Category Archives: Chevrolet
Chevrolet Impala Won’t Start Unless It Sits For A While
Chevy Impala 2003. I turned my car off to go in a store. When I returned it didn’t start. A at home mechanic told me let it sit for two hours and it will start. I let it said and then it started. He stated something about dirt in carburetor, fuel pump, and hoses. Do you have any suggestions and can you be real specific.…
Power Steering Fluid Contaminated With Engine Oil
Ok ..so not all my buddies are all that hip on actual GUY stuff!! I check my fluids, pressure, heater hoses, tires…blah blah. ”Everyday” (well morning). So I’m in a hurry and ask a buddy….. Please go check my oil. Add if needed! So out the door I go. And yes I have to check behind all! Boy am I glad I did! I look…
Chevy Impala Lights Clicking And Flashing After Battery Replaced
2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA -BATTERY WENT DEAD, REPLACED IT. NEXT DAY DOOR LOCKS LOCKING AND UNLOCKING ON THEIR OWN AND FUSE BOX CLICKING. I TESTED THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR AND BOTH ARE GOOD. DISCONNECTED BOTH CABLES FROM BATTERY, CLEANED REAL WELL HELD THEM TOGETHER 10/15 SECONDS. I WAS TOLD BY A LOCAL SHOP DOING THIS WOULD CLEAR AND RESET ELECTRICAL AS NEEDED. I HOOKED BATTERY BACK…
2002 Chevrolet Malibu Transmission Codes and Blower Speed Problem
I had my 2002 Chevrolet Malibu serviced at non-Gm transmission shop which scanned the computer for codes. They found P0741 & P0730 which are TCC clutch related. I had them test drive the car to make sure it was not an intermittent problem which could be repaired other than the recommended re-flash of the PCM their service department suggested. They said the transmission wasn’t going into overdrive, so they flashed the computer. We…
3.1L and 3.4L Engine Push Rod Locations
I dropped the box with the push rods. Now they are mixed. I know that they are different lengths. What is the order? Attached is a picture of the front cylinder head (2,4,6). Thanks for your time. 3400 pushrod locations 3100 pushrod locations
1998 Chevy Lumina Fans Quit Working
1998 Chevy Lumina question. Cooling fans quit working relays are good fuses are good fans work with direct power they don’t work with the temperature switch unplugged either. Could jump it at the PCM but don’t know where it is located. Answer: The PCM is located under a cover on the passenger side under the hood. You need a schematic to find out which wires…
Check Engine Light P0102- Replaced MAF And Sensors
To Whom It May Concern:I have replaced the following parts:In reference to the P0102 code1) Plugs and Wires (AC Delco).2) Fuel pump and fuel filter.3) Fuel regulator.4) Air filter.5) New Battery.6) New fuel injector (No 1 cyl).7) Checked fuses (O.K.).SENSORS: 1) AIT (Air intake temperature)2) MAP3) MAF4) EVAP Purge control solenoid All new vacuum lines. Checked ground and Voltage at connector. Checks O.K. Vacuum Check…
My 2001 Chevy Malibu 3.1L Is Overheating
I have a 2001 Chevy Malibu. Bought it new. Very low maintenance car so far. Now my heat will only work if driven down the road or RPM’s raised. Replaced thermostat. No leaks any where. Heater core not clogged. Full of coolant. Does NOT overheat. What could it be? What size engine? How have you determined the heater core is not restricted? 3.1 engine. Flushed…
Chevrolet Impala Emissions Leak And Brake Noise
Just had spark plugs, plug wires, thermostat, fan assembly and head gaskets replaced on my 2002 Chevy Impala . The check engine light came on and on and Autozone gave a readout of an air leak. He said it was probably something with the gas cap or fuel line. Please what else could it be? Answer: Well, there really is no code for “Air Leak”. By…
2000 Chevy Cavalier Gauges Don’t Work
Have a 2000 Chevy Cavalier. The factor stereo got stolen and now the gauges don’t work, such as speedomoter, tac, gas, and temperature gauges along with the sun roof. it is a z24, and when Im in park Idling everything works. just as soon as I get down the road it reads “error” in the odometer, I bought a clip from a Chevy dealer to…
2009 Chevy Impala Engine Light And Reduced Power
2009 Chevrolet Impala won’t seem to have any pick up says reduced engine power on dash. Have you noticed if the check engine light is on as well the ‘reduced engine power’ message on the driver information center? Yes it is on all the time but was on before I have this problem. Well you may have more than one problem, but we’ll start with…
Chevrolet Silverado Vibration When Braking
Just replaced front pads and rotors on 2006 Chevy Silverado, left side also got a new caliper and bracket plus a new hub bearing. When i applied the brakes they vibrate hard. Getting a nasty vibration during braking. Found one bad rotor, replaced that, now it still vibrates through the pedal, but not as bad. What could it be? It is not the ABS brakes or…
2002 Chevrolet Tahoe Hub And Shock Replacement
Hi i have a 2002 Chevy Tahoe LT 4×4 with auto ride. I was told i need new drivers side front bearing. Should I replace both front bearings? Also i was told my truck has a full wheel hub assembly that is needed as opposed to just the bearing. I have a mechanic who can do the labor much cheaper than a full service garage or…
2001 Chevrolet Impala Has No Brake Lights
2001 Chevy Impala rear brake lights are not working. I do have the 3rd brake lights. All of the bulbs are good. I bypassed stop light switch and have replaced turn signal switch. I have checked the connections and they seem ok. Could the four way flasher switch be bad ?? Turn signals do work fine. Answer: Did you check all the fuses? Just need to…