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| Subject | Date Asked |
| headlights fuse and serptine belt | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: where is the headlight fuse located at in a 95 grandam and how do you replace a serptine belt and ... A: headlamp fuses are in the underhood fuse block as for the serpetine belt, if you have a 3.1L it is ... | |
| belt | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: i was driving my 2005 pontiac grand prix gxp, 5.3 v8, and suddenly it wa hard to steer, and the temp ... A: that belt is your drive belt or serpentine belt. either one of two things happened, 1 the belt ... | |
| Torque Converter Clutch | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: My TCC appears to be slipping in my 2002 Grand Prix 3.8 Engagement is normal, quick & solid with ... A: could be just the solenoid, but it would depend on how many miles you have on the car and what your ... | |
| 2000 grand prix gtp steering rack help | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: When i call the part stores they have two of them and i don't know which one it is. Your help would ... A: basically what they need to know is if you have variable effort steering or not. Your VIN number ... | |
| enginelight | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: Tim I have a 2006 pontiac grand prix,my question has to do with the engine light,I bought this car ... A: the only way it could be disconnected is if they removed the bulb in the back of the cluster, you ... | |
| 2005 Pontiac G6 GT | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: My Panoramic sunroof stopped working, my one headlight is out but the high beams still work. The ... A: souns like you have several issues none of which are related to a fuse. The headlamp is most likely ... | |
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire window motor replacement | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I am at the point where I have removed the door panel and water shield. As I look at the motor it ... A: here are some step by step instrutions hope this helps, I can post or email pictures if needed. ... | |
| Driver Information Center | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: I have purchased a used 2007 Pontiac G5, the cruise control is not working. The DIC buttons are ... A: Steering Wheel Controls Malfunction (4-Spoke) Diagnostic Instructions • Perform the Diagnostic ... | |
| 1998 Monte Carlo | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Monte Carlo w/ 3.1 engine and 286,000 miles. It still runs great but I would like to ... A: both can be done with a jack and jack stands. For the rear strut there will be three 15mm nuts atop ... | |
| stupid grand am | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can help me, im so confused....I have a 2004 Grand Am SE, and on the left side of the ... A: here is the info i have access to, let me know if you need more assistance xTooltipElement ... | |
| 2002 Grand Prix Parking brake | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: How do I adjust the parking brake. I have replaced the disc pads on all wheels. I see a cable with ... A: •Apply and fully release the parking brake six times. •Verify that the parking brake pedal releases ... | |
| Coolant | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: Should I replace the coolant that now is Dexcool in my pontiac 2000 sunfire 2.4 with the green or ... A: so long as the dex cool has never been cross contaminated i would put new dex cool in, only issues ... | |
| 1997 Pontiac Sunfire, I have the trouble code, PLEASE HELP! | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: Okay, so I have been having quite the trouble with my '97 Sunfire. It is a 2.4 L manual ... A: even though you have installed fuel injector cleaner in the tank, you could still have a faulty ... | |
| Coolant Flush | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering what the proper way was to do a full coolant flush on a 2001 Grand Prix GT. I'm ... A: well the easiest way is to use a flush machine, but not everyone has one of those laying around ... | |
| wipers | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac grand prix and I have a problem with my wipers will not not turn off. I am ... A: the multi function switch would have to be tested when the wipers do not shut off to see if it is ... | |
| Power steering in grand prix. | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I own a 1998 pontiac grand prix gt. It has 120,000 miles on it. I just got it back from an oil ... A: sounds like the pinion bearing inside the gear has failed, you can check with a local dealer to see ... | |
| bleeding a power steering system | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: hello i was wondering how do u bleed a power steering system on a 1993 pontiac grand prix with a new ... A: fill the resivoir to the cold line on the dipstick, raise the front tires off the ground, turn the ... | |
| 2000 pontiac grand am overheating due to freeze plug | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2000 pontiac Grand am that has been giving me trouble from the beginning. The latest ... A: i would not give up on the car, its not often a freeze plug leaks but it can happen, there is no ... | |
| 06 Grand Prix - Turn Signal and Dash backlight problems | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: Just picked up an 06 GP GXP and have two problems. The front left turn signal is lit, but doesn't ... A: the turn signal is held in under the car behind a panel, you will need to remove or loosen that ... | |
| rear struts on 2000 sunfire | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2000 sunfire 2.2 engine and i need to replace the rear struts. Is it better to buy the ... A: well if you do just the struts you are going to need access to a spring compressor, DO NOT remove ... | |
| trans am belt noise | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: my car makes irrating noise were my belt is when i am driving. i tried putting some oil on my belt ... A: could be a bad idler pulley, tensioner, or componant, need to try to isolate the noise, carefully ... | |
| car stop runing going down the road | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: my 1998 pontial grprix stop runing gonig down the road and it will not crank over ANSWER: when ... A: so when you turn the key nothing lights up, no headlamps, dash lamps nothing?? i am trying to ... | |
| PowerSteering Pump | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Pontiac sunfire and the power steering pump went out a few months ago and i ran it ... A: it might but even a belt without A/C would still be set up for the length of a power steering belt, ... | |
| 98 grand prix gt | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: August 09' Car wouldn't release key and it wouldn't start. So I turned the wheel left and right (a ... A: ignition switch is the portion that you put the key into to make the car start, it is attached with ... | |
| 95 Pontiac Grand Am? 3100 SFI V6 water outler | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I replaced the thermostat in my 95 Pontiac Grand Am? 3100 SFI V6, but was careless and kinked the ... A: i believe its correct name is a bypass tube, a dealer should be able to give you maybe a more proper ... | |
| 2000 Montana ignition problem | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: we were just given a 2000 Montana but lately we've had issues with starting it. If you unlock the ... A: sounds like you have an issue with the remote start causing the anti theft to act up. I would ... | |
| car | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2004 PONTIAC GRAN PRIX 6 CYLINDER THAT IS APPROACHING 10000 MILES IT HAS BEEN TAKEN CARE OF ... A: well cost is going to vary greatly from region to region, i am in metro detroit and i can tell you ... | |
| Rack and Pinion Replacement | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I had an accident in which my tirod was bent. The rod can not be removed from the rack so I bought ... A: the tool i have is a long tube that has removeble wrench ends that fit into it, a 1 7/16" is the ... | |
| 95 Pontiac Firebird Gear shift off by one | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I have just noticed that all the gears in my 1995 3.4L V6 Pontiac Firebird are off by one. Park is ... A: not sure how it happened but you can try disconnecting the shift cable at the trans and manually ... | |
| Draining and flushing coolant, 96 Pont Transport | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Where is the best place to open the coolant system to drain it. Recommendations for flushing prior ... A: sorry i could not pinpoint you in the right direction, we typically do not use shop vacs for coolant ... | |
| Front end/suspension question... | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Hagan, I've got a 2001 Buick LeSabre (and I know you're listed under "Chevrolet", but it's a ... A: I have had one lesabre that had a bad steering gear, no leaks but it did cause a shimmy, much worse ... | |
| 2000 pontiac Grand Am | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Car has a quarter tank of gas. Was driving home fine when abruptly my car started jerking and when i ... A: its actually rather difficult to check, you will need to lift the car off the ground, allow it to ... | |
| 2003 Grand Prix no HVAC, DIC, Daytime running lights | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: ok, I noticed that you guys have answered some questions regarding IGN Switches. I believe mine is ... A: more than likely your issue is not with the relay itself, they rarely go bad unless water as ... | |
| 2002 Aztek | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: The "AWD Disable" light continuously stays on and the AWD does not work. How can I repair this ... A: you need to find out what the codes are, once you get that info you can start diagnosis, without ... | |
| Rear bumper collision. | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: A 2004 Grand Prix GTP was hit from the rear at 10 km/h or under. At the scene, there appeared to be ... A: there are companies that will repair a bumper cover as opposed to replacing it, obviously the people ... | |
| Keyless Remote Programming | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand AM SE1 Coupe and I am trying to avoid going to the dealer and pay $60 to ... A: I see nothing in the diagnostics about a BCM fuse here is what we do when not programming with a ... | |
| Coolant sensor, Pontiac G5 | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: How do you replace the Coolant sensor on a Pontiac G5. A: this is for a 2.4L engine, is that the correct engine?? •Drain the cooling system. Refer to ... | |
| Power Steering for 93 Grand Prix | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: My power steering just started leaking a lot of fluid By a lot I mean I can drive about 20 miles ... A: you could check with a local pontiac dealer they should be able to print you a picture of where the ... | |
| 2003 pontiac vibe gt | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: woundering how to tighten the e brake cable on a 2003 pontiac vibe gt disc brakes A: •Pull the park brake lever with approximately 20 kg (44.1 lb) of force. •Count the number of clicks ... | |
| 2002 Sunfire Cooling Fan problem | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: Yesterday the engine service light came on. I connected the code reader and it gave a P0480 code ... A: no real way of checking the relay, or the fan since it will work until it blows the fuse, guess the ... | |
| 94 TRANSPORT | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: HOW DO YOU CHANGE AN INNER TIE ROD END ON A TRANSPORT. WHERE IS THE RACK LOCATED. 1994 TRANSPORT A: rack is mounted to the engine sub frame, somewhat difficult to remove, if you do not have a special ... | |
| Removing a Starter 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: Can you please tell me and or direct me to a sight that has step by step instructions for the ... A: if memory serves me right the starter is in the front of the engine, you will need to lower the ... | |
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE airbag deployment | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I rear-ended another car going about 45-50 mph I'm guessing; didn't have much time to brake by the ... A: no not necessarily, the air bags deploy based upon how fast the car comes to a stop when it hits ... | |
| Power Steering Trouble | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix with just over 100,000 miles on it. I’m having trouble with what I ... A: the issue is the steering gear, the lower pinion bearing sounds like it seized and broke that was ... | |
| 05 grand prx gtp | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: Hey I just got an 05 grand prx gtp and when I make a full turn there is a slite winning A: power steering fluid is most likely low and has some air in it. I am assuming you have a 3.8L V6, ... | |
| 02 Bonneville heat a/c | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: Tim, My 02 Bonneville has driver/passenger climate control. No matter if I adjust the driver or ... A: sounds like the actuator is bad, only thing left you can try is disconnect the batter for a couple ... | |
| 02 Bonneville heat a/c | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: Tim, My 02 Bonneville has driver/passenger climate control. No matter if I adjust the driver or ... A: first thing would be to make sure all the actuators are responding correctly to the commands from ... | |
| Heater | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: My AC works just fine and the blower is working also. The problem is when I turn it over to the ... A: possible blend door actuator issue, is the vehicle under warranty? the actuator is located inside ... | |
| wiper motor | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: My ? Is... Is it easy? How can it be done and what all do I need? A: you will need to remove the cowl cover and wiper arms to access the motor Wiper Transmission ... | |
| Power Steering Fluid Leak | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I have 1995 Pontiac Bonneville SE edition, with a 1 month leak in power steering fluid. When I went ... A: i have seen the hoses leak on many of those cars, the pump may be leaking but it is probably very ... | |
| front end noise | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: My daughter has a 2001 Grand Am. She recently started hearing a noise in the front end. It's not ... A: would you describe the noise as a growling type noise or an itching type noise over bumps? if it ... | |
| EBCM | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: ...kind of a 2 part quest. display came up on my 2004 GTP that read"service variable effort ... A: it is possible that it is the EBCM, without knowing what code it set its hard to diagnois, but the ... | |
| blown head gasket? | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: why do I have steam in exhaust in my 1996 grand prix? Could it be head gasket or intake gasket? ... A: some water vapor is normal from the exhaust, do you have any other driveability issues? just ... | |
| steering | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: do you have to bleed power steering lines after it runs out of fluid and you fill it back up. as i ... A: yes it is a good idea to bleed the system, as there will be air trapped in it. Easiest way is to ... | |
| Tapping sound | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix with about 58,000 miles on it. It has an awful tapping sound when ... A: first off i guess we need to make sure the noise is coming from the engine itself? if so, that does ... | |
| 1996 Pontiac Trans Am | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I have 96 T/A with only 39000 Miles and the car makes a bad sound in the rear end when turning a ... A: i have never heard of greasable bushings but you could just apply some lube to the ones that are on ... | |
| 2000 Firebird 3.8 | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: Tim, where is the knock sensor located on my 3.8 firebird? Is it something I can do myself or is ... A: its mounted to the bottom left side of the engine block, best guess would be if you can get under ... | |
| 06 Grand Prix GT, Traction Control Alarm | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: Car: 2006 Grand Prix GT 3800 Series III w/SC. I've done a little research and think I know the ... A: you could have a worn out hub and bearing and or just a bad abs sensor in a hub causing it, however ... | |
| 2002 GRAND AM | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: CAR OVER HEATS. TOLD I NEED A NEW RESUVWAR (sp) BUT I SEE IT COULD BE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD OR THE ... A: it could be the resevoir, intake or thermostat housing, without actually seeing it, it would be very ... | |
| abs light on/whirring noise | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2003 pontiac montana minivan. My ABS lights come on and go off inconsistently when I drive ... A: unfortunately it sounds like you have a wheel bearing issue, we have had many problems getting ... | |
| pontiac grand am brake lines | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: i am trying to replace the brake lines on a 1993 Pontiac grand am, i have having difficulty tracking ... A: they usually spiral down along the firewall, to the abs unit, then from their they go to each wheel ... | |
| A/C | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: Tim, I have a Pontiac vehicle and the A/C blows cold through the passenger side vents but luke warm ... A: yes it would, you can try disconnecting the battery for about 5 mintues, that will give the modules ... | |
| 1999 Pontiac Montana TCC bypass? | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: My wife has a 1999 Pontiac Montana Minivan. She has been experiencing intermittent problems with ... A: to unpluge it you would need to remove the side cover of the trans, it will set a fault code and ... | |
| hood release cable | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I can't open the hood on my 2003 pontiac vibe. When I pull the release tab inside the car, it feels ... A: not sure what you can do aside from making sure there is not supposed to be some sort of retainer on ... | |
| heater core | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: i changed the heater core in my 96 grand am gt 3.1 3100 and i want to know how to bleed the air out ... A: should be two bleeders one on the engine and one on the thermostat housing, it is very hard to get ... | |
| Pontiac Repair | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1999 sunfire GT 2.4 liter 5-speed with 80,000 miles on it for $600, theres a huge ... A: i would definately be concerned about the computer, it manages fuel and timing etc. The computers ... | |
| struts/coil springs | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I am going to replace the strut, shock absorber, coil springs. Both front sets. I know you normally ... A: need more vehicle info to give you a complete idea of what to remove, but first and foremost you ... | |
| ABS,TRAC,BRAKE | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I know you have had a question about this before but I have been struggling with this for a very ... A: if the ABS light has come on then there is a code stored in the system, if you can get ahold of a ... | |
| Pontiac Repair | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1999 sunfire GT 2.4 liter 5-speed with 80,000 miles on it for $600, theres a huge ... A: well if it shot a rod, you will definately be looking at some major engine work, if it was just that ... | |
| pontiac repair | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: how to replace the serpentine belt tensioner ANSWER: need year and type of car ---------- ... A: Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK ... | |
Tim Hagan
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Can answer questions regarding, brakes, steering, suspension, ABS, A/C, have access to service info on all componants though
Experience
15 years of dealership technician experience
Education/Credentials
ASE certified
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