battery Disconnection
The telematics system must be placed into Service Mode. Refer to Section 12K, F1 Opera ting Mode – Service Mode in
the MY 2003 VY Series and V2 Series Service Information.
After Battery Reconnection
The telematics system must be placed into Active Mode. Refer to Section 12K, F1 Operating Mode – Active Mode in the
MY 2003 VY Series and V2 Series Service Information.
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5.8 Navigation System
Before Battery Disconnection
Before removing battery power from the vehicle, the satell ite navigation system must be shut down correctly. Thirty
seconds is required to allow the satellite n avigation computer to store the vehicle’s current location. When the satellite
navigation system is shut down correctly, the eject button on the satellite navigation c omputer is not illuminated.
After Battery Reconnection
If the battery has been disconnected within thirty seconds after turning off the ignition, the satellite navigation computer
will store the vehicle’s previous position and not its current position. This causes a pr olonged period of satellite
navigation calibration when the system is reactivated and may cause customer dissatisf action. Ensure the satellite
navigation system is calibrated to its current location before returning the vehicle to the customer.
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5.9 Sunroof
If the battery is disconnected, sunroof memory settings are lost.
After Battery Reconnection
To restore operation of the sunroof system, the start and end poi nts of the sunro of travel will have to be reinstated into
the sunroof memory. Refer to Section 1F1, 2.4 Calibrating The Sunr oof Control Unit in the MY 2003 VY Series and
V2 Series Service Information.
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5.10 Memory Seats
If the battery is disconnected, power seats will require rec ali brating on vehicles fitted with a driver’s 8-way memory seat.
After Battery Reconnection
To restore operation of the front seats, the start and end points of the seat movements will have to be reinstated into the
front seat memory. Refer to Section 1A7 Seat Assemblies in this Service Information.