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| 2000 gmc K2500 6.5l starter problem | 9/23/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: the starter will not active with key switch. the neutral safety switch has been bypassed and the ...
A: check the security light. Is it on, blinking or on then off? If it stays on longer than bulb check ...
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| fan clutch noise | 8/29/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: Mazda Bongo 1998 truck (Motorhome), diesel 2200lt. Originally when travelling a loud roaring fan ...
A: Just using basic knowledge of fan clutch operations, it does indeed sound as if the fan clutch is on ...
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| electrical problem | 8/29/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 6.2 diesel suburban, brand new alternator, 2 brand new batteries and they will not charge ...
A: What is the rate of charge off the back of alternator? If it is proper 13.5-14.5V then you have a ...
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| IAH probelm 2002 GMC HD2500 | 8/28/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: The 540 DTC showed up again, so I will probably be replacing the Intake Air Heater relay on my 2002 ...
A: I would look at possible causes for the relay burning. A small short to (-). A bad heater element. ...
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| milage/smog check prep | 8/28/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: Good Morning, I have an 02 Sierra 1500 SLT 5.3L with 93k on the Odometer. I have a SMOG Check due ...
A: Before I change plugs, I would change the fuel filter and air filter. A drop that significant in MPG ...
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| Cam Shaft Position Sensor | 8/26/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I own a 2002 GMC Yukon 4.8L. Took the truck to Auto Zone. Diagnostic Testing states faulty CAM shaft ...
A: It is not taht hard, but it is not easy. It is located on REAR of engine, on block deck, in area ...
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| Reverse lights don't work | 8/26/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 1999 Suburban 1500 4x4. My reverse lights are not working. I have changed the bulbs, ...
A: You'll need to check and see if you have power (key on engine off) on the LIGHT GREEN wire at the ...
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| 89 chevy 1500 front axle | 8/26/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: greetings, got a 89 4x4 that wont engage, looked under and noticed passenger side axle sticking out ...
A: I do not have any information on a 1989 unit, but the right axle yube will unbolt from the carrier ...
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| blower not working | 8/25/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 2002 gmc SLE envoy and when we bought the car, the fan controls the heat and a/c blowing ...
A: I would suspect the blower resistor, which is located next to the blower motor, passanger side, ...
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| engine noise 2005 gmc envoy | 8/24/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I am getting an increasing loud noise (whine)from my 2005 GM envoy 4.6 A mechanic suggested to ...
A: It is MOST likely the Belt idler pulley, which is on the drivers side between the Alternator and A/C ...
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| 2004 Chevy Silverado | 8/24/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I actually have 2 questions. The 1st one being how do you reprogram the key fobs on the 2004 models ...
A: 1st.... Important: All transmitters which are to be recognized by the PDM must be programmed in a ...
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| timing/99 gmc ykon | 8/23/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I replaced the enire distibutor ( ear for cap broke off) on my 99 gmc yukon(5.7), how to you set ...
A: There is no bypass. Put the enginer on TDC #1 cylinder compression stroke. Important: Rotate the ...
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| computer reset for 99 gmc sonoma 4.3 vortex | 8/23/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: Need to know how to reset computer due to rotor button breaking replaced button but would idle but ...
A: There is not way to reset PCM. My best advice is to remove dist. Put engine on TDC #1 compression ...
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| GMC Yukon Reverse Issue | 8/23/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: 98 GMC Yukon 5.7L. Was reversing into my driveway (as ? b/4 by someone else), however, was in ...
A: I would HIGHLY suspect the reaction shell. When they go, it is VERY similar to the symptoms you ...
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| 2002 GMC SONOMA PART TIME 4X4 NO REVERSE | 6/23/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: TRANSMISSION 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC. 170,000 MILES JUST GOT IT SO I DON'T KNOW MUCH BACKGROUND EXCEPT WAS ...
A: Sounds like the reaction shell (sun shell) is stripped. It is an easy fixfor any tranny tech. It ...
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| dome light and dash indicator all 4 doors open | 3/1/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: 2001 Chevy Malibu v6 3100 engine Why does dash indicator show all four doors open and dome light ...
A: I would suspect possibaly the BCM (Body Control Module). BEFORE you replace this expensive part, I ...
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| Rear Climate Control | 2/26/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: 2003 Yukon: the rear heating unit is only blowing cold air. Could this be caused by low coolant ...
A: I would more likeley suspect the Mode door for the rear HVAC system. If you could take it to a shop, ...
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| A/C problems | 2/8/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I recently bought a 2001 GMC Z71. Air conditioner worked at all speeds. Heater never blew hot air. ...
A: The blower speed is PROBABALLY the blower resistor. The temperature is PROBABALLY the temp door ...
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| 1998 Jimmy - Heater and ABS ?'s | 2/7/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: 1- Just picked up a 1998 Jimmy that needs a little love. First issue is that the heat seems to be ...
A: As far as scanner, alot now do ABS and PCM. Check autozone, NAPA, etc... it will probabally depend ...
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| 2002 5.3L (L59) FlexFuel Intake Bolt Tightening Seq. | 2/6/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 2002 Tahoe with a 5.3L FlexFuel engine (VIN "Z") with a failing intake gasket. Is the ...
A: Removal process same. here is the torque specs. Install new intake manifold gaskets (1) to the ...
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| 99 gmc sierra | 2/6/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 99 gmc sierra, 5.3 with a loud belt squeal. I changed the serp. belt, but still squelling. ...
A: If you remove the belt and start vehicle is squeel still present? If so, it MAY be the A/C serp belt ...
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| Transmission problem maybe? | 2/3/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 4 Wheek drive. It has 44000 miles on it and has well maintained. I ...
A: If I understand correct, you have NO forward OR reverse? If this is correct, I would HIGHLY suspect ...
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| Tahoe Blower Motor won't stop | 2/3/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chev Tahoe 4wd 5.3 l with climate control. For the second time during cold spells ...
A: I found 2 bulletins for some issues on this vehicle, but neither addresses your concern of the ...
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| 98 Jimmy-Wiper Cowl and Braking | 2/2/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: Purchased a used Jimmy this winter, costs me $300 every other week to fix things. My newest dilemma ...
A: I first would not mess around with the brakes.....take it somewheres and have it PROFESSIONALLY ...
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| Couple Questions about my 2001 Yukon Denali | 1/31/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: First of all... I wish there was a decent search feature on here so that people dont keep on ...
A: First I agreee about the searching, but I would think it would be better suited for an automotive ...
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| 05 Tahoe Blower/Resistor front | 1/24/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have an 05 Tahoe WITHOUT 5 steps on the blower control it has a reostat type blower control, ...
A: I think the parts department may have sold you the wrong part for your vehicle. The bulletin is for ...
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| Battery not charging | 1/23/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have 2003 GMC Envoy XL and keep getting "battery not charging" message in display. Battery is ...
A: I do not see an Aux. battery in this vehicles system or schematics. If it was installed ...
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| 2002 Enovoy heated seat Hot Spot | 1/23/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: My 2002 GMC Envoy has developed a Hot spot on the Drivers seat. Would that be a bad element, and if ...
A: It does sound like a faulty heater element. They are avalible from GM I know for sure. Aftermarket, ...
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| 98 Chev 5.0 L 305 V8 K1500 4x4 automatic | 1/22/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I want to know what effect a change in intake air temperature has upon my truck's PCM. Does ...
A: Here is a breif description of the circuit description: The intake air temperature (IAT) sensor is ...
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| 2001 GMC Jimmy PO300 code | 1/22/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I took my vehicle in because the engine light was on. The repair shop ran diagnostics on it and ...
A: P0300 can be many different items. ANY fuel, ignition, or engine mechanical problems CAN cause a ...
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| camshaft position sensor | 1/21/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I own a 2005 GMC Envoy Xl and my code reader has stated that the camshaft position sensor is faulty. ...
A: The camshaft Position sensor (CMP) Is located on the front of head, directly above the belt. Small ...
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| Duramax Smoking again | 1/19/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have an 03 GMC Sierra with 6.6 Duramax. Injecters were replaced under warranty at 80k miles as ...
A: LB7 engine code I would HIGHLY suspect 1 of the injectors. I have recently run into repalcing ...
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| front end vibration | 1/19/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I own a 2000 GMC Sierra and have been noticing that at about 40 mph I pick up a vibration in the ...
A: I would have the vibration diagnosed by using an EVA (Electronic Vibration Analyzer). It will give ...
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| lift motor | 1/13/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: is there any thing i should be concerned about changing the passenger side window lift motor in a ...
A: It is pretty straight forward, only thing is when replacing motor from regulator, you'll need 4 ...
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| gmc service 4wd | 1/13/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: i have a 03 gmc k1500hd, w/ quadrasteer. i have a service 4wd that shows on my readout. at start up ...
A: I would advice you, so you dont spend anymore money on unneeded replacement of expensive parts. It ...
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| Installing a power steering pump 2000 Safari | 1/11/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: My boyfriend needs to know how to Install a Power Steering Pump on a 2000 Chevy Safari. I do not ...
A: Here is the EXACT procedure from GM SI. Remember the P/S Pulley has to be removed ON VEHICLE as the ...
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| 2004 envoy xl, v8 slt | 1/11/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: i let the car sit for a week or so in the cold and when i went to use it the battery was dead. but ...
A: Here is the 30 min. learn procedure for the VTD system. I personally have never had an Envoy go into ...
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| Instrument Panel Light Don't Work | 1/10/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I just purchased a 2001 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi, and most of the instrument panel lights don't come ...
A: Do the little lights in the door switches work (eg..for the window up/down, door lock, etc... AND ...
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| heater/defrost is not working | 1/9/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: I have a 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500 it has the climate control on both dash and in the roof for the back ...
A: I would advice 2 items to check... 1) have him feel the heater hoses going into the dash after truck ...
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| 1999 GMC Sierra trailer plug | 1/8/2008 | CAJUNSC/RAMBLER390 |
Q: We have a factory installed trailer plug. When we hooked up our trailer it worked good. After a ...
A: I would almost be CERTIAN it is NOT a short but a faulty ground. If you use a test light and test ...
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