| Subject | Date Asked |
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| 3.1 to 3.8 swap | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I am looking into swapping a 3.8 series 1 from a 1990 lesabre into a 1995 lumina which currently has ...
A: ..you are looking at a huge task....you would be better to switch from a 3.1 to a 3.1... you will ...
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| 1993 sierra van | 10/14/2009 |
Q: my van will start and then seem to be choking for gas its the same systems that I once had when a ...
A: .. could be a couple of differant problems....first check fuel pressure if not within 5 psi change ...
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| 87 gmc 454 | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have a gmc truck with a 1987 454 in it and one day it just quit and I can't get it started. It ...
A: .. did you check to see if the rotor inside the dist is turning when you turn truck over....you may ...
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| 93 s-10 blazer | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 93 s-10 blazer with a 4.3L I with CMPI fuel injection I have proper fuel pressure at the ...
A: .. if you have fuel and spark it should run.... try this, remove all your plugs , clean and dri ...
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| 1997 chevrolet subrban | 10/6/2009 |
Q:
A: .. you need to find whats causing the fuse to blow...check wiring to the ECM for any shorts to ...
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| 98 tahoe | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I too have a 98 tahoe won`t start problem....it goes like this,my wife drove about a mile to work ...
A: .. could be just a matter of a poor connection on one of those fuses you removed...try removing them ...
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| 1995 1500 pickup | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 1500 pickup with the 5.7 engine. It became hard to start and now it will crank but ...
A: ... if the pump is running and you still have no fuel check to see if when you replaced the pump ...
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| 1995 1500 pickup | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 1500 pickup with the 5.7 engine. It became hard to start and now it will crank but ...
A: .. when you turn key to on, do you hear the fuel pump run for 3 seconds then quit...if not check the ...
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| Chevy P30 w/n start without starting fluid | 9/26/2009 |
Q: 1994, Chevy P30, 7.4L. Displays code 54 - Fuel Pump Circuit (Low Voltage). Will not start (cranks ...
A: Yes there should be a fuel pump relay, and according to my mitchell on demand it is located on the ...
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| 2000 Chev K3500 6.5L | 9/25/2009 |
Q: Why would the truck not start or start and stall when engine load reads 99% on scanner. When engine ...
A: . if you have a load reading before the truck is even running i would suggest that you have a pcm ...
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| 87 S10 cranks but will not stay running | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 87 S10 2.8 liter TBI, auto. It has always ran like a champ! Until it suddenly started ...
A: well it could be a heat sink problem in the ign control module. try changing it, and the other thing ...
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| Chevy K2500 engine stumble | 9/24/2009 |
Q: Robert, I hope you had a great vacation. Here is myI have a 1990 K2500 pickup with a 5.7L TBI ...
A: .. i had a great holiday, thank you.... eat lots of lobster... here are a couple of things you can ...
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| 1996 pontiac sunfire | 9/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Pontiac Sunfire GT 4-cyl and recently as my car was sitting in the back yard i saw a ...
A: .. it is likly a broken brake line... the fluid would be clear except when it runs off the chassie ...
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| Brake system | 9/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 1989 Chevy 1 ton dually that has air in front brake system. I have changed front calibers ...
A: .. Bleed the master cyl... you have air trapped in it. then rebleed the system after you get all the ...
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| chevy malibu classic | 9/10/2009 |
Q: I have a Malibu classic 2005 and have been having some problems with it. I just replaced the battery ...
A: i wouldn't rule that out but is not likley, check for spark at the plugs, and check more than one, ...
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| Engine ECM Replacement | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have had problems with my ECM on my 2004 chevy silverado 3500 diesel and I want to replace it but ...
A: . i haven't heard of that, the ecm is numbered and as long as you replace it with the ecm that ...
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| Chev Blazer | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 blazer the gas gage only goes to half a tank and stops, what part to I need to order.
A: .. you may not need anything.... you will need to remove the gas tank and remove the sending unit, ...
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| 1993 Chevy Conversion Van | 8/26/2009 |
Q: My van shifts really hard from 1st gear do you know what this could be?
A: .. it could be a couple of different things... try having a new trans filter and flush done at a ...
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| 2001 S-10 dies but starts immediately | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 S-10 2.2 flex fuel 5 speed reg. cab truck. I have been having problems with it dieing ...
A: ..i wouldn't think that a hitch installation would do anything to cause that, but i have seen ...
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| 91 camaro rs 3.1L starts but bogs | 8/25/2009 |
Q: 1L v6 a month ago it started well and ran good about a week or two ago it started up but when u ...
A: .. depending on what state your in and what laws they have on emmisions....you may have to replace ...
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| 350 OVERHEATING | 8/25/2009 |
Q: I HAVE AN OLDER 350 WHICH HAS A NEW RADIATOR, NEW HOSES AND I AM ON MY SECOND THERMOSTAT. THE TEMP ...
A: ..usually that means you have a head gasket problem....what happens is you have compression leaking ...
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| engine knock | 8/21/2009 |
Q: i own a 91 camaro rs with a 305 engine. i have knocking sound in my engine. i initially thought it ...
A: .. well whatever it is it won't bee good, does knock get louder as you increase rpm. f it does it is ...
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| 91 camaro rs 3.1L starts but bogs | 8/21/2009 |
Q: 1L v6 a month ago it started well and ran good about a week or two ago it started up but when u ...
A: .. check for plugged exhaust or cat converter.... just undo exhaust at the manifolds and run the ...
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| 1996 chevy half ton 4.3 | 8/20/2009 |
Q: i changed the timing chain How do i no where to set the distributor
A: .. when you changed the chain the markes on the gears shoould be lined up. as long as you haven't ...
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| Chevy Blazer | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 1987 chevy blazer that will not start quite often, one day it will and might work for 3 ...
A: .. usually what happens is that you don't have enough fuel pressure to open the injs. you should ...
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| Brakes | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I installed new brakes on my 1988 2500 Chevrolet Truck, the fron and rear brakes. I already bleed ...
A: .. did you try setting the brakes up....do a brake adjustment on the rears then try...if still not ...
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| chevy corsica | 8/14/2009 |
Q: i have a 94 corsica that was involved in an accident. the bar that the headlights attach to was ...
A: ..you should be able to bring it back straight, but you would need someone that has some experance ...
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| 90 Chev k1500 5.7l | 8/13/2009 |
Q: Robert I am at my wits end with my truck. Cranks like a demon but not fuel. Have replace the ...
A: ... well start at the begining,,, if it cranks do you have spark...if you have spark do you have ...
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| 99 chevy silverado | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 99 chevy silverado with a stock 5.3 100,000k. My problem is that sometimes when i go to ...
A: ... well that lag in the throttle could be caused by a couple of differant things... could be a ...
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| radio power | 8/12/2009 |
Q: Robert, I have a 2003 trailblazer and the radio went dead. the lights still illuminate and the clock ...
A: .. well when it comes to under the dash electronics i am just a test and try guy...start with the ...
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| 95 chevy camaro-security light flashing and car won't start | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I'll try to make this short as I can. I have a 95 chevy camaro with 230,000 miles on it. I have ...
A: .. well i am not sure i am going to be much help...but here goes.. disconnect the battery. turn on ...
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| OIL FILTER | 8/7/2009 |
Q: I AM WORKING ON A 2000 CHEVY TAHOE 4WD 5.3 V8 AND I FEEL LIKE AN IDIOT BUT I CANNOT FIND THE OIL ...
A: ... it could be in a couple differant spots, the normal one is the drivers side of the engine where ...
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| Brakes & rotors | 8/7/2009 |
Q: Have a 2007 Impala LT. Having problems with the brakes and rotors not lasting very long.Do you have ...
A: .. well it sounds like you are using metalic or ceramic pads...find an auto parts store or shop that ...
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| Chevy Truck loses power on highway hills | 8/6/2009 |
Q: 1995 5.7L V8. Runs fine on the highway. Gets up to 75 quite easily. At 75mph, if you start going up ...
A: .. check to see if you have a plugged cat converter, if thats ok install a scan tool and see if your ...
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| 1984 Buick Lesabre 5.0 V-8 Olds. engine | 8/6/2009 |
Q: Robert,I have a 1984 Buick mint condition left to me by my late dad the problem is after being ...
A: .. did you check for power at the Battery connection on the dist cap...is it 12 v... if not you need ...
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| non-working cigarette lighter-1993 Chevy van | 8/5/2009 |
Q: The cigarette lighter stopped working all of a sudden, as well as the radio. Replacing the 25 amp ...
A: .. well i would say that the lighter is no good if you tested it off the truck. try getting another ...
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| 1984 Buick Lesabre 5.0 V-8 Olds. engine | 8/5/2009 |
Q: Robert,I have a 1984 Buick mint condition left to me by my late dad the problem is after being ...
A: ...if memory serves me correct that has the coil in the cap....correct? if it does then check the ...
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| 89 firebird | 7/29/2009 |
Q: ihave an 89 firebird, 3.1, that won't start. it has spark, has fuel pressure, went to check ...
A: .. check for short to ground in the wiring for the inj you have unplugged. put a voltmeter across ...
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| alternator 1994 1500 pick up | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I'm replacing the alternator on my 1994 Chevy 1500 pick up. Somehow, the bushing on the main pivot ...
A: .. put the opening where the bushing is on something solid. spray some lube around the bushing and ...
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| speedometer repair | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I have purchased a 1952 chevy delux with the speedometer not working. Can you help me trouble ...
A: .. put the cable end in a drill and at low speed let it spin.... does the speedo work... if not ...
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| chevy truck | 7/25/2009 |
Q: i just bought a 1994 chevy k1500 it has a 350 in it and it skips at low rpms and at idol
A: ... what do you mean "it skips" does it stall or surge or hicup... if you just bought it i would ...
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| 2001 malibu | 7/24/2009 |
Q: How much should a calic converter( Don't know if i spelled that right) cost for a 2001 Chevy Malibu
A: .. well depending on who you are buying it from, it could cost anywhere from 150.00 to five or six ...
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| 1999 gmc savana van | 7/24/2009 |
Q: van still runs after ignition is shut off, already replaced the ignition switch and van is still ...
A: .. is it run on, or does it stay running... if it's just run on try using a higher octane fuel. run ...
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| Alarms | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 96 Monte Carlo that once started will drive for awhile then will start sputtering. I have ...
A: .. i don't have a huge amount of experance with alarm systems, but that could be true...disable both ...
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| 1988 C1500 brakes | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I changed pads and shoes, installed repair kits in rear calipers, and replaced front and rear flex ...
A: .. that is called a leveling valve...it balances brake pressure from front to reat.now when you ...
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| front end suspension on 89 chevy ext. cab | 7/21/2009 |
Q: Why will the pitman arm only go about half way back on before stopping and not going any further? I ...
A: do you have it on properly... it has a line up tooth on the spline in the pitman arm and on the ...
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| replace bulb | 7/21/2009 |
Q: how do get to the running lights to replace on a 2002 chevy suburban
A: .. you don't say front or rear.... you will need to remove the lens assemblys to be able to remove ...
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| 2002 Blazer wont start | 7/15/2009 |
Q: 3 in it. The engine cranks over but it will not start. i checked for spark and it has spark at the ...
A: .. if it's 2002 4.3 L engine it has direct injection. You could have a simple problem or a tough ...
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| front end | 7/15/2009 |
Q: have 00 blazer pulls to the right have to keep hands on steering wheel constantly. also have 01 ...
A: .. seems that both these trucks have a front end problem...you need to get them to someone that has ...
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| NO POWER TO FUSE BLOCK OR IGNITION SWITCH | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 6.2L 1984 DIESEL K10 PICKUP. I WAS USING A BATTERY CHARGER ON THE TRUCK AND WAS GOING TO ...
A: .. There are several fuseable links in that system... i cannot send pics over this link so you will ...
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| 1981 C-10 2wd 305 4bbl auto tune up specs | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 1981 C-10 2wd ,305 quadrajet with automatic , I need spark gap ,timing , and any carb ...
A: ... thats a ways back... if memory serves me correctly... timing should be 6 or 8 degrees before ...
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| 1994 chevy caviler | 7/11/2009 |
Q: i recently bought a 94 chevy caviler. the transmission dose not shift into any gear unless you shift ...
A: ... the shift solonids are inside trans and it would half to be removed and tore down to gain axcess ...
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| Chevy Venture 99 | 7/10/2009 |
Q: 1. Is vacuum hose to add freon on right hand side or in front behind radiator? 2. Engine noise ...
A: the line you need to attach hose for adding R134a to is the low pressure side. the hose will only ...
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| 06 Chevy Equinox | 7/10/2009 |
Q: What tools do I need to remove a chevy Equinox's battery? and How do I know its the battery?
A: .. well battery will have a positive and negitive cable going to it... red and black... they will ...
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| 1987 chevy spectrum | 7/10/2009 |
Q: My chevy won't start,I've checked all the basics ire;fuel,battery,corrosion,starter, etc.Are they ...
A: ... I am never worked on one, it is not a model available here.you say you have checked the ...
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| Chevy | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 1991 Chevy stepside. I was driving it the other day and parked for a while and when I went ...
A: .. check the cable going from the battery to the starter, clean connections at both ends. also check ...
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| ECM fuse B burning | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chevy Suburban and the ECM fuse B (20 Amps) burns, and it strutters but not turn on, ...
A: ... we you have a short in that circut somewhere...probably in the ecm itself....try putting in a ...
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| radiator removal | 7/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic that is leaking from the radiator. What is the procedure for ...
A: ... been a while since i did one but if memory serves me correct. remove the fan and shroud, remove ...
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| 2003 engine fan rotation | 7/8/2009 |
Q: we had our trail blazer worked on and it is making a weird noise when we accelorate. the engine temp ...
A: .. no the air is to be pulled thru the rad and shroud toward the engine. if it pushed air toward the ...
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| 2000 Camero Ignition Key & Cylinder | 7/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Camero with a manual transmission. The ignition cylinder and key need to be replaced. ...
A: .. basicly you need to disarm the air bag, remove the steering wheel and lock plate to get to the ...
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| 2003 Chevy Suburban Z71 A/C problem | 6/30/2009 |
Q: The tension pulley on the Compressor squeals when I rev the engine. Does not do it all the time. ...
A: .. if the tensioner squeals then it is not tensioned enough...did you replace the pully or the whole ...
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| Transmission rod to steering column. | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I had my steering column replaced on a 1989 Chevy Suburban. After replacing, when I was driving it ...
A: .. I dont't understand where it is stuck...the rod that comes down the steering colum and ends under ...
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| 1979 Chevy C60 | 6/26/2009 |
Q: How do you reset the timing on a 454 motor 7.4 liter, with a wireless distributor?
A: .. can't be a wireless dist on that year engine unless you have modified it. if it the single wire ...
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| 4x4 inoperable | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Chevy K1500 Silverado 5.3 litre Z71. The 4x4 quit working recently. I hit the 4x4 ...
A: ... try replacing the 4x4 control module, it is up under the dash. easy way to test to see if it is ...
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| 2000 Silvardo 1500 stepside/air conditioner filter | 6/25/2009 |
Q: My a/c on my truck started making a loud noise and increases in sound when you turn it higher. ...
A: ..cabin air filter is under the dash in the heater box....if not as cold you can buy top up kit at ...
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| 05 Cavalier flooding out | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I have an 05 Cavalirthat keeps flooding out every time I gas it up. I neber fill the tank, have an ...
A: .. if it only does it when you gas up, i would be checking the vent on the tank...next time you fuel ...
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| Engine timing | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 69 camaro with a 427 bored 60 over, a 550 lift hyd cam, 850 holley. first to clarify does ...
A: ..BTDC means before top dead centre...i take it that you want 35 degrees of advance...you give me ...
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| 1988 Chevy Celebrity V6 2.8 Liter | 6/18/2009 |
Q: The windows stop working, you can put them up and down for a few days then they stop altogether for ...
A: .. look at where the wires go thru the doors in the rubber and see if they have become split and are ...
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| chevy K1500 chugging and no power | 6/18/2009 |
Q: Help truck was driving fine and the suddenly started to chug and had no power. drove home top speed ...
A: .. you don't say what year and engine size so this is just a guess...check and see if the cat ...
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| locking brakes; 2005 chevy express 2500 | 6/17/2009 |
Q: Put new pads front & rear. Next day brakes got stiffer with driving to point of locking up. ...
A: ...if your brakes didn't do that before you replaced the pads and shoes then i wouldn't think that ...
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| 1995 chevy 2500 4x4 deisel torque | 6/16/2009 |
Q: i need the torque for the rear nut that holds the 13" drum on 1995 chevy 2500 4x4 deisel the nut ...
A: .. there is not really a torque for that nut...tighten nut till snug. rotate the drum a few times to ...
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| Chevy S10 Front Drive Axle | 6/13/2009 |
Q: I had to pull the engine on my 1984 Chevy S10 Pickup because of a bad freeze plug behind the fly ...
A: ..the front end should engage fairly easy and not require a lot of effort...you need to remember ...
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| Chevolet express 1500 | 6/13/2009 |
Q: The engine runs rough and misfires what to do or look for
A: ...well it could be a lot of things... when was last tune up, have you ever changed the O2 sensors, ...
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| air conditioner compressor | 6/12/2009 |
Q: have a 1998 s-10 v-6,automatic, two wheel drive. freon leaked out during winter.compressor was ...
A: you may need a new pressure switch. or check that when you turn the air off that the switch is not ...
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| 2004 monte carlo ss | 6/12/2009 |
Q: My monte has a console shifter and I couldn't get the shifter back in park while squeezing the shift ...
A: ... you may have something broke in the plastic linkage when you push on the shift lock ...
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| wiring | 6/11/2009 |
Q: my 92 chevy suburban 4x4 i turn headlights on and my truck starts to bog out wont go i turn them ...
A: ... well when it's a wiring problem you basicly just have to start looking... i would start at the ...
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| Speedometer inop | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 s10 blazer. The speedometer is inop & of course the odo. No codes and the scanner ...
A: .. you are correct, it more than likely is the sensor in the trans...but check the connection ...
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| 1997 chevy 1500 | 6/10/2009 |
Q: 1997 chevy 1500 5.7 truck starts and idles fine when cold after a few minutes it starts to buck and ...
A: .. make sure you don't have a timing chain problem....you changed the dist, was it new one or ...
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| car is running hot | 6/10/2009 |
Q: summers I own a 1986 chevy Monte Carlo ss 5.0 liter 305 v8 vin code G. I have replaced the intake ...
A: ... did you check to see if you have good circulation thru the rad....if you don't check the water ...
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| Truck won't start with new battery | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I was driving and the truck just turned off. I tried restarting and it started right up but turned ...
A: .. well the easy test is go to the starter and test the small wire when you turn the key to ...
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| Transmission | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I have an '01 Monte Carlo SS with 98K miles on it. The transmission won't stay in 4th gear at ...
A: ... sorry but trannys except manual ones are a constant pain for me so i just send them to a trans ...
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| 76 chevy distibuter | 6/8/2009 |
Q: Thanks
A: .. you can use a new style HEI dist just take the power side of the coil off and run that to your ...
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| 5.7l no spark/no fuel | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 95 K1500 5.7L TBI AUTO. RECENTLY BECAME NO START. CHECKED FOR FUEL, NO FUEL AT TBI BUT CAN ...
A: .. if you have no spark and have replaced the ign module check to see if the dist is turning... ...
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| 1995 gmc p/u hesitation up to 2500 rpms. | 6/7/2009 |
Q: my truck is an auto,with a 5.7 motor.Regardless of what gear im in,the motor hesitates up ...
A: ... check that you have a proper working EGR....if not replace it...if ok check to see if you have a ...
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| 1986 gmc suburban | 6/6/2009 |
Q: I also have a 83-84 GMC 1/2 ton truck with a th350. Is it possible for me to swap the ...
A: yes you can change them ... the only problem you may have would be if wheelbase is different between ...
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| 2002 Chevy Z71 anti-locking brake problem | 6/5/2009 |
Q: My truck just started something funny with the brakes. Well, no so much funny as scary. When I ...
A: .. your right that is strange....the way anti lock brakes work is the wheel speed sensors tell the ...
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| my truck is running rough and rich as all get out | 6/5/2009 |
Q: so as i said in my subject my truck is running really rich and there is a little bit of blue black ...
A: .. sorry but i need a little more info than that...engine size any inprovments you have done , what ...
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| 1995 monte carlo | 6/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 95 monte carlo with a burnt vavle. Its a 3.1 fwd and i wanted to know will a 90 corsica 3.1 ...
A: ...yes the motor will fit but with a lot of changes...all the fuel system from your motor needs to ...
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| clutch issues | 6/4/2009 |
Q: Recently we replaces the master and slave cylinder on our clutch in our 84 s10, 1.9 4 cylinder 2WD. ...
A: .. You still have air in the clutch slave, they are extreamly hard to bleed.... here is one way to ...
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| Chevy Tahoe Sway Bar Links | 6/3/2009 |
Q: How do I get the sway bar link between the arms? When I lift one, the control arm gets in the way - ...
A: ...you don't say what year it is so is it one piece link or 4 bushings with washers and a ...
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| 62 chevy ss, 327 motor | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I have a vacuum leak. It will not idle. Have a new carburetor & lines, gasket. What could be the ...
A: ... easy way to find a vacum leak is use a can of air intake cleaner and spray around the intake and ...
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| GMC-Intermittant no start/dies | 6/2/2009 |
Q: 1990 GMC K2500 5.7L TBI 700R4 The engine will crank but not fire-intermittant, it will occasionally ...
A: .. you seem to be focused on the ign system... it does fire and run sometimes with start fluid... ...
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| 1969C20Fleetside/no tilt steering | 5/29/2009 |
Q: The truck belongs to my son. The brake lights DO NOT work. The truck has backup lights,turn signals ...
A: .. check the fuse for the brake lights...if fuse ok check for power on the brake light switch right ...
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| Brakes malfunctioning? | 5/28/2009 |
Q: Summers. I have a 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier which has relatively new brake pads. Shortly after I start ...
A: ... check that the wear indacator is not bent and touching the rotors making the whining noise...as ...
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| Truck leaning out | 5/28/2009 |
Q: 3 325. It is distributorless with a plastic intake. Just to let you know I have already replaced all ...
A: .. do you have a scan tool... if you do put it on and watch the data stream and see what the o2 ...
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| Throttle body | 5/27/2009 |
Q: Is it difficult to replace the throttle body on a 2003 chevy suburban
A: .. No Not really....are you changing both upper and lower...most problems are because of problems ...
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| 1994 chevy suburban tranny fluid in the radiator | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 1994 Chevy Suburban. 7.4 liter 454 2500 4x4. Throttle body fuel injection. Towing package. ...
A: ..yes you can bypass the tranny cooler in the rad...put an external trans cooler in its place..any ...
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| Tranny | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a 96chevy astro. When I bought it the check engine light was on! But it also ...
A: .. i have no idea what the toggle switch might be, it is not an OEM installation... some one has put ...
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| 1991 c1500 chevy | 5/22/2009 |
Q: what else can i do before taking to shop
A: .. you may have knocked the shift cable out of adjustment...there is a cable that runs from the ...
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| distributor | 5/21/2009 |
Q: now they have went through 3 more each going with in half an hour ????
A: .. what went...the pick up module or the reluctor....i would check the ign circut for a short to ...
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| 1983 Chevy S10 Wiring Problems | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I just bought an 83 Chevy S10 4WD 2.8L and all of a sudden it stopped running. I replaced the ...
A: ..the ign coil should have a plug on it.same for the dist. if plug is missing then a quick way would ...
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| front end noise | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 94 chevy k2500 , I put new rotors brakes ,and CV shafts on the front end . Ever since I did ...
A: .. well there is a pile of things that could cause front end noise. first check calipers and see ...
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| Wheel Balancing | 5/15/2009 |
Q: Robert; my 2001 chevrolet silverado v6-short bed seems to have issues getting its tires balanced. ...
A: .. is the shop using the right weights, if they using stick on weights that may be the problem...rim ...
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| timing chain replacement for a 350 | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 1975 corvette with the original engine that I don't think has ever had internal work done ...
A: . It's never a bad idea to change the timing gears. put in a double roller set and get away from the ...
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| 92 chev s10 | 5/14/2009 |
Q: will turn over will not start battery,plugs, wires,belt, dist. &rotor good does not seem to have ...
A: ...did you check for spark/ fuel pressure... if you have spark check feul pressure. if no pressure ...
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| skip at idle | 5/13/2009 |
Q: 3800 v6 camaro skips at idle miss fires on multiple cylinders compression 120lbs has spark has ...
A: ... try taking a can of air intake cleaner and spray around the area intake to heads... see if you ...
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| ring bearing and diff | 5/6/2009 |
Q: my pinion bearing inner was shot do i changed it, when i put the diff back in and tighten the ...
A: .. a quick quide to setting rear end lash is to put a piece of paper in between the crown and ...
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| reverse lights | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 chevy G20 3/4ton 350 engine full conversion van. I have no backup lights. I have ...
A: ... depending on the trans thats in that van the reverse switch could be on the top of the trans ...
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| 97 chevy k/1500 | 5/5/2009 |
Q: my truck is burning real rich. when i first start it there is black smoke. When i accelerate a lot ...
A: ... you could have one of several problems...do you have axcess to a scan tool...if you do, install ...
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| starting a 98 chevy tahoe | 5/4/2009 |
Q: i have a 98 Chevy Tahoe that had a fuel leak in the spider injection and so i replaced the injection ...
A: ..i will assume that this is a 305 V8 engine...timing has to be set at top dead centre, computer ...
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| 1997 Z71 no-start issue | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have a Z71 that has been a great truck up till recently... the truck would turn over but not ...
A: ...change the pump....a lot of times when they quit if you have truck towed or bump the tank the ...
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| help | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 1973 chevy super cheyenne it runs but then when I put it in gear it wil go for a few ...
A: ... first off check the fluid level... make sure truck is warmed up and if level down add trans ...
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| 1991 Chevy Truck 4.3 | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I have 1991 Chevy Truck 1500 4.3 Engine I have a milky color on the tip of my dip stick and at the ...
A: ... put pressure gauge on the rad and see if it builds pressure fast...if not install vacum gauge ...
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| Temperature sensor for hi temp alarm buzzer | 4/19/2009 |
Q: My 454 is a 1986 model and it is in a P30 chassis for a holiday rambler RV. Carbuerated. On the ...
A: .. it is an overheat alarm.....and if your temp gauge is working and you watch it you should be ...
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| 1995 lumina starting car kills all power (after turn signal switch replacement) | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I was having a problem with my rear left brake light on my 1995 chevy lumina sedan 3.1. Knew it was ...
A: ... You may need to reset the anti theft. depending on which passlock system you have in that car. ...
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| 1985 chevy suburban | 4/16/2009 |
Q: how do i get to the Brake Drum on 1985 chevy suburban
A: ... I take it you mean the rear brake drum...first you have to remove the wheel and rim after ...
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| Front eng alignment | 4/13/2009 |
Q: 1991 chevy v-8 4x4 has tires leaning kind of out from the top. Ball joints were replaced new brakes ...
A: ... do you know if they did 4 wheel alignment or just lined up the front...if they did 4 wheel and ...
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| Transmission | 4/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 1989 S10 4x4 pickup truck with a 4.3 motor and a 700R tranny.I pulled up to a stop light ...
A: ...first off is the fluid level ok...if good smell it, does it smell burnt... if it has a burnt ...
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| need torque specs | 4/10/2009 |
Q: i need to know the head bolt torque spec's for a chevy silverdo 1500 2000 v6 4.3l plz help
A: ... There are three steps to torquing heads on a 4.3 L engine... i cannot send you pics over this ...
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| 2002 chev cavalier fuel pump problem | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I am helping a friend on his 2002 cavalier that won't start. Read a past question for same problem ...
A: .. make sure you have a good ground....also check to make sure that the 12 volts still there when ...
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| transfer case | 4/8/2009 |
Q: on my 1994 Chevy silverado is the drive shaft supposed to turn along in 2 wheel drive or is there ...
A: .. if you have electronic 4X4 then it should be disengauged...check the vacum solonid to the front ...
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| 2000 malibu starting issue | 4/6/2009 |
Q: i've got a 2000 malibu here with a 3100 in it. once its up to operating temp, if you shut it off, ...
A: .. check the temp sensor... install a scan tool and see if temp climbs normally and reaches ...
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| 1993 chevy 1500 4.3L | 4/5/2009 |
Q: Hey I have a Chevy 1500 with the 4.3 v6 after its running and warm and i go to try to start it, it ...
A: ... check the fuel pressure regulator....check fuel filter and lines for any restrictions...check ...
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| 96 S10 pick up fuel pump issue | 4/5/2009 |
Q: My '96 S10, 2.2l, pickup quit yesterday. It would restart, usually run rough, then die, especially ...
A: .. Fuel pump relay should be on the firewall on the passanger side...if not there then in the power ...
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| Spark Plugs | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Cavalier that needs spark plugs replaced. How do I do this and where are they located ...
A: i will assume that you have a 4 cyl engine in that car ...spark plugs are located accross the front ...
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| transmission | 4/4/2009 |
Q: 1996 blazer replaced the pump gasket in it. put back in now not shifting into gears unless you let ...
A: ...I am not sure i understand....did you replace the pan gasket and filter....if you did and it ...
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| 1991 s10 blazer 4.3l engine | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I have a questions similar to one i saw posted. We are having a problem with gas in our oil as well, ...
A: ... If you have fuel in the oil you have a flooding problem...when you cold start look down throttle ...
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| 1988 chevy silverado 1500 4WD 5.7 engine | 4/2/2009 |
Q: where is the fuse for the 4WD? what activates the actuator to engage four wheel drive?
A: ...fuse for the 4x4 should be under the hood in the power control centre....if fuse is ok check t ...
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| 2000 silverado ? | 4/1/2009 |
Q: i have 2000 silverado z71 4x4 it has a grinding noise that sounds like it is coming from the rear ...
A: .. could be a couple differant things... check the rear end for fluid... also check rear brakes see ...
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| 1996 cavalier | 12/30/2008 |
Q: i have a 96 cavalier that has an idle problem . it acts and appears to be running rich . it even ...
A: .. have you checked the ign system...look at plugs,wires, etc..could be bad ign module or coil. pull ...
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| Electric Door Locks won't function | 12/30/2008 |
Q: 99 GMC Yukon SLT, I get not reaction when I push any of the 3 (driver/Psngr/rear) door-lock buttons. ...
A: .. did you check for power and ground at each of the switches...check fuse for power on both ...
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| head gasket | 12/19/2008 |
Q: 00 and about 150,000 miles on it) owner did state engine problems when inquried stated that it was ...
A: ... yes it can be expensive...if you do end up buying this truck,,,(i have the same one.) do not ...
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| 'service engine soon' light on 99 Z71 V8 5.3 L | 12/18/2008 |
Q: My service engine light is on and I can't get it inspected. Apparently the code is reading "too ...
A: ...well it could be a couple of things....a too lean cond, can be caused by faulty inj. or plugged ...
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| Chevy 350 (5.7) engine ping | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I purchased a 1979 Chevy K-10 after returning home from Iraq, kind of a "making it home present" for ...
A: ... are you sure you have it timed right Frank...if it sounds more like a ping than a knock you may ...
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| Excessive Brake Pedal Travel | 12/17/2008 |
Q: Have a 2003 Chevy 3500 Cargo van that has excessive brake pedal travel,Have replaced master cyl.No ...
A: ..check pads... if they are wore down it can cause pedal travel as you need more pedal to push ...
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| chevy 350,5.7 v8 k1500 pickup | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I was moving my pickup when it just stopped and as not fired since, I have put it on a computer ...
A: .. you don't say what year it is so i will just guess... if you have spark and you can hear fuel ...
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| Won't start | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 87 K5 Blazer with a 5.7L engine and it won't start. With help from a friend I we found out ...
A: .. check for voltage referance at the injectors... if you don't have inj pulse you will need to look ...
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| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 12/15/2008 |
Q: My 98 chevrolet blazer keeps heating up and I've already replaced the waterpump, thermostat, and ...
A: .. did you check for a bad head gasket... put pressure tester on rad and start truck...watch to see ...
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| astro van/ brake lights | 12/15/2008 |
Q: i keep blowing fuses on a 1997 astro van.every 2 weeks or so i have to replace fuse.
A: ... somewhere you have a short... check the bulb sockets and wiring to them at the back, also do you ...
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| Security (anti theft) | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I bought a theft recovery 1998 Chevy Crew cab. The stearing column is tore up. I have 5 wires that ...
A: ...Do you know if it's passlock 1 or 2 system... if it is passlock 2, the one with the chip in the ...
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| 1992 K1500 Suburban | 12/13/2008 |
Q: I recently bought this suburban and do not know the vehicles history. When I am stopped at a light ...
A: .. changing fluids is never a bad idea when you don't know what truck has been through... as for the ...
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| 83 chev p/u | 12/12/2008 |
Q: How do you take the battery off (which bolts do you take off and how hard is this to do)? Thank you ...
A: .. if it the the orignal style battery the posts are on the side of the battery facing the ...
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| 93 Suburban seat belt retractor & Torx bit | 12/11/2008 |
Q: My 93 front passenger seat belt has fully extended and will not retract. Does anyone know a way to ...
A: .. the torx should be a T55 if i remember correctly...before you remove pull the panel off where the ...
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| 1992 chevy pickup v6 engine | 12/10/2008 |
Q: For about a year now my truck won't stay runnin. It runs for about thirty seconds and quits,no ...
A: .. if you can put a scan tool on it and watch the MAP sensor... is it steady or does voltage go all ...
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| spontaneous transmission problem | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I have a 99 Chevy Malibu with about 25k miles. This morning I took my car into the shop for a check ...
A: ... well i would be looking for a new shop.... first off if they replaced the temp sensor, the new ...
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| Chevy Blazer 2001 | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I have a no heat problem with this vehicle I changed antifreeze and thermostat but no resolution. ...
A: .. did you bleed the cooling system.... you could have an air lock... take rad cap off, run truck ...
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| not getting power to the fuel pump | 12/5/2008 |
Q: i got 96 chey 4 4 1500 not getting power to the fuel pump relay is clicking
A: .. Is there power to the relay when you turn key on...if you do jumper the relay and see if pump ...
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| milky water in oil | 12/5/2008 |
Q: i have a 1991 chevy s10 that keeps getting a milky substance in the oil. i am not loosing any water ...
A: ... Usually when that happens you have a head gasket problem....although it may be a very small ...
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| Lights dim | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chevy malibu and whenever the temp outside drops to 45 or lower I am having a problem ...
A: ..When it does this do you have lots of things running...IE: heater, radio etc. . it maybe that you ...
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| 1987 chevy silverado 5.7 throttle body injection | 12/3/2008 |
Q: i have a 87 chevy with a new 5.7 ( only about 20k miles) seems to run ok...but when i 1st start ...
A: ... it could be one of several things....check for vacum leaks, cracked or collasping hoses, check ...
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| miss fire | 11/28/2008 |
Q: 2004 chev truck 1500 4x4 with 5.3 .it start out with code p0300 miss fire found #1 had a burt ...
A: ..did you check to see if those plugs were firing...check the plugs, coils and power /ground on each ...
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| chevy silverado transmission repair - 4X4 | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 1993 chevy silverado 4X4 5 speed. it is difficult to shift gears. I recently changed the ...
A: did you change the release bearing when you did the clutch...does the noise go away when you put a ...
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| Rear Brake Lights Very Dim and Other | 11/26/2008 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chevy Venture 3.4 L engine with about 150K miles on it. My first symptom which goes ...
A: ..i suspect you have a ground problem somewhere in the light wiring...because the back lights are ...
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| 1995 chevy van transmission won't shift | 11/25/2008 |
Q: This van sat in a yard for about six weeks. It had been running just fine. I started it up and it ...
A: ... I am not trans expert but i will make a couple suggestions....first check fluid level...HOT... ...
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| Chevy Astro 92' Ext | 11/25/2008 |
Q: it starts up then cuts out jus like that.sometimes it would drive good then breaks down on the road. ...
A: ... when it cuts out you need to check to see if it is a fuel or ign problem... check for fuel ...
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| 01 cavalier overheating | 11/24/2008 |
Q: Rob, i a have a 2001 chevy cavalier 2.2 engine, i notice the temp went up to red mark so a pull over ...
A: .. did you bleed the air from the rad after you overheated it...also check to see if you have a head ...
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| 1998 Chevy cavalier transmission | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chevy Cavalier 2.2 IL-4 with a manual transmission. I did some research and found ...
A: .. depending on where the leak is would dictate the cost of the repair...if it is an output seal ...
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| idle too high | 11/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 Blazer with a 4.3 liter motor. While driving home from work the car started sputtering ...
A: .. check the idle air control... use a good air intake cleaner to clean it...if that doesn't help ...
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| hillbilly swap | 11/23/2008 |
Q: Ok I just picked up a 96 Chevy 2500 2wd and I I found out that someone swapped out the O.E. motor ...
A: .. you will need to find the origanal oem plug for the ign module...the tach wire is in that ...
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| 2000 chevy astro van | 11/21/2008 |
Q: - apprceiate any feedback thanks Ryan
A: ...even though you have fuel at the rail..you may not have enough pressure...or even though you have ...
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| Heater not working very well | 11/21/2008 |
Q: The heater in my 97 Blazer does not work very well. When I touch the hoses going to the heater core ...
A: ... you can buy some rad flush, put it in the rad and drive for a couple days then drain and refill ...
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| clutch hydraulic lline | 11/20/2008 |
Q: How do I route the clutch hydraulic line on a 1995 chevy c/k 1500,4.3l,5 speed,2w dr without bending ...
A: ..thats a tough one... if you are using a new line it will bend without breaking....i always re ...
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| Power seat not working | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 GMC Sierra the power seat stopped working, I checked the fuse it was fine but the ...
A: .. check to see if you have anything blocking the track,that may be jamming the seat...if ok...check ...
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| brake booster light is on | 11/19/2008 |
Q: 2003 Avalanche North Face Edition - VIN 3GNEK13T73G205298. everything else seems normal, engine ...
A: ... did you put a scan tool on and see what codes there are...how do brakes feel...check the codes ...
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| 1994 chevy power stering play | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 30' motorhome on a chevy p30 chassis with a 454.The power steering seems to have a ...
A: ... to check steering lash secure the front wheels and see how far you can turn the steering wheel ...
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| 1995 astro van | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I just bought a 95 astro van. The heater blower only blows out the dash vents. It does not matter ...
A: ... check the heater control....if it is vacum controled check for vacum...if electric...check for ...
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| Rear main seal | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 77 chevy g20 with a 350, the rear main seal is bad, leaks oil when at the proper levels, ...
A: .. which seal do you mean...the rear main in the engine or the rear seal in the tranny....if you ...
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| Wiper Motor Crank Arm Postion | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I replaced a defective wiper motor on my 1998 GMC 1500 Pickup. I removed the wiper motor crank arm ...
A: ...yes there is....take off arm attached to the motor....make sure wiper arms are all the way ...
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| 90 CHEVY SURBURBAN; HESITATION | 11/16/2008 |
Q: MY CHEVY DOES A HESITATION WHEN I FIRST START OUT (COLD OR HOT) AND AGAIN AT ABOUT 30 MPH. I WOULD ...
A: ... well first thing i would check are all the vacum lines...make sure that you have no cracks or ...
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| 1996 Monte Carlo | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I recently lost the dash lights in my car& tonite I was stopped by someone who advised me that my ...
A: ... it could be a couple of differant things...if fuses are good, check the tail light bulbs...if ...
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| Catalatic Converter | 11/15/2008 |
Q: How long does it take to put one on and what cause this to miss up?
A: .. the cat converter turns exhaust gasses into H2o (water)...converter being plugged up is caused by ...
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| heater controls have blank screen | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 1988 chevrolet pickup half ton that the heater control screen does not work nor will i ...
A: ... do you have power to the control...if not check the fuse and the circut for any opens....was the ...
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| jimmy | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 1993 chevy jimmmy, My wife was driving it today and i die on her. Now I can turn the car ...
A: ... could be one of several things...first check the ECM and fuel pump fuse...if ok, when you turn ...
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| rough idle | 11/13/2008 |
Q: i have chevy s10 2002 4cyl vortec model have changed plugs and wires. still has rough idle. high ...
A: ... try a good inj cleaner and a new fuel filter....use a good air intake cleaner in the air intake ...
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| poor power steering at low rpm's | 11/12/2008 |
Q: i have a 1997 4 wheel drive 5.7 chevy,,cheyene,5 speed standard ,plain 3/4 ton pickup truck,,i have ...
A: .. the wires off the pump are for the computer... are you using the right power steering ...
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| 1997 Chevy Blazer S-10 (4.3) | 11/12/2008 |
Q: My truck starts right up when it is cold but if I turn it off and try to turn it on again while it's ...
A: ... could be a couple of things....check fuel pressure cold and hot...is there a differance. what ...
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| 98 Chevy C20 Brakes | 11/11/2008 |
Q: My brake pedal started to travel to the floor. The brakes would still work.I replaced the master ...
A: ... your problem won't be in the hydro boost system...if pedal is going to the floor you have a leak ...
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| fuel problems | 11/11/2008 |
Q: have a 1987 chev 4x4 with 5.7 throttle body. Have started it each month for a bit to keep it lubed. ...
A: .. is the fuel pump in the tank comming on when u turn key to on...should run for 3 seconds...if not ...
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| 1999 chevy silverado 2500 | 11/10/2008 |
Q: while driving my truck one day the service engine soon light came on,I took my truck to a local auto ...
A: ...it may not have been the sensors at all...thats the problem with a code reader it can only give ...
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| Seatbelt rattle | 11/9/2008 |
Q: I own a 2000 corvette coupe, there is a rattle/hum in what appears to be the driver side seatbelt ...
A: ..the plastic should just pop off or there maybe a small cover to lift off to get to the ...
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| 98 chevy blazer drive shaft | 11/9/2008 |
Q: How do I get my U-joints of the drive shaft?Do the u-joints have to be pressed off.
A: ... yes you will need to press them out and back in...if you are not sure or have never done them ...
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| Sticking gas pedal | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 2001 Siverado 25000HD with a 6 liter engine. After it heats up, the gas pedal sticks and ...
A: .. could be a couple differant problems ...check the cable and make sure that it is not frayed or ...
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| 1972 monte carlo instument panel lights wont work | 11/8/2008 |
Q: hey Robert, i have a 1972 monte carlo that ive poured all kinds of money into but i cant seem to get ...
A: .. when you pull the dash out, do you have power at the plug in the back of the circut panel for the ...
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| Quick Question | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I just recently bought a 1997 Monte Carlo 3.4L. I am needing to do a tune up. I was wondering where ...
A: ...well you have challenged yourself...they are fun to get at...the best way is to have the car on a ...
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| ticking noice | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 94 chevy pick-up. When i turn my key on a ticking noice starts and lasts for about a ...
A: ...it could be the fan control relay, or even the fan, the brushes inside the fan could be making ...
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| 1997 1500 truck | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Yes, My son has this truck, and for whatever reason it just will not start. It will go weeks fine, ...
A: .. i have seen that before....it could be one of a couple of problems...check the connections at the ...
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| AC Control | 11/6/2008 |
Q: My 2005 Montecarlo has dual temp controls. The left one has no effect on changing the temp. Can ...
A: ... well your right i am not an A/C guru...but if one side is fine then i would look at the ...
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| 1990 corvette will not start | 11/5/2008 |
Q: Electrical problem 1990 Chevy Corvette V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic I have replaced the fuel pump. ...
A: ..do you have spark...if not check the ign module/ or coil, check for power at the coil, remove coil ...
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| valve adjustment 96 chevy S10 4 cyl | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I just replaced the head gasket on this truck. I re-installed everything the same as when I removed ...
A: .. i need to know which engine...2.2L 2.5L ... also, if you never disturbed the rockers you ...
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| firing order | 11/4/2008 |
Q: Hi I need to know the firing order for a '94 s10 blazer 4.3L V6,single fule inj.I have it as 165432 ...
A: ... easy way is too line up the timing marks on the crank pully and block...pull the number 1 plug, ...
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| 95 Chevy Van Gladiator G20 | 11/4/2008 |
Q: How to change the Alternator?
A: ..there is no real easy way.... start by undoing the pos battery term...you will need to remove ...
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| 1989 Suburban transmission | 11/3/2008 |
Q: My 1989 suburban 4WD, 350, Turbohydro 400? has started shifting into high gear very early. This only ...
A: ...try setting the TV cable...if you look at the cable where it comes up from trans to throttle ...
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| Temp Gauge Fluctuations on 98 Cavalier | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 98 chevy cavalier 2.2L (distributorless - cold air intake / header - performance ...
A: .. there are two temp sensors one on the engine and one on the rad....install a scan tool and watch ...
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| 96 chev monte carlo lighting | 11/2/2008 |
Q: symtoms are flashers do not work, dash lights do not work, marker lights inop, liecense plate ...
A: .. first check the fuses... if all are ok check the headlight switch...if thats ok check the flasher ...
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| truck missing / car does not have good heat | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 1993 ford f-150 2 wheel drive straight six 4.9 liter changed everything I could think of ...
A: .. I am not much of a Ford person, but i would look at the ign system for a miss...maybe one wire ...
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| 1998 blazer flasher sound | 11/1/2008 |
Q: i have a 1998 blazer flashing sound coming from a black box that is about 3"x4" and has a lot of ...
A: ...where is the box located...there are several differant ones in that truck...if after moving it ...
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| 1997 Chevrolet Truck C1500 1/2ton P/U 2WD (4.3L) | 10/31/2008 |
Q: Mr. Summers, Suddenly, my truck will not start. Everything has been working fine. Initial ...
A: .. check to see if fuel pump comes on for 3 seconds when you turn key on...if not check for power at ...
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| 1998 Chevy Blazer Brakes | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 98 Blazer and the steering wheel is vibrating badly. I'm not sure if it's related, but I ...
A: ... is it when you step on the brakes or just when driving...if you had the wheels off check to make ...
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| 1984 chevy caprice classic | 10/29/2008 |
Q: Head lights,radio,high fan,buzzers,interior lights and clock stop working intermediately,but ...
A: .. check the fuseable links under the hood...there are a few in the wiring and should be one on the ...
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| My 1992 chev. truck | 10/29/2008 |
Q: My question is I had an other motor install in my truck and new alternator and new battery, and when ...
A: ... when you turn on the ac the rpm drops that will be why your alt volts also drops...use a ...
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| Chevrolet Silverado Shimmy | 10/28/2008 |
Q: Robert; I have a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado V6 with 114K miles. This truck has always had a shimmy ...
A: ... there could be a couple different things...check the front wheel brgs for play. check front end ...
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| chevy 2.5 exhaust header 88 | 10/28/2008 |
Q: how to remove and replace? thank you
A: ... that really doesn't tell me much... 1988 what? with a 2.5 S10 pick up , cavalier, sunbird, ...
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| Truck starts then stops after 2 seconds | 10/27/2008 |
Q: 2004 Chevy z71 5.3l. Truck turns over starts for two seconds then shuts off. Key comes up as unknown ...
A: .. sounds like you have a chip problem in the key...in the GM passlock 2 antitheft system the truck ...
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| engine question | 10/26/2008 |
Q: I'm rebuilding a 350 chevy engine 1980. I have the crank in and the heads on. How do I know where ...
A: ... if you put #1 cyl up at TDC it will be at TDC untill you put the cam in...install your cam and ...
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| 2000 chevrolet | 10/24/2008 |
Q: My 2000 chevy truck has push button 4 wheel drive, the lights dont light up on the push button and I ...
A: ... you won't get any codes for the 4x4 system... and the buttons are rarely the problem...you may ...
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| 1997 Chev Suburban door handle | 10/24/2008 |
Q: Robert - Driver's side interior door hand is broken loose snd just hangs in place. I have to put ...
A: .. most of it just pops off...there are some screws in the door at the door handle... they may be ...
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| 1997 Blazer Brakes | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I have a 97 Blazer and am having a little problem with the brakes. First, they're soft to me. ...
A: ... spongey brake pedal usually means that you have air in the brake system... bleed the brakes... ...
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| vacuum leak in the intake | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I have taken my truck to the chevy dealer and they ran a diagnostics test on it since it has been ...
A: .. if you have a vacum leak in the intake the best thing to do is take the intake off and install ...
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| engine light... | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I have a 93 Chevy S10 blazer 4.3 Vortec auto 4x4. It has the CEL on/off lately for the past two ...
A: ... if you are getting a code 32 it is a map sensor problem...if you want to know for sure you need ...
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| Transfer case vacuum switch | 10/21/2008 |
Q: my grandfather has a 1993 Chevy silverado 1 ton, 4x4. his four wheel drive no longer engages. i went ...
A: ... there is a couple of differant places. usually the vacum solonids are under the hood on the ...
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| GMC Jimmy oil pressure drops/tapping or knocking sound | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure if this is the type of question you can help me with, but I will attempt to explain ...
A: ... i hope you went back to that store and told them they didn't do the job right or at least had ...
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| 2005 Chevy Malibu | 10/19/2008 |
Q: We bought it used this summer. Now that it's cold and we try to use the heater, it doesn't work. ...
A: ... I haven't heard of any problems....what isn't working...is it that you just have no heat...i ...
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| 2500 dies while driving.. wont' start some days.. | 10/17/2008 |
Q: I have a '93 Chevy 2500 pickup - running down the road the engine just shuts down on me, I sit by ...
A: ... check the cap rotor and coil....coil could be breaking down when it gets hot...i have seen those ...
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| Reversed polarity | 10/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 1983 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck with a rebuilt 305 engine, a/t and all power. I ...
A: ... thats a strange one....check to see if you have any cables that are grounds touching any 12 volt ...
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| radiator flush/fill | 10/16/2008 |
Q: 1998 chevy cavalier, leak comming from under motor near frame. how do i flush system and refill the ...
A: ... you will have to fill thru the coolent recovery bottle... to drain unscrew the petcock on the ...
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| 1998 Chevy 1500 5.7L Low Voltage | 10/16/2008 |
Q: I have replaced the alternator and battery 3 times over three years. The Voltage meter on dash ...
A: ... voltage at the battery post on the alt should read when running 14.0 or better without any load. ...
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| 1992 chevy S10 bazer 4.3 vin W vortec | 10/11/2008 |
Q: This problem has stump me.I have a fair bit knowledge but this one won.To start it idles great but ...
A: ... did you do a fuel drop down test...pressure line with gauge attached...leave for a bit...does ...
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| Not so funny noise | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I have completed the swap to a 350 and now I'm getting a noise when I'm driving, sounds like maybe ...
A: ... if noise was in the engine or trans it would be there always...seems you have noise only under ...
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| 4X4 Problems | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 1988 Chevy Cheyenne and I accidentally left it in 4 hi for a while and drove on it. I know ...
A: .. well leaving it in 4 hi shouldn't have hurt it unless you had some problems in the first ...
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| 1996 1500 4.3 vortec rough idle | 10/10/2008 |
Q: Recently accquired this truck from my deceased father and cannot figure out why it won't idle well. ...
A: .. if it's been sitting for a time a good fuel cond. would help, or some good inj cleaner.. if rough ...
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| 1992 chevy s10 4x4 blazer | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I traded my car for this truck thinking it would be a easy fix. well so far it hasn't been. It is a ...
A: .. check the ign module.... also check that you have power to the coil with key on...check ...
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| tapping noise from under the hood | 10/8/2008 |
Q: Ok, I have a chevy caprice 1992, only 63000 original miles! and I have had its oil changed every ...
A: ... have you checked to see if there is enough oil in the engine...sometimes when people get ...
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| motor problems?? | 10/7/2008 |
Q: my cousin let me borrow his 1980 Chevy Luv truck, the past 2 weeks it has been backfiring, my son ...
A: ... back fire could be caused by several things... check that cat converter is not plugged, check ...
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| losing power to fuel pump | 10/7/2008 |
Q: i have a 98 chevy blazer s10 that keeps losing power to the fuel pump. relay works and new oil ...
A: .. do you have power out of the relay for 3 seconds when you turn on the key.... if not check to ...
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| Swapping a 305tbi with a 350tbi | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 1991 c1500 and the stock 305 needs rebuilt, instead of this I've decided to upgrade to the ...
A: ... if you transfer everything from you engine to the new one you should be ok...if you are worried ...
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| Chevy S10 engine problems | 10/5/2008 |
Q: Robert, My 1995 Chevy S10 V4 2.2L 2WD pick up is giving me trouble. It would sporadically start to ...
A: .. becuase after you cleand connections it seemed to be better for a while i would believe that the ...
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| TH350 trans | 10/5/2008 |
Q: I have a TH350 that was rebuilt (twice now) and still won't shift out of first. If you have it in ...
A: .. Check the vacum to the trans...make sure you have lots...(no intake leaks) if thats ok check kick ...
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| Dimmer Switch | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I have an 86' GMC Crew Cab Dually I bought the truck just a week ago and when I went to turn the ...
A: ... it could be in either spot....some one may have put a jumper in the wire if it was on the ...
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| Bad Vibration: 1979 Chevy C10 Bonanza | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 1979 Chevy C10 Bonanza P/U. I bought it used and the engine has been either rebuilt or ...
A: ... it could be a couple of differant things.... check the harmonic balancer, it is located on the ...
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| Noisy exhaust mystery | 10/2/2008 |
Q: 1991 Chevy Cavalier wagon, 2.2. My Cavalier wagon has a bit of an exhaust noise that sound like a ...
A: i would look at the manifold... check for leaks where the manifold connects to the head...it will ...
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| ECM replacement | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 C1500 in my shopThat started with a fuel pumpp problem. The engine died no fuel pump ...
A: ... did you check to see if the fuel pump relay was ok....the prime circut is triggered by turning ...
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| ignition coil | 9/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 1987 305 chevy engine in my 1934 ford cabriolet. The ignition coil has gone out, I have ...
A: ... do you by chance have the coil laying down...if you do change it so it stands upright....too ...
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| brake pad replacement | 9/30/2008 |
Q: I know you are a Chevy man but the Astro van is so close to my Safari that I hope you can answer. I ...
A: ... i have never run into that ...but you can change pads by removing the pad saddle...there should ...
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| what's the squeal all about??? | 9/29/2008 |
Q: just replaced the starter solenoid in my 87 chevy r-10 pick up, starts up real good, but now ...
A: .. when you took out starter did you leave out any shims.... if starter too close to fly wheel it ...
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| '89 Chev C2500 PU Losing Coolant | 9/29/2008 |
Q: Our old Chev PU is losing coolant when driven. We have seen no puddles beneath the vehicle, there ...
A: .. sounds like a head gasket problem.... if you have coolent leaking into several cyls at the same ...
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| 1994 chevy lumina shorting | 9/27/2008 |
Q: The alternator shows a charge when it is running. When the van sits completely shut off, over night, ...
A: .. check to see if things like glove box,trunk, under hood or int. lights staying on. make sure ...
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| 97 Z71 Rear Electrical Problems | 9/27/2008 |
Q: 1997 Chevy Z71. Couple months ago replaced left rear taillight circuit board, no problems. ...
A: ... well there could be a bunch of problems....right side circut board... was it new or used...try ...
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| '94 Chev Beretta defrost not blowing much | 9/26/2008 |
Q: When i turn on the defrost it does not blow much onto the windshield. It does not matter how much i ...
A: .. check to see if anything has fallen down thru defrost and is jaming the vent door...if not that ...
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| brake light switch | 9/25/2008 |
Q: how to replace brake light swithch on a 2000 chevy crew cab 2500 4x4
A: ... you will have to cram yourself under the dash and on top of the brake pedal arm is the brake ...
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| 1996 Impala SS w/ LT1 motor | 9/24/2008 |
Q: My car does not put out heat. I changed thermostat which helped for a while. My chevy parts ...
A: ... those engines are really hard to bleed out the air after you change stat....make sure that you ...
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| turbo 350 | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I have installed a chevy small block and TH350 in my 54 chevy. Everything seemed to work fine.When I ...
A: .. check that the trans is really full... if it is run it for a while without moving till trans is ...
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| Impala brakes | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I have an `02 Impala base with NO ABS and 4 wheel disc brakes. It has over 300 000KMs on it. 5 times ...
A: ... I will assume that when you do this that you clean and lube the caliper sliders ( pins that ...
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| Caprice AC Under Hood vacuum hoses | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 1978 Caprice that runs great but the air flow only comes out at the floor. Under the hood I ...
A: ... There should be a vacum pot that it goes to if i am thinking of the proper vacum line.... the ...
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| 1994 Chevy Suburban 4x4 | 9/16/2008 |
Q: The truck will start and run fine at first. But after about 5 minutes the truck will start to lose ...
A: ... two things to check besides cleaning the idle air control...check that EGR is working, or stuck ...
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| 1993 chevy 2500 | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I have recently bought a 1993 chevy 2500 2 wheel drive I bought this truck knowing It had a ...
A: ... there could be a problem if the TV cable is not adjusted properly... first check fluid level, ...
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| 93 chevy truck lock cylinder | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I have a 93 c1500 4x2 5.7......someone tried to bust the lock cylinder out and now the key is stuck ...
A: ... if the lock cyl is damaged you will need to change it... i cannot send pictures on here but if ...
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| chevy repair | 9/11/2008 |
Q: i have a 235 engine on a1952 chevy when i drive it at 70mph for 10 min. or so it begines to get ...
A: ... do you have oil pressure and temp gauge... if you do are they electric or manual... you need to ...
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| Passenger side blowing heat during a/c mode | 9/10/2008 |
Q: (04 tahoe)During a/c mode the heater is blowing only on the passenger side while the driver side ...
A: ...most problems that are heat/cold related usually end up being the heater control panel...because ...
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| 1991 Chevy Caprice | 9/9/2008 |
Q: How do you get the wheel off a 1991 Chevy Caprice? Does this require special tools? My son just ...
A: ... first is it an alum wheel or steel...does it have a lock nut ... if it does there should be a ...
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| Our 1994 GMC Jimmy won't start all the way | 9/8/2008 |
Q: My 1994 GMC Jimmy has been acting weird. It won't start when it is wet or moist outside. It won't ...
A: ... when did you last tune this truck up.... if it starts ok when it is warm and dry i would suspect ...
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| door panel 2003 chevy malibu | 9/7/2008 |
Q: My back window in my chevy all of a sudden stopped rolling up the motor is working and every once in ...
A: ... it sounds like you have a bad window regulator...you will need to remove the door panel... look ...
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| Fixing a big dent in a 2004 Tahoe | 9/7/2008 |
Q: How do you get access to the right rear of a 2004 Tahoe? (side of gas tank)I tried coming from ...
A: ... both layers are spot welded together.... the best way to get that dent out would be with a spot ...
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| 2000 Silverado 2500 stuttering | 9/6/2008 |
Q: i have a 2000 chevy silverado 2500 with the 6.0. When i try starting the truck it has a hard time ...
A: ... try installing a scan tool... see what codes come up... correct the problems and then test ...
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| 1993 chevy cavilear tranny problem | 9/5/2008 |
Q: as of the last 4 or 5 months my car will not switch gears when it gets to about 30 mph. i can get ...
A: ... install a scan tool and read codes... repair any problems that it may have...on the trans check ...
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| Parking Brake Light | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I just replaced the battery in my 96 Chevy cavalier, 67k mi 2.2L 4c & now my Parking brake light ...
A: ..try unhooking the battery again turn on the lights and wait 10 sec... shut off the lights and ...
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| GM 3 wire temp sensor | 9/4/2008 |
Q: On my friends 93 GrandAm, I'm looking at a problem where the electric fan doesn't come on, and I've ...
A: ... you are probably right...if there is no ground at the cts the fan will not come on.the reason ...
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| 1989 S10 miss | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I have an 89 4x4 S10 with a 2.8 and a 5speed. During warm up, the injectors will shut off for approx ...
A: ... did you get any codes for the 02 sensor...if not move on to the ign module...the one in the ...
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| 2000 chevy s-10 4.3 liter | 9/3/2008 |
Q: i have replaced the fuel pump, the regulator, and the fuel filter and my truck will still not start. ...
A: .. first check to see if you have fuel pressure at the fuel rail, disconnect the line at the ...
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| 97 Venture oil pan removal | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I would like to remove the oil pan on a 1997 Chevy Venture with a 3.4 L engine. Will I have enough ...
A: ...You may have to lower the frame assembly....i have managed to get them out if you undo the bolts ...
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| Chevy Suburban 1995 | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Speedometer bouncing up & down,sometimes would quit working completly. Now rpm gauge is not working ...
A: ... check the speed sensor in the trans...install a scan tool and drive the truck, watch the speed ...
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| fuel tank | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I am replacing a fuel sending unit and fuel filter in my 84 chevy and I have the tank out and it is ...
A: ... No real easy way to do that...if rust is bad ,maybe consider getting a new tank. there shouldn't ...
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| chev van | 8/26/2008 |
Q: why does my service engine soon light stay on
A: .. could be many reasons... the computer has senced a fault somewhere in the engine management ...
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| 1995 Z-71 t-case | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I have 95 z-71 4x4 auto tranny manual shift 4 wheel drive that will not engage into four wheel high ...
A: .. I take it that truck has auto locking front drive...check the vacum that goes to the cable pot ...
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| rear view mirror | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 Chevy S-10 extended cab pickup. Today as I got into the truck I noticed that my rear ...
A: .. most glass places will reinstall that for you at a very minimal cost...if what happened is that ...
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| 1969 chevy inline 6 cyl. 250 cid | 8/23/2008 |
Q: can you tell me the valve adjustment sequence as per every 90 degrees of crankshaft revolution?
A: ... the best way to set them dry is to set at .025 clearance when relaxed. then fire engine once you ...
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| ABS AND BRAKE SENSOR | 8/22/2008 |
Q: WHY DOES MY BRAKE AND THE ABS LIGHT TURN ON ALL THE TIME ON MY 2001 CHEVY SURBURBAN 5.3?
A: ... ABS light should come on when you start the truck and stay on for around 5 sec. if it stays on ...
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| HELP!!!!! | 8/22/2008 |
Q: i recently took my cadallyic converter off because it needed to be guted and i couldnt find someone ...
A: ... first i need to know what motor is in the car, from what you describe you have overheated the ...
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| engine running rough | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I have an 88 chevy s10 pickuup 4X4. 2.8 L V6 Automatic. I have had some problems with this truck. I ...
A: .. the computer controls timing...is the timing with computer wire to dist unpluged set at 0 (base ...
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| about my Chevy pick up | 8/20/2008 |
Q: I been having problems with my 1998 chevy Pickup misfiring when the vehicle is cold. I have tune it ...
A: ... you will need to check on a scan tool to see which cyl is misfiring...once you know which one ...
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| Windshield Wiper / Turn Signal Arm Replacement | 8/19/2008 |
Q: 2003 Silverado Replacement of the Turn Signal / Windshield Wiper Control / Cruise Control Control ...
A: ...to replace the arm you just unplug the connection and push in on the arm and turn i beleve ...
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| 94 Chevy 4 x4 5.7 liter engine sqeals | 8/19/2008 |
Q: Recently the engine began to squeal a high pitch whine, took off serpentine belt, ran engine and ...
A: ... check for cracked or broken vacum lines, vacum leaks around the throttle body and the shaft that ...
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| chevy | 8/13/2008 |
Q: my chevy tahoe 04' at first had the check fuel cap, and i did. Then a day after my check engine ...
A: ... make sure the cap is on right turn tight till it clicks...engine light will stay on till it has ...
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| 1967 Corvette stingray | 8/12/2008 |
Q: My dad has a 1967 Stingray Coupe. It has a 427 engine. The problem lately is after driving the ...
A: ...do you mean that it does that when shutting down like a run on (engine wants to stay running even ...
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| Wipers | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 95 C1500, 350ci auto 2wd. The problem is when I went to turn the wipers on nothing ...
A: .. wiper switch is in the coloum...you have to take the cover off around the coloum to get at the ...
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| Passenger side motor mount '94 Silverado | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I need to replace the passenger side motor mount. I have a 4.3 L V-6 and have already replaced the ...
A: .. i have never run into that but anything on cars today is possable....is it a torx head bolt....i ...
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| Downshift Solenoid | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 2.2l 1997 Chevy Cavalier 4dr and I was wanting to know why my car doesn't go into a passing ...
A: .. does that car have a TV cable...it is a second cable that goes from the throttle link to the ...
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| cooling fan malfunction | 8/9/2008 |
Q: 93 camaro 3.4L cooling fan not coming on at temp. climb. New (ECM) and (ECT). checked green wire ...
A: .. fan should come on at any where from 90 to 105 C. if not comming on and relay is good check ...
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| 2003 chev express van 6.0 ltr | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I'm on vacation 1000 miles from home. Engine check light went on a few days ago with periodic rough ...
A: .. How many miles since last tune up, if it is less than 20 thousand miles i wouldn't think you ...
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| engine swap info | 8/7/2008 |
Q: i have 1991 chevy astro van. the head gasket blew. and has 275,000 miles on her. i have a 2003 6 ...
A: the best way to do that swap would be to use the complete harness out of late model astro van. you ...
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| 1997 k1500 silverado extra cab 4wd | 8/7/2008 |
Q: it seems to have a really bad miss. when you are driving it at about 30mph it will cut off for ...
A: ... Do you have a lab scope, if you do connect it to the ign module and set the parade as slow as ...
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| chevy cavalier windshield wipers | 8/6/2008 |
Q: my wipers recently gave out and are now stuck in an upright position. Could this be a fuse? I was ...
A: .. could be a fuse or bad wiper motor... location of the fuse will be in your owners manual...there ...
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| Noisy lifter | 8/6/2008 |
Q: Alright...This one might be tricky or very easy. I have a 1949 chevy with a 216 straight six with a ...
A: if you believe it's a noisy lifter there is a couple of things you can try to make it quiet...try ...
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| Turn Signals on 2002 Impala | 7/30/2008 |
Q: My turn signals on my 2002 Impala will work one minute and stop the next sometime while their ...
A: check the flasher first. locate it by turning on the signal and follow the noise...sometimes they ...
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| strange noise | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Recently my 2003 chevy taho has started making a strange clicking/whirring noise when I accelerate. ...
A: .. could be all kinds of things, bad u joints, something caught in the brakes and or backing plate ...
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| Moog Sway Bar Bushings | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have a '93 Chevrolet C1500. How do you install the sway bar bushings?
A: which bushings...the ones on the bar or at the end at the lower control arm... at the control arm ...
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| 4x4 is not engaging | 7/27/2008 |
Q: check fluid -it is good..When I shifted into 4x4 it didn't engaged..only 2x2 worked..it is a 1987 ...
A: .. check the vacum at the vacum pot it will be under the battery i believe in that year. it's the ...
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| 97 silverado 6.5 turbo desiel | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I got this truck in Oct. last year and it ran great until April this year just driving down the road ...
A: ... well it could be a couple of things.... check for a pinched or blocked fuel line. if ok check ...
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| oil pressure gauge goes up and down | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I own an 88' Chevy Silverado 4x4 P-up truck. It has approximately 96K miles and is as strong as an ...
A: .... first is that a manual or electric gauge...if electric try changing the oil pressure sending ...
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| Getting check engine code P0452 | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 Chevy S10 4 wheel drive 4.3 Vortec engine that had the fuel pump changed 2 monthes ...
A: .. that may not be your problem...check your fuel cap...it has a valve in it that maybe stuck ...
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| brakes | 7/23/2008 |
Q: how do you get the brake drum off after you take the axle off on a 1978chey c10pickup
A: .. usually the drum comes off first....if you have pulled the axel and drum is still on it must be ...
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| Air Conditioning | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I have 1980 Corvette. Air conditioning not blowing cold. What do I need to check to be sure system ...
A: .. red tech has a kit you can buy and has full instructions on how to install it...does compressor ...
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| 2000 Chevy Malibu | 7/18/2008 |
Q: How to fix a Chevy Malibu when the turning has stiffened up? I applied power steering fluid and it ...
A: .. is your leak in the lines or the pump or the steering rack...you will need to find where the leak ...
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| Starter wires | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 1997 chevy cavalier 2.4 and a couple wires got poped and I dont know where they got. I was ...
A: ... wires to the starter will be, the larger two will go to the solonid input...(large post at top) ...
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| Passlock? PCM? '97 Cavalier won't start! =( | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I am hoping you can help me, as I am totally lost here! *sigh* First, I have a 1997 Cavalier, ...
A: .. when you replaced the harness were all the wires in that harness the same colors as the one you ...
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| Tahoe LT | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I have checked the spark and changed the fuel pump but I can't seem to corect an Intermittent ...
A: ... all autos today have rev limiters on them. when you rev the truck in park it will cut out so no ...
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| 1981 Z28 heater core replacement | 7/16/2008 |
Q: how do I go about changing the heater core is it under dash or under the hood?Any other info would ...
A: ... it's under the dash... and it's a whole lot of fun to do....there is really no way to tell you ...
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| 99 tahoe won't start | 7/15/2008 |
Q: 99 tahoe won't start. It turns over good, it even tries to start but it won't start.
A: ... well it could be all kinds of things causing that...first see if you may have flooded it...do ...
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| need help | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 98 chevrolet Z-71 K1500 with a 5.7 350 vortec and my air conditioner works but the ...
A: .. check the actuator on the side of the heater box...see if when you move the control from outside ...
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| 1995 Chevy Astro Van | 7/14/2008 |
Q: When I start my van, the idling surges up and then down to almost a sputter, mostly when the weather ...
A: ... you could have a vacum problem, check all vac lines, make sure they are not cracked sucking air ...
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| 1999 express 1500 chevy van | 7/14/2008 |
Q: have A 99 VAN 4.3 W WAS WET IN CAP REPLACED cam sensor cap and rotor then was still missing so ...
A: .. base timing is at 0 computer controls it once you turn engine over...by chance did you flood ...
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| gmc truck help please | 7/13/2008 |
Q: I have an 88 gmc 350 it was idling at the car wash I went to leave and it died and will not start ...
A: ..well you were at the car wash so that would tell me you need a tune up...check cap, rotor and ...
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| variation crankshaft relearning | 7/13/2008 |
Q: i have a 2000 k3500 1 ton 4wd 6.5 diesel pickup i need to know how to relearn the variation ...
A: ... all relearns are done thru the computer, start truck and allow to run, computer will then ...
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| 92 chevy astro stutters, surges and stalls | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I have a Chevy Astro, 92, that while driving, suddenly stalled and has been running rough ever ...
A: .. surging and stalling is not always a fuel problem...check the ign module, bad coil, do you have ...
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| Fuel pump | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 chevy k1500 4x4 recently it has had a hard time starting. After work one day i went to ...
A: ...there is no shut off....the pump will only run for 3 seconds with the key on...there is however a ...
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| chevy 4.3 | 7/11/2008 |
Q: have a 1998 blazer when i first start it,it will run rough until i drive about a 1/8 mile then its ...
A: ..when was the last time you had a tune up?... if not too long ago check the fuel filter and or put ...
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| 197 chevy blazer fuel issues | 7/10/2008 |
Q: i just recently changed the fuel pump on my 1997 blazer.after changing the pump i did the normal ...
A: .. can you hear the pump turn on... do you have fuel pressure at the rail...check fuse and ...
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| adding freon | 7/10/2008 |
Q: where is the valve for adding freon to my 1997 Buick lasabre 3.8 engine, I can only locate the one ...
A: ..follow the A/C lines from the compressor... the low pressure side is the one you want to use...it ...
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| AC Recharge | 7/9/2008 |
Q: It's nice to see someone from Ontario on this site. Anyway, my question is as follows: I own a 98 ...
A: ...the trouble with r134a is that it doesn't cool like freon and after a while from being compressed ...
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| transmision shift delay | 7/9/2008 |
Q: My '88 Chevy wagon with 88,000 mi., 305ci V8 and 700R transmission takes 2 to 4 seconds to go into ...
A: ... when was the last time you had the trans flushed and a new filter installed...the delay could be ...
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| '93 Astro Van | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a '93 Astro Van with a V6 auto. I drove it home and now it won't start. The headlights and ...
A: .. check the fuel pump...when you turn key on you should hear pump run for 3 seconds...try tapping ...
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| 2003 Chevy Tahoe Air | 7/8/2008 |
Q: MY kids have a 2003 tahoe and have been having trouble getting the correct fix.the air conditioner ...
A: ... did they give you a reason why the belt flew off... check the belt tensioner...what kind of ...
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| air condition won' work | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 chevy full size 2500 4x4 and the ac wont accept a charge the cluch is engaged and some ...
A: ... i don't have those specs right handy here but your Hi side is way too hi....try bleeding off ...
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| rv temp gauge going high in stop and go traffic | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 1994 motorhome with a 454 chevy.I just purchased it at the end of last year.My first long ...
A: .. check to see if the core of the rad is plugged not allowing air flow....if ok you may want to ...
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| 03 monte carlo security light | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I have 2003 monte carlo. the security light has been on for some time now. the head lights and ...
A: .. if it is factory installed system it is hard to bypass. i would think you have a wiring issue as ...
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| 1999 Chevy Silverado Wouldn't Start | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I was driving fine, the next day I went to start my truck it cranks but would not start, I changed ...
A: ... did you check to see if fuel pump is working... when you turn key to on it should come on and ...
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| 2004 Chevy Tahoe AC | 6/27/2008 |
Q: In advance, thank you for your time. I have a 2004 Chevy Tahoe that has AC problems. I recharged it ...
A: ...does your A/C compressor come on and stay on while you have the A/C button on....if pump starts ...
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| problems after tune-up | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I brought my vehicle in for a tune-up. Soon after i picked up my vehicle, i started driving up hill ...
A: ... what did they do for a tune up...did they replace ign wires...if they did check to see if they ...
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| 99 Chevy Suburban inside car hood latch | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I went to pop my hood inside the car and it the plastic latch that you pull up is broken. Is there ...
A: ... you will need to replace the cable... but to open hood in the mean time...take a pair of vice ...
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| 01 chevy lumina check engine codes | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I tride to pass emitions when it turned off for half a day. Now I'm getting trouble codes P0507 ICS ...
A: ... make sure that you plugged everything back in after you changed intake gasket...if everything ...
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| 1995 S-10 | 6/23/2008 |
Q: Just bought it and was told a/c didn't work, so when I was heading home with it I turned on the knob ...
A: .. you must have a short in the heater control circut...check wiring under dash and see if any wires ...
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| 2001 zr2 no injector pulse | 6/21/2008 |
Q: i recently put a new pump, filter, cap, rotor, plugs, wires on my 2001 zr2. i have had a problem ...
A: ... it is not nessery to reset computer...if you put in a new pump... check the wires at the ...
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| 99 Chevy Blazer Oil Cooler Line Replacement | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I'm replacing one of the engine cooler lines (Dorman 625-001) on my 99 Chevy Blazer (4.3L V6, 4WD, ...
A: . is this line you are removing the one you are replacing... if it is and is no good just cut it to ...
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| chevrolet engine miss | 6/18/2008 |
Q: 1998 chevrolet 1500 - 350 vortec v-8- my truck has a sparatic miss to it that I cannot figure out. ...
A: ... check the coil, also take a look at parts you have changed... sometimes new doesn't mean ...
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| 1991 "umina APV Front end creeking | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 1991 chevy Lumina APV van. When turning right or left, the front end seems to make a ...
A: .. take a look at your upper strut mount bearings...if they are binding they can make that noise.... ...
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| Electrical issue 95 camero | 6/17/2008 |
Q: my 95 camero AC was working fine then stopped working checked all fueses and relays,also radiator ...
A: .. when you checked fuses did you check to see if the fuse panel had power going to it... check the ...
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| '93 S-10 Blazer "bucks" and surges | 6/16/2008 |
Q: .. I've got a '93 s-10 blazer with a 4.3 vortec V-6 engine. The problem is that the motor has ...
A: .. check for a vacum leak... check all hoses and around the intake... a propane bottle will ...
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| Blazer Problem | 6/15/2008 |
Q: Ok recently i have been having a hard time getting my 98 blazer to start it turns over however what ...
A: ..check to see if the fuel pump comes on when you turn ket to on...should run for 3 seconds... if ...
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| 2000 Chevy Venture Brake Problem | 6/14/2008 |
Q: I Have a 2000 Chevy venture LT 3.4L V6 and today when we left the house the brake pedal went all the ...
A: .. couple things to check.... master cyl leaking... look at the back of it where it attaches to the ...
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| Replace radio antenna on 2002 Tahoe | 6/13/2008 |
Q: My radio antenna on my 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe broke off. The problem I have is that the cable, attach ...
A: ... There really is no trick, and they are fun to do...you have to unplug from the radio undo the ...
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| 1998 s10 air conditioning | 6/9/2008 |
Q: The A/C in my 98 s10 blew hot, and the compressor didnt kick on. I took an initial reading for ...
A: ... if your compressor is hot there is not enough coolent in the system...if you are using the red ...
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| 2002 blazer radiator | 6/7/2008 |
Q: my 2002 chevy blazer with 143,000 miles needs a new radiator, whatkind of radiator would i need and ...
A: ...call around to local parts stores have your truck info and ask for pricing... you may need the ...
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| ac problem | 6/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 chevy express van.I repaired the ac system last summer and it did well.After setting all ...
A: ..your problem could be two things...one, not enough coolent...or bad pressure cut off switch... ...
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| 97 Chev Venture Van- Backfiring, Chugging etc. | 6/5/2008 |
Q: We bought this van last fall, it ran fine then sat all winter. Now it stalls when going under ...
A: ... well if your van sat all winter i would look at the fuel system....gas turns to varnish when it ...
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| 2000 Chevy Cavalier | 6/4/2008 |
Q: My 2000 Cavalier has been overheated like crazy. I constantly put water in it and before I reach my ...
A: .. you could have one of several problems...have someone check your thermostat and cooling ...
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| suburban | 6/3/2008 |
Q: i have a 03 chevy suburban and the battery light blinks on/off and say the battery is not charging ...
A: .. check the alt and battery connections...check the system with a volt meter...should be 14v at the ...
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| door latch | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I figured it's the door latch. Do you have any idea if there is a website to order one from? Thanks
A: ... your local dealer or parts store should be able to help... before you buy the part check to see ...
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| dead battery | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 01 Tahoe and recently after not driving it for a couple days the battery is dead. New ...
A: ... i never came across that before but that should not be enough of a draw to kill the battery over ...
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| 1992 camaro 3.1 | 5/31/2008 |
Q: My sons car gets hot,around 220,fan not running,also CO levels are high, it failed local emisions ...
A: .. first see if fan relay is working... relay should kick in at around 90C + or - 10 if relay not ...
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| 86 Chev. Celebrity 2.5 | 5/31/2008 |
Q: The air filter seems to be blocked with dirt and oil. What could be causing this problem? Could the ...
A: .. dirty air filter could be blow by caused by the miles on the car... as rings wear they allow ...
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| 1986 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Distributor | 5/30/2008 |
Q: Recently, a tow truck driver unplugged the electrical connection on the distributor of my 1986 ...
A: .. the plug will go on the side of the dist cap and plug in upwards. there should be two connections ...
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| 96 chevy blazer alarm system . | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I dont have the remote. I really don't know if it factory or not,all I see is the stickers on my ...
A: ... if you call dealer with vin# they can tell you if it is factory alarm system and get you the ...
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| 2005 Impala Wiper Crank Arm | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I've found the source of the problem with the wipers and need to replace the wiper crank arm ...
A: .. you can try local parts stores and see if they have aftermarket ones . or try a wrecking yard ...
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| 92 blazer manual transmission | 5/28/2008 |
Q: Where do I add fluid to a 92 blazer manual transmission? Does it take 4 pints of fluid? Thank you.
A: ... there will be a plug on the side of the trans... depending on the trans make it could be on ...
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| 98 Chevy Malibu 3.1L Takes Gas VERY Slowly!!! | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have had my 98 Malibu 3.1L for a little over 2 years. I've had this problem twice. The first time, ...
A: .. yes there are vents in the system...one goes to charcoal cannister under the hood. check to see ...
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| Wiper Motor | 5/22/2008 |
Q: I drive a 1983 Camaro with delay wipers.Recently when I try to use my wipers, I have only 1 speed ...
A: ... i would check the switch....but if you only have one speed that is usually the wiper ...
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| 2000 Chevy Venture Warner Brothers Addition | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I resently bought this van. Everything seemed to be going great except 1 thing. The steering was ...
A: ...when you say not turning right do you mean that it will not turn or it is hard to turn....i would ...
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| 1999 Chevy Camaro V6 | 5/16/2008 |
Q: My camaro has had a problem with drying out and building up gunky greasy deposits in the radiator ...
A: .. yes it could be converter causing overheat and loss of power problem.... the problem with the ...
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| 2002 gmc denali 6.0 | 5/16/2008 |
Q: has a miss fire code randoom po300 and then has a code for miss fire on cylinders 1 3 5 7 i did ...
A: ... do you have a scan tool with a lab scope... if you can get one try using lab scope on the ign ...
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| 1996 CHEVY SUBURBAN TEMP GAUGE | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 1996 chevy suburban 1/2 ton 6 cylinder, that is reaading high temps on the gauge. Went to ...
A: .. When you replaced the temp sending unit you should have refilled the system with coolant, then ...
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| intermittent fuel pump problems | 5/14/2008 |
Q: Here is my tale...I have a 1998 Chevy P/U, 5.7Vortec, Auto, 110000miles. Replaced fuel pump in 2006. ...
A: .. it sounds like a connection problem...check panel where relay is for corrosion, a good spray ...
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| 2001 Malibu | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I have a 2001 malibu.When driving and hit a bump in the street. The car will cut off and I will not ...
A: .. try a wiggle test...with the car running wiggle the wiring under the hood and see if you can make ...
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| GM stuck in 4wd | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I tried fixing my Blazer 2000 that's stuck in 4-hi. The suction is constant and keeps it in 4-hi at ...
A: ... it is an actuator... and it should be electric. tap it a couple times and then try switching it ...
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| Adding Freon | 5/8/2008 |
Q: I can't get the freon to go into the A/C System on my 1998 Chevy Prizm. I start the car, turn the ...
A: ... i am not sure what system you are using but when you pull the trigger is it opening the ...
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| 97 monte carlo | 5/7/2008 |
Q: How do replace a starter in a '97 Monte Carlo?
A: .. you don't say which engine.... you will have to remove the trans cover, maybe exhaust (not on all ...
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| Starter or something else? | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I've got an 89 suburban, 4wd, 350. The other day after driving it all morning I went out to leave, ...
A: ... check connections at the starter and battery for corrosion. to check fuse links try pulling on ...
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| 2005 Malibu brake lights not working | 4/29/2008 |
Q: Where is the fuse for the brake lights I've got 3 panels & they show nothing about brake lights ...
A: .. brake light switch is located at the top of the brake pedal arm....under the dash... it will be ...
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| power window repair | 4/26/2008 |
Q: My mother has a 2000 chevy venture. The power window quit working . Does it have a fuse for the ...
A: ... check the power window relay in the fuse panel. if other windows work chances are that it needs ...
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| 2001 Yukon with multiple codes | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 2001 Yukon 4.8 2wdrive that we bought new. I've not had any serious problems. ...
A: i would have to do some investagating but i would suspect that a complete tune up would help. spark ...
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| 96 vette | 4/25/2008 |
Q: hey bro, i got a 96 vette with a pro charger supercharger and intercooler on it. it has been dyno ...
A: ... sounds like you may have hydrolocked the engine....it's loaded up with fuel and will lock up ...
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| 2003 CHevy Truck | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 2003 chevy pickup. Yesterday me keyless entry, and power lock, window, and mirror all on ...
A: ... there are differant fuses for those things and if the fuse blew boths sides would quit... check ...
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| 1988 chevy cavalier | 4/24/2008 |
Q: I own a 1988 chevy cavalier with over 200k on it but just resently my feul gage is like stuck and i ...
A: .. if all other gauges are working then chances are the problem is the wiring at the tank or the ...
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| 1994 camaro | 4/24/2008 |
Q: I am not sure what my problem is? Recently about two weeks ago, i noticed that my acceleration was ...
A: ... well could be a couple of problems, check for plugged cat converter, make sure engine has ...
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| battery dying on 2001 suburban | 4/23/2008 |
Q: why does my alert bell start to ring when i remove my key from the ignition like i have left the ...
A: check the alt and see if regulator is staying live after you shut key off.if it's ok check the chime ...
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| 89 gmc 5.7 4x4 | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Temp. guage in cluster not working. I have a new temp. guage with a copper wire and a fitting for ...
A: .. you will need to leave in the orig temp sensor as the PCM needs that info for the fuel management ...
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| 1993 chevy 1500 4x4 TBI | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Im have problems with my truck flooding, it is a all stock 350 with TBI injection, but me and my dad ...
A: ... did you chip the PCM. or leave in the stock one... if you reinstalled everything correctly and ...
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| Intermittant starter problems | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have a 1984 Chevy K10 that fails to start every so often. There does not seem to be any lack of ...
A: .. some where in the start system you have a bad or dirty connection. check battery connections and ...
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| Spark plugs | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have A Z-34 Lumana ,V-6 2 door. What kind of spark plugs do I use. I have new ones ,but dose it ...
A: .. there should be a tag under the hood that will tell you what plugs to use. as far as brand goes ...
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| 1996 Chevy Full Size Van AC Fan Issues | 4/22/2008 |
Q: When I switch to max ac the fan does not blow at high speed. Changing the control from max to normal ...
A: .. check the plug at the fan and see if you have a change of voltage as you move the control thur ...
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| bad idlie | 4/22/2008 |
Q: i have a 1994 chevy z71 it has bad idle and i have changed the tps sensor (that is the code the car ...
A: .. check MAP sensor, check for a plugged cat converter, bad o2 sensor.just because they don't trip a ...
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| 2004 Tahoe AC blowing hot air | 4/21/2008 |
Q: This just started, it happens on vent and on AC, the drivers side begins to blow hot air - really ...
A: .. check the actuator for the dual controls....make sure it move when you cycle the controls.... ...
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| 97 chevorlet lumina | 4/21/2008 |
Q: My car will turn over but not start. I put oil in the car because it was low. I just recently had an ...
A: ... well could be a number of things... can you hear fuel pump come on when you turn on the key.... ...
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| 2001 Chevy Blazer Vacuum | 4/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 01 Chevy Blazer with 105k mi. The vehicle is in top shape except this nagging issue. When ...
A: .. thats a strange one...look at the vac line that comes into the heater box and see if it has a vac ...
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| no spark | 4/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 1993 s10 tbi 4.3 v6. I have been getting no spark at all. First time it happened about ...
A: .. Sounds like wires are not keeping contact with the cap... were the ones you put on of good ...
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| No low beam on CK1500 4x4 1997 | 4/18/2008 |
Q: DLR lights work but when i switch to headlights and put on the brights and then return to low beams ...
A: .. Do you mean driving lights or daytime running lights...DRL should be auto, they come on when you ...
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| wiper motor/switch | 4/18/2008 |
Q: i have a 99 chevy silverado wipers only work on high speed (washers work) no delay working i ...
A: ..yes it is likely, but check switch output first... unplug wiper motor and put test light on plug. ...
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| 99 Tahoe Error Code. | 4/17/2008 |
Q: For a 1999 Chevy Tahoe (5.7L Auto), my computer shows Error Code P0442 (EVAP System Small Leak ...
A: ..you will need to clear codes via scan tool... disconnecting battery will not clear code...if it is ...
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| My Blazer won't start... | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I have 98 Chevy Blazer 4x4 with a 4.3L. I recently had a coolant leak in the intake manifold, so my ...
A: .. that wire may not have been plugged into anything... look at it and see if it's clean like it had ...
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| Chevy S10 Blazer | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I've been having the same problems with my Blazer for the last 5+ months. The problem seems to be ...
A: .. you don't say what year it is... i will assume that it is 4.3l v6 . these trucks had a problem ...
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| tow lights | 4/17/2008 |
Q: trying to wire tow lights (from jerr-dan roll back tow truck) to 1995 chev 3/4 ton pickup. can get ...
A: ... left and right signals and brake are on the same circut...just wire your tail lights and then ...
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| Intermittent start problem | 4/16/2008 |
Q: 1998 Blazer LS 4.3 auto After sitting overnight when you turn the key all the dash lights come on ...
A: ..check the wires at the starter, make sure they are clean. if you clean them and problem is still ...
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| 1995 Chevy S10 Blazer 4wd | 4/15/2008 |
Q: Recentlt dropped tank to repair wires to fuel pump for a no start condition. Put back together and ...
A: ... when you dropped tank did you remove fuel lines...if you did make sure you didn't mix them up. ...
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| 1987 buick century | 4/15/2008 |
Q: i need to know how to verify whether or not my 1987 buick century crank-cam has jumped time. can i ...
A: .. put number one cyl up to TDC. pull dist cap and see if rotor is pointing to the wire that goes to ...
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| truck repair | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I Have A 1992 Chevy Truck 5.7 I have got to poor fuel into the throttle body to cet it to run and ...
A: ..take air cleaner off.look down TBI while someone cranks it over...do you see fuel spray...if ...
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| Dash gauges & turn signals intermittent failure | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 99 Astrovan with 4.3 and awd. When driving for 2 hrs or more, dash gauges, overhead ...
A: ... something is overheating the circut...check for something grounding out...check for a bad signal ...
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| 95 Suburban 4x4 front axle 1500 | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I'm getting a grinding noise in my front axle when I give it throttle in 2 wheel drive . I can run ...
A: .. check the vacum pot for the front actuator, make sure it has vacum going to it and that it holds ...
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| 89 GMC 1500 5.7 4x4 | 4/4/2008 |
Q: Been through many tests and paid shops to find out why I get a puff of fuel smoke on the odd cold ...
A: .. 650 cca is pleanty of power to start that truck...is it blue smoke at start up or black... if ...
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| 99 Suburban Engine Ticking | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 99 suburban with 140k miles, there is a tick that comes and goes. It sounds like it is in ...
A: ..you don't say which engine it is so i will assume that it is a 5.0L sounds like a bad lifter, ...
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| 1995 Chevy Lumina LS | 4/3/2008 |
Q: My Chevy is an automatic, 3.1L and has a V-6 engine. It just started overheating and blowing cold ...
A: .. yes a thermostat would be a place to start. bleeding the air from these afterwords can be a ...
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| 97 cavalier | 4/3/2008 |
Q: i have a 97 cavalier 2.2l that broke the timing chain while driving. i let it sit 3 years before ...
A: .. after 3 yrs of sitting you may have some stuck rings making for commpression loss... try pulling ...
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| 1986 chevy camaro | 4/2/2008 |
Q: recently purchased car...86 chevy camaro with 305 tpi auto trans...service engine soon light ...
A: .. install scan tool and see if it is up to date prom....if not remove computer and take cover off. ...
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| Identify 1227747 ecm chip | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I have a chevy astro that has a tbi 350, 3 speed hd 350 transmission (vacuum modulated), 3:73 rear ...
A: .. you can buy performance chips from a good speed shop,they have a program where you can enter your ...
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| 1985 Chevy S10 Blazer 2.8 V6 | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I need to know why my new alternator belt is not on correctly. I have it over three pulleys and ...
A: .. we have no way of sending pictures over this link, however...if you go to a GM dealer they would ...
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| Chevy S10 In Tank Fuel Pump | 3/31/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to replace the fuel pump in my 1989 Chevrolet S10 4.3L V6 with one from a 1993 ...
A: ..I do not have axcess to an interchange book but if they put up the same pressure and have the same ...
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| 1995 chvey lumina the brake lights wont work | 3/31/2008 |
Q: the brake lights wont work why is that plz help me
A: .. check brake light fuse first...if fuse ok then test brake light switch, it should be live 12 ...
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| No display | 3/30/2008 |
Q: My electronic gauge display just quit working one day. I checked the fuses and all are still good. ...
A: .. check the circut board they are known to go bad...try putting a known good dash unit in and see ...
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| 89 GMC 1500 5.7 4x4 | 3/30/2008 |
Q: Hard spongy brake pedal, swishing noise in brand new master when pressing pedal NO visible leaks or ...
A: .. you must still have air in the system...try bench bleeding the master. also check that the ...
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| Engine Noise | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I've got a 4x4 1988 K5 Blazer with TBI 350. A couple of days ago I got in my truck to run some ...
A: .. could be a couple of things... first check cat converter and see if plugged, second check for ...
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| 4x4 engagement | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 91 S10 and i cannot figure out why the 4 wheel drive will not engage. I don't even know ...
A: .. check the vacum line to the actuator pot under the hood... it should be in right front corner and ...
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| short somewhere | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 95 chevy blazer 4.3, automatic,4door, My wipers quit working , and one of my interior dome ...
A: .. check your ground to the wiper motor.... they are mounted by being isolated and have a flat ...
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| 7.4L code PO175 | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 C3500 with a 7.4, just built the motor and runs good and cranks good when cool.After ...
A: ...pull the plugs on the right bank and see which plug is wet or is fouled.... is it really the ...
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| 1995 Jeep grand Cherokee | 3/26/2008 |
Q: This has 5.2 liter motor, all the time 4wd & came with factory towing package including load leveler ...
A: .. max air pressure would be listed somewhere in your manual...every system is differant....payload ...
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| 2004 Impala Instrument Cluster | 3/26/2008 |
Q: How difficult is it to change out the instrument cluster on an '04 Imapala? Any special tools or ...
A: .. the dash panel just clips on, there may be a few screws so look for them... a good idea would be ...
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| 2004 chevrolet tahoe z71 | 3/25/2008 |
Q: i went to start my car this morning and when i turned the key it sounded like it was gonna start ...
A: .. do you hear the pump running when you turn the key on... it should run for 3 seconds....try ...
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| 1990 camaro rs not starting | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 1990 Camaro RS with a 3.1L. When I turn the key nothing happens, not even a click. All my ...
A: ... check the park switch... is the car all the way in park...try starting in N...if it wont go try ...
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| oil leak | 3/25/2008 |
Q: I have a 1985 Chevrolet K-10 4WD, there is oil leaking from a plate that is bolted to the bottom ...
A: .. if you have oil comming out from that transmission cover you have a rear main seal or front trans ...
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| 94 chevy suburban brake lights | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 94 suburban and the other day I was driving it,and all of a sudden everything went dead. ...
A: .. check brake light switch for power..(fuse)... at the switch...one side should be live all the ...
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| Engine coolant petcock - 1991 Chevy K2500 4x4 | 3/23/2008 |
Q: To flush the engine coolant system, the Chilton manual says to open the petcocks on the radiator and ...
A: ... and you won't find one ... best thing to do is drop lower rad hose....fill engine and rad with ...
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| Hot Gauges and No Heat (sporatically) | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I have been to 5 different mechanics and none of them have been able to fix the problem. My teenage ...
A: ... these are hard to get the air out of... and it can drive you nuts... i found the best way is to ...
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| need colors of wires or diagram for fuel system for 97 chevy g 1500 van | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I have replaced fuel pump, relay and my van still is not running. I am only getting 1 volt when ...
A: ..check the pump itself...depending on what year you van is there is a fuel pump bypass wire . put ...
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| 91 chevy beretta 2.2 | 3/20/2008 |
Q: have no spark & 15psi for fuel had ignition module checked and was good put fuel pump new and crank ...
A: .. do you have ing referance at the ign module. if you do check the coil. do you have power at the ...
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| 1995 astro van 4.3 L AWD CPI | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I had my van tuned up,The mileage went up to 18mpg,it dropped off 1 month later to 10mpg,back to the ...
A: Do You have axcess to a scan tool.... check for codes... look at the data stream and see if any of ...
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| Chevy transmission | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 Chevy Z-71 extended cab with a 350 Vortec. What size transmission can I put in it?
A: .. You are pretty much limited to putting in what was in there to begin with unless you want to ...
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| oil fouled plug | 3/19/2008 |
Q: my daughters 1995 2.2 4 cyl was running on 3 cyl. when I removed the plugs the rear plug is totally ...
A: .. the oil soaked plug could have a couple of problems... maybe the plug went down and is not ...
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| chevy s10, a 1982w/2.8 motorw/5sp | 3/19/2008 |
Q: clutch cable installation, how do you do it? i tried and the cable will not stay where it should, ...
A: ... to try to explain it would be a long note.... easy way is to go to local dealer and get a ...
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| Chevy tbi stutter and stumble | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 1995 chevy chyenne. it runs fine at idol, and after just starting, after 5 minutes or so it ...
A: .. check fuel pressure, when was last tune up, check vacum lines for broken or cracked ones. check ...
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| 97 Chevy Silverado 4x4 | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me! I own a 97 Chevy Silverado. It started stalling(on the Hwy. while driving; ...
A: .. do you have spark... do you have fuel pressure. if no spark check cap,rotor ign module. if no ...
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| Chevy 2004 Astro AWD front drive shaft | 3/18/2008 |
Q: My 2000 Astro van got 20mpg on the highway doing 80mph. I recently got a 2004 Astro van but it has ...
A: ... by removing the front shaft you may get a marginal inprovement... the reason for lower fuel ...
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| 1998 k3500 7.4 dies | 3/18/2008 |
Q: have a 1998 k3500 7.4 dies when slowing down from hwy speeds not all the time, also when i put it in ...
A: .. Check the air intake and see if it is dirty, plugged air filter. you can clean with a good air ...
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| 92 blazer | 3/18/2008 |
Q: My question is kind of strange. When I was driving my blazer down the road I made a right turn and ...
A: .. get it started and put a volt meter on the battery... it should be at around 14 volts when ...
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| low compression | 3/17/2008 |
Q: i have a 1989 gmc sierra with a5.7 350 tpi i lost compression in 2 cylinders and clues as to why . ...
A: .. depends on if it is a valve or ring problem... do a wet compression test... put a little oil in ...
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| 1995 Chevy Suburban Hesitation | 3/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 95 Chevy suburban that hesitates or stumbles when I accelerate or when i mash on the ...
A: .. can you get a scan tool...read the codes... from your discription it sounds like it could be a ...
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| hinge pins | 3/13/2008 |
Q: My '99 Chevy Tahoe drivers door top hinge pin will not budge. Ive removed the spring, the retainer ...
A: .. try removing the hinge by the bolts....off the door and the post... then you can do in a vice... ...
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| vortex 5.3 l engine | 3/11/2008 |
Q: What would cause engine to inconsistantly have smoke from exhaust on start up and cause excess oil ...
A: ..well on start up i would suspect that you have some bad valve seals and oil consumption would ...
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| 91 chevy silveraldo half ton 4 wheel drive | 3/11/2008 |
Q: hey i was wondering if you had any tips on my engine i took out my 350 and was going to have it ...
A: ..all that would depend on what you want from the truck...do you want more power to pull or more go ...
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| 96 cavalier 2.2 liter missing after it gets warm | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 chevy cavalier that starts missing real bad after I drive it about 15 to 20 miles. ...
A: .. check fuel pressure before you start car... drive till it quits and check pressure again...if it ...
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| 1989 transmission | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Do you rebuild transmissions? If so, how much would it coast me? Do you sell bran new ...
A: ... i need a little more info than that... such as what is it...1989? what... car / truck chev ...
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| 88 GMC 4x4 problems | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I own a 1988 GMC gas 350 4x4 3/4 ton truck with automatic trans.I have 2 questions. First if I ...
A: ..loss of power could be a few differant things...first check for a plugged cat converter....then i ...
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| Pushbutton 4WD problem | 3/9/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chevy Silverado 1500 with Pushbutton 4WD. I put it in 4 LO to put it on ramps to ...
A: .. try tapping the actuators on the front end and transfer case... they may be stuck... also check ...
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| chevy truck won't start | 3/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 1990 k2500 350 chevy truck, No fuel thru injectors. I have fuel getting to the the throttle ...
A: .. low fuel pressure will do that, also no inj pulse could also be a problem... you need to check ...
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| 1994 chevy | 3/7/2008 |
Q: where are the grease fittings located on a 1994 chevrolet silverado Z71
A: ... which ones are you looking for... any where there is a joint could have one depending on if they ...
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| 4 cyl engine miss | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I own a 1995 gmc sonoma with the 2.2l 4 cyl motor. About 3 months ago it developed a low rpm miss ...
A: .. do you have a lab scope...use one to check the parade when hooked to the coils...sounds like a ...
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| 99 blazer heat | 3/6/2008 |
Q: Robert, last week my blazer was running warm at stoplights, but the gauge would go down if I changed ...
A: .. check the heater hoses and see if they both feel hot to the touch when truck at operating temp... ...
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| 1999 yukon 4wd noise | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I have humming noise,that sounds like I have 33 in. mudders on the truck. It is much quiter in 2wd ...
A: ..the fact that it is quiter in 2wd is a puzzle...i would suspect the front wheel bearings, a simple ...
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| Tire wear | 3/4/2008 |
Q: We have a 2003 Chevy Malibu. It has about 95k miles on it. I'm on my 3rd set of tires in the back. ...
A: .. are these tires just inexpencive ones or do they have a good tread wear rating...if they are ...
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| 1988 CHEVY C1500 SILVERADO | 3/4/2008 |
Q: MY TRUCK HAS A FAST TICKING NOISE,WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE IT GET LOUDER,IT HAS 212,000 MILES ON IT ...
A: .. check to see if the torque bolts on the flywheel are tight, if loose make sure that it didn't ...
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| 91 chevy van | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 91 chevy conversion van. Starts fine but takes forever to get going. Once going it is still ...
A: .. if in doubt change the fuel filter...also check fuel pressure...low pressure will cause that kind ...
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| Fuel Pump | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 1996 Chevy Z71 and I have had to replace the fuel pump 3 times. What is going on?
A: .. when you replaced the pump was the fuel really dirty. is there a lot of dirt in the tank?. if not ...
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| 1988 Silverado High Idle | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 1988 Chevy Siverado CrewCab Dually with a 454. The fuel delivery system is TBI. I just ...
A: .. check for plugged fuel system on the return side, bad TPS, throttle plate binding in the throttle ...
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| Engine Knocking | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. It has a 2.2 engine.It is a front wheel drive. We change the oil ...
A: .. yes you could have a stuck lifter....but it would sound more like a tap not a knock...if you ...
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| no power and won't idle | 2/29/2008 |
Q: 1982 Chevrolet with a 305 barrel. I have recently started working a on truck that was a friend of ...
A: ... did you set the choke up.... try holding open the choke plate and snap the throttle, that should ...
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| Transmission Woes | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 1983 Chevy Impala with what I believe to be a type of 350 auto transmission.I remember a ...
A: It sounds like fluid is comming out the vent... is the pan damaged from your romp thru the ...
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| anti theft | 1/15/2008 |
Q: i have a 1994 camaro and it was broke into and we changed out the steering colom but the security ...
A: ..did you use a coloum from the same year and model...try using the ign switch that was on your ...
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| 2003 Tahoe | 1/15/2008 |
Q: My 03 Tahoe would idle rough and has a hesitation. Engine light came on and I had it coded it said ...
A: ...yes it could....quick test would be to take a propane torch, do not light it, turn it on, start ...
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| Tracker trouble | 1/15/2008 |
Q: Why is my 92 tracker running like a top until it gets warm and the if it is idiling it sputters to a ...
A: .. if it will run good untll it's warmed up check the ign module or the coil...could be they are ...
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| 94 camaro | 1/14/2008 |
Q: 94 camaro 3.4L cranks has fire and fuel pump runs but wont start
A: .. have you checked fuel pressure...should be between 41 and 47 psi... do inj have pulse when ...
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| 97 blazer | 1/14/2008 |
Q: can't get 97 chevrolet blazer out of park when it is cold
A: .. are you parked on a grade...are you pushing brake pedal hard enough to release the lock. if you ...
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| Timing will not advance | 1/13/2008 |
Q: "I have a 1991 chevy k1500 4X4 with a 5.7 and a auto trans., about 7 years ago the gas mileage ...
A: to time that engine you need to set timing at TDC. the computer controls it from there....did you ...
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| front rotor assembly | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 2000 chevy blazer S-10 4.3L 2WD. when its on the road, the two front tires shake really ...
A: ... that truck will have hubs you will need to remove the caliper assemblies the axel nut, then the ...
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| tcc solenoid bad?93 s10 blazer | 1/12/2008 |
Q: truck stuck in overdrive-does not stall-engine is a 4.3 vortec engine & trans is automatic w/ ...
A: ... check the speedo pick up at the trans...if tcc stuck on try disconnecting the connection for it ...
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| 88 Chev pick up 305/400 tranny | 1/11/2008 |
Q: Where now? The fuel pump and filter are suppling fuel to the TBI,I have power to the plugs, I ...
A: ... did you look down throttle body and see if inj are spraying...if not check for inj pulse while ...
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| 97 chevy venture | 1/10/2008 |
Q: 4 lt venture.i torqued to specs all bolts and re connected all wirering harness,it started on me but ...
A: ...did you check the intake for being straight, could it be drawing air via the intake...try ...
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| fuel in engine oil | 1/9/2008 |
Q: we have a new style 4.3L V6 that has a lot of fuel in the engine oil the engine is fuel injected i ...
A: .. is truck hard to start....has it been flooded at any time...a good scan tool can tell you if your ...
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| engine swapped | 1/9/2008 |
Q: i have a 93 caprice classic in which i changed the engine,with a 91 of the same type vehjcle both ...
A: .. yes sensors and dist may be differant...use the ones from your old engine, if you suspect some ...
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| 1997 Chevy S10 Starting Problems | 1/9/2008 |
Q: 2.2 liter engine was running fine until extremely cold night. Following morning started engine, ...
A: .. did you check fuel pressure?... check for spark. after you replace fuel filter install fuel ...
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| No Power 1988 Chevy Camaro 2.8L V6 | 1/8/2008 |
Q: Ok this one is an interesting one. I started out with no power and could barely get over 30 miles an ...
A: .. check to see if you have spark advance. another check would be a compression check...all cyl ...
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| 2002 Chevy 1500 4x4 | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I keep hearing a grinding noise just about every time I turn right only. The noise gets louder the ...
A: ...look closly at the brake assembly...if you have a bad wheel bearing the wheel will lean out ...
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| 2.2 CHEVROLET FUEL PROBLEM | 1/8/2008 |
Q: 1990 CAVILER 2.2 4CYL. THROTLEBODY WHEN YOU FIRST TRY TO START IT YOU HAVE TO PAT THE GAS ABOUT 20 ...
A: .. do you hear fuel pump come on when you turn key on... if you don't check the relay... reason for ...
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| s10 4x4 not working | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 96 S10 Blazer 4x4 In which the 4x4 is not working. I checked to see if the transfer case ...
A: ... there is an actuator on the front axel...cable pot should be under the battery box...check that ...
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| brake rotor | 1/7/2008 |
Q: i'm trying to replace the front passenger side brake rotor on my 1993 chevy 2500, 4wd, 3/4 ton. it ...
A: .. on that model i think you have to remove the caliper and it's mount. rotor should slid off the ...
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| 2003 Chevy Tahoe Will Not Start | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I was running low on fuel...39 miles left on gauge....all the power went out while I was running at ...
A: .. check for fuel at the fuel rail....check pressure....if low or no fuel check fuel filter...does ...
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| chevorlet transmission | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 1991 corsica that has transmission problems. How do i know if it's the filter thats needs ...
A: ..the only real way to know is to remove the filter and look...best thing would be to go have a ...
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| Chevrolet 1993 4 wheel drive | 1/5/2008 |
Q: My truck feels like it is in 4 wheel drive but the FRONT wheels are not pulling. I checked all of ...
A: ..check for vacum at the cable pot for the front axel.... if no vacum at the pot check the vacum ...
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| 1995 cavaleir | 1/5/2008 |
Q: we took the car to a shop .they said the security system wont let the car start .the car cranks over ...
A: ...if car has security system disable it...you will need to know if it is passlock 1 or 2 . i have ...
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| 1990 Celebrity Heater Problems | 1/4/2008 |
Q: After having to drain the coolant in my 1990 Chev. Celebrity wagon (3.1 V6 MPFI), I have a terrible ...
A: ... yes they can be a problem....try removing one heater core line and filling up with coolant then ...
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| 1996 4.3 liter chevy coolant? | 1/3/2008 |
Q: sir, my 1996 chevy 4.3 liter v6 has 155K miles. after driving for some distances, i.e 20+miles, ...
A: ... do you have coolant smell in the cab....check heater core for a possable leak....if you think it ...
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| 2001 chevy computer | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chevy Astro cargo van 80k miles. Starts then stalls within 20 seconds.replaced the ...
A: ... before you do check fuel pressure. check to see if pressure stays or drops off right away...if ...
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| 86 chevy 4x4 1/2 ton | 1/3/2008 |
Q: my truck has been sitting on the side of my house for two months. i live in Alaska so right now it ...
A: ... yep it would be cold there....do you have a block heater...if so plug it in...make sure you are ...
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| 350 High Idle | 1/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 1995 Silverado 4X4 with a 350 that recently it seems that it is idling on high idle all the ...
A: ..did you clean IAC port when you changed it...make sure it is seating all the way...do not use an ...
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| 1994 chevy 5.7 egr problems | 1/2/2008 |
Q: Robert. Recently while driving my truck it started bucking and hesitating. It only happens at part ...
A: .. does the egr now open and close when it's supposed to....try removing the egr and cleaning ...
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| DashBoard Engine Light | 1/2/2008 |
Q: How dangerous is if dash board engine check light is on.Is it safe to drive for three days. I have ...
A: ...depends on why the light is on...could be as simple as loose gas cap... get scan tool and read ...
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| 1999 suburban 2500 fuel pump | 1/1/2008 |
Q: I have a 1999 GMC 2500 Suburban. I don't hear the fuel pump come on when I turn on the key. If I ...
A: ...sounds like a fuel pump...check the relay first, it is in fuse block under the hood...if you have ...
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| valve adjustment 305 chevy | 12/31/2007 |
Q: How do adjust the valves on 305 chevy 1982 model and get them close enough to crank it .
A: ... dry set them all to .025 when valve closed... start engine and one at a time lossen till they ...
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| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I just had the intake gasket set, water pump and fuel regulator replaced last month. I replaced the ...
A: .. check for fuel pressure...you should be able to here the pump run...it should come on for 3 ...
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| tune up mistake | 12/30/2007 |
Q: what can i do to solve the problem
A: ..you can buy a plug hole thread chaser...just run it in the threads a couple times as long as they ...
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| 1998 Chevy Astro 4.3L v6 computer swap?!?! | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have been thinking about swapping the computer from my 1998 Chevy astro 4.3L to a 1996 Chevy astro ...
A: ...any one with an interchange book could tell you...IE: wrecking yard... i know that they have to ...
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| 99 chev lumina intake gaskets | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have just replaced the intake gaskets on this car, and after reassembly the car misses, kinda ...
A: ..check to be sure that the push rods wre in properly...install heads and pushrods then turn over ...
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| 1991 chevy s10 problem | 12/29/2007 |
Q: i have a 1991 chevy S-10 with a 4.3 v6 throttle body injected i replaced all hard and rubber vacuum ...
A: .. did you clean IAC when you replaced it. use only a good air intake cleaner...also check the EGR ...
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| 1994 S10 ZR2 4x4 | 12/29/2007 |
Q: The 4x4 quit working on out 94 S10. When I pushed the button nothing would happen. I then replaced ...
A: ... does the actuator engauge when you push the button, you should be able to hear it shift. if not ...
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| 4x4 push button not working | 12/29/2007 |
Q: I have a 2002 silverado 1500HD 4x4 crewcab. I have never had any problems with it and it has 106000 ...
A: ... check for power at the actuator on the transfer case....if you have power there tap it lightly ...
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| distributor change | 12/28/2007 |
Q: i hpoe you can help i just replaced a engine in my old 67 chev truck the engine i put in was a good ...
A: ... that change is easy....take the wire that goes to the positive side of the coil on your old ...
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| same gauge problem, different vehicles | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 2004 Chevy Venture and a 2003 Ram 1500 Quad cab Hemi. I have the same problem occurring ...
A: .. it is always good to check the grounds...but i would be more inclined to look for a problem in ...
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| Headlights wont work | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 s10 chevy and the headlights will not turn on at all, I have taken my truck to the ...
A: .. does this truck have daytime running lights...if it does replace the drl module.or by pass ...
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| 96 chevy 1/2 ton manual trans 1500 series | 12/21/2007 |
Q: a little snow, tires spinning, tried shifting to 3rd, wouldnt go in gear was stuck in 2nd, and no ...
A: ... it's possiable that you just have it stuck. take shifter fork housing off trans and see if the ...
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| Camaro Question | 12/20/2007 |
Q: I have a 1999 Camaro. I am having trouble locating the source of a loud noise in the engine ...
A: .. couple of things...check PCV to see if it is venting the block. if you have an air pump on that ...
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| 98 5.0L V8 silverado noise | 12/20/2007 |
Q: about 2 years ago i was driving and i went over a bump and the 2nd end of the driveshaft fell it ...
A: .. could be a bad u joint, although after 2 years it would be a worse noise by now...i suspect that ...
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| 2002 chevy silverado 4x4 front wheel bearings | 12/20/2007 |
Q: my truck started howling the other day so i jacked it up to fell the front bearings and they are way ...
A: .. they are a sealed hub and bearings...remove the brakes and rotor and on the back side of the hub ...
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| switch | 12/20/2007 |
Q: hwo to replace the ignition switch i a pick up 1996 c1500
A: ... do u mean the switch or the lock cyl and key... switch is under dash on the top of the steering ...
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| engine light 1995 chev k-1500 | 12/19/2007 |
Q: The check engine light is on when vehicle is cold when vehicle gets warm the light will go out.When ...
A: .. you need to see what codes are stored, hard shift cold may be that your trans filter is getting ...
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| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer LT 4x4 heating | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chevrolet blazer LT 4x4. I recently started having problems with the heater. It was ...
A: .. somewhere in the cooling system it is still sucking air... also check the cooling fan, is it ...
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| problems 02 tahoe | 12/19/2007 |
Q: At least onece a week my message center sometimes reads(battery sign)security)low fuel) and the ...
A: ... check to see if your alt is putting up enough power...should be 13.9 volts or better at the ...
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| P0749 code....AHHH, just hit 100K.... | 12/19/2007 |
Q: 99 Acura CL 3.0, just hit 100k today. Then my check engine light came on, had it read by a nearby ...
A: .. i haven't done much work on Acura's but if it is a trans shift problem, first check fluid level ...
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| 86 chevy 4wd | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I have an 86 chevy 4wd custom deluxe 10 with a 4.3 v-6 with a manule 4 speed and i want to swap the ...
A: .. you will need clutch,pressure plate and release brg for 350 as well as flywheel and pilot brg. ...
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| 93 Silverado wipers | 12/18/2007 |
Q: Robert, I have a 93 Silverado, ext cab, 5.7, a/t, p/s, p/b, c/c, tilt, 2wd, 250k, exhibiting the ...
A: .. i would suspect the switch. pull the plug at the wiper and see if power changes on each wire as ...
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| power door locks | 12/18/2007 |
Q: i own a 1995 suburban. my power locks only work with the remote.how do i fix this?
A: .. check the lock switches for power out to the door lock motor...if none unplug the switch and ...
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| electrical | 12/18/2007 |
Q: i was wondering if you can help me out.... i got a 96 cavalier 2 door z-24 2.4 liter engine.... i ...
A: ... fan being on after shut down is normal...fan can start and run when ever it is demanded by the ...
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| 4WD Fuse keeps blowing out | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have 1998 Chevy Suburban 1500 push button 4WD. And the 4WD fuse keeps burning out. I've tryed to ...
A: ... check the 4x4 actuator on the transfer case. unplug it and see if fuse stay ok...if it does and ...
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| 2005 Chevy Malibu Classic | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 2005 Malibu Classic. It ran okay yesterday, then today it started running really rough, ...
A: ..if other coil is working ign module should be ok...try a used coil that you know is good or switch ...
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| 89 cavalier fuel filter and idles rough | 12/16/2007 |
Q: i just bought this 89 Z24 with 106km on it which is amazing but i just replaced a few parts. but the ...
A: ... could be a number of things...what did you replace...if it was fuel filter...is it on the right ...
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| Chevy Astro Van Idles, but loses all power when I try to drive it | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chevy Astro Van (AWD) that has been sitting in front of my house for about 3 months ...
A: .. sounds like alt is not working..try charging the battery....check to see if you have 14 volts at ...
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| Fuel system | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I have a '96 C-1500 with a 5.0 Vortec V-8 automatic. I drove it one day turned it off and came back ...
A: ... try holding pedal to the floor when cranking,that should shut down the inj. if not try unpluging ...
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| 89 chevy 4x4 350 1/2ton | 12/15/2007 |
Q: engine turns over starts maybe 1/2 second runs and stalls battery good new pick up coil have good ...
A: ..check to see if you have power and ign referance at the ign module. sounds like it is breaking ...
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| car running hot around town cruse's | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I have a 1940 dodge with a chevy 350 chevy motor slightly beefed up, it has a 400 automatic Trans ...
A: .. i use an old meat thermometer, set it right where temp sensor is....if heating up when in town, ...
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| Interior drivers door | 12/15/2007 |
Q: How do I replace the drivers side interior door handle on a 1998 Chevy 3/4ton extended cab 4x4 ...
A: you need to remove the door panel, once off disconnect the lock rod that comes over from the door ...
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| Chevy Camero 1996 | 12/14/2007 |
Q: Recently my brake lights stopped working and we checked everything the bulbs are fine the wires look ...
A: .. have him check the brake light switch and see if it is mounted properly. if it's not it will move ...
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| gas smell in oil | 12/13/2007 |
Q: sorry so vague. i have a rebuilt 350 {carb}in a 79 pickup chev. almost no miles on it. but never ran ...
A: ..yes it could be bad seal in fuel pump...or look down the carb and see if after shut down it bleeds ...
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| 2000 Malibu | 12/13/2007 |
Q: My wife's Ignition Lock cylinder switch has locked up for the second time in 2 years, and I am ...
A: ..try moving the steering wheel and or the shifter. if you have pressure against the lock pin in the ...
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| 86 chevy pick up 350 automatic | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I am trying to fiqure out how much transmission fluid to put it. I just changed the tranny
A: .. if tranny was right empty it will hold about 12 liters. if it had fluid in it (used trans) then i ...
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| 96 vet | 12/13/2007 |
Q: Turning off the parking lights today resulted in a 10 second series of clicks from the right ...
A: .. have you checked the headlight relay for a ground problem...i take it that the lights work ok. ...
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| Changing low/high beam headlights | 12/13/2007 |
Q: Never thought this was that difficult but I had some difficulty trying to replace a low beam ...
A: ...what year,make model. is it seal beam or bulbs...if it is seal beam, you need to remove headlight ...
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| Ignition/Fuel delivery 1989 chevy z71 4x4 1/2 ton | 12/12/2007 |
Q: It started when driving the car was hesitating and backfiring, the check engine light would come on ...
A: .. well check the fuel pump, when gas gauge spikes to full is because it has lost it's ground...try ...
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| 2004 sunfire 2.2 litre | 12/12/2007 |
Q: The RPM needle went hard to the right today gradually and stayed there while driving on the hwy. The ...
A: .. check the circut for the tach,it should be dead when key off, if not trace the circut and see ...
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| 98 malibu | 12/12/2007 |
Q: My 98 Malibu(4 cyl) can't start. When I turn the electricity on, the fuel pump relay switches on and ...
A: .. disconnect the fuel pump at the tank... when you turn on the key you should have power 12volts ...
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| 305 chevy | 12/11/2007 |
Q: How do I dry set the lifters on a 1982 305 chevy
A: ...set them all at .025 when relaxed.(valve closed) then start engine with valve covers off..i ...
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| 1988 chevy c1500 2wd 305ci--- won't start | 12/11/2007 |
Q: 3 months ago i experienced random engine stalls while driving. i replaced everything from the ...
A: .. ecm should be under dash on passanger side...try tapping it while cranking....check for ign ...
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| electrical issues | 12/11/2007 |
Q: when I put my headlights on the tail lights do not work and the turn sighals act up when the breaks ...
A: ... disconnect the tail lights and check the circuts...if they work ok without the lights plugged in ...
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| 2001 Chevy venture starting problem | 12/10/2007 |
Q: At first the van started fine and after turning off it wouldn't start again until setting atleast an ...
A: .. check fuel pump...does it come on for 3 seconds when you turn the key on.. if not check the ...
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| 1990 chevy | 12/10/2007 |
Q: i have a 1990 chevy k1500 v8 5.7 liter and has a coolant problem it will rise to the red area and ...
A: .. That would be my first guess... put on a pressure gauge and watch to see how fast pressure ...
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| timing and fuel | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I bought an old 69 Chevrolet truck with a 1974 400 block lt4 (T0121CTX) (330817) someone has put a ...
A: .. without knowing what cam you have that would be just a guess...here is a way to time it and get ...
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| oil leak 1996 cavalier | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I have been monitoring my oil and it seems like there may be a minor leak...we have checked the past ...
A: .. first off if you had some gaskets changed before could this be where your leak is..i would check ...
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| chevy charging system | 12/9/2007 |
Q: I have a 1979 camaro with a big block 427 and my battery light is on so i had my altenator checked ...
A: .. output of the alt should be around 14.1 14.2 volts. check the large terminal at the alt for this ...
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| Impala 2004 HELP PLEASE | 12/9/2007 |
Q: where do I start I have a Impala 2004 in July I replaced the ignition because it was locked up and ...
A: .. first try holding the shifter up in park and see if you can turn it, also make sure your steering ...
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| 76 G20 Van Starting trouble | 12/8/2007 |
Q: My 76 Chevy g20 Van w/350 4bl has had continuous problems with starting. I had to replace the ...
A: ..You are having a starter height problem...you will need to install and or remove shims till you ...
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| 2004 monte carlo | 12/8/2007 |
Q: i have a 2004 Monte Carlo and i was driving home tonight and the speedometer just stopped working. ...
A: . if you can get a scan tool, connect it and drive the car, does the speedo on the scan tool work. ...
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| Temperature gauge | 12/8/2007 |
Q: My 95 chevy Blazer temperature gauge goes to the red for about 30 sec. & then back to normal after I ...
A: .. does the truck get hot or is it just a voltage spike. check the temp sensor, see if the ...
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| 1999 CHEVROLET C1500 SUBURBAN | 12/8/2007 |
Q: How do I change the Starter
A: ..disconnect the battery, raise the truck remove the wires from the solonid, mark where they go and ...
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| Heater Core 95 Firefly/Swift/Metro | 12/8/2007 |
Q: Looking for info on heater core for above car. Book I have is useless, too generic..they all are. ...
A: .. i am afraid i have never done one for the same reason.they are a nightmare, just do it the same ...
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| 84' blazer CODE 42 can't fix | 12/7/2007 |
Q: Hey guys I have a 84 blazer, the first year with the ECM and EST. I keep pulling code 42 after my ...
A: .. trace the circut and see if you can find the open or ground...i would look at crank sensor first ...
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| 89 Suburban 350 engine, tranny, suspension | 12/6/2007 |
Q: First off, I just got this suburban, 350 Throttle body injection, and it just had a new tranny put ...
A: lots of questions...if egr isn't working i would replace it. fuel inj should have a nice cone shape ...
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| rough idle 03 8.1L 2500hd 21k miles | 12/5/2007 |
Q: It is really bad at a stop light and I can feel it fall on its face a little in higher speeds. I ...
A: ..I always start at the basics. check fuel filter, fuel pressure. check for corrosion in any wiring ...
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| Heater | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I have an 87 Chevy 4x4 Pickup and the Heater only blows cold air. got to some sort of module but ...
A: .. are both your heater hoses hot. if they are check to see if the actuator is closing the cold air ...
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| Chev Astro 4.3L V6 Vin W CMFI Engine missfire | 12/3/2007 |
Q: This Chev CMFI Engine as of last week after a short trip exhibits a constant miss at idle, at ...
A: .. yes you can remove wires one at a time an see if you notice a change...if you pull one and engine ...
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| Chevy fuel system | 12/2/2007 |
Q: Dealer says I have rust in fuel system causing rough engine and check engine light. 2000 5.3liter ...
A: yes you can flush...remove line at fuel rail. remove at sending unit take out fuel filter. blow out ...
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| 1996 chevy suburban oil leak oil leak | 12/2/2007 |
Q: after changing my oil a couple of weeks ago,i now have a oil leak but its above the oil filter ...
A: .. yes there is a gasket there...are you sure it is leaking there...did it leak before you did oil ...
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| 4X4 NOT ENGAGING | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A 92 CHEVY SILVERADO 4X4 X-TENDER CAB. 4X4 WANT ENGAGE. WORKED LAST WINTER SORTA, HAD TO ...
A: ..check the connection at the actuator on the transfer case...when you push the button you should ...
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| 89 Silverado weak heater | 12/2/2007 |
Q: Air is only lukewarm coming out of the heater. I've opened up the housing and verified that the ...
A: ..there should be a button to turn from recir to outside air....check to see if core is plugged...is ...
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| Right rear axel bearing '97 Monte Carlo | 11/30/2007 |
Q: How do I go about replacing a rear axel bearing on my '97 Monte carlo, I can do mechanic work on ...
A: .. depends on what rear end it has. front loader or rear pot.... if it has a rear cover on it... ...
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| 1996 chevy blazer engine removal | 11/29/2007 |
Q: Trying to remove the engine from this blazer, and there is no removable dust cover on the ...
A: there is a cover...it is just a large one...look at the alumin. housing that covers the bottom of ...
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| 93 suburban noise | 11/29/2007 |
Q: Anytime I turn on or off the ignition switch there is a knocking that comes from where the ...
A: .. I tke it you mean under the dash... that is the heater box and the blower fan is in there, could ...
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| Motor swap | 11/29/2007 |
Q: 88 olds 3.8 motor. into 94 chev lum van 3.8 is there any thing i need to do to make this work. ...
A: ... i am not 100% sure but i think you will have to change the oil pan and sensors from your ...
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| 1995 lt1 corvette | 11/28/2007 |
Q: is there any other diagnostic for white smoke coming out of the drivers side exhaust(except head ...
A: ... put a pressure tester on the cooling system. see if it builds pressure fast...also you can get a ...
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| 90 gmc 5.7L T.B.I. runs real rough | 11/27/2007 |
Q: My 2wd sierra 1500 just turned 100K I bought the truck at 93K at 98K it smelled super rich and ran ...
A: ... did you see if it was generating any codes....look down the TBI when running it should have a ...
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| speedometer troubles | 11/27/2007 |
Q: 1 liter motor auto tranny. the speedometer when i first bought it would kick on randomly while ...
A: .. you need to find the open in the speedo circut...check the connections to be sure that they are ...
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| 1995 chev Blazer no spark and fuel pump not coming on | 11/27/2007 |
Q: My 95 blazer has no spark; installed new coil and ignition module. Still no spark. I sit possible it ...
A: ... if you back probe the plug on the computer you will need a wiring diagram of the plug and see if ...
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| Dimmer Switch | 11/26/2007 |
Q: How do you replace dimmer switch in a 1989 Chevy Corsica.
A: .. i take it that it is mounted on the steering coloum, u will need to remove the plastic cover ...
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| 1999 Silverado 5.3L Rough idol on cold mornings | 11/26/2007 |
Q: On morning starts at 40 degrees F. and below.Engine has very rough Idol.Fuel pressure regulator was ...
A: ...check the TPS. see if it is out of range cold. or sticking or binding. also check idle air ...
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| 1990 chevy lumina apv tbi 4.3 l firing order | 11/26/2007 |
Q: i need to know th firing order. cylinder positions and distributor positions my van has mixed up ...
A: .. order is 165432. on transverse engine standing on passanger side looking at engine # 1 cyl would ...
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| Oil leak at timing cover Chevy 350 | 11/25/2007 |
Q: I just installed a new Chevy 350 in my boat. Unfortunately I have noticed oil at the gasket between ...
A: ... it will not pose any problem unless you let engine get too low on oil....you can loosen bolts on ...
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| 1995 chev Blazer no spark and fuel pump not coming on | 11/25/2007 |
Q: My 95 blazer has no spark; installed new coil and ignition module. Still no spark. I sit possible it ...
A: .. fule pump should come on for three seconds when key turned on, if not it defaults to the oil ...
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| Oil leak | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chev Astro Van AWD w/ 83,000 miles. On the bottom of the bell housing there is a weep ...
A: .. that is a rear main seal leak. you will need to remove the trans to get to it. seal is at the ...
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| 4wd will not engage | 11/24/2007 |
Q: 1989 chevy pickup 1500 when i shift transfer case into 4wd high or low front wheels do not engage ...
A: ... what system do you have. is it electric or vacum. manual transfer case or electric. if it's ...
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| ignition switch | 11/24/2007 |
Q: What's the trick to replacing the ignition switch on a 1996 Astro van. Straight steering, automatic, ...
A: .. do you want to replace the switch or the lock cyl and key... switch is on top of the steering ...
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| fuse location | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 2003 2500 with diesel engine. My instrument panel shut down today. I haven't found any ...
A: ...check any fuseable links you can find...if ok . pull the dash out and check for power into the ...
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| 1998 chevy wont start | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chevy k1500 4.3L vortec. I had to replace my lower intake. Now i have it all back ...
A: ...yes you have to make sure that when you reinstalled the dist you have it in the right spot.... ...
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| chevy malibu brake repair | 11/23/2007 |
Q: what tools and how to replace front brake pads in 2004 malibu classic..4cyl ?
A: .. remove wheels then remove caliper bolts. could be 10 mm bolt or torx scoket remove caliper. ...
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| chevy differential bearing | 11/23/2007 |
Q: i have a 1996 chevrolet w/t 1500 4X2 reg cab v6 4.3l, andi just replaced my differential bearings ...
A: .. when you put in new brgs did you check the clearance between pinion and crown gear. make sure ...
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| chevy malibu | 11/23/2007 |
Q: I changed the timing chain of my Malibu 2002, now I have the Check engine for the crankshaft sensor, ...
A: .. try clearing the code to see if it comes back. check the connection. when working on the timing ...
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| Silverado computer | 11/22/2007 |
Q: Robert, First off, let me thank you for your time in volunteering to share your knowledge. I have a ...
A: ... any OBD2 scan tool should be able to activate limp home mode...what it does is set default ...
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| 88 chevy 1500 5.7 | 11/22/2007 |
Q: My 5.7 will only start if I throw starting fluid in it. I changed the temp sensor on it and it ...
A: ... check the fuel pressure regulator as well. also look down TBI and see if you have fuel spray on ...
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| Turning Ignition Off ALWAYS Locks Doors | 11/22/2007 |
Q: Robert, I have a 2007 Chevy Malibu Maxx. Recently it has started LOCKING the doors when I turn the ...
A: .. problem could be in the power from the ign or in the circut from the auto lock switch.... 2007 ...
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| interior lights and drivers power door lock | 11/22/2007 |
Q: we have a 99 suburban 1500 4x4, 350 engine, 92000 mi, new to us 1 day, interior lights dont come on ...
A: ... sounds like a wiring problem...and they are always fun to do...i would start by checking ...
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| loss of power 4.3L | 11/22/2007 |
Q: On Nov 13 I asked a question entitled "loss of power". Since then I've had the truck checked at ...
A: ... i can't remember all of what you changed on this 4.3l engine but a random misfire would be in ...
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| 92 chevy 4x4 heater | 11/22/2007 |
Q: Brief overview of truck. Ill try to give as much detail as I can and keep it short. 92 Chevy Silv. ...
A: ... mmmmm thats a tough one... check to see if blower motor is overheating...check the voltage draw ...
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| 91 s10 blazer no blower moter not working | 11/22/2007 |
Q: My blower moter quit working intermittently for about a week, then quit on me altogether. i later ...
A: ... you either have a burnt out blower motor or a short to ground in the circut....the blower motor ...
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| front differential will not engage 92 k1500 | 11/21/2007 |
Q: i have a 92 k1500 4 wheel drive which will not engage into 4 wheel drive mode. the front drive ...
A: .. you don't say if this is and electric or electric over vacum system...did you check to see if the ...
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| Chevy K2500 suburban 454 engine wont start | 11/21/2007 |
Q: ..just wondering if you can give me any ideas on why my truck wont start. I just had starter ...
A: .. if it was ok before the starter was replaced...check to see if the wires at large terminal on the ...
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| Chevy will not idle | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I have a 1985 Chevy Caprice Classic with a 305 V8. When I start the car it will turn over and start ...
A: ... i take it this is carb engine...see if choke is closed on cold start. if not close it. when it ...
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| Silverado computer | 11/21/2007 |
Q: Robert, First off, let me thank you for your time in volunteering to share your knowledge. I have a ...
A: .. the dealer should be able to give you the info you need for the computer from the VIN# a quick ...
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| 1996 chevy blazer | 11/21/2007 |
Q: i was wondering how to program the keyless entry remote for a 1996 chevy blazer?
A: .. depending on the system there are several ways...qiuck way if it is factory system is to take it ...
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| 88 chevy 1500 5.7 | 11/21/2007 |
Q: My 5.7 will only start if I throw starting fluid in it. I changed the temp sensor on it and it ...
A: .. well i would start by looking at the fuel system...do you have fuel pressure when you turn on the ...
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| over heating iroc | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I have a 1988 camaro with a tune port 305. The air condition works surprisingly well, however, no ...
A: ..couple things to check....air flow thru the rad...are rad fins plugged. is water pump working ...
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| 1997 Chevy Blazer Electrical Issue | 11/20/2007 |
Q: Recently my all my lights in the car started pulsing. Then last week the car threw 10 error codes ...
A: tell him to find the intermittant open in the circut. could be in the plugin to the solenoids. use ...
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| Parking brake adjustment | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I just completed a complete rear brake job on my 97 chev 1500 including replacing the parking brake ...
A: .. is it drum or disc.... if drum there should be an adjustment on the parking brake cable...if disc ...
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| 2001 Chev Impala computer problems | 11/19/2007 |
Q: When I start my car, the air conditioner, trip computer and cruise control will not work. After 1-3 ...
A: .. check to see that when you start the car that the ign switch returns to the run position. if it ...
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| 99 silverado wont start | 11/18/2007 |
Q: Well i have a 5.3 liter 99 silverado. When i go to turn my truck on and the key turns but nothing ...
A: .. did you try moving the shifter to make sure truck is in park...or try it in neturel. if it still ...
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| '88 S10 pickup | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I need to change out the heater core on my '88 S10 p/u, I've pulled maybe 25 screws, 5 or 6 interior ...
A: ...you will need to remove all the outer screws that hold the heater box to the firewall, there ...
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| Is My 2001 Chevrolet Prizm Battery Not Get Charged or It has Excessive AMP Draw? | 11/18/2007 |
Q: My 2001 Chevrolet Przim recently has got a battery problem. Any new battery replaced can be used for ...
A: .. that doesn't mean that the alt is good... use a dvom and see what the alt is returning to the ...
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| Battery | 11/17/2007 |
Q: How do i remove the battery from a 2003 chevy malibu ANSWER: Hi Courtney.... there should be a bolt ...
A: .. once bracket is off and anything else that maybe in the way. remove the battery cables, the ...
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| 35 engine questions | 11/17/2007 |
Q: I have a 350 motor I got from a junk yard to rebuild to put in my 1074 Monte Carlo. The engine I ...
A: .. are you using the dist for the monte carlo. if you are try it at 8 degrees BTDC. you may have to ...
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| Belt tensioning Bolt | 11/17/2007 |
Q: How do I get the belt off a 1995 beretta. I'm changing the alternator and need to losen the belt to ...
A: ..you don't say which engine you have... but look for the tensioner, it should have a square hole in ...
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| low intake vacuum | 11/16/2007 |
Q: 3.4L SFi Had lower intake manifold gasket replaced. Now intake manifold vac measures 5"Hg at hot ...
A: .. is it possable that you have a gasket leak...was that the reason you did lower intake...do you ...
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| 1998 S10 2wh blazer Head lights | 11/16/2007 |
Q: My S10 Head lights and running lights shut off tonight. Could not turn them back on even in manual. ...
A: .. do the lights work on high beam... if not was the drl you replaced a known good one. if it was , ...
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| FI Cleaner - Techron | 11/15/2007 |
Q: You mentioned in another response that Techron FI cleaner is the only GM-approved cleaner for Chevy ...
A: any Fi cleaner that has lubercant, should be fine. if you are worried about putting any in find a ...
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| 2000 cavalier trac light | 11/15/2007 |
Q: My uncle drove my car, it was raining at the time, the trac-off light came on, he kept driving it ...
A: .. it should be fine...All the light is for is to tell you that traction control is turned off. ...
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| 98 chevy blazer | 11/15/2007 |
Q: This summer on a very hot week end {35c +} my blazer started acting up. Once warmed up it would ...
A: sometimes when it gets very hot the map sensor will go way out of wack causing the TPS to also go ...
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| engine swap | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I have a 1991 Chevy Silverado. It had a 4.3 ltr. V6 in it untill i blew it up. I bought a 5.6 ltr V8 ...
A: the engine will bolt in, but you will need everything from the new motor to make it go, including ...
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| transmission conversions from Th350 to 700R4 for a 76 Vette | 11/15/2007 |
Q: After reseaching th700R4 transmissions, I narrowed it down to looking for a 1988 to 1992 th700R4. ...
A: .. the only differance in a factory 700r4 is one with or without a towing package, the thing you ...
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| Dash lights | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I have a 99 Chevy Suburban and I have had a couple of dash lights go out, two in the radio (the ...
A: .. the one for the daytime running light you have to remove the speedometer head, or basicly the ...
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| 98 cavalier flasher | 11/14/2007 |
Q: my blinkers are not working inside or outside and the hazards come on but dont blink. i cant find ...
A: they are in differant places on differant models...here are some places to look... above the ...
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| Dead Battery | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I have a 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The brand new battery will not hold a charge. Some of the ...
A: .. first check the battery with a load tester and see if it's ok...if it is then you will have to ...
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| 94 chevy 3500 transmission problem | 11/14/2007 |
Q: Driving along, the transmission will drop down a gear or out of gear altogether. Changed filter and ...
A: ..try adjusting your TV cable... the one that goes to the throttle... there should be a black button ...
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| speed sensor on chevy cavalier | 11/14/2007 |
Q: How do I locate the speed sensor on my 2004 Chevy cavalier and how hard is it to repair?
A: ... do u mean speed sensor for the abs, or the speedo...speedo is bolted to the trans.. and abs are ...
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| 98 Z71 not starting | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I just replaced the engine on my truck. Everything is hooked up correctly and the distributor has ...
A: ... if it sounds like it wants to go. check the timing. dist has to be set at top dead centre, ...
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| 1996 chevy monteo carlo head lights problem | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I have a chevy monte carlo, 1996 LS. Recently, I have noticed that, while driving at night, my head ...
A: ..does this car have daytime running lights...if it does check the running light module...if not ...
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| no spark | 11/13/2007 |
Q: First off, there is no apparent spark... it's a 1990 chevy corsica, with 147k miles on it. the ...
A: .. you seemed to have covered just about everything...sounds like a wiring problem...check all the ...
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| 99 express van 1500 5.7 liter v8 | 11/13/2007 |
Q: Driving on the highway and suddenly stopped. Engine will turn easily but will not fire at all. No ...
A: .. could be a number of things...start by making sure you have spark, then fuel. check fuel ...
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| Brakes | 11/13/2007 |
Q: OK my husband just got done rebuilding the engine it is a 1999 chevy silverado Z71 5.3liter, vortec ...
A: ..brakes probably got stuck from sitting, you will have to dissasemble them and service ...
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| firebird seats | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Camaro SS and bought 2000 Firebird power seats to replace the cloth seats that were in ...
A: .. your best bet is to find the wiring diagrams for both cars for those seats. you may need to get ...
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| Engine problem | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chevrolet S-10 pickup with a 4 cyl. 2.2L with throtle body fuel injection. The engine ...
A: .. you could have a flooding problem, maybe a bad inj...this would cause it to run rough as well. ...
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| 1997 Camaro using anti-freeze. | 11/12/2007 |
Q: my 1997 camaro with a 350 motor with 31,000 miles seems to be using anti-freeze.when i came to a ...
A: ... if you saw no leaks, is it burning antifreeze...a quick way to tell and find a leak is to buy ...
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| Chevy water pump | 11/12/2007 |
Q: My son is trying to change a water pumb on a 1995 Chevy Caprice police model. It is a 5.7 liter ...
A: .. make sure that there is nothing else bolted to it... if all bolts are out and no brackets ...
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| 1989 chevy scottsdale 350 3/4 ton | 11/11/2007 |
Q: the ignition is stuck off and it wont turn i have hammered away at the ignition and peeled it back ...
A: .. try turning the steering wheel to remove the pressure on the steering lock pin. if that doesn't ...
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| removing rear brake drums | 11/11/2007 |
Q: I have a 1993 Chevrolet Allegro Bay RV. It is on a 2500 series truck chassis with 454 engine. I ...
A: ... take the bolts out from the axel. remove the axel. there will be a lock nut there. depending on ...
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| 1994 GMC Suburban | 11/11/2007 |
Q: i have a 1994 GMC Suburban there is a sloshing noise coming from behind the glove box, what is ...
A: .. there is a drain back there that could be plugged. it is for draining the water that may come in ...
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| loud tapping noise from engine | 11/11/2007 |
Q: My mate has a loud tapping noise coming from his 5.7 litre V8 (Chevy Suburban 1500). Mechanics have ...
A: .. you don't say what year motor is... you could be right as it could be a collapsed lifter. a ...
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| 2003 Chev Impala 3.4 V-6 Automatic Transmission 93.000 miles | 11/10/2007 |
Q: The transmission every once in while acts like it hesitates when you take off from a stop. It ...
A: .. are you sure that the hesitation is in the trans. could it be an engine hesitation...find someone ...
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| engine swap | 11/10/2007 |
Q: i have a 93 k1500 gmc i am swaping out the factory 4.3 for a 350 out of a 89 chevy van what changes ...
A: .. you will need to put in the computer system for the 350....make sure that you use all the same ...
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| 1998 GMC 350 fuel mixture problem | 11/10/2007 |
Q: Robert, My 1998 GMC truck with the 350 engine is running poorly. It is not sending any codes. It ...
A: ... just a thought... have you done a compression test.. does the pop sound like it's comming from ...
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| 1997 chev lumina 3.1 l v6 | 11/9/2007 |
Q: backgrounder: bought quite cheap, replaced failed tranny, now stiff especially when cold, warranty ...
A: .. after replacing all of that and you still have an overheat problem i would check to see if you ...
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| bad miss and vibration engine light | 11/9/2007 |
Q: 98 z71 350 vortec just change my plugs ,wires , cap ,rotor cause motor vibrates and fast speed and ...
A: .. check to see that you have the firing order right. 18436572. mixing up 3 and 5 would cause ...
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| 95 GMC 7.4 surburban headacke | 11/8/2007 |
Q: vehicle would not stay running had a variety of codes egr & missfire also code for throttle accuator ...
A: .. i will assume that this is TBI did you remove idle air control and see if it needed cleaning, or ...
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| 97 Chevy Cavalier factory wiring/ speedometer | 11/8/2007 |
Q: I just recently installed a new stereo in my 97 Cavalier and the factory wiring harness had been cut ...
A: .. the quickest way to figger this out is to hook up scan tool and drive the car... go to the screen ...
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| 5.0 MPI Mercruiser Engine | 11/8/2007 |
Q: Hard starting when warm. Clod starting NEVER a problem. Have to advance the throttle when its warm ...
A: .. no it's not...if you have a hot start problem check the timing chain, if it has enough slack in ...
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| 99 2.2l cavalier | 11/7/2007 |
Q: Have a 99 chev cavalier 2.2L,When I turn the key the to start the car the starter will not energize, ...
A: .. sounds like you have a problem in the wireing for the start circut. check the connections, clean ...
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| bad catalytic converter | 11/7/2007 |
Q: My catalytic converter went out on my 2002 Malibu with 115000 mi. It has recently started using 1 qt ...
A: .. Remove the cat and put in test pipe... drive the car if oil consumption is the same do a ...
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| 1991 Corvette - Intermittent Stall | 11/7/2007 |
Q: The car is a 1991 Corvette Coupe with AT, 5.7L TPI L98, with MAP intake metering and ...
A: ...could be a couple problems.. first check the wires that go from the dist to the plug on the cap ...
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| No Fuel | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I'm not getting any fuel into the throttle body of my 89 chevy truck. 305 Was wondering if there ...
A: .. there should be a fuse in the fuse panel for the fuel pump...however if the fuse is blown it is ...
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| "Service Engine Soon" problem | 11/6/2007 |
Q: 1995 Chevy Lumina APV (minivan), 3.8 V-6, 147000 miles, owned since 115000 miles, no known previous ...
A: .. if scan toll does not remove codes then they are hard faults... you need to address these and ...
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| 1982 Chevy s10 2.8 6 cyl no power. | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I am trying to figure out if my s10 has a fusible link or not. My son was using it today to drive ...
A: there is a lots of fuse links in that system... should be a black plastic holder on the firewall ...
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| Fuel Pump problem | 11/4/2007 |
Q: Assusimg that my fuel pump did not go out again, (I just recently replaced it) and the relay fuse ...
A: .. never assume that a new part is good... if you turn on the key pump should come on for 3 seconds ...
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| Cavalier fast idle on start | 11/4/2007 |
Q: In the past few days, when I first start my 1991 Chevy Cavalier, 2.2, the engine races more than it ...
A: .. could be several things.... check to see if you have a restricted air filter. vacum leaks, try ...
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| 1988 5.7 chevy | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I HAVE A 1988 CHEVY TRUCK WITH A 5.7 ENGINE THE SERVICE LIGHT HAS STARTED TO COME ON AND STAY ON. ...
A: ... you need to start at the basics... does the fuel pump stay running when it quits... pump should ...
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| Chevy S 10 grinding | 11/3/2007 |
Q: I have a 2003 Chevy S10 4WD Pickup with a V6 and automatic transmission. It has about 38000 miles ...
A: check to see that there is delay in the shift motor for the 4x4...does it do that in 4 wheel hi or ...
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| Squealing a/c clutch on 1992 Silverado | 11/3/2007 |
Q: etc.. and still has a squealing noise when the motor first starts but after he drives it awhile it ...
A: ... there is a bolt in the centre of the ac clutch assembly. remove the belt then the bolt. the ...
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| what is the tool for needed for lowering the spare tire on a 2001 gmc 1500 | 11/2/2007 |
Q: I bought a truck from an individual and needed to change a flat on the road. surprise! no tire iron ...
A: .. the tool for lowing the spare could be in one of two spots...under the hood on the passanger side ...
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| chevy ignition | 11/2/2007 |
Q: my ignition is stuck on. i cant get it to turn off. any suggestions.
A: ... The actual switch is mounted on the colum, the key part just moves a rod that goes down to the ...
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| puzzled | 11/2/2007 |
Q: I have a 85 chevy 1ton with no brakes. fluid is full ,I tried to bleed the brakes and no fluid came ...
A: .. check the brake shut off valve to see in it is stuck over. there is a pin on the end of it make ...
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| 92 chevy truck | 11/2/2007 |
Q: i want to change front brake pistons. where do i start PLEASE HELP
A: i take you want to change front calipers. remove the front wheels, there are two bolts that hold ...
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| 1992 chevy 1500 stalling when I come to a stop. | 11/1/2007 |
Q: Truck is a 92 chevy 1500 2wd with 4.3l v6. Engine starts right up with no problems, but after ...
A: .. this may sound a little odd but could the lock up in the torque converter be stuck on. easy way ...
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| 1999 Chevy Blazer - no heat | 11/1/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a 99 chevy blazer from a friend, knowing that it has no heat. They told my ...
A: .. check the heater hoses to see if both get hot. if only one does then you can assume that you have ...
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| 4x4 trouble on 90 chevy k1500 | 11/1/2007 |
Q: my truck 90 chevy k1500 4x4 350 auto the truck will not engage into 4x4 so thinking it was the ...
A: .. i will assume that you have electric over vacume system on that truck. if you have changed the ...
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| Timeing chain | 11/1/2007 |
Q: I think my timeing chain is about to go we have had to set the timeing three times in the last ...
A: i am going to assume that you have a 4.3l V6. it will require you remove just about everything on ...
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| 1990 chevy 1500 v6 fuel problem | 11/1/2007 |
Q: hi yes i have a 1990 chevy truck and its not getting any fuel at all i have replaced he fuel pump ...
A: .. if you have no power at the pump check the circut, the fuse and the relay. do you have power to ...
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| 1997 tahoe/yukon 5.7 vortec | 11/1/2007 |
Q: i replaced lower intake gaskets and put everything back together. had very slight miss. got a snap ...
A: you are probably out a tooth on the dist when you reinstalled it. remove it again and turn rotor so ...
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| Temperature Gauge | 10/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 2001 Monte Carlo SS with a 3.8 V-6 engine. When the outside air temperature dips to 40 ...
A: .. thats an odd one... try checking the circut for voltage once it drops off, if you have none trace ...
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| Electrical | 10/31/2007 |
Q: 1991 Chevy Suburban. Engine turns over but wont crank. Headlights, interior lights, dashlights and ...
A: check Battery term. wires at the starter, engine ground to frame, main wire to fuse panel. somewhere ...
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| chevy lumina | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I picked this car up cheap, thought I could make it run. on the #2 and #5 cyclinder same coil pack I ...
A: .. the only other thing i can think of is to check the timing...you seem to have done everything. it ...
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| 1985 chev s15 instrument cluster | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I have a 1985 chev s15 truck with a 2.8 engine which is carbureted instead of fuel injection. ...
A: ... mmmmmm you got me on that one, i haven't seen that either. check owners manual there should be ...
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| Brakes | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I recently had my brake pads replaced front and bake on my 2003 Chevrolet Blazer but I continue to ...
A: some pads are noisey there is a squeal shim that should have been installed when they did the pads. ...
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| 98 GMC will not start | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I have a 98 GMC 5.7 that will not start. This is the third time this has happened. the first two ...
A: check fuel pressure, if ok then pull plugs dri them off and reinstall, hold gas pedal to the floor ...
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| 1989 Chevy K2500 | 10/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 1989 Chevy K2500 4X4 5.7L with front disc brakes and rear drums. I do not have hydro boost. ...
A: couple things come to mind, did you by any chance install the calipers on the wrong sides.. bleeder ...
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| 1995 Chevy Blazer | 10/27/2007 |
Q: HELP GUYS! Hey everyone, I am a 30 year old single mom raising a 5 year old little girl. Don't ...
A: there could be several problems that could cause a hard start, try a fuel pressure gauge on it and ...
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| 1984 chev distributor/carb | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I have a cmplete engine from 84 camaro.This is a computer engine,can I use this engine with ...
A: if that is fuel inj engine you will need computer or if you wish to use carb, you will need to ...
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| 95 Blazer RPM Surges at Highway speed | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I have a 95 Blazer with a vin Z CPI engine that has sat in a garage for a year. I recently did a ...
A: seeing as it sat for a year i would suspect that you have a fuel inj problem... try a good inj ...
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| 1996 2500 gmc suburban 7.4 4x2 | 10/26/2007 |
Q: HESITATION WHEN WARMED UP STUTTERING WHEN COLD STARTS RUNS LIKE NEW. I HAVE REPLACED: DIST, COIL, ...
A: two things to check... timing chain. once warm pull dist cap and turn crank by hand and see how far ...
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| Overheating 1989 Chevy Blazer | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I Took my Blazer in for maintenance because it was hesitating when I started it as if it wasn't ...
A: I can only assume that they know what they are doing, the only explanation i can see is that they ...
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| spare tire removal | 10/25/2007 |
Q: i have a 1996 chevy blazer. how do i take the spare tire down?
A: under the hood or in the back compartment where the jack is there will be a crank rod. there should ...
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| Overheating 1989 Chevy Blazer | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I Took my Blazer in for maintenance because it was hesitating when I started it as if it wasn't ...
A: First off why did they change the intake, was it leaking. because you now have an overheat problem ...
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| 96 cavalier z24 | 10/24/2007 |
Q: My AC compressor went on me and want to bypass it. Trouble is finding the right belt. Any sugetions.
A: try calling auto parts store and see if there is a belt available for you year make and model and ...
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| transmission trouble | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I have a 1989 1500 4x4 with manual transmission-4 speeds with overdrive. Truck has no reverse, but ...
A: is that trans a top loader, if it is pull the shifter then remove all the bolts in the top of the ...
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| chevy lumina | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I picked this car up cheap, thought I could make it run. on the #2 and #5 cyclinder same coil pack I ...
A: did you replace that coil pack and module with new or used. if it was used i would try a set off a ...
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| Blazer, accessing torque converter bolts | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I have a 1998 Blazer S10 that has a seized bearing or piston. I have not been able to rotate the ...
A: The only way is to pull both, once removed you will have to pull trans from the engine leaving the ...
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| S10 4x4 not enaging and idle is high | 10/21/2007 |
Q: I just bought an 89 S10 4x4 with a 5spd and 2.8. It idles at approx 1500 to 2000 rpm all the time, I ...
A: .. i need a little more info. is this an electric 4x4 engage system or floor mounted shifter. first ...
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| 1983 chevy scottsdale | 10/21/2007 |
Q: First of all, thank you for your website.I have a 1983 scottsdale chevy 1/2 truck with a 305. ...
A: I take it that it keeps killing the battery. sounds like a short to ground. on the firewall of the ...
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| GMC 454 vs 350 | 10/21/2007 |
Q: I have atruck that is 5 tons, I have a 454 in it now and get 6 MPG. If I drop a 350 in this same ...
A: mileage would be about the same or less as you are working the smaller engine harder to pull that ...
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| valve job for caprice 1994 | 10/20/2007 |
Q: when valve job for caprice 1994 shoud be done i have caprice 1994 i drove 270000 miles since i ...
A: Do a compression test if all cyls are within 10% of each other and within 25% of the stated ...
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| 1997 Geo Prizm, cranks but will not start, not getting spark | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I have a 1997 Geo Prizm, the engine cranks fine but it will not catch. I was giving me some hard ...
A: did you check for dist. referance from the ign module. try checking for spark from the coil. if you ...
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| 1988 S-10 with intermittent acceleration problem | 10/19/2007 |
Q: My '88 Chevrolet S10 (4cyl, 5speed, 2WD) has a problem in 1st and 2nd gears when you accelerate. As ...
A: You don't say if the shutter is in the trans or engine. i will assume it's the engine. because it's ...
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| 89 Chevy Blazer, V8 troubles | 10/14/2007 |
Q: I was stationed in Korea for the past 3 years, and the last 2 of that, my truck was just sitting, ...
A: Your could have several problems, but lets start with the obvious. after sitting for that long the ...
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