0B – 12IGENERAL INFORMATION
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
OWNER INSPECTIONS AND SERVICES
WHLE OPERATING THE VEHICLE
Horn Operation
Blow the horn occasionally tomake sure it works. Check
all the button locations.
Brake System Operation
Be alert for abnormal sounds, increased brake pedal trav-
el or repeated pulling to one side when braking. Also, if the
brake warning light goes on, or flashes, something may be
wrong with part of the brake system.
Exhaust System Operation
Be alert to any changes in the sound of the system or the
smell of the fumes. These are signs that the system may
be leaking or overheating. Have the system inspected and
repaired immediately.
Tires,Wheels and Alignment Operation
Be alert to any vibration of the steering wheel or the seats
at normal highway speeds. This may mean a wheel needs
to be balanced. Also, a pull right or left on a straight, level
road may show the need for a tire pressure adjustment or
a wheel alignment.
Steering System Operation
Be alert to changes in the steering action. An inspection
is needed when the steering wheel is hard to turn or has
too much free play, or if unusual sounds are noticed when
turning or parking.
Headlight Aim
Take note of the light pattern occasionally. Adjust the
headlights if the beams seem improperly aimed.
AT EACH FUEL FILL
A fluid loss in any (except windshield washer) system may
indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and re-
paired immediately.
Engine Oil Level
Check the oil level and add oil if necessary. The best time
to check the engine oil level is when the oil is warm.
1. After stopping the engine, wait a few minutes for
the oil to drain back to the oil pan.
2. Pull out the oil level indicator (dip stick).
3. Wipe it clean, and push the oil level indicator back
down all the way.
4. Pull out the oil level indicator and look at the oil lev-
el on it.
5. Add oil, if needed, to keep the oil level above the
MIN line and within the area labeled ”Operating
Range.” Avoid overfilling the engine, since this may
cause engine damage.
6. Push the indicator all the way back down into the
engine after taking the reading.If you check the oil level when the oil is cold, do not run the
engine first. The cold oil will not drain back to the pan fast
enough to give a true oil level reading.
Engine Coolant Level and Condition
Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir tank and
add coolant if necessary. Inspect the coolant. Replace
dirty or rusty coolant.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check the washer fluid level in the reservoir. Add fluid if
necessary.
AT LEAST MONTHLY
Tire And Wheel Inspection and Pressure
Check
Check the tires for abnormal wear or damage. Also check
for damaged wheels. Check the tire pressure when the
tires are cold (check the spare also, unless it is a stow-
away). Maintain the recommended pressures that are on
the tire placard that is in the glove box.
Light Operation
Check the operation of the license plate light, the head-
lights (including the high beams), the parking lights, the
fog lights, the taillight, the brake lights, the turn signals, the
backup lights and the hazard warning flasher.
Fluid Leak Check
Periodically inspect the surface beneath the vehicle for
water, oil, fuel or other fluids, after the vehicle has been
parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioning
system after use is normal. If you notice fuel leaks or
fumes, find the cause and correct it at once.
AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR
Power Steering System Reservoir Level
Check the power steering fluid level. Keep the power
steering fluid at the proper level. Refer to Section 6A, Pow-
er Steering System.
Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir Level
Check the fluid and keep it at the proper level. A low fluid
level can indicate worn disc brake pads which may need
to be serviced. Check the breather hole in the reservoir
cover to be free from dirt and check for an open passage.
Clutch Pedal Free Travel
Check clutch pedal free travel and adjust as necessary.
Measure the distance from the center of the clutch pedal
to the outer edge of the steering wheel with the clutch ped-
al not depressed. Then measure the distance from the
center of the clutch pedal to the outer edge of the steering
wheel with the clutch pedal fully depressed. The difference
between the two values must be greater than 130 mm
(5.19 inches).
Weather–Strip Lubrication
Apply a thin film silicone grease using a clean cloth.
GENERAL INFORMATION 0B – 13
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
EACH TIME THE OIL IS CHANGED
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Refer to fluid level service procedure of Section 5A, ZF
4HP16 Automatic Transaxle.
Manual Transaxle
Check the fluid level and add fluid as required. Refer to
Section 5B, Five–Speed Manual Transaxle.
Brake System Inspection
This inspection should be done when the wheels are re-
moved for rotation. Inspect the lines and the hoses for
proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. In-
spect the disc brake pads for wear. Inspect the rotors for
surface condition. Also inspect the drum brake linings for
wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including the
drums, the wheels cylinders, the parking brake, etc., at the
same time. Check the parking brake adjustment. Inspect
the brakes more often if habit or conditions result in fre-
quent braking.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot And Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and the steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear
or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and
the hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chaf-
ing, etc. Clean and inspect the drive axle boot and seals
for damage, tears or leakage. Replace the seals if neces-
sary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete system (including the catalytic con-
verter if equipped). Inspect the body near the exhaust sys-
tem. Look for broken, damaged, missing, or out–of–posi-
tion parts as well as open seams, holes, loose
connections, or other conditions which could cause heat
buildup in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes seep
into the trunk or passenger compartment.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
damaged, or missing parts. Lubricate all linkage joints and
throttle cable joints, the intermediate throttle shaft bearing,
the return spring at throttle valve assembly, and the accel-
erator pedal sliding face with suitable grease. Check the
throttle cable for free movements.
Engine Drive Belts
Inspect all belts for cracks, fraying, wear and proper ten-
sion. Adjust or replace the belts as needed.
Hood Latch Operation
When opening the hood, note the operation of the secon-
dary latch. It should keep the hood from opening all the
way when the primary latch is released. The hood must
close firmly.
AT LEAST ANNUALLY
Lap and Shoulder Belts Condition and
Operation
Inspect the belt system including: the webbing, the
buckles, the latch plates, the retractor, the guide loops and
the anchors.
Movable Head Restraint Operation
On vehicles with movable head restraints, the restraints
must stay in the desired position.
Spare Tire and Jack Storage
Be alert to rattles in the rear of the vehicle. The spare tire,
all the jacking equipment, and the tools must be securely
stowed at all times. Oil the jack ratchet or the screw mech-
anism after each use.
Key Lock Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinder.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all the body door hinges including the hood, the
fuel door, the rear compartment hinges and the latches,
the glove box and the console doors, and any folding seat
hardware.
Transaxle Neutral Switch Operation on
Automatic Transaxle
CAUTION : Take the following precautions because
the vehicle could move without warning and possibly
cause personal injury or property damage:
S Firmly apply the parking brake and the regular
brakes.
S Do not use the accelerator pedal.
S Be ready to promptly turn off the ignition if the ve-
hicle starts.
On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in
each gear. The starter should crank only in P (Park) or N
(Neutral).
Parking Brake and Transaxle P (Park)
Mechanism Operation
CAUTION : In order to reduce the risk of personal in-
jury or property damage, be prepared to apply the reg-
ular brakes promptly if the vehicle begins to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill with enough room for movement
in the downhill direction. To check the parking brake, with
the engine running and the transaxle in N (Neutral), slowly
remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal (until
only the parking brake is holding the vehicle).
To check the automatic transaxle P (Park) mechanism’s
holding ability, release all brakes after shifting the trans-
axle to P (Park).
Underbody Flushing
Flushing the underbody will remove any corrosive materi-
als used for ice and snow removal and dust control. At
least every spring clean the underbody. First, loosen the
sediment packed in closed areas of the vehicle. Then flush
the underbody with plain water.
1E – 10IENGINE ELECTRICAL
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
GENRATOR OUTPUT TEST
1. Perform the generator system test. Refer to ”Gen-
erator System Check”in this section.
2. Replace the generator if it fails that test. Refer to
”Generator” in the On–Vehicle Service portion of
this section. If it passes the test, perform the on–
vehicle output check which follows.
Important : Always check the generator for output before
assuming that a grounded ”L” terminal circuit has dam-
aged the regulator.
3. Attach a digital multimeter, an ammeter, and a car-
bon pile load to the vehicle.
Important : Be sure the vehicle battery is fully charged,
and the carbon pile load is turned off.
4. With the ignition switch in the OFF position, check
and record the battery voltage.
5. Remove the harness connector from the generator.
6. Turn the ignition to RUN with the engine not run-
ning. Use a digital multimeter to check for voltage in
the harness connector ”L” terminal.
7. The reading should be near the specified battery
voltage of 12 volts. If the voltage is too low, check
the indicator L" terminal circuits for open and
grounded circuits causing voltage loss. Correct any
open wires, terminal connections, etc., as neces-
sary. Refer to”Charging System” in this section.
8. Attach the generator harness connector.
9. Run the engine at a moderate idle, and measure
the voltage across the battery terminals. The read-
ing should be above that recorded in step 14, but
less than 16 volts. If the reading is over 16 volts or
below the previous reading, replace the generator.
Refer to”Generator” in the On–Vehicle Service sec-
tion.
10. Run the engine at a moderate idle, and measure
the generator amperage output.
11. Turn on the carbon pile, and adjust it to obtain the
maximum amps while maintaining the battery volt-
age above 13 volts.
12. If the reading is within 15 amps of the generator’s
rating noted on the generator, the generator is
good. If not, replace the generator. Refer to”Gener-
ator” in the On–Vehicle Service section.
13. With the generator operating at the maximum out-
put, measure the voltage between the generator
housing and the battery negative terminal. The volt-
age drop should be 0.5 volt or less. If the voltage
drop is more than 0.5 volt, check the ground path
from the generator housing to the negative battery
cable.
14. Check, clean, tighten, and recheck all of the ground
connections.
GENERATOR SYSTEM CHECK
When operating normally, the generator indicator lamp will
come on when the ignition is in RUN position and go out
when the engine starts. If the lamp operates abnormally
or if an undercharged or overcharged battery condition oc-
curs, the following procedure may be used to diagnose the
charging system. Remember that an undercharged bat-
tery is often caused by accessories being left on overnight
or by a defective switch that allows a lamp, such as a trunk
or a glove box lamp, to stay on.
Diagnose the generator with the following procedure:
1. Visually check the belt and the wiring.
2. With the ignition in the ON position and the engine
stopped, the charge indicator lamp should be on. If
not, detach the harness at the generator and
ground the ”L” terminal in the harness with a 5–am-
pere jumper lead.
S If the lamp lights, replace the generator. Refer to
”Generator” in the On–Vehicle Service section.
S If the lamp does not light, locate the open circuit
between the ignition switch and the harness
connector. The indicator lamp bulb may be
burned out.
3. With the ignition switch in the ON position and the
engine running at moderate speed, the charge indi-
cator lamp should be off. If not, detach the wiring
harness at the generator.
S If the lamp goes off, replace the generator. Re-
fer to ”Generator” in the On–Vehicle Service
section.
S If the lamp stays on, check for a short to ground
in the harness between the connector and the
indicator lamp.
Important : Always check the generator for output before
assuming that a grounded ”L” terminal circuit has dam-
aged the regulator. Refer to”Generator” in the Unit Repair
section.
POSITION OF CONNECTORS AND GROUNDSW2–3
2) CONNECTOR INFORMATION
Connector
Number
Te r m i n a l
NumberColorConnecting Wiring
HarnessConnector Position
C10121 PinWhiteBody Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C10211 P i nWhiteBody Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C10310 PinWhiteEngine Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C10424 PinWhiteFront Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C1054 PinWhiteBody Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C10620 PinWhiteEngine Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C1072 PinWhiteABS Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C10824 PinBlackBody EngineLeft Engine Fuse Block
C1094 PinWhiteEngine FrontUnder Engine Fuse Block
C11012 PinWhiteABS BodyBelow Engine Fuse Block
C 1112 PinBlackABS FrontBelow Engine Fuse Block
C1122 PinBlackFront – HornCenter Cross Member Panel
C11316 PinBlackBody FrontBehind ECM Bracket
C20176 PinBlackI.P I.P Fuse BlockI.P Fuse Block
C20289 PinWhiteI.P BodyLeft CO–Driver Leg Room
C2048 PinWhiteRoof Body (W/O Rain Sensor)Left CO–Driver Leg Room
C20414 PinWhiteRoof Body(W/ Rain Sensor)Left CO–Driver Leg Room
C20622 PinWhiteI.P TCMUpper Driver Leg Room
C2076 PinWhiteAir Bag I.PUpper Left Driver Leg Room
C20815 PinWhiteI.P FAT CBehind Glove Box
C20920 PinBlackFAT C FAT C . A u xBetween Heater Core and
Evaporator Core
C2106 PinWhiteI.P ConsoleBelow Console Box
C3018 PinWhiteAir Bag BodyFront SDM
C3024 PinBlackRR. ABS BodyCenter Rear Cross Member
C35133 PinGrayBody Front Light DoorUnder CO–Driver A Pillar
C36133 PinGrayBody Front Right DoorUnder Driver A Pillar
C37112 PinWhiteBody Rear Light DoorUnder Left B Pillar
C38112 PinWhiteBody Rear Right DoorUnder Right B Pillar
C401 (N/B)8 PinWhiteTrunk BodyInside Right Trunk Side Cover
C401 (H/B)6 PinWhiteTrunk BodyInside Right Trunk Side Cover
C4026 PinWhiteTrunk LID BodyInside Right Trunk Side Cover
C4036 PinWhiteT/Gate. EXT. – BodyInside Left C Pillar
C4048 PinWhiteT/Gate. EXT. – BodyInside Left C Pillar
C4058 PinWhiteT/Gate. EXT. – T/GateBeside Left Rear Wiper Motor
C4066 PinWhiteT/Gate. EXT. – T/GateBeside Left Rear Wiper Motor
3) GROUND INFORMATION
Ground Number
Wiring HarnessGround Position
G101FrontBehind Left Head Lamp
G102FrontBehind Right Head Lamp
G103BatteryLeft Battery
G104EngineUnder Start Motor
G105BatteryUnder Start Motor
G106ABSBelow EBCM
G107Engine(MR–140/HV–240)Under Start Motor
G201I.PLeft I/P Fuse Block
G202Air BagBehind Left Audio Bracket
G203I.PBehind Left Audio Bracket
G205RoofUpper Driver Leg Room
G301BodyBelow Driver Cross Member Floor Panel
G302BodyBelow Left C Pillar
G303BodyBelow Left CO–Driver Leg Room
G401TrunkCenter Trunk Lower Back Panel
G402T/Gate. EXT.Inside Driver C Pillar
4) SPLICE PACK INFORMATION
Splice Pack Number
ColorWiring HarnessGround Position
S101BlackEngine(MR–140/HV–240)Upper Transmission
S202BlackI.PBehind Cluster
S203RedI.PBehind Audio Mounting
S204MagentaI.PBehind Audio Mounting
S205OrangeTCM (MR–140/HV–240)Upper Driver Leg Room
S301BlueBodyLeft CO–Driver Leg Room
S302BrownBodyLeft CO–Driver Leg Room
5–18WELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS
5) CLUSTER, FUEL PUMP & TCM CIRCUITa. CONNECTOR INFORMATION
CONNECTOR(NO.)
(PIN NO. COLOR)
CONNECTING, WIRING HARNESSCONNECTOR POSITION
C101 (21 Pin, White)Body Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C102 (11 Pin, White)Body Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C106 (20 Pin, White)Engine Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C108 (24 Pin, Black)Body EngineLeft Engine Fuse Block
C110 (12 Pin, White)ABS BodyBelow Engine Fuse Block
C201 (76 Pin, Black)I.P I.P Fuse BlockI.P Fuse Block
C202 (89 Pin, White)I.P BodyLeft CO–Driver Leg Room
C206 (22 Pin, White)I.P TCMUpper Driver Leg Room
C208 (15 Pin, White)I.P FAT CBehind Glove Box
C209 (20 Pin, Black)FAT C FAT C . A u xBetween Heater Core and Evaporator Core
G201I.PLeft I.P Fuse Block
b. CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION SYMBOL & PIN NUMBER POSITION
5–30WELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS
5) CLUSTER, FUEL PUMP & TCM CIRCUITa. CONNECTOR INFORMATION
CONNECTOR(NO.)
(PIN NO. COLOR)
CONNECTING, WIRING HARNESSCONNECTOR POSITION
C102 (11 Pin, White)Body Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C108 (24 Pin, Black)Body EngineLeft Engine Fuse Block
C201 (76 Pin, Black)I.P I.P Fuse BlockI.P Fuse Block
C202 (89 Pin, White)I.P BodyLeft CO–Driver Leg Room
C206 (22 Pin, White)I.P TCMUpper Driver Leg Room
C208 (15 Pin, White)I.P FAT CBehind Glove Box
C209 (20 Pin, Black)FAT C FAT C . A u xBetween Heater Core and Evaporator Core
S101 (Black)Engine (MR–140/HV–240)Upper Transmission
G201I.PLeft I.P Fuse Block
b. CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION SYMBOL & PIN NUMBER POSITION
J3B1P012
5–36WELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS
2) FUEL PUMP, INJECTOR, FUEL CONNECTOR & CMP SENSOR CIRCUITa. CONNECTOR INFORMATION
CONNECTOR(NO.)
(PIN NO. COLOR)
CONNECTING, WIRING HARNESSCONNECTOR POSITION
C101 (21 Pin, White)Body Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C102 (11 Pin, White)Body Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C103 (10 Pin, White)Engine Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C106 (20 Pin, White)Engine Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C108 (24 Pin, Black)Body EngineLeft Engine Fuse Block
C113 (16 Pin, Black)Body FrontBehind ECM Bracket
C201 (76 Pin, Black)I.P I.P Fuse BlockI.P Fuse Block
C202 (89 Pin, White)I.P BodyLeft CO–Driver Leg Room
C208 (15 Pin, White)I.P FAT CBehind Glove Box
C209 (20 Pin, Black)FAT C FAT C . A u xBetween Heater Core and Evaporator Core
G302BodyBelow Left C Pillar
b. CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION SYMBOL & PIN NUMBER POSITION
5–68WELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS
8. FATC (FULL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL)
1) BLOWER MOTOR, INTAKE MOTOR, MODE MOTOR, MAX HIGH RELAY & POWER TR CIRCUIT
a. CONNECTOR INFORMATION
CONNECTOR(NO.)
(PIN NO. COLOR)
CONNECTING, WIRING HARNESSCONNECTOR POSITION
C105 (4 Pin, White)Body Engine Fuse BlockEngine Fuse Block
C201 (76 Pin, Black)I.P I.P Fuse BlockI.P Fuse Block
C202 (89 Pin, White)I.P BodyLeft CO–Driver Leg Room
C208 (15 Pin, White)I.P FAT CBehind Glove Box
C209 (20 Pin, Black)FAT C FAT C . A u xBetween Heater Core and Evaporator Core
G201I.PLeft I.P Fuse Block
G203I.PBehind Left Audio Bracket
b. CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION SYMBOL & PIN NUMBER POSITION
J3B1P027