Service and repair manuals for 21 model years of the Pontiac Firebird, 1982 to 2002. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Pontiac published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 5.0L V8 — OHV · 2.8L V6 — OHV · 2.5L I4 — 151 cu in · 2.5L I4 — 151 cu in, OHV · 5.7L V8 — OHV · 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV, turbocharged · 3.1L V6 — OHV · 3.4L V6 — OHV · 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV.
Federal safety record, all years: 53 recalls, 793 owner complaints and 785 technical service bulletins are logged for the Firebird. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Firebird year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +1 | details → |
| 2001 | $29.99 | — | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +1 | select |
| 2000 | $29.99 | — | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | select |
| 1999 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | — | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | select |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 3 | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 2 | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1995 | $29.99 | 3 | 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6; 3.4L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1994 | $29.99 | 3 | 5.7L V8; 3.4L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am GT Convertible 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door +4 | details → |
| 1993 | $29.99 | 3 | 5.7L V8; 3.4L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1992 | $29.99 | 4 | 5.0L V8; 5.7L V8; 3.1L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am GTA Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door +3 | details → |
| 1991 | $29.99 | 5 | 5.0L V8; 5.7L V8; 3.1L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am GTA Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1990 | $29.99 | 4 | 5.0L V8; 5.7L V8; 3.1L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am GTA Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1989 | $29.99 | 4 | 5.0L V8; 5.7L V8; 3.8L V6; 2.8L V6 | Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am GTA Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am GTA SE Coupe 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1988 | $29.99 | 4 | 5.0L V8; 5.7L V8; 2.8L V6 | Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1987 | $29.99 | 3 | 5.0L V8; 5.7L V8; 2.8L V6 | Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1986 | $29.99 | 4 | 5.0L V8; 2.8L V6; 2.5L I4 | Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · S/E Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1985 | $29.99 | 2 | 5.0L V8; 2.8L V6; 2.5L I4 | Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · S/E Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1984 | $29.99 | 4 | 5.0L V8; 2.8L V6; 2.5L I4 | Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · S/E Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1983 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.0L V8; 2.8L V6; 2.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · S/E Coupe 2-Door | details → |
| 1982 | $29.99 | 2 | 5.0L V8; 2.8L V6; 2.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door · S/E Coupe 2-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2002 Firebird manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 268
- Engine Performance 2,419
- Accessories & Equipment 2,081
- General Information 1,934
- Body & Frame 922
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 210
- Brakes 540
- Restraints 541
- Drivelines & Axles 76
- Steering 220
- Electrical 999
- Suspension 165
- Engine Mechanical 624
- Transmission 217
- Radiator Cap Pressure 15
04 / Other yearsOther Firebird years
2001 Pontiac Firebird · $29.99 select →
Engines: 5.7L V8 — OHV; 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV. Trims: Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2001 Firebird. 36 complaints · 161 TSBs.
2000 Pontiac Firebird · $29.99 select →
Engines: 5.7L V8 — OHV; 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV. Trims: Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Formula Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2000 Firebird. 35 complaints · 149 TSBs.
1998 Pontiac Firebird · $29.99 select →
Engines: 5.7L V8 — OHV; 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV. Trims: Formula Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Coupe 2-Door · Trans Am Convertible 2-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · Formula Convertible 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1998 Firebird. 91 complaints · 65 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Firebird manual | $29.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Firebird manual
Which Firebird years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1982 to 2002 — 21 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Pontiac Firebird manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Pontiac published for the Firebird, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Firebird wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Firebird manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Firebird recalls?
53 recalls are on federal record across the 1982–2002 Firebird, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Pontiac dealers.
Why do some Firebird years cost more?
Every Firebird year is $29.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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