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About Todd Puccio
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Expertise
General auto repair,electical issues,driveability issues,anti-lock brakes,SIR systems,HVAC,engine performance,Gm spacific. I have worked at my current dealseship since the 1990 model year anything much older than that I have limited exposure to. I do not have very much transmission experience so those question you may want to ask of another expert. When you send me a question let me know the exact make/model/engine and year for the car or suv you have it makes it easier to answer the questions that way.

Experience
Experience in the area:I have been employed by the same Gm dealer for 18 years and and a ASE master technician. I work at a Pontiac and GMC truck store. Served a a lead technician when dealership was on a team system. I just recently moved to a Buick,Hummer,Saab Store when my franschise was purchased by this dealership. Organazations: ASE master techncian Education/Credentials:High school diploma,2 year vocational school degree 2 year college degree. Associates degree in applied scineces (auto technology)Awards and Honors: GMC master techncian

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Questions Answered By Expert Todd Puccio
In Category Pontiac Repair

Subject	Date Asked

1997 Grand Prix tach jumping, car dies when engine heats up?	11/22/2009
Q: My father in laws car starts fine but after running for a while the engine bogs down, the tach is ... A: I'll assume this has a 3100 V6 engine in it? If so then the other possablities are an ignition ...
2005 Pontiac Aztek V6 gas	11/22/2009
Q: My speedometer stops working after I have been driving for about 1 hour; it will start working again ... A: is the speedo the only thing that stops working? does the trnamission shift okay does the cruise ...
95 Grand Am	11/22/2009
Q: 95 Grand Am Quad 4-5 speed- 207,000 miles-great running car up till now-one owner-me. Car started ... A: Hey David: well if it leaks water on the inside that is not good especially if it's #1 leaking on ...
2003 Pontiac Grand Am	11/21/2009
Q: I have a 03 Pontiac Grand Am and i drove to school it then shut off on and won't start. The starter ... A: Your doing it right a screwdriver and a hammer will tap tyhe ring around once you get it past the ...
pontiac dies while running	11/21/2009
Q: my 1994 pontiac bonneville se dies while running and the service engine soon turns on. when it dies ... A: Does the service engine soon lmap come on before the car dies out or does it come on once it quits ...
2002 Pontiac Bonneville 3.8L	11/20/2009
Q: I started having problems with the car a few months ago intermittently. It would seem to jump a ... A: Chances are that it is indded the sensor is bad. There is a curcuit board inside the senesor and it ...
Daytime running lights	11/20/2009
Q: 2000 Pontiac Sunfire-4 cylinder-Daytime running lights blink service engine light is on-right ... A: Hey Chris: the forward lamp harness is bad in this car. There are 4 or 5 splices in that wire ...
Engine Swap	11/19/2009
Q: I have a really nice 99 Pontiac Bonneville. I have went through 2 engines in the past 2 years due to ... A: That engine will not work in 2000 they changed the design of the engine you need one from the 97-99 ...
2000 Pontiac GP GTP Lean Condition	11/19/2009
Q: I have a recurring problem with a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP with 109k miles. Get codes P0131 and ... A: Look for a vacuum leak on this engine . there is a vacuum hose that attaches to the front of the ...
High Idle	11/18/2009
Q: I have a '92 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3800 NA. I have an intermittent high idle issue. A code 22 showed ... A: Is is still setting a 22 dtc? No the sensor should not change when you wiggle the wires of GENTRLY ...
Rough idle/engine vibration	11/18/2009
Q: I just bought a 94 Firebird 3.4l 160k. When I got the car, it has rough idle, hard to start, it gets ... A: It is a M30 it can be an electrnic or a manual shift control 4l60e electronic transmission . The ...
Shock Absorber Installation	11/18/2009
Q: I have a general question on strut installation and since the Toyota expert is "maxed out" I am ... A: I can't rerally help you out here I'm not a Toyota guy I don't believe I have ever worked on a Supra ...
Rough idle/engine vibration	11/17/2009
Q: I just bought a 94 Firebird 3.4l 160k. When I got the car, it has rough idle, hard to start, it gets ... A: this engine never idled smooth that's why theu only used it for a few years and switched to a 3800 ...
2006 Montanna SV6	11/17/2009
Q: The rear wiper on my Montanna has quit working. We have checked the fuse and it's good. Do we have ... A: Yes more then likley the motor quit working. that is just about the only thing that goes bad with ...
97 transport tranny	11/16/2009
Q: hey it's tom my email is i look forward to the diagram and test procedure ANSWER: and your E-mail ... A: See I told you it was a power feed issue going to the trasnmission. I would be leary as to why it ...
Car	11/16/2009
Q: I have a Grand Am GT, 2004, 3.4L SFI, my headlight keeps falling out and there is a plastic bracket ... A: Hey Rob: is it just the headlamp bulb that fallout the back of the head lamp of the whole lamp ...
Timing Gear Replacement	11/15/2009
Q: 1995 Pontiac Firebird 3.4L V6 There is a specialty tool for removing and installing the timing ... A: Yes there is a specail GM tool for this but any of the big box auto parts stores that have a tool ...
1997 pontiasc trans sport trans problem	11/14/2009
Q: 1997 trans sport code 0740,0753 and 0758 come up when i scanned after changing tranny twice. all ... A: send me your e-mail address I will send you a wiring diagram and give you an brief explaniation of ...
1997 pontiasc trans sport trans problem	11/14/2009
Q: 1997 trans sport code 0740,0753 and 0758 come up when i scanned after changing tranny twice. all ... A: Hey Tom: Those codes are all transmission solenoid codes. Either you have a bad ignition switch ...
Coolant leak 1999 Pontiac Trans Am Convertible	11/13/2009
Q: Car is a 5.7 liter SFI/AIR/EGR/TWC/HO2S automatic trans, AC. It doesn't leak all the time and never ... A: Hey Doug: well my first though is a water pump leaking. It could be the radiator too being wehere ...
blower motor does not work on high setting	11/13/2009
Q: i have a 93 pontiac transport and the high setting for the blower motor has stopped working, the low ... A: My guess is possably a hi blower relay is bad or a wiring issue at the hi spped blower relay. In ...
2003 Pontiac Grand Am	11/13/2009
Q: I have a 03 Pontiac Grand Am and i drove to school it then shut off on and won't start. The starter ... A: No you have 2 different issues here. You more then likley put the battery over the edge by craking ...
Engine tick	11/12/2009
Q: My 2001 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 has a ticking noise which only starts after the engine warms up. It ... A: It may need a chain as well as a tensioner. Like I stated in the last answer if theis engine was not ...
Engine tick	11/12/2009
Q: My 2001 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 has a ticking noise which only starts after the engine warms up. It ... A: which 2.2 does trhis have an ecotech 2.2 or just a 2.2 liter engine. If it's the older style engine ...
1996 Grand Am Instrument Cluster	11/12/2009
Q: I have a 1996 Grand AM SE with a couple of issues. Mainly, none of the gauges work. They were all ... A: I don't think the problems are related. the ignition lock cylinder is bad that's why it turns over ...
1996 Trans Am electrical issue	11/11/2009
Q: I have a 96 firebird and when I turn off the car and open the door the HVAC and fan controls still ... A: Does this car have any kind of aftermarket stuff aded to it like a remote starter or alarm? None of ...
car dieing,misfire, sputter	11/11/2009
Q: i have a 1994 grand prix 3.1 L v6 the car is dyeing while driving and hesitating itself while ... A: I would suspect that possably you have a dirty Mass Air flow sensor. any of the big box auto parts ...
2003 Pontiac Grand Am	11/10/2009
Q: I have a 03 Pontiac Grand Am and i drove to school it then shut off on and won't start. The starter ... A: Did this car start and then stall out? Is there a security lamp on the dash flashing? If so then ...
Oldsmobile Silhouette 1999	11/9/2009
Q: Puccio: When driving, after short period of time, two warning lights come on and stay on the ... A: the most likley cause for this is a wheel speed sensor and or sensor harness at one of the wheels. I ...
Rough engine idle	11/9/2009
Q: Todd, I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 3100 series motor, 131,000 miles. My car idles really ... A: with that many miles on it the sky is the limit was to what the issue could be. It's more then ...
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3800 V6	11/8/2009
Q: The fan will not come on sometimes when the heater is turned on. Sometimes after the car is running ... A: it's odd that the defogger and blower stop at the same time. When those quit does anything else in ...
coil connections	11/8/2009
Q: What are the coil connections on a 91 Grand Prix with the 3.1? A: The coils do not really have connections per sas. the ignition module has pins that extend out of it ...
transmission question	11/8/2009
Q: Will a 4t60e transmission fit in a 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 3.1 V6? A: Well it depends on what it came out of. usually Grandprix's are equipped with 4t65E trasnmission ...
my both doors wont close	11/7/2009
Q: we had a cold snap last night and my doors froze open ,ive tried many ways to free them ,with no ... A: if the doors are frozen to the body you can use pure silicone spary on the weatherstrips and if the ...
99 Pontiac Grand Am headlights do not work	11/7/2009
Q: I have a 99 Pontiac Grand Am 6 cyl. Tonight I turned on my car, and the running lights came on, but ... A: there are 2 relays and 2 fuses for the headlamps they are all in the underhood fuse box. the fuses ...
99 Pontiac Grand Am headlights do not work	11/7/2009
Q: I have a 99 Pontiac Grand Am 6 cyl. Tonight I turned on my car, and the running lights came on, but ... A: Hey Jim: It is possable that both lo beam bulbs burn out at the same time. Not very likley but it ...
Pontiac Firebird 1990 Engine/Automatic Transmission	11/6/2009
Q: GÂ´day I have got a Pontiac Firebird (1990) with a automatic transmission and v6 3,1 engine. My ... A: How does the car run when cold? does it have the normal fast idle and then slowly idle down as the ...
recalls	11/6/2009
Q: Do you know of any recalls for the 1998 Pontiac Sunfire 2.4 convertable? thank you! A: there are a few that I can remember. One for the engine control module for a corrosion issue. One ...
Pontiac Transport	11/6/2009
Q: I have a 1997 Transport. The fuel gauge is showing full constantly. Is this possibly a wiring issue? ... A: The fuel gauge is more then likley a bad fuel level sensor on the fuel pump module in the tank. As ...
window repair	11/5/2009
Q: motor has a crunchy sound, I can not see the ensemble between the door (I took panel out). how can I ... A: Hey Paul: What Model car/suv is this? Chances are the regulator cable did snap Thus the crunching ...
Engine exchange	11/4/2009
Q: I was wondering if a 1999 Chevy Venture 3.4 engine will replace or fit into a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am? ... A: yes it should work as long as ther are both 3400 engiens with a VIN code of "E" you will have to ...
car trouble	11/4/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Grand AM V6 3400. I have white steam like smoke coming from the tail pipe that smell ... A: Well you have 1 of 2 things going on here. either a lowerinatke manifold hasket went bad and the ...
Heater in 95 grand am	11/4/2009
Q: My heater doesn't work in my 95 grand am. It is blowing air, just not hot air. It is not using ... A: whe you move the Temp dial do you feel the air flow change at all out of the vents? you should feel ...
2003 Montana Heated Seats	11/3/2009
Q: The heater in my passenger seat will not come on or it will not heat n any case. Driver's side ... A: First off Hyanes manulas are NOT very good. Use either a Mitchel manual or Chilton's. Or access on ...
"Haunted" blinker	11/3/2009
Q: Todd, First let me say that I really appreciate you for volunteering your time and talents on this ... A: Simple answer to yout haunted t/s issue. the turn signal switch is bad the contacts are keeping the ...
1997 gtp a/c	11/3/2009
Q: compressor wont come on unless i jumper a ground to the relay,then it works fine,freons good.any ... A: Well it can be a bunch of things. either the HVAC control head is not sending the a/c request signal ...
Overheating	11/2/2009
Q: Good morning Todd, I own a 1989 Pontiac 6000 LE, 2.8 liter engine with automatic transmission %26 ... A: did this blow a fuse/fuesable link for the fan? does the fan come on when the a/c has been on for a ...
HARD TO START	11/2/2009
Q: I HAVE 1996 GRAND AM GT WITH 2.4 ENGINE, I HAVE REPLACED MODULE, PLUGS, IGNITION HOUSING,COILS. ... A: I would check your ground wire connections at the engein to transmission mounting bolts I have seen ...
TURN SIGNAL	11/1/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Montana that is driving me nuts. My front passenger turn signal is not ... A: A likely cause to this is athe DRL control module the turn signals go though that module on that van ...
turbo	10/31/2009
Q: I have an 88 pontiac sunbird convertible GT turbo. I've been told its pretty rare. One of the lines ... A: Hey Travis: I'll assume that is a vacuum hose?? The pisture is not all that great. with the engine ...
pontiac repair	10/31/2009
Q: i have a 1996 Pontiac grand am v6 se it stalled out and now when i start it it runs for a few ... A: Does it start and ie right out and then the security lamp on the dash start falshing? Or does it ...
a/c dual climate	10/30/2009
Q: i can hear the actuator adjusting on the drivers side when at 60 deg.it shouldnt be moving.what ... A: It's hard to say what the issue is without seeing it. all the control modules in this car ...
a/c dual climate	10/30/2009
Q: i can hear the actuator adjusting on the drivers side when at 60 deg.it shouldnt be moving.what ... A: Most of the time the issues with these are the temp acatuators. the electric motors that run the ...
2005 pontiac grand prix	10/30/2009
Q: when car is started with factory remote and warmed up ,cold air comes out center vent only but when ... A: take it to the dealer and have them scan the heater control head for the part # of the control head ...
vaccuum line diagram for 2003 pontiac grand am V6	10/29/2009
Q: Where can I get a copy of the vacuum line diagram for a 2003 pontiac grand am V6, the one on my car ... A: Didi you try a "google" search? Which hose are you looking for. This engine only has a few and they ...
2002 Pontiac Aztec sunroof	10/28/2009
Q: water leaks in on passanger side ceiling when it rains. Where are the overflow tubes located at? A: All 4 corners of the sunroof tracksa have drain on them open the sunroof up and take a look in the ...
My car is jumping and the check engine light is on.	10/28/2009
Q: I have a 01 pontiac grand prix and my check engine light came on. I found out the torque converter ... A: assuming that the issue is just the shift solenoid and nothing else The parts are maybe $200.00 but ...
Buick transmission	10/28/2009
Q: We have a 2003 Buick Regal with 185,000 miles. We plan to keep the car for about another 100,000 ... A: I would not suggest a rebuild unless it needs it. if you have done regular maintence on this up to ...
Sunfire stalls while driving	10/26/2009
Q: My car is a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 4 dr, 4 cyl, 2.4 L ecotech engine. It stalled the other day after ... A: If that is the case A fuel pump USUALLY doesn't just cut out like that it may be an ignition system ...
Cruise Controll 99 Sunfire	10/26/2009
Q: I was at the junk yard this weekend and found a few sunfire's there, a few have cruise control, My ... A: No they are not all set up for cruise the wire harnesses in the cars are different for cars ...
Sunfire stalls while driving	10/26/2009
Q: My car is a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 4 dr, 4 cyl, 2.4 L ecotech engine. It stalled the other day after ... A: The crank sensor controls the ignition system and if this sensor cuts out th car will quit running ...
Sunfire stalls while driving	10/25/2009
Q: My car is a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 4 dr, 4 cyl, 2.4 L ecotech engine. It stalled the other day after ... A: This is a bit of an odd one. For the most part this is a pretty solid engine package in that car and ...
Blazer won't start	10/25/2009
Q: I took apart entire dash to install heater core in my 1998 Chevy Blazer. After reassembly of the ... A: Well obvioulsy with out seeing it it's hard to say what the issue is but I can guess that you have a ...
black smoke when car is started	10/25/2009
Q: I have an 86 2.8 Firebird. It will start fine then after it is driven a bit and shut off, upon ... A: No do not replace the coolant temp sensor unless like I said it doesn't read what the outside temp ...
black smoke when car is started	10/24/2009
Q: I have an 86 2.8 Firebird. It will start fine then after it is driven a bit and shut off, upon ... A: well all of the parts you menntioned except the O2 sensor can cause this issue. It may not be a bad ...
2005 pontiac grand prix	10/23/2009
Q: when car is started with factory remote and warmed up ,cold air comes out center vent only but when ... A: their is either a code in the system or a malfunction of some kind. Does this have auto climate ...
Removing a gas tank 2002 pontiac sunfire	10/23/2009
Q: I have taken all of the hoses lines and electrical plugs loose. I loosened the bolts from the tank ... A: Yes you have to drop the exhaust down and it's still a tight fit. You alos have to remove the heat ...
88 pontiac sunbird	10/22/2009
Q: today i was driving and i heard a whining from the back of my car. when i punch the gas the engine ... A: Hey Travis: No ther is not much you can do If it's making noise it's pretty much time to replace ...
97grandprix se	10/21/2009
Q: When I start my car after letting it sit for a period of time, it makes a tapping sound. I'll let it ... A: Does the tapping sound seem to be going at 1/2 the engine speed or at the same speed as the engine. ...
heater switch	10/20/2009
Q: why my rear heater doesn't work when you turn it on? 2000 pontiac montana van. A: which switch doesn't work? the front or the rear? If it doesn't from from the rear the front has to ...
05 Uplander LS	10/20/2009
Q: I just purchased a used 05 Uplander and I can't seem to get the power locks to work on the slider ... A: take a look at the contacts and plungers on the sliding doors. The plungers are on the font side of ...
1997 Grand Prix	10/19/2009
Q: Also the electonic extra dash board is also going out when the heat does. I also cannot get my rear ... A: when you say the dash quits do you mean the back lighting or does it blank right out? My guess is ...
pont.6000	10/19/2009
Q: 87 pontiac 6000, acts like its starving for fuel. did pressure test and get a steady 9-10 psi. ... A: Hey Chas: Any service engine soon lamp on? does it run like it's not "breathing" properly like it ...
20000 pontiac bonneville transmission	10/19/2009
Q: my transmission just quit at a stoplight in heavy rain before that it was fine no slipping etc. car ... A: if the filter is that plugged then you have more issues then just a plugged filter. you first need ...
02 Pontiac GTP tack not working	10/18/2009
Q: Today, we just happened to look outside and seen a squirrel under the car. It appeared to have ... A: take a look at the wires around the coi/ignition module assembly that is wher the spark plug wires ...
pontiac bonneville 1996 sse	10/18/2009
Q: ok i have a couple of problems with this car one is i cannot find the vac resiovor. when i turn on ... A: I will assume that this has auto "digital" cliamte control with it being a SEE??? If that is the cas ...
wipers/headlights stop working	10/17/2009
Q: I recently brought my 2001 pontiac sunfire gt/2.4L to a mechanic to fix a daytime running lights ... A: Yes it's possable. ther is a main body ground under the battert tray as well that may have been ...
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix-High gas consumption	10/16/2009
Q: I just purchased a used 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix-V6-6 cylinder 30 days ago. I have noticed that it ... A: There are a lot of factors that contribute to gas milage. Driving habits are the biggest variable a ...
Blower Fan	10/16/2009
Q: 1990 Buick Park Avenue 3800V-6 Climate Control Have taken blower fan out and hooked up to a 12v ... A: does this have automatic climate control "digital" controls or does it have manual controls with ...
2003 Grand Prix HVAC/daylight issue	10/15/2009
Q: Todd My 2003 grand prix intermittently will not start with the daytime running lamps on. When this ... A: check the switch down at the base of the column not at the switch it's self. the switch is hard ...
J-Body Engine Swap	10/15/2009
Q: I have A 1996 Sunfire gt. anybody knows the stock 2.4's are junk...Well easily destroyed ... A: The 3800 engine will not mate up to any of the transmissions that will fit into a sunfire. the bolt ...
2002 pontiac montana	10/15/2009
Q: 2002 pontiac montana 3.4L starter clicks changed starters sill the same. checked all ground wires ... A: The starter relay is up by the battery on the side of the radiator. did you check to see what your ...
radio	10/14/2009
Q: I have a 2005 pontiac montana and some coffee spilledin the cd player, not a lot, just a little, but ... A: No ther isn't anything to do to repair it. Get one from a junk yard but it has to be the exact same ...
2001 buick custom engine knock	10/14/2009
Q: maybe you can help me. I have a 2001 buick custom, 3.1 v6 which just started knocking all of a ... A: does the noise go away or quiet down after it warms up? if so it's piston slap and all of the 31/3.4 ...
92 Grand Prix	10/13/2009
Q: My dad owns a 92 Grand Prix. He does not drive anymore, but tries to maintain his car for my mother. ... A: Ther is not an air filter for the HVAC on that car. It may have an issue where the evaporator core ...
2002 Sunfire	10/13/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.Ecotec engine, automatic trans.I have recently replaced my brake ... A: . are you talking about a stabalizer link? these cars were noted for control arm bushing in the rear ...
sensors	10/12/2009
Q: 2001 Pontiac fire-bird 3.8 v6 mtr.no spark checked all, down to sensors. cant get to crank sensor ... A: Those bolts are on there TIGHT! use a propane torch and heat the ehad of the bolt up real good and ...
sunfire 2004 speedmeter 4 drs 4 cyl.	10/12/2009
Q: When I drive the car sometimes the speedmeter and the rpm goes down by itself... I would like to ... A: what about the rest of the gauses if equipped gas gauge and or temp gauge? do they cut out as well? ...
pontiac grand prix removing of the key from at the column	10/11/2009
Q: Just a few days ago I had trouble removing the key from the ignition at the column. What may be the ... A: the issue you have going on here is related the the floor shifter either the shifter it's self is ...
2001 Pontiac Firebird 3.8L v-6.	10/11/2009
Q: I am trying to replace rear wheel bearings and cannot seem to get the wheel axel off to get to the ... A: in order to get the axles out you have to disassemble the rear differential. The cover has to come ...
wiper blades	10/10/2009
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac grand prix and the wipers do not run smooth on the windshield when it rains. ... A: So they "bounce/jump" across the glass? were that way before you replaced the blades? If so then ...
2002 pontiac sunfire	10/9/2009
Q: Just a couple of days ago the service light came on and stayed on then it went off. Yesterday the ... A: I see your from canada so I'm going to say you live in the rust belt up in the great whit north? If ...
horn honking	10/9/2009
Q: 2001 gran prix-horn will honk on its own when driving down the road - has done this several ... A: More then likely the horn swithc in the air bag assembly is bad and making contact when you tunn the ...
1998 pontiac sunfire 2.2L front end squeak.	10/8/2009
Q: My Sunfire has been making a squeak in the front left of the car, It squeaks while accelerating, and ... A: does the noise only happen on acceleration or over bumps as well. If it's only on acceleration it ...
97 Sunfire and DEXCOOL	10/8/2009
Q: 97 Sunfire with 2.4L engine. Just a quick question - I have been faithful in sticking with DEXCOOL ... A: Use only Dex-cool in a GM car do not add "safe for all" to dex-coll it will not hurt the car to mix ...
Temp gauge 07 G6	10/7/2009
Q: I have an 07 G6,3.5 v6,60k.My temp gauge just started malfunctioning. The gauge doesn't register any ... A: if this has less then 36,000 miles it still under warranty. it can be a temp sensor but you would ...
2003 Grand Prix HVAC/daylight issue	10/7/2009
Q: Todd My 2003 grand prix intermittently will not start with the daytime running lamps on. When this ... A: if this car is a high milage car then I would suspect possably a bad ignition switch. when this ...
Coolant Level Sensor	10/6/2009
Q: Have 1997 Grand Am, SE sedan, 4 cyl. Coolant level lights up on dashboard(wavy lines with arrow) ... A: tanking the tank off and flushing it out May help if the float is stuck in it but don't mbank on it. ...
2001 Grand Am	10/6/2009
Q: Car: 2001 Pontiac Grand Am 2.4L 4 cylinder What would cause the car to run for about 2 miles and ... A: the car doesn't run roungh at all it just dies? How about on a cold start does the engine race at a ...
2004 Pontiac Montana	10/5/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Montana Van, the speedometer has stopped working, as well as the fuel gauge, ... A: did the cd player quit at the same time as the dash cluster? If so you may have some sort of a power ...
Coolant Level Sensor	10/5/2009
Q: Have 1997 Grand Am, SE sedan, 4 cyl. Coolant level lights up on dashboard(wavy lines with arrow) ... A: Hey don the fact that the lamp goes out when you unplug the sensor means the sensor is the issue ...
push rods	10/4/2009
Q: ok i got which rods were which but i have no idea which ones go where as far as the intake and the ... A: what engine is this for? If it's a 3.1 or 3.4 engine the longer push rods are for the exhaust ...
elect. trunk latch	10/4/2009
Q: I replaced the motor on the Hatch of my 1989 Pontiac Formula. It closed the first time and I thought ... A: if you press the release button the latch will not raise back up? did you replace the whole ...
2001 Aztex lifter noise	10/4/2009
Q: I had my oil changed and the next day I noticed a tapping noise from the motor. I have a good ... A: If the oil level was full and they put a good quality oil in the car they are not to blame at all. ...
1990 pontiac 3.1	10/3/2009
Q: I Just Drove home a 1990 3.1 Grand prix 60 miles from where i bought it,it Ran Great,Now it will die ... A: does it have an erratic idle then die? or just start stall? if it will not start at all then you ...
heating	10/3/2009
Q: I have a 1999 pontiac grand am se 4cyl. The Heating nor cooling works when I turn the switch nothing ... A: it can be either or. You need a 12 volt test light and check the power and ground to the blower ...
Engine trouble wont start	10/3/2009
Q: 92 pontiac grand prix 3.4 dual twin automatic, Ran fine then went in store for twenty minutes and ... A: Fuel at the MAP sensor??? In order for an engine to ru nit needs 3 things spark,fuel,compression. ...
doors freezing	10/2/2009
Q: My Grand am's doors are freezing shut and I was wondering if there is anything I can do to prevent ... A: Do you actaully mean "freeze" from tempature or "freeze" up as in stiff to open? If it's Temapture ...
01 Montana 3.4L Misfire	10/2/2009
Q: I have an 01 Montana the is misfiring on cylinder #5. The check engine light came on and stayed on. ... A: More then likely it's a plug wire issue. With the van bing 9 years old now it more then likley has ...
sticking horn	10/1/2009
Q: Good morning Todd, where is the horn on a 1989 Pontiac 6000 LE and how can I stop it from honking? A: it's inside the fender(S) depending on how many hors the car has. You can take the horn pad off the ...
97 Grand Prix Electrical	10/1/2009
Q: I have 1997 Grand Prix SE with an electrical problem, the car will start and run, i also get all ... A: How about the radio does that work? I was thinking possably that the RAP retained accy power was not ...
Battery drains	9/30/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville. The battery keeps draining when the car is off. Took to Advance ... A: well a few things here. there can be multiple things that are staying on in thi car causing the ...
Fuel leaking	9/30/2009
Q: I just replaced the fuel pump on my 96 sunfire. Know i have fuel leaking from under the passenger ... A: do you live in the rust belt area of the country? if so I would bet you have a fuel line that's ...
head gasket?	9/30/2009
Q: I have a 2001 grand am gt. There are exhaust fumes in the coolant reservoir. The car can idle ... A: Yes it sounds like a head gasket issue or worse a cracked head. Has the engine overheated severly? ...
car over heating	9/29/2009
Q: i own a 2004 Pontiac grand dam V6. My problems is that my car is overheating when it reaches a ... A: 200 Is not overheating. these engine will run between 200-225 all the time with out any issues. any ...
99 sunfire gas gauge problem	9/29/2009
Q: My gas gauge just stoped working. When you put gas in the car, it goes up but, comes down slow. I ... A: 90% of the time the issue is inside the gas tank. The fuel levek sensor on the fuel pump module is ...
98 firebird	9/29/2009
Q: I have 98 firebird 3800 v6.This one has been fun.cranking problems for a while now I have replaced ... A: If the lock cylinder is bad the car will not crank or it may crank and then quit if the wires going ...
Brakes	9/28/2009
Q: The master cylinder has brake fluid in it. When you hit my brakes they go to the floor and it sounds ... A: You may have an issue with the power brake booster. The air sound may be a vacuum leak though the ...
g6 shifter	9/28/2009
Q: just bought a g6 gt convertible, it was shipped to me from new jersey, i dont have the key yet cus ... A: GoodHere is the answer. #03-07-30-043A: Information Regarding Automatic Transmission Shift Lock ...
2002 Grand Prix GTP Engine Noises	9/28/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Grand Prix GTP 3.8 V6. Upon acceleration the car is making a weird noise, which gets ... A: well it narrows it down that it's more thne likley not transmission related but still could be. I'm ...
2002 Grand Prix GTP Engine Noises	9/27/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Grand Prix GTP 3.8 V6. Upon acceleration the car is making a weird noise, which gets ... A: does it make the noise when you are sitting in park and rev the engine up? If so it's something in ...
98 firebird	9/27/2009
Q: I have 98 firebird 3800 v6.This one has been fun.cranking problems for a while now I have replaced ... A: well the way the system works in a nut shell is this when the ignition switch turns to the accy ...
pontiac grand am horn	9/27/2009
Q: About a week ago my horn on my car would go off at all hours of the day without anyone or anything ... A: Hey Curt: what year Grand Am is this? More then likley the horn(S) them self burnt out from staying ...
92 bonneville clicking from fuse/switch box	9/26/2009
Q: I have a 92 Bonneville SE. Yesterday it simply died on me and sits where it died. Luckily it was ... A: It could be. If you have a digital volt meter check to see if you have a full 12 volts on the fuses ...
timing belt and marks	9/26/2009
Q: going to change timing belt on a 91 pont. grand prix with 3.4liter need to know where the timing ... A: This is a HUGE project and I would suggest you not tackle it your self. You need spedial tools as ...
92 bonneville clicking from fuse/switch box	9/26/2009
Q: I have a 92 Bonneville SE. Yesterday it simply died on me and sits where it died. Luckily it was ... A: well you have some sore of a bad connection either a major ground or power that is either loose or ...
2005 hvac	9/25/2009
Q: .. some heat comes out of the vents but does not blow. it doesn't do anything when i turn it on low ... A: No it's pretty simple. once you take down the hush panel under the glove box it's right there. It' ...
2005 hvac	9/25/2009
Q: .. some heat comes out of the vents but does not blow. it doesn't do anything when i turn it on low ... A: Does this have auto HVAC or manual control HVAC? Chances are that is you have no power and ground ...
blinker noise and fan controls	9/25/2009
Q: Todd, I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT coupe, the blinkers keep making noise even when not ... A: Hey Kyle: Heres the list of stuff you need. Turn signal switch on the hazzard switch. Blower motor ...
Reduced eng pwr light	9/24/2009
Q: I have a 2000 pontiac firebird; i was driving and the reduced eng pwr light illuminated. This ... A: itr it happend once it's going to happen again.. Do you know what the fault code was for? that lamp ...
Buick instrument cluster question...	9/24/2009
Q: Howdy, Todd! I've got a 2001 Buick LeSabre (Custom)...and most of the lights on the instrument ... A: we don't fix the clusters in cars any more we just order exchange units. "MOST" of them do not have ...
winshield wiper	9/24/2009
Q: 2003 Pontiac Montana. Rear wiper "frozen" in upright position. Front wiper "very, very" slow ... A: you need a rear motor that is VERY common and most likley an rear arm as well. As for the front the ...
96 Bonnie - Repaired, now not starting	9/23/2009
Q: I have a 96 Pont Bonnie SE with a K code 3800 series 2 motor. I blew an intake gasket and drove it ... A: Well you need three things for an engine to run. Spark,Fuel and compression. check to make sure you ...
2000 pontiac sunfire se	9/23/2009
Q: my daughters first car well, decided to pull fuse out of car inside as daughter didnt want her ... A: well you have a short circuit somewhere in the car. If the ignition switch was smoking that is the ...
95 pontiac transport	9/23/2009
Q: why is my van idling so high in park and while it running....it's idling at 2500 rpm......i have ... A: has the battery gone dead recently? any service engine soon lamp on? does it idle fast in gear with ...
2002 Pontiac bonneville SE	9/22/2009
Q: i have a 2002 bonneville and the a/c lines keep breaking, what could this be i had the system ... A: what line? the one for the compressor? A motor mount is a good bet if there is too much vibtation ...
Wheel Bearing	9/22/2009
Q: i have a 2002 grand am GT and just recently replaced a wheel bearing hub assembly because of a ... A: well it's one of a few things. first off when you drive down a striaght smooth road and turn the ...
1996 pontiac grand am 2.4 not firing on 1 and 3 cyl	9/21/2009
Q: I have a 96 grand am was running fine parked it overnight got up and started and went to take off ... A: Hey Cal: well 1/3 are not companion cylinders they are on different coils so the only thing they ...
1999 grand am transmission	9/21/2009
Q: I just installed a different transmission in my Pontiac and just got it finished and it shifts hard ... A: Hey Chad: No ther is no vacuum line. the transmission is electronically controlled. a few things to ...
97 Sunfire RPM Surge and Steering Question	9/21/2009
Q: I'm glad you are still around - I haven't needed you for awhile now - you've been helpful with a ... A: well first off the steering. it can be a steering shaft thunmping but it would do it off center and ...
Freeze plug	9/20/2009
Q: Todd how do you replace the rear freeze plug in a 1989 Pontiac 6000, 2.8 liter engine? Thanks very ... A: if it's in the rear of the block then the transaxle needs to be removed from the car and then the ...
power door	9/20/2009
Q: I just bought a 1999 Montana. The power sliding door only works some of the time, and when it does ... A: well ther are a few this that could be wrong with this and only one thing that the do it your selfer ...
CV Axle 2001 Pontiac Montana	9/20/2009
Q: I replaced the passenger side CV axle. I have everything back together. But there is "slop" in the ... A: it sounds to me that either the threads on the outter cv joint are incorrect for the nut, The ...
1998 Pontiac Trans Am Blinkers	9/19/2009
Q: My blinkers don't work, front or back. I've changed all the bulbs that I know to change & still no ... A: depending on how this is equipped if it's a usa car or canadian the wiring is different for the ...
transam ws6	9/19/2009
Q: Drivers side window no longer operational. Will go down 1/4 inch then nothing. I have heard that ... A: will the window go back up after it stops going down? More then likley the motor circuit breaker is ...
1998 Pontiac Trans Am Blinkers	9/19/2009
Q: My blinkers don't work, front or back. I've changed all the bulbs that I know to change & still no ... A: well it's either a fuse,switch or flasher element. Of the 3 the most likely cause is the t/s flasher ...
Transmission	9/18/2009
Q: Sorry I recently submitted the following question and neglected to tell you that the car is a 2002 ... A: well if there is any service engine soon lamp on that has to addressed first and foremost. if there ...
bonneville sse 1996 vin k (not supercharged)	9/18/2009
Q: engine is a 3.8. Ok here is the problem my heat and ac do not change temps at all it's like they ... A: Sounds to me like either the temp door is stuck or the actuator is bad for the temp door. More then ...
pontiac grand am starter	9/18/2009
Q: I put a new starter in a 99 pontiac grand am, and after the engine is started you can hear the ... A: Well either the ignition swotch is bad and it is keeping the starter in the crank postion Not Very ...
2008 Pontiac GP Remote Start	9/17/2009
Q: I have the Remote Start Key FOBs - when I press start, the DIC inside the vehicle says "Remote Start ... A: let me guess you bought this car used and they gave you a set of remotes that have the remote start ...
side windows	9/17/2009
Q: what would make side rear window in a 1997 pontiac transport stop working? they want open. A: did they both quit working at the same time? If so it's either a blown fuse,bad switch or a broken ...
2000 Sunfire Rear brakes	9/16/2009
Q: I have a 2000 sunfire and it is having problems with the rear brakes dragging. I have personally ... A: Did you use good quality brake parts? No cheap brake shoes?? Is this car equipped with ABS? Do you ...
97 Gran Prix GTP	9/16/2009
Q: Our 97 Grand Prix GTP has the remote entry with theft deterrent. We are having to replace the ... A: Unless you push the lock Button 2 times you should not be in theft provention mode. if you just pust ...
Grand Prix Electrical issue	9/16/2009
Q: A 2004 Grand Prix GT 3800 V6 has a front DRL that doesn't work and I have changed the lightbulb ... A: I would still replace the suspect connector for the headlamp bulb due to the fact it over heated if ...
Grand Prix Electrical issue	9/15/2009
Q: A 2004 Grand Prix GT 3800 V6 has a front DRL that doesn't work and I have changed the lightbulb ... A: If the connctors look melted then replace them. If they over heated at all then you have a high ...
olds haynes manual	9/15/2009
Q: just wondering if you can tell me where you found your Haynes manual? I need a Haynes manual for a ... A: Try this: http://www.carpartswholesale.com/wholesale/manuals/oldsmobile-intrigue-9485031.html I'm ...
Front turn light	9/14/2009
Q: Replaced all bulbs front and back. Front turn light will light up but not flash. The rest work ... A: It's not a flasher or a fuse issue due to the fact that the other 3 corners work. My best guess is ...
clutch woes	9/14/2009
Q: presser plate, and slave cylinder in a 97 sunfire. now the clutch won't dissengage to start the car. ... A: Hey Paul: Was this the problem you were having before or was it slipping? If this what you had ...
A/C Blower	9/13/2009
Q: 4L V6) and had experienced a problem with the blower motor not working at the level 1 & 2 settings ... A: If only 1 and 2 were in oup and now the rest of the speeds are inop but 5 I would say you got a bad ...
Heated seat	9/13/2009
Q: The drivers side heated seat stopped working on my 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix 3800 SC. Leather seat. ... A: ther are only 2 things that go bad on those seats either the timer/relay under the seat or the ...
1995 Pontiac Bonneville 3.8L	9/12/2009
Q: 1995 pontiac bonneville (not super) 3.8L - Turn engine on and start to put gas to the engine and ... A: Well your going to have to see what the engine is missing when it quits running. if you can ...
Head Lights	9/12/2009
Q: my g.p. has auto head lights not the selectable kind.the kind that comes on at night with out ... A: This is right out of the service manual. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) control module is designed ...
87 fiero coil pack	9/11/2009
Q: how do you test a coil pack and the pickup sensor A: I will assume this is a 4 cylinder? In that case you have to remove the coil's and the ignition ...
PONTIAC SUNFIRE	9/11/2009
Q: I HAVE A 97 SUNFIRE. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THE INGNITION LOCK FROM A 96 SUNFIRE WILL WORK ON MY ... A: yes they should interchange with out any problem but just the lock cylinder change not the outter ...
code 0442	9/11/2009
Q: i have a 2002 pontiac grand am v6 3.4 my serivce engine light comes on a when i scan the computer ... A: Hey Tim: well a Po4420 is very hard to fix/find. But 3 places that are connon for these to leak. If ...
2004 sunfire	9/10/2009
Q: i have a 2004 sunfire, no cruise, 2.2 ecotec that has a wild idle and surging problem with some ... A: Does this car have a lot of miles on it? Is there any kind of rattle engine noise when it's running? ...
Engine Trouble	9/10/2009
Q: I have a 1988 Trans Am with a 305 in it. Im having troubles with the takeoff it doesnt seem to ... A: If it runs better with the MAF disconnected then that is where I would start. those were known to go ...
2002 pontiac grand prix intermidiate star	9/10/2009
Q: todd my mother has a 2002 pontaic grand se with the 3800 v6 engine. sometimes it start and other ... A: Here is what Youneed to do when it wil not crank you need someone to help you out. Hold the key in ...
confused	9/9/2009
Q: i have a 1990 pontiac grand prix 6 cylinder,the problem i am having is ,my car starts up just fine ... A: Dos it overheat and quit running or does it run at normal temapture and just quit running? When it ...
2004 sunfire	9/9/2009
Q: i have a 2004 sunfire, no cruise, 2.2 ecotec that has a wild idle and surging problem with some ... A: has any service engine soon lamp come on? If so there will be a code(s) stored in the engine ...
grand am 1997	9/9/2009
Q: 97 grand am 3.1 v6 wont start has fire gas pops like timeing is out what could it be A: is the security lamp on and or flashing when it trys to start? if so there is an issue with the ...
sunfire '97 pontiac	9/8/2009
Q: my 97 sunfire 2.2 automatic, boggs down at nearly 4000rpm.(it doesnt reach 4500rpm). i've change the ... A: well Next step would be to check the fuel pressure on this engine. When was the last time the fuel ...
1993 pontiac transport 3.8 v6	9/8/2009
Q: i have a 1993 pontiac transport that just stops running for no apparent reason. it has a new ... A: well yout going to have to see what's missing when it will not run. My guess here is it's loosing ...
headlights	9/8/2009
Q: why headlights ,taillights and dash lights are flickering while drivig and idling, never goes on and ... A: There is a service bulletin about this concern on that van. I was sort of thinking that is what you ...
2007 Pontiac G5	9/7/2009
Q: I have a 2007 Pontiac G5. When I am driving down the road the car is chugging/surging. It is hard ... A: First off if the car has less then 36,000 MILES what ever that is in Kmh it should be a warranty ...
2003 Montana Automatic Level Control	9/7/2009
Q: Recently, after using my inflator system on my Montana, the system shut down with a hissing sound ... A: was the oil coming out of the Level compressor or in that general area? If so it's passable that the ...
2000 Pontiac Montana	9/7/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Montana v6, and i am having trouble with the front ac blower motor. The blower ... A: The problem here is with the blower resistor. there is a relay inside the resistor that controls the ...
Car won't start	9/6/2009
Q: Have a 1991 Pontiac Grand Am. Car was completely dead. Tried to jump start for about 15 minutes, ... A: Well you either have a completly dead/shorted battery or a bad connection possably at the battery. ...
1988 pontiac trans am gta	9/6/2009
Q: ive been having problems with this car off and on for awile i just spent 1300 on repairs and it ... A: Hey Grant: these are a bit before My time in the delaership but I do remeber a few issues these ...
02 grand prix main bearings	9/6/2009
Q: i need to know if I can pull just the engine in my 02 grand prix se. i belive a main or rod bearing ... A: Hey Josh: Yes you can just pull the engine out without the transmission. It will come out the top ...
Thermostat // Thermostat Housing	9/5/2009
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 ltr. I recently was attempting to replace my thermostat when i ... A: You may have put the thermostat in crooked and or the seal that is on the thermostat is worn out ...
92 pontiac grand am	9/5/2009
Q: all my gauges quit working what should i check(temp,tack,speed,fuel) A: do the warning lamps come on when you turn the car to the run position, EG Battery lamp,seatbelt ...
98 pontiac grandprix se 3.8 timing	9/4/2009
Q: 1 cyclinder is TDC how do i know if the timing chain is TDC on the chains with the cover still on is ... A: there is no wat to tell if it's at TDC there are no marks on the balancer. You could be at TDC on ...
2001 pontiac grand am	9/3/2009
Q: 2001 grand am, 3.4 l, auto. over the last 2 years that i have own this car, about once every 3-4 ... A: It sounds like you have multiple issues here. #1 a bad battery in the car get that fixed first and ...
heads up display	9/3/2009
Q: 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix - GTP Vehicle has a nice adjustable HUD. Went out to the car one AM and the ... A: It depends on how handy you are. If for some reason the diaplay broke off or came dislodged inside ...
2001 pontaic montana	9/3/2009
Q: I have been having problems starting the vehicle, I had the starter tested it fired fine twice on ... A: well It can be a relay but It's not in the fuse box. it on the side of the radiator on the right ...
the key secruity system keeps failing	9/2/2009
Q: .. is there anyway that i can have my mechanic by pass the security system so my car wont go into ... A: It depends on what is wrong with the security system if it indeed is the lock housing then yes there ...
99' Pontiac Transport Overhead DIC Problem	9/2/2009
Q: My dic was randomly going on and off, but never lost the info, then it went dim, then it stopped ... A: Hey Wayne: those systems are touchey in those old vans. #1 there was 2 different systtems for them ...
96pontiac sunfire	9/2/2009
Q: what to do/have seat belt buzzer going off when driving down road/ belt buzzer wont stop.d A: Does it still chime if the belt is attached? Is it a constant chime or does it just chime every once ...
STUCK IGNITION SWITCH	9/1/2009
Q: MY IGNITION SWITCH IS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION ON MY 95 GRAND PRIX. IMMEDIATELY BEFORE IT HAPPENED ... A: I was thinking it was a floor shifter usually this only happens with those. I would say you have ...
1999 Pontiac Grand Am SE V6	9/1/2009
Q: I just replaced the thermostat and water pump in my car, and I also flushed the radiator. The ... A: It could be but You never know. My best guess it this that It has a coolant leak or did from a lower ...
STUCK IGNITION SWITCH	8/31/2009
Q: MY IGNITION SWITCH IS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION ON MY 95 GRAND PRIX. IMMEDIATELY BEFORE IT HAPPENED ... A: is this a column shift or floor shift car? Whn you say key is stuck will the lock cylinder turn but ...
Light out for speedometer	8/30/2009
Q: 2003 Pontiac Aztek. Light is out for the speedometer. How do you replace? Thank you. A: The lights are not serviceable in the speedo cluster assembly. The unit has to be swapped with an ...
Sunfire Missing	8/30/2009
Q: I have a 1996 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 It started to have a slight miss. The check engine light came on ... A: I would put a fuel pressure guage on this at the filter you will need a few adapotor to make it work ...
1998 Grand Prix GTP Difficult Starting	8/29/2009
Q: 3.8L supercharged engine. Diffuclt to start, warm or cold. Takes a lot of cranking over, or a number ... A: Hey Gary: Once it starts does it billow black smoke out the exhaust? If so I would suspect some ...
Front end shaking	8/28/2009
Q: I have a 95 pontiac grand am gt 6 cylinder 3.1. The front end has been shaking mostly when turning ... A: Ho Ronnie: If you feel it in the steering whell then It can be a loose suspension component or ...
1993 Pontiac Grand Am 4 cylinder	8/28/2009
Q: I start it up and it runs for about 5 minutes then it starts smoking black out of the muffler and ... A: The black smoke out the exhaust would indicate an overly rich condition. It can be from a lot of ...
air conditinor	8/28/2009
Q: 91 grand prix le 3.1 i just got car for my daughter.no cold air got air charger at store.where do i ... A: The charger you got will not work on this car. That car had r-12 refrigerant which is no longer ...
Blower Motor is unoperable	8/27/2009
Q: ..I have a blower motor that is inoperable in my 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP....I read the TSB for ... A: more then likely the blower motor control module is bad. That the module mounted right next to the ...
dash lights on 89 trans am	8/27/2009
Q: my dash lights quit working the 5 amp fuse was blown i thought it was because i was messing around ... A: Sorry i can't really help you out on diagaram My online servie data only goes back to 1998. do the ...
Accelerator Stuck	8/27/2009
Q: While driving my 98 Pontiac Trans Sport Van @ 45 MPH the vehicle began to accelerate on its own. I ... A: this is an odd one. I caan't say thaat I have ever seen this on this type of van. unhook the ...
95 Quad 4 Grand Am	8/26/2009
Q: Recently replaced head gasket, now while driving engine shuts off. We need to wait 3-4 min and then ... A: I would make sure all the ground wires on the engine to tranmsission mounting bolts are clean and ...
code po102	8/26/2009
Q: Could you please tell me what the po102 code means for my 2002 grand prix gtp 3800 A: That codes is for a Mass Air Flow sensor either the sensor is bad or the wiring to the sensor can be ...
1996 Pontiac Sunfire Won't Start	8/26/2009
Q: My 1996 Pontiac Sunfire sat for awhile. When I attempted to start it the battery was too low. The ... A: well it sound like you have a power or ground issue here if none of the accy. power comes on with ...
tensioner	8/25/2009
Q: I have an 05 grand prix that need the tensioner replaced how do i go about doing that A: Hey Leah: the belt tensioner on this car is part of the heater hose inlet/outlet as well as the ...
electrical	8/25/2009
Q: Todd I have a 1994 pontiac grand prix 3.1 with 230,000 miles and for the past week when i use the ... A: Sound to me like you have a Ground issue here. Do the wipers work? There is a ground wire on the ...
Scratchy FM voice reception on 2009 VIBE radio	8/24/2009
Q: Further to my 2009 VIBE question on Aug. 19/09 re scratchy FM voice reception on one specific,local ... A: That kind of mirrors what I was saying about the way the radio processes the signal. And I would not ...
Automatic Transmission Clunk	8/24/2009
Q: My girlfriends 1999 2.2L Sunfire makes a clunk or thud while jerking the car as you switch between ... A: well It depends on the sevarity and type of noise. With out hearing it it's hard to say for sure. ...
steam in engine compartment	8/23/2009
Q: I have a 1997 pontiac sunfire. It just started to overheat. There is steam coming from the engine ... A: No reason for a flush unless you added any coolant other then dex-cool. It should be added at 50/50 ...
steam in engine compartment	8/23/2009
Q: I have a 1997 pontiac sunfire. It just started to overheat. There is steam coming from the engine ... A: Age is a huge factor on the hose going. I bet it was the original. no one ever changes a hose as ...
steam in engine compartment	8/22/2009
Q: I have a 1997 pontiac sunfire. It just started to overheat. There is steam coming from the engine ... A: well the steam is from the coolant boiling due to the over heat. it can just be comming from the ...
flywheel bolts	8/22/2009
Q: 1995 pontiac Bonneville. Just finished replacing head gaskets. Drove vehicle into garage running bad ... A: Hey Jamie: Wow that's a weird one but Here is what I think happened. The engine was running rough ...
1995 Pontiac Grand Prix no start problem	8/21/2009
Q: The problem, my car runs great first start of the day and I can drive for hours without a problem, ... A: do you know which V6 engine is in this car? 3100 V6 or 3.4 dual over head cam V6? My first though ...
Pontiac Grad Prix 2003	8/21/2009
Q: My 2003 Grand Prix, V6 has been hesitating then lurching when I press the gas from a dead stop. ... A: which V6 does this have 3800 or 3100 V6? If it's a 3800 engine I would suspect that you have a mass ...
fuel delivery?	8/20/2009
Q: Have a '01 Grand Am GT. Started and ran fine to library. Then wouldn't start. Starts with ... A: Well it one of 2 things does the security lamp come on and start flashing? If so the teft system has ...
1997 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L	8/20/2009
Q: I've had a "slight engine miss" for over a year which has gotten worse to the point where the engine ... A: An exhaust leak before the O2 sensor will cause a fule delivery issue yes. It will not effect timing ...
Fixing an Aarm on a sunfire 2 door	8/20/2009
Q: im looking at buyin a sunfire for 500 and the left A arm is bent up i needs to be replaced i was ... A: Beware if an A arm is bent up there may be more damage then that. Changinge an a arm is pretty easy ...
Slight jerk when accelerating	8/19/2009
Q: I have a 2000 pontiac grand am 3.4 L V6. Two weeks ago I had a transmission flush done on my vehicle ... A: Well the only thing that I can think of that the 2 would have in common is if the flush was done and ...
1997 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L	8/19/2009
Q: I've had a "slight engine miss" for over a year which has gotten worse to the point where the engine ... A: weel I would do a compression test on the engine and see what you have on #3 if that doesn't show ...
Scratchy FM reception	8/19/2009
Q: Traded my 2003 Matrix in on a 2009 VIBE. FM radio reception with Matrix was perfect but with Vibe I ... A: Did you try to change the auto tone? there are options for talk/pop/rock classical etc... it makes a ...
rear brakes, 2004 pontiac grand prix	8/18/2009
Q: i can't retract piston in rear brake calipers, is there a special tool, and what is it called? A: Yes there is a special too, you need to do this. You can buy a universal tool that has different ...
Fuel Gauge Reading	8/17/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am GT, V6 engine. The fuel gauge goes to full when I fill up and ... A: You need a fuel level sensor for this car The sensor is part of the gas tank fuel pump assemby. It ...
G6 stalling	8/17/2009
Q: My 2005 G6 v6 was sputtering/stalling at stops - eventually engine light came on - received code for ... A: is the car still setting a MAF sensor code? The reduced engine power lamps light will set is there ...
grand am timing kit	8/16/2009
Q: we put the kit on our grand am se 2.4 quad dual overhead and lined the cam and the crank up and made ... A: What was the original failure here that you put a timing kit on this engine. Did the timing jump or ...
Key doesn´t turn to off position	8/15/2009
Q: I have a 96 Pontiac grand am gt, and the key won´t turn off anymore. The key stop´s turning on ... A: Is this car an automatic transmission or a sitck shift? My guess is automatic. if that is the case ...
97 pontiac sunfire	8/15/2009
Q: my 97 pontiac sunfire is running rough when I first start it up and take off. I also smell fumes. ... A: Yes it does. it meas the engine is misfiring and in the long term it will cause damage to the ...
97 pontiac sunfire	8/15/2009
Q: my 97 pontiac sunfire is running rough when I first start it up and take off. I also smell fumes. ... A: well it can be a lot of things. It can be either a fuel delivery issue or a spark problem. Has and ...
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix	8/14/2009
Q: May 2009 we had the intake valve replaced on our 2002 Grand Prix, along with other hoses, belts, ... A: Yes I have heard of this happening. If the intake manifold gasket was leaking for an extended amount ...
filter	8/14/2009
Q: were is the cabin a/c filter for a 1996 trans sport van thank you A: I have never been asked that before nor have I changed on in that old of a van. If indeed it has it ...
2009 Pontiac 1.8 ltr base Vibe 16	8/14/2009
Q: I would like to know what other years of Vibes or other years and makes of vehicles would have 16" ... A: It doesn't matter if they are steel wheels or ally wheels as long as the rim diameter is the same ...
is the 98 3400 engine Interference or non interference	8/13/2009
Q: I just bought a 1998 Pontiac Montana with a 3400 engine. the valves are not moving when it is ... A: Hey Tom: Bad news it bent valves especially if it was running and suddenly quit. You could possably ...
brakes,abs	8/12/2009
Q: recently my montana{2002} has had the abs come on while driving do not have to be braking.and it ... A: I take it no service vehicle soon.trac off or abs lamps are on? If not My guess it you have a wheel ...
Won't start sometimes	8/12/2009
Q: Have a 68 Pontiac Parisienne. Starts fine first thing in the morning. After driving sometimes will ... A: could be the solenod. it could be a bad connection somewhere in the "crank" ckt between the ket and ...
2002 Bonneville Blower Motor	8/12/2009
Q: I have an '02 Bonneville SSEi with the dual controls for the A/C. For the last week, sometimes the ... A: Hey Bob: well the only way to tell for sure is when the blower motor quits working is to ccheck the ...
1997 ponitac sunfire	8/11/2009
Q: i have this car and i am able to drive but it will not go over 30mph it gets stuck and will not go ... A: I would start my checking spark on all 4 cylinders with a spark checker My guess is you have 1 or 2 ...
No Lights	8/11/2009
Q: I own a 2002 Grand Prix I have no dash lights,day time running lights,and tail lights. Plus when I ... A: Hey stan: does the chime go off even when the head lamps are off or when the lamps do not work the ...
emergency lights	8/10/2009
Q: We have a Pontiac G6, this morning the emergency lights just started blinking by themselves - we are ... A: that's more then likely what happened. water is a conductor so it may have crossed the circuit in ...
Help!	8/10/2009
Q: I just bought a 2000 Grand Am 2.4 liter and require a signal/hazzard flasher...where can I pick one ... A: first off this part was part of a recall back in the day. You may want to call a pontiac dealer and ...
Engine swap	8/9/2009
Q: Can you remove a 2.2L 4-cyl engine out of an '01 Cavalier without taking out the transmission also? A: the only thing you need to do is remove the harmonic balancer from the engine before you remove the ...
Cigarette lighter.	8/9/2009
Q: My cigarette lighter on my 99 grand am stopped working. I checked the fuse and it doesn't appear to ... A: At the base of the lighter where the plug is there is a orange and a black wire. use a 12 volt test ...
2009 Pontiac 1.8 ltr base Vibe 16" wheel	8/8/2009
Q: I would like to know what other years of Vibes or other years and makes of vehicles would have 16" ... A: Yes the Toyota Corola "matrix" is the exact same car. So those wheels will fit you Vibe. The only ...
92 pont bonn SE 3800 6 cylinder	8/7/2009
Q: My car ovr heats and shuts down while im driving. I hav replace thermastat,and heat sensor and it ... A: does it actually show on the gauge it's running hot and is it physically overheating like pushing ...
2004 sunfire 2.2 4 doors automatic	8/7/2009
Q: when I turn off and remove the key the radio stay on and drain my battery . I have to remove the ... A: I think you have an issue with a door jam swithc on this car. when you open the drivers door does ...
1999 sunfire front end noise	8/7/2009
Q: This Sunfire is a 2.2 5 speed and makes a loud whining noise from the front end at over 20 mph. It ... A: is the noise more of a whine/humm or for sure a whistle? if it's a whine or whistle noise see if it ...
Hissing-Driver side of Engine-Pontiac Grand Prix 3.1 V6	8/6/2009
Q: I first noticed a hissing sound coming through my inside a/c vents. I hear it while driving when I ... A: Noises are hard to pin pint especially if I can't hera it. But I have 2 thoughts wither a power ...
1992 Sunbird runs very rough	8/6/2009
Q: Todd, I have a 92 Sunbird 3.1 MPFI that idles very rough as soon as it starts. When it gets up to ... A: thye problem with these older cars is the computer systems are slow and are not very good at picking ...
1999 pontiac sunfire INSPECTION	8/6/2009
Q: Have a 1999 Sunfire. It sat for about 1 year. The battery was gone so i bought a new one. Runs good ... A: there is nothing wrong with the car if no service engine soon lamp has come on.. It's just a matter ...
2004 Pontiac Aztek	8/5/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Aztek and just recently had the speedometer cluster replaced at a local ... A: It can be a lot of things. A pcv system issue is not going to cause a hesitation unless there is a ...
Wiper Arm	8/5/2009
Q: 98 Olds Intrigue, passenger arm does not wipe. Nut under cap moves and the arm bumbs in park ... A: The arm is stripped out on the trasnmission stud. take the nut off and you can stick a drill bit in ...
Sunfire interchange.	8/5/2009
Q: I have a good motor and transmission for a 97 Pontiac Sunfire I am trying to find a body, could you ... A: A sunfire is a "J" body car the only other "J" body car Gma had back then was the Chevy Cavalier. It ...
car won't start	8/4/2009
Q: I have an 88 celebrity 2.8 it won't start kicks back like it is out of time. Checked that and its ... A: well in order for it to ru it needs 3 things spark,fuel and compression. have you checked the ...
computer reset	8/4/2009
Q: i left my car key in accessory and it had to be jump started( it was done properly) however no ... A: what model and year car is this? I'm going to guess a G6? maybe 08? What happend here is the remote ...
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP	8/3/2009
Q: 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 5.3L 8 cylinder engine...The car has intermittently had the left turn ... A: These cars have issues with either the socket for the front bulbs or the jumper harness the socket ...
flasher unit	8/3/2009
Q: hi there i have a 05 sunfire i was woundering where the turn signal flasher is located? A: it's under the dash baord just between the steering column and the center of the dash where the ...
2001 SSEi Stalling issue	8/3/2009
Q: The car turns on fine, after 30 seconds the battery voltage drops off, and the car putters then ... A: have you verifided that the voltage actaully jumps all over with a volt gauge? The gauge on the dash ...
ac on pontiac bonneville	8/2/2009
Q: ac wont come on unless you slam passenger side door.Wat would cause that A: I assume you mean the blower motor will not run untill you slam the door? If this is a newer ...
2000 bonneville climate control	8/2/2009
Q: when ac is turned on it blows cold air out the passenger side and warm air out the drivers side ... A: Yes it can still be cold on the right but cool on the left side if the system is low on a charge. as ...
2000 bonneville climate control	8/2/2009
Q: when ac is turned on it blows cold air out the passenger side and warm air out the drivers side A: does this have auto cliamte control "digital" or does it have manual dials? My guess is possably 2 ...
car won't start occasionally	8/1/2009
Q: My 96 Pontiac Sunfire, 2.2L, 3 sp auto, 165k miles won't start when I turn the key occasionally. ... A: Well first things first. when it does not crank yout going to have to see if you have "crank" ...
2005 Grandprix	8/1/2009
Q: I have a 2005 Grandprix that hesitates upon acceleration sometimes. Sometimes when I accelerate hard ... A: Is this a transmission issue you have or is it a engine running issue you have or both? You can look ...
pontiac vibe hood release cable	8/1/2009
Q: I can't open my hood. How do I open my hood on my 03 pontiac vibe? the cable latch is very loose ... A: Hey Walt: if your lucky just the cable broke off the handle inside the car. If this is the case you ...
1995 transport TCS light	7/31/2009
Q: Does it hurt the van to drive with the TCS light coming on? Also could it come on because oil could ... A: any warning light that is on means there is an issue. The TCS lamp is more then likley on due toa ...
air pump	7/31/2009
Q: how can i get secondary air pump cleared so i can pass inspection? A: The only way to get it to pass an emissions tets is to get the a.i.r. pump system fixed. what ever ...
rusted sockets inside lamp assembly	7/31/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac sunfire 2.2 SE coupe. During an inspection, I was told I need a new lamp ... A: That is steep. ususally the sockets for a license plate lamp assembly are servicable, I'm not a prts ...
1992 Bonniville SSEI	7/30/2009
Q: 1992 Pontiac Bonniville 3800 V6 SUPERCHARGED.PROBLEM= TIMING OR ELECTRICL.Problem started while ... A: Hey Corey: Well it can be a lot of things but I would srat by looking for a vacuum leak either ...
stalling car	7/30/2009
Q: i have a 1999 grand am 4ci se thats just started to stall out shortly after starting. most times at ... A: well it can be a lot of things.. does it start right back up easily when it stalls out? when it ...
AC on 95 bonneville	7/30/2009
Q: At first the A/C began to work intermittently and now nothing comes out of the vents when it is set ... A: Hey Dan: well fro you are syating it sounds like the a/c system it's self is working but how well ...
license plate light on 1999 Buick park ave	7/29/2009
Q: both license plate light bulbs are burned out how do I get at them to change them thanks Bob Patten A: open the trunk and pull down the carpet at the rear of the trunk deck lid then you will fina about a ...
2001 pontiac sunfire a/c	7/29/2009
Q: I just bought a 2001 Pontiac sunfire SE 2 door 2.2 engine. the previous owner told me that the air ... A: that car doesn't have a cabin air filter. so that's not the problem. If the a/c doesn't work but the ...
Stalling	7/28/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Monte Carlo SS, 3.8L. I recently had the plugs and wires changed, now the car stalls ... A: Hey Mike: this problem cropped up after you changed the wires and plugs or were you chasing this ...
96 formula, stalls, now won't run	7/28/2009
Q: i have a 96 firebird formula, 5.7l lt1 auto. the engine stalled without warning and would not start ... A: well in order for this to run it needs fuel and spark. you need to see which one your missing. My ...
1998 Pontiac Transport	7/28/2009
Q: First our heat/ac stopped working, and now the engine is making a ticking sound, what could have ... A: No heat in July??? did the blower motor cut out or did you actually loose heat? if it's a blower ...
Clutch leaking fluid	7/27/2009
Q: On my 98 Pontiac Grand Am, About once a month my clutch fluid completely runs out. There is never ... A: Well it's gott be going somewhere.... My guess is it's leaking into the car abd saoking the backing ...
Car radio	7/27/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Grand Am. My radio recently stopped working and says it need to be calibrated. How do ... A: Has the battery gone dead recently? If so that would explain the reason your getting that message. ...
1999 sunfire running rough	7/27/2009
Q: I bought my son a 1999 Sunfire that had been sitting a year (old gas). It starts and runs fine when ... A: well first off I would replace the spark plug wires if the tops of the coils are rusted that means ...
94 Grand AM	7/26/2009
Q: I have a 94 grand am who's blinker has quit blinking completely. No blinker on dash or out side. ... A: it can be a bad turn signal switch or a bad flasher element. I would lean more towords the falsher ...
Pontiac Sunfire 2002 will not turn over	7/26/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (120,000 miles) that will not turn over. When I turn the key, I hear a ... A: If you hear the starter lick it's getting the chank volatgae from the key or at least partial crank ...
lighter fuse	7/26/2009
Q: where are the fuses in a car? so I can fix my lighter. thanx A: what model car is this? it depends on which fuse box it's in. some cars have as many as 3 fuses ...
cruise control	7/25/2009
Q: 2001 pontiac grand prix gt trans, does not shift right all the time when cruise control is used A: ??? You lost me here. when the cruise control is on the car isusally in 4'th gear already so there ...
control arm	7/25/2009
Q: How do i change the control arm on front passenger side on a 96 pontiac grand prix A: The control ar is helds on by 2 bolts one in the front and one in the rear. there is a clamp that ...
2004 Pontiac Aztek	7/24/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Aztek and just recently had the speedometer cluster replaced at a local ... A: chances are no. It depends on the radio you are looking to buy for this they have have an interface ...
2004 Pontiac Aztek	7/24/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Aztek and just recently had the speedometer cluster replaced at a local ... A: the 2 are not related at all. Actually what happend to the radio is very common. the led's i n the ...
No dash lights or tail lights	7/24/2009
Q: I have a 2001 Grand AM SE. Last month the lights went out on my dash and I got pulled over by the ... A: obviously there is a dead short in the brake lamp ckt. and thats why the fuse is blowing. As to ...
2006 Pontiac G6 GT front brakes	7/23/2009
Q: you have helped us before with my Mom's Sunbird! My 2006 G6 has a problem with the front brakes. ... A: If you feel it in the steering wheel it's from the front for sure... It's not a caliper issue it's a ...
2003 pontiac sunfire wont rev	7/23/2009
Q: we have a 2003 pontiac sunfire that wont rev past 4000 without misfiring or take the gas on hard ... A: will if the engine will not rev higher then it's not breathing correctly I would start at looking ...
electronic level control	7/23/2009
Q: We found the electronic level control box under van and wanted to know where the arm is supposed to ... A: from that picyure it looks like the link broke off the arm on the level control module. I can't tell ...
electronic level control	7/22/2009
Q: We found the electronic level control box under van and wanted to know where the arm is supposed to ... A: The link for the level sensor arm goes from the sensor to the cross rod on the suspension on the ...
2006 Pontiac G6 GT front brakes	7/22/2009
Q: you have helped us before with my Mom's Sunbird! My 2006 G6 has a problem with the front brakes. ... A: does the steering wheel shake when you apply the brakes or can you feel it in the brake pedal and in ...
Grand Prix 2000	7/22/2009
Q: Todd, 2000 Grand Prix Gt 3800. My blower started making noise and shortly after quit. I ended up ... A: more then likely the issue here is a mode door control actuator is bad. the air doors are controled ...
blower motor for 98 sunfire	7/21/2009
Q: The interior blower motor was working sporadically. I replaced it, with the same results. I ... A: Hey Al: what's it doing? does it work then cut out for extended periods of time or doe only some of ...
1992 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE	7/21/2009
Q: Bonneville want start, it is an automatic and the shifter on the colum free spins with the key on ... A: well #1 if it's stuck in neutral it should still start. the car should start in neutral or park. My ...
tensioner rattle w/ air cond. on	7/21/2009
Q: I am on my third belt tensioner(in fifteen months)on my '94 Firebird 3.4 VIN S. The tensioner ... A: Hey Joe: I would take a look athe the idler pulley first and if that seems tight and it's running ...
Starting Problems	7/20/2009
Q: I own a 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Turbo 3.4 ltr I think. I was driving one day and stopped at a ... A: do you have an extra key to try? I assume it will not turn in the ignition? or the engine just will ...
02 pontiac sunfire	7/20/2009
Q: The highbeam indicator light as well as the mileage back light stay on all the time any suggestions? ... A: are any of the other back lights on as well or just the IPC? Do you have any other kids of wierd ...
windows	7/19/2009
Q: all windows on my 2007 pontiac g6 gt will not open or close checked fuse it is ok. what to do next? ... A: The fues for the windows in is the center console under the radio it's a 30 amp fuse. to check the ...
Skipping Cylinder	7/19/2009
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Bonneville and apparently it has a skipping cylinder. How do i get this fix ... A: well it dpends on why that cylinder in misfiring as to how much it will cost to get it fixed. it can ...
windows	7/19/2009
Q: all windows on my 2007 pontiac g6 gt will not open or close checked fuse it is ok. what to do next? ... A: Is this a 4 door or a coupe/convertable. All the windows share the same fuse which in the fuse box ...
serpentine belt	7/18/2009
Q: it is a 1999 pontiac gran prix 3.8 litre v6 with a super charger. i need to replace the serpentine ... A: I can't really help you out here I'm not a parts guy. But I do belive if you look around you can ...
Air Conditioning/Heating	7/18/2009
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Transport. When using heat or A/C the air blows out of all vents ... A: there is a actuator by the blower motor but that doesn't have any effect on the air flow into the ...
engine swap	7/18/2009
Q: will a 2.2 from a 96 sunfire work in a 97 sunfire? every salvage yard i called said 96 and 97 are ... A: If the sensors look different in terms of the electrical connector then they are different. As far ...
05 grandprix	7/17/2009
Q: what is the best way to take the starter of this car and i had just cleaned the battery cables and ... A: The starter grinds? That's not good it can be damaging the engine flywheel and that gets expensive ...
Engine idle is high	7/17/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GT and the engine is a 3.8 V6. I just recently changed my Throttle ... A: did you have the idel problem before or after the TPS was replaced. The TPS is a major input to the ...
Air Conditioning/Heating	7/17/2009
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Transport. When using heat or A/C the air blows out of all vents ... A: That van uses an electricaly controlled hvac motors not vacuum controlled like the older cars and ...
Engine stalling on 98' grand am	7/16/2009
Q: The engine stalls when i give it gas or when I'm braking, the rpms will drop then the engine will ... A: I would start by cleaning the trhottle plate and throttle plate bore. along with the idle control ...
96 grand am 2.4 misfire	7/16/2009
Q: their is a crack on the plastic housing that holds the ignition coils. Could that make it misfire ... A: it depends on where the crack is. If it's anywhere near the path the coils take to fire the plugs ...
1994 Grand Am idles rough and stalls	7/15/2009
Q: I have a 1994 grand Am 2.3L quad 4 it was cutting out on a load mainly on interstate,but idled and ... A: I doubt it's an ecm. which is loacted under the glove box. I would check the ground wires for the ...
06 pontiac vibe ac/heating system	7/15/2009
Q: i was on a trip using my ac and it just went out on me it also made the heater not work so the whole ... A: This can either be a bad blower motor or a resistor to the motor that is bad the resistor actually ...
windows sunroof radio stopped working	7/14/2009
Q: my daughter has a 97 pontiac grad prix 6 cylinder 2 door both windows and sunroof and radio stopped ... A: all of the things you mentioned that quit working are on what is called retained acccessory power. ...
Buick power steering pump	7/14/2009
Q: I have a 2005 Buick Terreza van. The power steering pump is leaking around the pulley shaft. I have ... A: What engine is in this a 3500 or 3900? The bolts that hold the pump on to the engine are a regular ...
Heater core	7/14/2009
Q: What is the procedure on removing the heater core on a 96 Pontiac grand am 3100 SFI v6? I know i ... A: The dash does not have to come out but there are way to many steps for me to list on here for you to ...
1998 pontica sunfire	7/13/2009
Q: any idea why the accelaraion bogs down while driving down the road. the idling is fine when stopped A: when it bogs down does it feel like it's misfiring "not running on all 4 cyliners" or does it just ...
98' Oldsmobile Silhouette	7/12/2009
Q: My van has 167 k. It is a 6 cylinder. Yesterday on the way back from looking at used vehicles as ... A: The overheat issue may have something to do with a no start But I doubt it. If you get nothing when ...
Pontiac Montana Problems	7/12/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Pontiac Montana mini-van. I am currently having problems trying to diagnose a ... A: Injector cleaner is not going to fix the problem but it will not hurt. Use Chevron Techron cleaner ...
2001 Pontiac Montana Rear Heater Stuck On	7/12/2009
Q: I have a 2001 Pontiac Montana with the rear heater is stuck on. The water lines are hot like water ... A: Hey Sean: The rear heater unit on that van the hot water runs to the rear unit all the time. On ...
gauges	7/11/2009
Q: I have a Pontiac Grand Am 1997 6 cylinder. The gauges do not work. Cannot tell mph or fuel ... A: Do any of the warning lamps work on the dash? If so it's not a fue issue the fuse for the dash runs ...
1995 Pontiac Boneville headlights fuse	7/11/2009
Q: The headlights and dashboard lights won't come on. I suspect a blown fuse. I know where the fuse box ... A: Is this a sse or ssei model bonneville? They have an auto headlamp module. that may be the issue ...
alternator	7/11/2009
Q: 2000 grand prix 3.1engine The red wire on the alternator is hot and sparking. car would not start so ... A: well that's not good at all. It can be from a few things. Why did the battery go dead? has the ...
charging	7/10/2009
Q: drops to around 12 and about 10 sec later down to zero I checked the terminals on battery they are ... A: first off check to see what the battery voltage actaully is with a volt meter. That car has a module ...
check guages	7/10/2009
Q: I bought a 99 pontiac sunfire from a private owner and now the "Check Guages" light pops for a ... A: if all the gauges are reading normal and it's not low of fuel It's a safe bet that the issue is in ...
04 Grand Am - Wiper arm came loose from transmission	7/9/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Grand AM GT(V6). My driver's side wiper arm has come loose from the wiper ... A: Hey Ty: No no bushing but if it came loose chances are it stripped out the arm. so replace the ...
1990 pontiac grand prix 3.1 liter	7/9/2009
Q: car starts idles rough ,but will stay running.if i give it gas the egr starts making ... A: Did the Battery decently die on thuis car or been replaced? if so the thenine computer lost it's ...
3100 pontiac ring size	7/9/2009
Q: Im rebuilding A 3100 engine that is giving me fits!! Ive got two diffrent sets of piston rings and ... A: when you say they do not fit what's the issue? they do not fit in the piston or they do not fit when ...
fuel gauge inaccurate readings	7/8/2009
Q: i have a 97 grand prix SE. My fuel gauge shows me that i have a full tank after driveing a couple ... A: Hey Mitchell: The fuel level sensor on the fuel pump module is more then likely bad. you need to ...
95 Bonneville	7/8/2009
Q: My headlights are stuck on brights. Is this easily repairable? Switch? Headlights themselves? A: when you say stuck on do you mean you can't switch from hi to lo beams or they are stuck on and you ...
2002 pontiac grand prix	7/8/2009
Q: Todd i hope you can help me. About a week ago my 2002 pontiac grand prix 3.8 start to do something ... A: well it can be a lot of things. It has to be caught wen it will not start to see what is missing, ...
Pontiac Spordic Idle	7/7/2009
Q: I have a 94 Pontiac Transport with a 3.8L engine. When I start the car, the idle is too high to put ... A: there are a few things you can check here. #1 the throttle body and throttle plate may be carboned ...
speakers	7/7/2009
Q: I have a 2005 Pontiac Sunfire for the past year or so I have been having problems with the back ... A: yes these cars have issues with rear speakers going bad, I have never heard of the fact that the ...
wiper motor	7/7/2009
Q: wiper motor does not go into park and motor does not turn on when I turn switch on all the time when ... A: Hey DougL: what model car/van is this? It may have an issue with a park arm an that's why it will ...
bonniville a/c	7/6/2009
Q: I have a 98 pontiac bonniville with the 3.8 liter series II V6. I'm havin a problem with the blower ... A: does this car have automatic a/c"digital" controls or manual a/c with dials? Chnaces are it's either ...
96 grand am 2.4	7/5/2009
Q: I have milky oil. Car won't start anymore. How do i know if it is the head gasket or the intake ... A: Head gasket or cracked head will cause milky oil. NOT a good thing to have happen. If the head ...
tighten belt	7/5/2009
Q: how do i tioghten the belt on the power steering pulley on my 86 pontiac 6000 2.8 liter it has 3 ... A: The power steering pump is mounted on brackets with slotted adjustment holes. that one had 3 or 4 ...
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix	7/5/2009
Q: How do you cahnge the tcc valve in a Pontiac Grand Prix? A: This is an involved job and is not for the do it your selfer unless your very mechanically inclined. ...
MISFIRE INLINE 6 215	7/4/2009
Q: CONVERSIONS. 1964 Pontiac Tempest 215 inline 6 engine. Converted to 1979 HEI distributor, with a 2 ... A: when does it isfire under a normal light accelertaion or under a heavy load? It could be a bad ...
1997 grand prix	7/4/2009
Q: I have a 1997 grand prix gt sedan that when i hit a bump the radio and power windows stop working. ... A: Well there is a loose connection some where. when the radio cuts out and comes back on does the ...
Cigarett Lighters not working	7/3/2009
Q: I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix SE, 3.1 LTR 3100 V6 SFI Engine. The Cigarett lighter in my car does ... A: Is the lighter element stuck in the down position in the housing? If not take a look to see is any ...
electric cooling fans	7/3/2009
Q: I have a 1997 grand prix the cooling fans never come on I have checked the fans and they work but ... A: 210 degrees is too cold for the fans to turn on. They usually do not turn on untill over 220 and ...
2005 Pontiac Vibe	7/2/2009
Q: The Shift lock release button was pushed in my vibe, now I have a ticking noise that sounds like it ... A: I don't think the 2 issues here are relared. the shift lock button has nothing to do with the right ...
1999 pontiac grand prix	7/2/2009
Q: after inserting ignition key it will not turn forward. will turn back to accessory but not forward ... A: I think you have an issue with the ignition lock cylinder or the mechanism between the lock cylinder ...
speedometer in 2002 pontiac read 100 mph and sticks there	7/2/2009
Q: Todd, my stepdaughter has a 2002 pontiac sunfire and the speedometer is stuck at or near 100 mph. I ... A: This is a common issue with these cars. did the battery dy and it have to get jump started recently? ...
2003 grand am gt	7/1/2009
Q: Hard to start sometimes, engine turns over longer than normal. While driving down the highway would ... A: My first thought is a bad fuel pump. You going to have to catch it when it acts up and see if there ...
00 Pontiac Sunfire	7/1/2009
Q: Approx. 1 year ago I installed a Walker Direct Fit catalytic converter on my girlfriend's 2000 ... A: well first off aftermarket emission parts do not match O.E.M. in quality and that is part of your ...
2004 grand prix radio	6/30/2009
Q: The problem just started 2 days ago where the screen has gone blank on the right side of my radio, ... A: this is a pretty common issue with those radio's. it needs a new one. we do not repair radios at the ...
Water leaking G6	6/30/2009
Q: My ponitac G6 has a leak that is coming from just under the windshield. There is a plastic cap that ... A: If the issue is with the windshiled it's self leaking the proper way to fix it is to have the glass ...
sunfire wont start	6/29/2009
Q: i have a 2004 pontiac sunfire 2.2. i just changed the fuel pump and drove my car over to a friends ... A: was the reason the fuel pump was replaced the exact same problem as now? whenit will not start and ...
pontiac air conditioner	6/29/2009
Q: I have a 97 Pontiac Transport/Montana extended mini-van 3.4engine. The ac clutch was working 2 ... A: Wel this can either be an electrical system failure in the a/c clutch system or the system is ...
engine swap	6/28/2009
Q: Its the 97 going in to the 95.so anything you know about this would be awesome thanks ... A: The engine will interchange as far as the size of the engine but that is as far as it goes. The 95 ...
More A/C Repailr	6/28/2009
Q: I've got a 1995 firebird formula, that I just replaced the compressor line and took it to a shop to ... A: From what you told me It sounds like you have a good power feed to the compressor and a good ground ...
More A/C Repailr	6/27/2009
Q: I've got a 1995 firebird formula, that I just replaced the compressor line and took it to a shop to ... A: If there were too much refrigerent in the system the static pressure would be higher then what you ...
97 Grand prix windshield wipers	6/27/2009
Q: I have a 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix SE with a 3.8 engine. The windshield wipers remain in a vertical ... A: The park arm assembly on this car is bad or the stop on the wiper transmission is bent. I belive the ...
auto repair	6/27/2009
Q: my cars sterring collum was cut, i replaced collum but car wont start(it acts like it will but ... A: The reason it will not start or start and stay running is because the ignition lock housing has a ...
1997 Grand Am Repairs	6/26/2009
Q: How does one take the panel off the interior of the doors so as to repair the window inside? A: there are either 3 or 4 screws that attach the door panel to the door. under the door lock switch ...
1999 Grand Prix starter	6/25/2009
Q: I have been reading about the starter noise problem and that is exactly what mine is doing. Where is ... A: Yes any kind of noise from the starter is not good if it's making a grinding noise it will damage/is ...
2000 pontiac sunfire	6/25/2009
Q: Brakes have been replaced on the car totally 1 week now. Front brakes appear to be wearing ... A: well it can be a few things. as for the dust cheap brake pads or non ceramic pads will create dust ...
1996 Firebird shift linkage problem	6/24/2009
Q: for 1996 Firebird Formula. 5/7L LT1, 4 speed auto (R700?) When shifting from reverse to drive, the ... A: The linkage is a cable between the transmission and the shiter it's self. the adjustment is at the ...
Pontiac Sunfire will not start	6/24/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and it will not start up. Someone told me it might be the fuel filter ... A: well in order for an engine to run it needs 3 things spark,fuel and compression. It needs over 40 ...
GMC Yucon xl ac Tensioner bobbles	6/23/2009
Q: My Question is why does My lower Belt Tensioner Bobble This goes Arond The drive shaft pulley And AC ... A: It can still be any of the 3 issues I mentioned before. Depending on what year this is there may or ...
GMC Yucon xl ac Tensioner bobbles	6/23/2009
Q: My Question is why does My lower Belt Tensioner Bobble This goes Arond The drive shaft pulley And AC ... A: More then likely the spring in the tensioner os weak and making it move up and down. Or the belt is ...
G-6 Pontiac convertible	6/22/2009
Q: We are getting an error message every time the car sits for an hour or so (charged parked).. The car ... A: Hey Nick: the radio is bad in this car. that error message is for the cd changer in the radio. ...
Passlock system issue	6/22/2009
Q: I own a 2003 Pontiac Grand AM SE. I have been having issue with my car not wanting to start and once ... A: well if you don't have a security lamp on on the dash or it's not flashing it's not a security ...
car trouble	6/22/2009
Q: i have a question about my 99 pontiac montana. I need to know why would my low coolant light keep on ... A: if the radiator is full and the lamp keeps comming on or chances are the coolant level sensor inside ...
air conditioning	6/21/2009
Q: my air conditioning only blows through the defrost and nothing changes when I turn the knob ... A: I think this has a vacuum leak going to the heater control head or a bad control head it's self. My ...
2002 sunfire wont start	6/21/2009
Q: It turns, I hear the fuel pump, spark plugs are new, fuel filter has been changed, air filter is ... A: You can do that for checking spark but it's not real safe in case raw fuel is in the cylinder and it ...
2002 sunfire wont start	6/21/2009
Q: It turns, I hear the fuel pump, spark plugs are new, fuel filter has been changed, air filter is ... A: When it will not start if you leave the ignition in the on/run position is the security lamp on and ...
Error codes and fender shields	6/20/2009
Q: I have a 2007 G6 4 cylinder, the computer diagnostics are sending error codes of P0101, P0012, and ... A: Hey Jay: The p0300 is a misfire code random cylinders. P0101 is a Mass air flow code and the p0012 ...
98 pontiac firebird cooling fan/sensor	6/19/2009
Q: we have replaced the temp sensor and when we plug it up the fans will not work. when we unplug the ... A: your going to need a scan tool for this car to take a look at the data stream for the engine ...
AC Blow Hot	6/19/2009
Q: Its Summer and 100 degrees here. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix 3800 s2 engine and Ac blows strong and very ... A: from the sounds of it I would say you have a a/c system isue here not anything in the heater case. ...
Instrument cluster (guages)	6/19/2009
Q: After having my AC delco battery boosted by a car club the guages became inoperative (all other ... A: What Model car is this? Sunfire?? It's a common issue a voltage spike must have done in the ...
1998 Pontiac Firebird	6/18/2009
Q: Could you help me on this, yesterday I shut my windshield wipers off and the stayed in the upright ... A: if the wipers work along with the squirts but park in the upright position it's a good chance the ...
88 pontiac trans am headlights	6/18/2009
Q: The headlights on my transam work in that they illuminate and go down, but they do not go up. Is ... A: I'm not sure, I want to say they use a relay but I can't say for sure I only have web acess back to ...
Missing on hot startup - 1996 Bonneville SE	6/18/2009
Q: i have a 96 Bonneville SE 3.8L, and its having problems starting up after shutting her down when ... A: get it hot and let it sit for say 10 minutes. then pull the line off the fuel pressre regulator and ...
96 sunfire theft system	6/17/2009
Q: I'm usually able to relearn and get it going but it is acting up more often the mechanic said to ... A: where did you get the cluster from? is it a remanufactured one? or is it out of another car? if it's ...
HVAC fan sqealing	6/17/2009
Q: I have a 97 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, 3800 SC. The HVAC fan is squealing badly on all speeds. ... A: no it's can't be greased. The factory replacement fan is redesigned and it comes as a kit with a new ...
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE A/C	6/17/2009
Q: The blower motor will only come on when set to the high position, I was thinking that this was a ... A: as for the blower motor it needs a blower motor resistor which is under the dash on the right side ...
driveability?	6/16/2009
Q: I have a 1997 Bonneville SSE. When traveling around 5-10 mph, the car has a wobble/wiggle( kind of a ... A: well it can be a ot of things. I would think possably a tire you may not feel it in the steering ...
88 pontiac trans am headlights	6/16/2009
Q: The headlights on my transam work in that they illuminate and go down, but they do not go up. Is ... A: I only have access on the web back to 1998. so I can't help you on the wiring diagarms. Are both ...
stalling on pontiac when driving	6/16/2009
Q: Todd, i have 2000 pontiac gran prix gt w/3.8. recently when we drive the car will start sputtering ... A: As I was reading this before I got to your first fix I was thinking MAF sensor. did you put a AC ...
anti theft system	6/15/2009
Q: Todd I have a 2001 chevy malabu 3.1L v6 was running fine and now it will start and run for 5 seconds ... A: the BCM is under the right side of the dash under the glove box. It is a black plastic module with 3 ...
anti theft system	6/15/2009
Q: Todd I have a 2001 chevy malabu 3.1L v6 was running fine and now it will start and run for 5 seconds ... A: My advise id NOT to bypass it and to fix the issue correctly. to fix it correctly it either has a ...
G6 running rough	6/15/2009
Q: My Pontiac 2007 G6 4 cylinder engine is letting 27% oxygen into the system when it is idling. I have ... A: how do you know that % of oxygen in the exhaust? did this fail some sort of state emission test? is ...
Plug OBD scanner into DLC, and DIC, dash lights, and gauges go haywire	6/14/2009
Q: I have an Actron CP9175 OBD-II scanner. It works fine, I used it successfully on my other two ... A: what year van is this? 1996 or 1997? I belive one of those years had a glitch in the computer ...
car won't start	6/14/2009
Q: Have a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (4 cyl). Sometimes I can turn the key & nothing happens, have to unhook ... A: Next time it happens pay attention to the dash light ans see if the security lampo is flashing. ...
can won't start	6/14/2009
Q: Have a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (4 cyl). Sometimes I can turn the key & nothing happens, have to unhook ... A: Define nothing happens? The car will not crank? Cranks but will not start, Do you hear any clicking ...
2001 Pontiac Grand Am	6/13/2009
Q: My car would not start we replaced the fuel pump and the filter, but it still will not start. You ... A: Does the car start then die right away? If so it's more then likely a factory security system ...
Coolant Temperature Sensor	6/13/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am 3.4L SFI 6 Cylinder and have had a problem with engine temperature. I ... A: The coolant sensor is located in the lower intake manifold near where the upper radiator hose is ...
pontiac stalling	6/13/2009
Q: have a 95 pontiac sunfire 2.2. when in drove, with a load on it. it stall and spits and sputters ... A: Well from the sounds of it It's an ignition system issue. When the engine is under any kind of a ...
AC Compressor Seal	6/12/2009
Q: I have a 97 Pontiac Grand Am, and recently got the compressor resealed, but later found out the leak ... A: Hey Jake: if the seals were replaced and it's still elaking there then one of the component there ...
84 pontiac bonneville a/c	6/12/2009
Q: I'm changing out the a/c compressor and i want to refill with the original r-12 refrigerent. Do i ... A: Hey Johnny: First off are you able to obtain some r-12? If not ytour going to have to convert the ...
Pontiac Grand Am	6/12/2009
Q: I have 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The dash and tail lights stop working one day, I checked all fuses and ... A: You could be right that swithc is a common thread to the lights that stopped working. It's odd for ...
96 sunfire theft system	6/11/2009
Q: I'm usually able to relearn and get it going but it is acting up more often the mechanic said to ... A: No no programming is needed for that other thne the same way you have been able to get the car ...
bonneville misses if drove above 65 mph	6/11/2009
Q: My 93 Bonniville V6 starts missing and check engine light comes on if you drive above 65mph for more ... A: well there a few things this could be. The running poor on a first start I would look at a possable ...
radio	6/11/2009
Q: i have a 2000 grand am 2.4L. my factory installed radiowith cd player works fine except the display ... A: Nope the issue is inside the radio. if all the othere back lighting works okay and the radio is the ...
intermittent A/C 2003 pontiac montana	6/10/2009
Q: The A/C on my montana is intermittent. I have a good Charge, have bypassed the clutch relay (clutch ... A: You need a full bloan scan tool which are expensive! code readers will not do what you want. You can ...
starting problem	6/10/2009
Q: I have a 1989 Pontiac Firebird with a 2.8V6. Sometimes, after about an hour of driving, the car ... A: well it can be a few thin gs. Yes that relay could be the issue this car has a pass key system which ...
'97 Pontiac Trans Sport	6/10/2009
Q: My van started overheating and losing coolant (not sure which came first). I kept filling the ... A: Well I think the root cause to this was a laking lower intake manifold gasket and the coolant was ...
intermittent A/C 2003 pontiac montana	6/9/2009
Q: The A/C on my montana is intermittent. I have a good Charge, have bypassed the clutch relay (clutch ... A: well My first guess would be the pressure sensor on the Hi side line that has 3 wires on it. If that ...
2001 pontiac montana ac blower motor	6/9/2009
Q: I have a 2001 Pontiac Montana. The blower motor works on 1-2-3 and 4 but will not work on 5 which ... A: More times then not the resitior is the issue. The relay for high is part of the resistor. if you ...
PONTIAC G6 2006 V6	6/8/2009
Q: I have two questions/problems Todd- #1-My car has 2 cigarette lighter spots. My cell phone charger ... A: your can get a cheap test lamp at a car parts store. the very center of the outlet is the 12v supply ...
PONTIAC G6 2006 V6	6/8/2009
Q: I have two questions/problems Todd- #1-My car has 2 cigarette lighter spots. My cell phone charger ... A: Is this a new cell phone charger or one that you have had for a while and just quit working? some of ...
1990 Pontiac sunbird 2.0l with a 5 speed manual transmission	6/7/2009
Q: what can cause my car to loose power in 3rd 4th &5th gear but be ok in 1st and 2nd gear.i recently ... A: Well let me ask you this did this happen right after the belt was changed you noticed it, Or did it ...
2002 pontiac sunfire not firing	6/7/2009
Q: the engine cranks with plenty of power but will not fire at all. I removed plugs and they all had ... A: If you have a cylinder with "water" in it it may not fire. it may be low on compression on that ...
power door switch	6/6/2009
Q: How do you fix, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE power locks, they lock and unlock in when in gear and out ... A: well you either have to bad switches (doubtful) or a wiring issue between the switches and the body ...
01 sunfire ignition fuse	6/6/2009
Q: the ignition fuse blew(50 amp under hood). we tried crossing selenoid to check starter and it didn ... A: Well that 50 amp fuse feeds more then just the ignition. That fuse splits off to feed the other fuse ...
2002 Pontiac Grand Am electrical	6/5/2009
Q: My daughters car has a problem starting for many months. She has taken it to many places. They have ... A: I'm sure it is a short/draw that's killing the batteries. If there is any other aftermarket ...
2001 pontiac gran am clutch and slave cyl. replacement	6/5/2009
Q: what is a reasonable cost to replace the clutch and slave cylinder in a 2001 pontiac gran am? A: Well I'm not a $ guy I just fix 'em so I would say labor time would be about 5-6 hours times the ...
door problem	6/5/2009
Q: I have a 1991, 2 door grand prix, 3lt. The driver door will not open from the inside or outside. The ... A: Hey Bud: This was a common issue back in the day on these cars. The latch would seize up and then ...
wobble	6/4/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Sunfire with 2.2 ecotec 4l engine. If I am driving at about 25 MPH or under ... A: My first though is a bad tire on the front of the car. That can cause a pulling issue and a tire ...
4-speed Auotmatic Transmission	6/4/2009
Q: I recently changed the AT fluid and filter on a 2001 Pontiac Grand-Am. All is well except I now have ... A: dextron IV is the newest one out and it back dates all other dextron's. It's more for the asain ...
fuse replacements/diagram	6/4/2009
Q: i want to know how to identify blown fuses in my automobile, it is a 1997 pontiac bonneville se ... A: If you pull out a fuse and hold it up to the light you will see the wire part in the fuse if it's ...
95 pontiac bonneville	6/3/2009
Q: there is one bolt on the transmission that i can't reach. what do i do to get to this bolt? A: I assume the one your talking about is the one in between the transmission and the engine? take the ...
99 grand prix GT 3800v6	6/2/2009
Q: Can I Change inner tie rod instead of changing the whole rack? I have rack but in doing the job i ... A: yes you can change it in the car. goto one of the big box car parts stores that have tool rentals ...
98 pontiac grand prix emergency brake light	6/2/2009
Q: I have a Pontiac grand prix 1998 and just this week i have found that in the morning when i go to ... A: I don't think you have an issue here witha parking brake light it's a low brake fluid warning lamp. ...
quad 4	6/2/2009
Q: i have a sandrail that has a quad 4 engine in it. the casting number on the block 22534033. i have ... A: how old is this vehicle that you have the quad 4 engine in? does the top of the engine cover say ...
4-speed Auotmatic Transmission	6/1/2009
Q: I recently changed the AT fluid and filter on a 2001 Pontiac Grand-Am. All is well except I now have ... A: Does this happen on first shift "garage shift" in the AM or all the time? any other complaint like ...
03 buick po442	6/1/2009
Q: 2003 buick century 50k 3.1 engine po442 changed gas cap and it came back on ANSWER: Hi There: well ... A: It depends on how good they are. in order to find a small leak issue the shop needs what's called a ...
03 buick po442	6/1/2009
Q: 2003 buick century 50k 3.1 engine po442 changed gas cap and it came back on A: well it can be a lot of things a P0442 is a small evap leak and those ARE HARD TO FIND! If you live ...
Dash board lites	5/31/2009
Q: I Changed my battery and cables and all my dash board lites are on I have a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire ... A: Well there are a few things this could be. The cluster it's self many have gon bad with a power ...
turn signals	5/31/2009
Q: all four turn signals don't work, I have checked all the bulbs and the fuses. (the fuse for the ... A: Well it's either a bad flasher element or a turn signal switch. ususally if a flasher element goes ...
missing	5/31/2009
Q: i got 91 pontiac grandam 2/5 i was wondering is there any way to check inginition module changed ... A: No ther is really no way to tets the module but those were known to go bad on those engines along ...
Follow up to fuel pump	5/29/2009
Q: This is a follow up to the 5/12/09 question about voltage. According to the wiring diagram pin 5 of ... A: You have to refresh my memory. what model car is this? sunfire or grand am? the theft system as a ...
2000 Montana low oil quantity warning	5/29/2009
Q: Todd, You've helped me before, how about a little more help. My wifes van has started getting a ... A: Hey Ron: It's a warning light for oil level low not quality. None the less either the oil level ...
98 sunfirecranks but will not start	5/29/2009
Q: This started out as once in a while it would not start now it will not start at all. changed ... A: lets start at square #1. If you chnaged the computer in this car it will not start! The compuyters ...
Can fixing a front wheel bearing cause ABS/Traction/Stability Control lights on 2007 Montana SV6	5/28/2009
Q: I have a 2007 Pontiac Montana SV6. A few months ago, after hearing a howling from the front ... A: yes they can be related. The BAS sensors are part of the hubs. It can be a lor of other things as ...
2000 trans am	5/28/2009
Q: i have a loud squealing noise coming from the serpintine belt area. i can not tell if it is the alt. ... A: Is it a squeal or a chirp. A chirp noise if from the belt it's self a squeal can be from an idler ...
1998 Firebird Wiper Linkage	5/28/2009
Q: The left hand wiper transmission went out so I replaced it and reassembled it. It worked for a ... A: There is a special tool to attach and un attach the linkage pieces but I just use a pair of pliers ...
My Car won't start Please Help!	5/27/2009
Q: I have a 97 manual Pontiac Sunfire. Not to long ago it would start but then after awhile it would ... A: well start with the basics here is the battery fully charged? how are the cattery cable connections ...
2.4 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is hesitating / missing at 2500 RPMs	5/27/2009
Q: This all started 4 months ago... The car is hesitating at 2500 RPMs- on flat land or a hill. We have ... A: Sperak plugs will not fix it unless you have one gapped wrong or one is cracked. Do amke sure you ...
2000 Pontiac bonneville w/3800 engine	5/27/2009
Q: do you know of any potential problems or recalls by GM for this vehicle thanks in advance. A: There is only one recall I can think of that this car had and it was for a fuel pressure regulator. ...
2.4 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is hesitating / missing at 2500 RPMs	5/26/2009
Q: This all started 4 months ago... The car is hesitating at 2500 RPMs- on flat land or a hill. We have ... A: well your all over the board here with trying parts. First off have that radio removed and try that ...
2000 montana repair	5/26/2009
Q: Our Montana is making a loud wining noise when it is running and moving forward. Is this something ... A: Hey Brian: It only makes the noise when the van is moving not in park? If so it's more then likley ...
my car won't start	5/25/2009
Q: I was wondering if anybody knows where the safety shut off switch is at on my 1995 pontiac sunfire, ... A: That narrows it a bit. I would still take a look at the fuseable links at the starter motor. If they ...
my car won't start	5/25/2009
Q: I was wondering if anybody knows where the safety shut off switch is at on my 1995 pontiac sunfire, ... A: If you have no power at all in the car even things that are not related to the igniton switch like ...
1992 Pontiac Bonneville SSE	5/25/2009
Q: A lot of water leaking in heavy rain over driver visor but A LOT of water on driver side floor.(I do ... A: a long pipe cleaner or some spooled safety wire will work, Both of thmem are flexable and will not ...
2000 bonneville radio	5/24/2009
Q: when i turn the radio on the word "calibrate" comes on... but no sound comes out.... but radio ... A: Sounds like something in the radio went bad. The "calibat" message shouldn't come on ever on that ...
tilt steering column	5/24/2009
Q: I have a 73 trans am that has original tilt, rare, but the column is extremely loose, the inside ... A: I don't know if this actaully is going to need any parts at all. usually just the bolts that hold ...
2002 Pontiac Montana	5/24/2009
Q: the front speakers are not working, the rear are working fine and the rest of the radio is working ... A: Hey Jack: well it's either the radio or 2 bad front speakers. The front channel in the radio may ...
HVAC	5/23/2009
Q: 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3.1 engine. I get cold air blowing from the passenger vents while hot air ... A: Hey Jim: This is not a GT model is it with auto air? or Dula cliamte control? If it's just a basic ...
Driver Information Center	5/23/2009
Q: I have a 97 Grand Prix GTP V6 Supercharge. The low coolant light usually blinks it has coolant yet ... A: I thonk you have multipel issues here. The low coolant lite needs the probe/module in the radiator ...
Traction control indicator message/Headlamps	5/23/2009
Q: I have a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix GT (supercharged v6). It's just barely over 26,000 miles on it. My ... A: Glad they fixed the issue you had I was pretty much right on with that. This one is a bit tougher ...
ignition	5/22/2009
Q: can't start my 97 grand prix the steering is locked key won't turn and neither will the steering ... A: well either something is binding up in the steering columnor the steering shaft is binding up the ...
radiator hose found loose under hood	5/22/2009
Q: Today there was a puddle of water on front passenger side. I popped hood,and there was a loose hose ... A: what type of car is this? A Grand Am or sunfire? My guess is the heater core pipe broke off the ...
1996 bonniville	5/22/2009
Q: transmission wont come out of park A: well this car is equipped with BTSI which stands for brake transmission interlock. If the BTSI ...
Engines when put in drive or reverse	5/21/2009
Q: I have a 1994 Pontiac Sunbird Le that ran and drove fine yesterday. Today when I started to work it ... A: Will it run fine if you try running the engine spped up while it's in park? If not you could have a ...
abs brakes 2002 grand prix	5/21/2009
Q: my brakes lock up after a short time driving no abs fault lite comes on ANSWER: Hi tom: what do ... A: I would look at a few things, Rotor condiiton they should be shiney and clean looking if they are ...
abs brakes 2002 grand prix	5/20/2009
Q: my brakes lock up after a short time driving no abs fault lite comes on A: what do you mean? do they lock up to the point where the car will not move and the abs system ...
92 Grand Am SE 3.3L v6 crank, no spark	5/20/2009
Q: I have a dead car. First it would run till it warmed, then it would die, no spark till the motor ... A: I'd cut bait the car is going to be 18 years old in a few months. did you use aftermarket parts on ...
grand prix stalling	5/20/2009
Q: I have a 91 3.1 grand prix that is built for a derby. It ran fine at first but now I run it through ... A: It can be any # of things but I would suspect and bad engine control module. If the last 4 digits of ...
2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 whining noise while accelerating	5/19/2009
Q: my car started making a weird whining sound when accelerating. It does it even when you rev the ... A: well it could still be a transmission issue even know it's not moving down the road. PArts in the ...
No Fire after Heat	5/18/2009
Q: I have a 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix LE, with a 2.8L V6. I think I have tried everything, so here goes. ... A: I would check the crank shaft position sensor out. With the negine cold that sensor should have ...
'99 Grand Am, 3.4L, Automatic,62000miles	5/18/2009
Q: Todd, At 25 mph I enter a highway on ramp that is about a 30 degree incline. As I go to increase the ... A: well 2 ideas #1 the transmission is low of fluid and the steep ramp the fluid sloshes to the rear of ...
2000 Pontiac Bonneville only starts when step on the accelerator	5/18/2009
Q: I have 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (over 120,000) that has its check engine light on and often I have to ... A: well first off with out knowing whay the sersvice engine soon lamp is on It's really hard to say for ...
Traction control indicator message	5/17/2009
Q: I have a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix GT (supercharged v6). It's just barely over 26,000 miles on it. My ... A: This is a pretty common issue with these cars. The problem is one or more of the wheels spped ...
05 g6 eng pwr reduced	5/17/2009
Q: if the problem is a leaking sunroof and it got into the connection will letting it dry out fix the ... A: Yes and no. Those cars have an issue with the harness going to the gas pedal gets water in it due to ...
97 grandprix GT wiper motor	5/17/2009
Q: How do you replace windshield wiper motor on a 1997 grandprix GT ? and where is it located ? A: it's a pretty drawn out process to get to the motor it's under the wiper arms and cowl by the ...
91 pontiac sunbird	5/16/2009
Q: is there a fuse for the fan. the fan was replaced but it is still not kicking in and i'm still ... A: Yes there is a fuse for the fan But it may not be the fuse. it could be a bad fan relay,coolant ...
battery not charging	5/16/2009
Q: ok i got a new alternator because the battery light came on. now that i got the new alternator ... A: Hey Edgar: Did the light go off for a while and now it cam back on? did you put an ac Delco ...
Pontiac Bonneville steering wheel	5/15/2009
Q: I need to replace the ignition tumbler in my 1990 Pontiac Bonneville but I can't figure out how to ... A: You need a couple of special tools to do this job. You need a steering wheel puller and lock plate ...
car wont start	5/15/2009
Q: i have a 1997 sunfire gt 2.4 and i parked my car one day and went out in the morning and the car ... A: Hey Sherman: what type of scan tool is this? just a code reader or is it a bidriectional scan tool ...
electric problems	5/13/2009
Q: my problem is on a 04 pontiac grand am with a 2.2 ecotec the gauges and the dummy lights will ... A: sounds to me like you have eithere a bad ground connection for the IPC (speedo cluster) or a bad ign ...
CAR WONT START	5/13/2009
Q: I HAVE A 1993 PONTIAC TRANS AM. IT WAS MISSING THE THE KEYS TO THE DOORS AND IGNITION SWITCH? CAR ... A: Sounds to me like the car has the wrong key resistor. goto any GM dealewr and have them run the VIN ...
Oil Pressure Sensor	5/13/2009
Q: My oil pressure gauge freaks out! It's buried at about 5000 psi! LOL. How difficult is it to ... A: It's pretty easy to replace. It's loacted right by the oil filter. on the back side of the engine ...
Fuel pump	5/12/2009
Q: '97 Transport, 6cyl. Car would crank but not start. It would start with starter fluid. No sound of ... A: 1.2 Volts is not nearly enough volatge to run that pump. You should have battery voltage across the ...
Car Jerking	5/12/2009
Q: I own a 1999 Grand Prix GT 3.8L and Ive been experiencing some jerking while at low RPM's. The ... A: I don't think it's a battery cable issue if that were the case the car would crank over slowly or ...
Driver door power window 2002 Pontiac Montana	5/12/2009
Q: I had my 2002 Montana detailed today .When I picked it up I lowered the driver window and it would ... A: Hey Ellis: well it can be the switch but most of the time it's not. The window regulator assemblies ...
1999 Pontiac Gran Prix	5/11/2009
Q: I turn on the engine and the transmission races. If I turn the car off and on a few times, it ... A: what enegine is in this? My first though is a vacuum leak someehere and that is causing the issue. ...
electrical problem	5/11/2009
Q: I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT. I take really good care of it although it has 180,000 miles on ... A: Looks like you covered the basics. If all the lamps come on at the same time and stay on for a key ...
1997 Pontiac GrandAm	5/10/2009
Q: My car is leaking anitfreeze by the firewall. I am trying to figure out why it is leaking, is there ... A: if it's leaking right at the fire wall the heater core or the hoses to it are leaking.. Thes have ...
2000 Grand Prix GT leaking redish fluid	5/10/2009
Q: My 2000 Grand Prix GT 3.6L is leaking a reddish fluid from the drivers side, from behind the ... A: no there is just the one hose on that side of the radiator. if the hose is not leaking on the ...
Gauges dont work on 97 grand am	5/10/2009
Q: Hey Todd, I recently had the timing chain off my 97 Grand Am (4 cyl) and when I put it all back ... A: I think you have either a communication issue between the engine computer and the IPC or an bad IPC. ...
CAR WANT START	5/9/2009
Q: I HAVE A 2004 GRAND AM,ABOUT TWO YEARS AGO I WAS PARK THE CAR WAS TRUNED OFF,GOT READY TO LEAVE CAR ... A: Does it crrnk and not start? does it not crank at all? does it start and stall? It depends on which ...
ABS	5/9/2009
Q: 2 weeks ago i purchased a 2004 grand am. Once in a while the abs, trac off and service engine soon ... A: It sounds to me like you have a bad wheel speed sensor on one of the wheel bearing on the car. More ...
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GT	5/9/2009
Q: Todd, my car is a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GT w/ a 3800 series engine. Recently it has started ... A: It can be a few things from a crank sensor issue which is what gives the engine the spark it need to ...
2006 GM 3.8 SFI fuel injector wire connector	5/8/2009
Q: How do you remove the multi-piece weatherpack connector from the injector to check impedance? This ... A: To remove the connecto you need to lift the grey piece up just a haid then depress the tab to remove ...
2003 grand prix 3800	5/8/2009
Q: I have a leak in the front left are just behind the light (only during and after running not when ... A: what light? (left) meaning drivers side? The dex-cool coolant in these cars is red/orange in color. ...
automatic sunroof 2002	5/8/2009
Q: my sunroof will not close all the way leaves a little at the front of the window ...is there anyway ... A: No ther is no way to manually close it. as long at ther is nothin in the tracks blocking the window ...
catalytic converter	5/7/2009
Q: how do you replace the catalytic converter on a 1996 pontiac grand am 4-dr. 2.4L ANSWER: Hi Mike: ... A: You need gaskets for at the exhaust manifold and at the connverter to rear pipe. I atke it you have ...
heat shield rivot replacement	5/7/2009
Q: I have an 2003 sunfire ,and I am removing the heat shield.I read about the rivots.What size do I ... A: which shiled under the floor pan or the one by the gas tank? If it's the one by the gas tank I just ...
catalytic converter	5/7/2009
Q: how do you replace the catalytic converter on a 1996 pontiac grand am 4-dr. 2.4L A: the converter is part of the front exhaust pipe on that car. it attaches to the exhaust manifold and ...
A/c shudder	5/6/2009
Q: When I turn on the a/c (occassionally) the car shudders. Turn off a/c - car is OK. Do you think it ... A: Hey Foster it can be a few things The compressor can be bad starting to seize up and putting a load ...
dash lights	5/6/2009
Q: After taking my car for a diagnostic at my gm dealership, and doing the recommended repairs ... A: what model and year car is this?? What dash lights are on? warning lights like abs,Service engine ...
'06 Pontiac G6 GTP HVAC Fan stuck on high	5/5/2009
Q: I have an '06 Pontiac G6 GTP, 3.9L V6. For some reason the HVAC fan is stuck on high, regardless of ... A: well the issue you have is one of 2 things. I assume the fan does turn off when you turn the key off ...
Shock Absorbers	5/5/2009
Q: How do I replace rear shocks on a 1998 Pontiac Bonneville? A: They are Strust in the back not shocks. You need special tools to compress the spring that is ...
car radio	5/5/2009
Q: I have a 2004 pontaic vibe and my display on the clock and radio is fading out. Is this a fuse ... A: No it's not a fuse issue. it's an internal failure inside the radio it's self. It's preety common ...
key won't turn in ignition	5/4/2009
Q: I have a 96 pontiac grand am and i noticed that it has a hard time unlocking my door and today when ... A: if your having issues with the same key both unlocking the door and the ignition swith I would tend ...
bleed brakes	5/4/2009
Q: i have a 93 sse,the brakes go to the floor. if i pump them i can get the front to lock up,how do i ... A: well first off does this car have an ABS lamp that is commming on? If so the abs system could be ...
88 firebird help needed, strange smell wont stay running	5/3/2009
Q: Smells problem 1988 Pontiac Firebird 6 cyl this has been giving me a problem on and off, what ... A: I was thinking this is a mass air folw sensors untill I got to the bottom of your question and see ...
daytime running lights	5/3/2009
Q: my DRL not working on my pontiac sunfire A: what happens when they try to turn on. Does the light flash a few times then go out? do the ...
transmission problem on a grand am 99 gt	5/2/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Grand Am GT and when I put it in drive or reverse it bangs and it's the most painful ... A: I'm not a transmission guy But I have An idea as to what the issue is. The issue is more than liley ...
1990 pontiac fire bird 3.1	5/2/2009
Q: I replaced my rotor and cap checked the sensor under the cap, plugs, fule pump and filter, starter, ... A: does the fule pressure stay steady when it's running? How about when you touch the gas peadl does it ...
Turn Signal Malfunction Switch & Horn	5/2/2009
Q: I had my malfunction switch repaired the other day on my 2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE, and now the horn ... A: without seeing it I can't tell you for sure But My Guess is that the issue wis indeed with the ...
Gear box switch problem?	5/1/2009
Q: Pontiac GP year 2003, 3.8 engine about 200k. When I start the car the dash gear indicator doesn't ... A: +Well I think you have an issue here with high resiatnce in one of the circuits in the ingintion ...
2001 sunfire starting problem	5/1/2009
Q: 2001 sunfire 2.2 try to turn it over car will fire shut it off. Car will just crank after 4 or more ... A: when it will not start/stay running does it have a security lamp that comes on? If so it has a ...
Front end noise	4/30/2009
Q: I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand am GT 3.4 V6 I hear a sqweeking/grinding sound coming from the front ... A: well this can be a few things. Depending on the wheel and tire combination on this car the tires ...
2001 pontiac montanna	4/30/2009
Q: Sometime the van will accelerate on its own A: when does it do this? Cruising down the road? At a stop light? Hot or cold? It can be a lot of ...
Adding Refrigerant	4/25/2009
Q: I have a 1996 Pontiac firebird that I am trying to add refrigerant to. I was told the low side port ... A: those add refrig kits you can only hook them up to the lo side port which is right where you said it ...
multi function control module	4/25/2009
Q: I have a 1993 Pontiac Bonneville. 160000 mi.When the engine reaches temp,the oil warning continues ... A: The module is under the dash On those older one I belive it near the steering column, But from what ...
starter relay	4/24/2009
Q: i have a 99 pontiac sunfire 2.2 liter that has had the factory recall down for the ignition relay to ... A: That is a Dealer only relay. It sounds like the relay is bad to me Or possbaly the ground connection ...
89 trans am vats	4/24/2009
Q: I just put an engine and transmission in an 89 trans am. I have power to the starter, but not the ... A: Hey Dennis: No there is not a reset for the pass-key system on this car. Either when you replaced ...
surging	4/23/2009
Q: Why is my 1994grand am pontiac. se.3.1v-6 surging under norm. oper. temp only when braking. is ... A: well well there are a few things to look for. #1 is a vacuum leak that is the most likley cause. ...
94-95 Grand AM ICM	4/23/2009
Q: I have two 2.4L, one DOHC, one SOHC. The 94 spit and sputtered and quit. Turned over, would not ... A: I believe the Modules are different on these engines. They look the same but they are not. Maybe an ...
bad running quad 4	4/23/2009
Q: i have a 88 grand am with a 2.3L quad 4 eng. about 2 months ago it started cutting out while driving ... A: well it can be a lot of things. looks like you covered the bases a bit. No this engine doesn't have ...
1988 MAS sensor	4/22/2009
Q: 1988 Pontiac Formula 350. The original Bosch MAS sensor blew and aftermarket refurbished units and ... A: I agree with him. Anything othere than original equipment emission sensors are JUNK. use only ...
96 Grand Prix 3.1 Help	4/22/2009
Q: How do I bleed air out of the coolant system properly, fluid does not flow out of two air vents (1 ... A: try this with the negine stone cold take the radiator cap off and open the bleeder at the water pump ...
brakes	4/21/2009
Q: we replaced the front pads, rotors,calipers, and master cylinder. Weve bled both the front and back ... A: A stiff pedal would indicate an power assist issue not an air in the lines issue. that would give ...
Gran Prix Power Rack r&r	4/21/2009
Q: I have a 99 GTP that has a loose steering rack at the bolt on location, it looks like a rubber ... A: You don' need to remove the race to replace that bushing on the right side of the rack. All you need ...
1996 Pontiac Blower Motor	4/21/2009
Q: I recently experienced my blower motor going out. Worked one minute, gone the next. Checked the ... A: Hey Ken: what model car is this? Yes a control head can cause both issues but I doubt it. You more ...
draining battery	4/20/2009
Q: In 24 to 48 hours my battery will go dead, something is pulling the juice. I ran a test light ... A: well you already did part of the detictive work here by narrowing it down to a single Maxi-fuse. ...
98 Transport power door lock issue...	4/19/2009
Q: I have a 98 Transport Montana, 3.4L, and the power door locks will not lock with either of the ... A: this is a common issue with tehse vans. It more than likely has a water leak into the van and the ...
1991 Grand Am	4/19/2009
Q: I have a 1991 Grand Am, 2.5 liter with the check engine light on. The fault reader says 23. Any ... A: That is a code for an intake temp sensor. either the sensor is bad or it has a broken wire going to ...
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix misfiring and smells like gas	4/19/2009
Q: My car was misfiring and stalling so I brought it to the garage. They replaced the catalytic ... A: well first off I would checkto make sure you have spark on all 6 cylinders. If the engine is not ...
1998 Bonneville	4/18/2009
Q: My 1998 Bonneville started missing while driving down the highway, the other day it died and now ... A: well I would try to crank over the car by the balancer on the front of the engine. use a socket and ...
98 buick 3800 with 1 dead coil pack	4/18/2009
Q: I swapped a good coilpack with the one that had no spark and the original bad location still did not ... A: If you took a coil that was dead and moved it to another position and it fires in the new spot The ...
2002 Grand Prix GT-Horn honks itself!	4/17/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT. Occasionally the horn will honk itself, just like it would if ... A: The contacts for the horn are part of the air bag assembly in this car. If the outter casing on the ...
ac	4/17/2009
Q: I have a 98 gran prix..I have charged the ac 2 times now and added a can of stop leak and and ... A: First off that stop leak stuff doesn't work and on some newer cars can actually damage the system. ...
Car won't start	4/17/2009
Q: 98 grand am se 3.1 V6. All lights and radio will come on/play but car will not start. Not the ... A: The starter doesn't even click when you crank the car over?? If that's the case you need to check ...
2002 Pontiac Montana- Battery Light Issue	4/16/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Montana, with, I believe, a V-6 engine. For 2 days the battery warning light ... A: Well as for the coolant leak. It could be a buncjh of things. Water pump,lower intake manifold ...
pontiac vents/heater	4/16/2009
Q: In my 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, only hot air comes out of the passenger side vents. Even when the ... A: well it's one of 2 things. eithere the temp door actuator is broken or the tempm door is stuck. one ...
Charging problem 1994 Pontiac Trans Am	4/15/2009
Q: I have a 1994 25th Anniversary Pontiac Trans Am w/only 15k miles. Just purchased it last year and ... A: It could indeed be a bad alternator but It should be tested on the car. That what the wiring going ...
check engine light came on	4/15/2009
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Transport and while driving home this evening all of the sudden the service ... A: well it can be a few things. An engine mechanical issue make sure all the fluids are full once the ...
95 grand am studders	4/14/2009
Q: my 95 grand am ,150,000 miles, studders at times. I can take my foot off the gas for a second, then ... A: what engine is in this car? does it stall when comming to a stop? is it a 3 or 4 speed transmission? ...
engine problem	4/14/2009
Q: Todd I have a 2002 Pontiac grand prix with a 3.8 motor and 116000 miles. I live in Ohio. My problem ... A: If it's making noise like that It's more than likley terminal. From time to time they will make that ...
Upper radiator hose	4/13/2009
Q: The upper radiator hose to my 1996 Bonneville SE burst this morning. I will attempt to replace. ... A: there are spring clamps on the hose there is a special tool to remove them but a good pair of ...
exhaust	4/13/2009
Q: Hey, i have a 1996 2 door 3.1L V6 grand prix. It needs new exhaust. Do you think a glasspack would ... A: HEy Dylan: Stay away from anything like that glass plack mufflers are lound and do not sound good.. ...
Removing Jammed 2007 Montana SV6 Mid-Deck Seats	4/13/2009
Q: I have a 2007 Pontiac Montana SV6, RWB, 1SB option package. I previously had a 2003 Montana and had ... A: Hey Jim: well It's hard to say why the seat is jammed without seeing it. Usually something gets ...
1993 Grand Am turn signal problem	4/12/2009
Q: I have a 1993 Grand Am GT with a 3.3 V-6 and the turn signals come on but do not flash. All of the ... A: they are right near each other. they are both mounted to the metal support of the dash baord. That's ...
turn switch relay	4/11/2009
Q: it will click when the signal is not being used. It sounds like it is in or behind the radio. Is ... A: . My guess is it's a 1999-2003 Grand Am? If so the clicking nose is the flasher module and the root ...
1993 Grand Am turn signal problem	4/11/2009
Q: I have a 1993 Grand Am GT with a 3.3 V-6 and the turn signals come on but do not flash. All of the ... A: All of the rest of the lights work on this car? walk aropund the car with the 4 way flashers on and ...
fob	4/11/2009
Q: my door lock on my key chain won't work even though i replaced the battery, is there a fuse in the ... A: what year and model car is this? When you replaced the battery it wasn't broken off the circuit ...
can senor	4/10/2009
Q: I need the location of cam senor on 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix with a quad 4 engine? A: If this engine has a cam sensor it's loacted on the front cam shaft housing near the intake ...
Transmission	4/10/2009
Q: I need to know what other vehicles have the same transmission as a 1993 Pontiac Transport. I'm not ... A: well it depends on what engine and what tranmsission is in the van. there were 2 engine sizes for ...
ABS light stays on	4/10/2009
Q: 2001 Grand Prix Gt 3.8L for a couple of days the light would intermittently come on and reset when ... A: The ABS lamp have nothing to do with the base brakes. However on some cars if the brake fluid is low ...
99 grand prix rear brakes	4/9/2009
Q: I've got a 99 Grand Prix. I know I need a tool to turn the rear pistons back into the calipers, but ... A: you don't need to turn the pstons back in on that car. The parking brake system is NOT part of the ...
exhaust heat shield removal	4/9/2009
Q: How do you remove the heat shield between the exhaust and gas tank on a 2004 pontiac sunfire? I need ... A: Just drill out the rear most pop rivot and then bend the rest of the shiled out of the way. once ...
right front lower caliper bolt	4/8/2009
Q: trying to put a new rotor on and this bolt is stuck, will not move at all. looks like it has been ... A: well ther are a few products on the markey that will remove rounded off bolts one product is called ...
2000 Pontiac Sunfire	4/7/2009
Q: My son's 2000 Sunfire stalled while city driving, and we couldnt get it started. Tested fuel pump, ... A: Does the engine have spark on all 4 cylinders? You could have an injector issue. If it's running ...
1995 pontiac transam	4/7/2009
Q: my dog chewed vechile speed sensor wires loose from harness do you have any idea where to reconnect ... A: IF indeed it was the speed sensor harness the wires are attached to the rear od the transmision. ...
97' grand am heater core	4/6/2009
Q: Ok I've got the two halfs separated. Bottom half does not want to let go of the firewall. I removed ... A: This is a TIGHT fit to get it out.. Make sure you have all the screws out of the case there are a ...
1999 Grand Prix	4/6/2009
Q: My daughter recently bought the 1999 Grand Prix, It will not shift into overdrive unless going ... A: There is not going to be an easy fix to this problem. has any service engine soon lamp come on at ...
Supercharger	4/6/2009
Q: I have noticed that on my 2004 GTP (3.8 SC with 65K miles) that it sounds like the supercharger ... A: The super charger stops spinning as soon as the engine stops. If the belt is not spinning the super ...
1999 Grand am shifting problems	4/5/2009
Q: I have a 99 grand am. Sometimes it refuses to shift into second gear until you shut the car off and ... A: If this car will not shift into second gear it more then lilley has a shift solenoid issue or ...
emergencey brake cable	4/5/2009
Q: how do you replace a e brake cable on a 2002 pontiac sunfire? A: which cable(S) the reares or the one inised the car? My guess is one of the rear cables??? If so the ...
windshield leak	4/5/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Montana ext van with a 3.9 v6. I have a water leak at the winshield on the ... A: there is no easy way to fix this besides having the glass removed and the bead of sealer replaced ...
p0402 code excessive egr flow	4/4/2009
Q: i have a 2001 grand am and my engine light came on so i scanned it and said excessive egr flow i ... A: Some of those cars have a valve ands some do not. It depends on what emission system is on the car ...
1990 firebird Hurst gear shifter replacement	4/4/2009
Q: 3.1L V6, 700R4 floor mounted shifter. I'm trying to find a schematic or a break down of the wires & ... A: They are right our online manuals only go back to 1998. send me another question the first part of ...
Engine dies suddenly while driving	4/4/2009
Q: I've been Googling this furiously and can't find anything exactly like it. My son's '98 Camaro V6 ... A: Well there is 2 ways this can go. Either you have an engine control module issue ecm or a spark ...
Heater /A/C Blower	4/3/2009
Q: We recently got a 2001 Montana Van. The blower doesn't work on the HIGHEST setting. Could it be a ... A: You more than likely have a blower motor resistor that went bad. ther is a relay inside the resistor ...
turn signal/cruise control lever	4/3/2009
Q: how to fix cruise control on 1988 fiero gt v6 A: I take it just the stalk broke off and the switch in the column that the stalk attaches to. if this ...
heater hose replacement	4/3/2009
Q: Got a 97' Grand Am Quad, 146k. While replacing the heater hose assembly I got hung up on one of the ... A: You shouldn't need a special tool to take that hose off the pipe. It just has 2 tabs you squeeze on ...
No air coming out of middle vents	4/2/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Bonneville SSEI (Supercharged) Air conditioner was circulating well, then the ... A: I think this has a issue with a mode door actautor. That actuator moves the mode door to the ...
warning lights	4/2/2009
Q: I have a 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix and the warning lights for low gas level and high temperature are ... A: Hey Sid: YEp they are related. The problem is within the insterment cluster assembly. It was a ...
Power Window/AC	4/1/2009
Q: The drivers window on my 2000 Pontiac Montana 3.9L V-6 will intermittently go up and down sometime ... A: well first off if the a/c quit more than likely the system is low on a charge of 134A if you live in ...
Pontiac sunfire Charging System Light	4/1/2009
Q: It only comes on when I'm in the car, in park, with it running. It only stays on for a few seconds ... A: well at the time they check out the problem My guess is the lamp wasn't on thus at that time the ...
possible ground problem	4/1/2009
Q: I have a 97 Pontiac grand am se 3100eng i paid a friend to replace head gaskets......when he was ... A: It could be a ground issue or a pinced wire somewhere. The gounds are on the engine to transmission ...
2000 Trans Am Transmition	3/31/2009
Q: I'm having an issue with me 2000 Pontiac Trans Am V8 5.7Lt Automatic transmission and the hertz ... A: I think you have more than a shift solenois issue here. Dirst off get a GM shift solenoid not an ...
transmission swap	3/31/2009
Q: just wondering if a transmission out of a 1992 bonneville ssei will fit in a 97 pontiac grand am gt A: No they will not swap out. The Bonneville transmission is much larger due to it being ina a bigger ...
Oil gage light	3/31/2009
Q: Why does my oil light come on when I'm stopped at a stop sign? Checked oil and it's full. 2002 ... A: This is not a good thing. That lamp means the engine has low oil pressure. It could be something as ...
2000 4cyl Grand am sputtering at idle/cruise	3/30/2009
Q: 2000 Grand Am SE 2.4L So i just replaced the fuel pump/filter and line 'cause the car just stalled ... A: has all this happened since the water pump was installed? If so there is a possability the cam ...
2000 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi	3/30/2009
Q: I replaced the battery and the dealer calibrated the radio. Everything now works but there is no ... A: Hey Dave: It is possable fo that to happen when jump starting the car. do you know if this car is ...
Window will not raise	3/29/2009
Q: We were driving when my wife discovered she could not raise the front passenger window on our 2004 ... A: Well it could be 2 things. Either the switch is bad or the window regulator is bound up and the ...
2003 pontiac gra d am	3/29/2009
Q: turn signals not working any sugestions A: do the 4 way flashers work? If they do not work as well it's either a fuse that is blown or the 4 ...
94 Grand Am brakes	3/28/2009
Q: My son hooked up a stereo system with a separate power line from the battery to the AMP. The power ... A: Iof this car has ABS that is where the issue is. My guess is the ABS brake valve is bound up with ...
can you switch a 4 cylinder and a 6?	3/28/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE and it just recently blew a rod and the rod blew a whole in the ... A: Yes the car can handle a V6. But the way it sits now a V6 engine will not bolt up to and attach to ...
head gasket	3/28/2009
Q: Todd, My niece has a 1999 Grand-Am, with a v6 Motor. She is alittle short on common sense, She has ... A: well It's going to have to be a wait and see approach. What I mean is once the head(S) are removed ...
Interminute Stalling	3/27/2009
Q: Todd. Make/Model: 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT Sedan 3.8L V6 Problem: Every so often, the car will ... A: well it's an electrical issue of some kind. Either a fuel delivery issue or a spark problem. My ...
92 Pontiac Bonneville hiss when heater on high and braking	3/27/2009
Q: Today I was driving my 92 Bonneville SE. I had the heater on high and was coming up to a stop, and ... A: This is a wired issue here. The hissing sound you hear has to be some sort of a vacuum leak. I'm not ...
water leak in 95 Pontiac Grand Am GT	3/27/2009
Q: My son's car leaks water on the passenger side.NOT COOLANT. Someone said pull the cowl panel and ... A: No that opening is the air inlety for the heater assembly. The cowl that covers that box has a seal ...
Pontiac Aztek brakes	3/26/2009
Q: Often when I brake, I hear a grinding sound and the pedal vibrates, the brakes do not engage. If I ... A: well if the ABS lamp comes on it will automatically disable the versatrak system on that SUVand it ...
1998 firebird	3/25/2009
Q: I have 1998 firebird 3800 v6. The car started not cranking at times about a month ago.The car has ... A: well if the engine has no spark It has to be eithere a crank sensor,module or wiring issue. Looks ...
my gas gauge dont work	3/25/2009
Q: i have a 1999 pontiac grand prix and my gas gauge quit working it goes up and down and the stays and ... A: Well you have 2 different issues here. They are not related. the gas Gauge issue is more then likely ...
windshield wipers 2000 montana	3/24/2009
Q: My intermittent wiper speed is the same as the regular. This doesn't happen all the time but when ... A: issues like these that do not crop up when you take them if for repair is frustrating I know. But ...
2000 Pontiac Bonneville SE 4 Door	3/24/2009
Q: While slowing down to make a right turn, my windshield wipers came on and I had to take fuse out to ... A: well it one of 2 things either the switch is broken in the steering column which is unlikely but ...
A/C, Heat blower issue	3/23/2009
Q: Just replaced the blower motor in a 1999 Grand Prix. Manual a/c and heat controls. New motor seems ... A: There is an issue withe eithere the "mode" dore sticking or the acatuator that runs that door is ...
Grand Prix DIC mileage "ERROR"	3/23/2009
Q: 2006 Grand Prix (base model), 5-button DIC. The DIC suddenly started displaying "ERROR" for the ... A: well if there are no codes ina any modules on this car I would tend to think the issue is withe the ...
97 grand am auto headlights	3/23/2009
Q: my auto headlights aren't working. do you think it is a relay or the sensor? how to replace? ... A: well there are 3 main components to this system the sensor in the dash, The insterment cluster and ...
1990 Pontiac Firebird Ignition switch stuck	3/22/2009
Q: On my nieces 1990 Pontiac Firebird the ignition switch is stuck in the ON position. The only way to ... A: It can be a few things. t can be the ignition switch it's self is bad and it will not go back to the ...
2001 sunfire rear grab/lock	3/22/2009
Q: I recently purchased a 2001 sunfire. after it has been setting overnight the next morning when you ... A: It's a few things it could be. Either you have wheel cylinders that are leaking brake fluid onto the ...
fuel filter/ fuel pump	3/22/2009
Q: How do i locate this item on my 1999 pontiac montana? A: the fuel ilter is under the van under the drivers side floor board mounted to the inside of the ...
tail lights coming on while car is shut off	3/21/2009
Q: I have a 1993 Pontiac Trans Port and recently the tail lights started coming on by themselves and ... A: Which light are on at the rear? the parking light, brake lights? How about the license plate lamp as ...
rear disc brakes	3/21/2009
Q: On my son in laws 06 grand prix GT. He as going to replace rear brake pads but he could not get the ... A: Hey DW: That car need a special tool to retract the caliper piston into the caliper. Right now ...
Is this a fuel filter problem?	3/21/2009
Q: I am the owner of a 1994 Pontiac Trans Am 5.7. It has been running a little hot and almost stalling ... A: I think your 2 issues here are related. The V8 in that car has what is called an opti spark ignition ...
1998 Monte Carlo	3/20/2009
Q: Help, drove on the highway for an hour, exited and pulled up to the first stop light. While waiting ... A: You could have a crank shaft position sensor that's acting up when hot or the wiring to the sensor ...
1998 Monte Carlo	3/20/2009
Q: Help, drove on the highway for an hour, exited and pulled up to the first stop light. While waiting ... A: what engine is in this car? It can be a lot of different things.. did you have to keep your foot on ...
Heating system issue	3/20/2009
Q: My cooling/heating system isn't working properly. Before my heater will kick in, the car has to ... A: I think the sytem is low on coolant again. That would cause both issues you have with the tmep ...
89 grand prix justs dies while running	3/19/2009
Q: my 89 grand prix just dies. it died while idling after about 30 minutes runtime, finally started ... A: Hey Tyler: well you may be on the right track. When it dies you need to see what the engine is ...
grade of oil	3/19/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Booneville. 6 cylinder, automatic. The owner's manual says not to use any ... A: Your reading way too much inot this. Over a 100,000 mile is "a lot" of miles. At that point a 10 30 ...
grade of oil	3/18/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Booneville. 6 cylinder, automatic. The owner's manual says not to use any ... A: Use only 5 w 30 oil in this engine unless it has a LOT of miles on it the n use the 10 w 30. The ...
over heated engine	3/18/2009
Q: I have a 94 grand am with a quad four engine. The car engine keeps running hot. I changed the ... A: well both suggestions can be right. This engine is hard to bleed air out of the cooling system so it ...
1999 Grand Am Window Regulator	3/17/2009
Q: I've been driving with a broken regulator for a few years now...(I know it's broken, because I had ... A: Hey Ryan: This is a pretty easy job, You need to remove the inside door trim. there are 3 screws ...
Ignition replacemnet	3/17/2009
Q: The car I am discussing is a Pontiac Trans AM 89' model with a small block chev. The key with the ... A: I'm not sure which one of those codes is the correct one for the key pellet code. I'm not a prts guy ...
winshield wiper won't turn off	3/17/2009
Q: I have 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 Z71, 5.7 liter, vortec. My windshield wipers will not turn off. I can ... A: Hey Von: well it one of 2 things eithere the switch is bad in the steering column of the delay ...
Ignition replacemnet	3/16/2009
Q: The car I am discussing is a Pontiac Trans AM 89' model with a small block chev. The key with the ... A: That will not work. the reason being is the system has a shot and long tamper mode. You get like 2 ...
2002 Pontiac grand am	3/16/2009
Q: Hey there...today we were driving in the rain and the cars trac off light came on and then it began ... A: Wow, wierd problem... Umm what happnes when you try to start it. does it crank? does it start then ...
1995 Grand Am Wiper's	3/16/2009
Q: I have a 1995 Grand Am and the wipers only work on the highest setting, and at that only move about ... A: did the wiper do the EXACT same thing before you replaced the motor? If so it's either the switch or ...
Check gas cap	3/15/2009
Q: I have a 2005 Grand Prix GTP and the "check gas cap' me will not go off even after putting a new gas ... A: More than likley a part in the emission system has failed on this car and it's not the gas cap as ...
2005 gand stsrand prix 3800 v6	3/15/2009
Q: My car seems to be really hard on fuel. Everyone i take it to can not seem to figure out why. ... A: well it can be a few things going on here. I assume you in canada talking about milage in Kms. I ...
Ignition replacemnet	3/15/2009
Q: The car I am discussing is a Pontiac Trans AM 89' model with a small block chev. The key with the ... A: but your going about it the wrong way. You need to know what chip the car was shipped with from the ...
dash gauges	3/14/2009
Q: 2004 Pontiac Montana ext van 3900 v6 auto My fuel gauge quit and I had it checked at the dealer. ... A: Hey Bryan: If they quit worink at different times I would say that yes the dash cluster is to ...
1995 grand am se signal flash location	3/14/2009
Q: Spent 4 hours under the dash trying to locate and replace the signal flasher, can you help me find ... A: this car has 2 flashers one for the 4 way and one for the T/S. they are loced near each other. they ...
inner tie rod	3/14/2009
Q: U helped me out greatly back n march 20 2008 with a no spark no fuel issue. i would like to think ... A: I Like "repeat business" I would go with the sticker spec rather then the owners manual. I think the ...
PONTIAC MONTANE BATTERY	3/13/2009
Q: My neighbor replaced his battery in his 92 pontiac montana and now has no power to his van. We ... A: Hey Bryan: Can you give me a bit more details? where did you find this cable? what color is it and ...
hard start	3/13/2009
Q: 1994 chevy lumina apv van v6 engine beleive it is 3.1 after driving it for a while you shut it off ... A: well it can be a bunch of things. My guess is it one of two things though. Eithere the engine vapor ...
grand am over heating	3/13/2009
Q: my 96 grand am, v6, auto,intermitantly over heats sometimes after going a mile sometimes after ... A: Hey Hugh: The car is low on coolant. there is a leak in the system somewhere either external where ...
Looseness in GM tilt steering column	3/12/2009
Q: The tilt column in my daughter's 1998 Grand Am is loose. The steering wheel will rock about 0.5in ... A: well it can be either the steering column in loose in the dash or the tilt assembly iss loose in the ...
wheel bearing grand am	3/12/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Grand am with a front wheel bearing problem. My question is could this cause my ABS ... A: Hey Derek: Your on the right track. Yes if you have a wheel bearing that is bad it will effect the ...
interior elecric plug and water leak	3/12/2009
Q: 2005 pontiac G6, GT model. there are two interior electric outlet plugs, both dont work. Do I have ... A: Hey Cahrlie: does this car have a sunroof? My guess is yess if it's a GT. if that's the case the ...
96 Pontiac GrandPrix SE 3100 radiator replacement	3/11/2009
Q: I have a bad radiator in my 96 GrandPrix, and the new ones are cheaper locally in the 1" core than ... A: I'm gonna say It will fit, But I'm not a prats guy I just fix 'em. As long as the diastance between ...
power steering dip stick	3/11/2009
Q: I can not locate my power steering dip stick in my 1997 Grand Prix Super Charge car. I need to put ... A: it's in a dumb spot on that car. It' located on the back side of the engine near the fire wall ...
'93 Pontiac heater fan motor	3/11/2009
Q: Have an older neighbor with a '93 Pontiac bonneville SSE that when the ignition switch is removed - ... A: biing that this is an SSE Bonneville it has to have automatic air conditioning. The control module ...
brakes	3/10/2009
Q: ok already bled master and tried bleeding the lines. im getting no pressure from the rear chamber ... A: What model car is this? did you replace the master cylinder? Did you "bench bleed" the cylinder ...
1990 pontiac grand am	3/10/2009
Q: where is the crank sensor on a 2.5 pontiac grand am? its not the quad 4 i think its just called an ... A: The crank sensor is attached to the back side of the ignition module. The ignition module is bolted ...
Pontiac Grand am 98 Speedo Sticking	3/10/2009
Q: Today i have noticed that the speedo needle and rev counter has started to stick, ie accelerate up ... A: Yes they are electrically driven. Chance are that the speedo cluster is bad. How about the temp ...
ABS/Traction Control 2000 Pontiac SSei	3/9/2009
Q: When I stopped for a light this morning, I heard a click and my ABS and Traction Control Off lights ... A: yes you guessed it. when the lamps are on the traction control and abs systems are disabled.It's not ...
Grand prix supercharged skip/miss on light accel	3/9/2009
Q: My supercharged grand prix has a miss under light accell sometimes up grades, at engine speeds 1500 ... A: In that case skip the vacuum leak idea but still look into a possable dirty injector. Also ditch the ...
2003 Pontiac Sunfire oil leak	3/9/2009
Q: Hey Todd, I have a 2003 Pontiac Sunfire GT. It a a 5-speed manual with a 2.2L Ecotec in it. I had ... A: wirr it's comming from the front of the engine so it's one of 2 things either the front crankshaft ...
Grand prix supercharged skip/miss on light accel	3/8/2009
Q: My supercharged grand prix has a miss under light accell sometimes up grades, at engine speeds 1500 ... A: well it can be a few things. How does the engine idle? does it idle faster than usual? These engines ...
2000 Bonneville	3/8/2009
Q: Will a 32 valve Northstar go readily into a 2000 Bonneville as a replacement engine? A: yes it fits the later model binneville gxp's had that engine in them. it will not bolt up to the ...
speedometer dash unit 03 Pont. Booneville	3/8/2009
Q: What are the steps that need to be taken to remove the dash unit with the speedometer in it? ... A: No The speedo/cluster assembly in these cars are plug and play no programming needed. install ...
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix	3/7/2009
Q: I have a pontiac grand prix, and recently, I have gotten the low oil signal from the idiot box for ... A: Yes GM states that a quart of oil in 2,000 miles is an excetable amount of oil consumption. every ...
doorlocks	3/7/2009
Q: 99 pontiac montana bought used, no remote, door locks no longer unlock at power buttons, but lock ... A: Yup this is a pretty common issue. You have a wiring issue here. pull up the carpet on the right ...
speedometer dash unit 03 Pont. Booneville	3/7/2009
Q: What are the steps that need to be taken to remove the dash unit with the speedometer in it? A: It's really pretty easy. tilt the steering wheel all the way down, ther are 2 push pins in the top ...
97 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 3800 code p0302	3/6/2009
Q: Says cylinder #2 is misfiring... we have took it to the mechanic.. changed everything on the list ... A: well an engine needs 3 things to run. fuel,spark and compression. the fact that the issue comes and ...
1993 Pontiac Transport Horn	3/6/2009
Q: I bought this vehicle used and there is no horn on it, where should it be bolted to in the engine ... A: The horns are not in the engine compartment. they are behind the front bumper on both sides of the ...
pontiac 2002 sunfire died on me	3/5/2009
Q: it is 2002 sunfire with 2.2 eco engine 2 door ,new battery also - i was driving down road when it ... A: well, as for the nose before it quit what type of noise was it a clicking ticking noise? when you ...
'99 Montana turn signal	3/5/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Pontiac Montana. When I turn on the right turn signal, the left rear and left front ... A: I think the lats part of the question is the key to the answer. Thes vans didn't come from the ...
96 Sunfire 2.2 engine swap	3/4/2009
Q: 2.2 engine swap both 96 sunfire models ,original ckp wire harness has 4 pins the replacement only ... A: Hey Jose: Are you sure they were both engines form the exact same year and the same engine? The ...
electrical problem on 95 grand am	3/4/2009
Q: the dash warning lights will flash on and off for no reason. The emergency brake light will work ... A: well you may have numerous issues here of just one common problem that is the root of all that ails ...
oil in cylinders	3/4/2009
Q: 1998, Pontiac Bonneville, 3800 engine, I don't know type. Turned key, engine fires, kicks, does not ... A: I think what happned here was the engine hydro locked from coolant not oil. The cylinders are full ...
02 Grand am guage, other lights still out	3/3/2009
Q: You provided an answer to this question a few days ago: ... A: Okay refresh my memory here. I have answered a bunch of grans Am issues this week already and they ...
thermostat on grand am	3/3/2009
Q: i'm not sure where the thermostat is located on my 1992 pontiac grand am. can you help me? if ... A: which engine is in this car? 4 cylinder or a V6? either way it at the engine side of the upper ...
Dash Lights	3/3/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Grand Am. One of the dash lights is out. I was wondering how they work? How hard it is ... A: do you mean the back lighting when the headlamps are on or the indicators "idiot light" don't work? ...
Brakes	3/2/2009
Q: 2005 Grand Prix.Are the rear disc brakes replaced the same way as the front A: Hey Tom: No they are different. The pistons need to me turned in while being compressed. You need a ...
02 Grand am guage, other lights still out	3/2/2009
Q: You provided an answer to this question a few days ago: ... A: Yes it could be but I would look to make sure you don't have any blown fuses. The old swithc may ...
97 pontiac grand prix	3/1/2009
Q: i just recently got this vehicle and it ran fine. i was heading home and i dont know what happened. ... A: what engine is in this car? a 3800 V6? What do you mean doesn't turn over completly? Is the oil ...
drum brakes	3/1/2009
Q: i have a 1972 pontiac lemans 2dr power 4 wheel drum brakes. when press the brake pedal i have no ... A: Start by doing this take the lines off at the master cylinder and get a bench bleed kit for it and ...
1994 pontiac grand am	3/1/2009
Q: My question is,where is the location of the rear parking lights switch in a 1994 grand am, the ... A: You don't have to remove it to check the wires. You can remove the upper and lower plastic covers ...
96 firebird with P0441 and P0108 ODB codes	2/28/2009
Q: Car starts, runs extremely rough for 5-10 seconds, coughs and dies. ODBii gives P0441 Evap emission ... A: the 441 will not cause a roung idle. The 108 for sure will. make sure the vacuum hose to the map ...
starter	2/27/2009
Q: how to remove starter from 94 pontiac transporter van with 3.1 A: The starter will come out the bottom of the van. disconnect the battery first then the wires at the ...
engine overheating	2/27/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Grand Prix 3.8L. After running it for awhile the car goes into "limpmode". It starts ... A: Don't belive the gauge trust the temp sensor for the engine computer. First off make sure the ...
window motor	2/27/2009
Q: My 1996 2 door pontiac grand am passenger side window motor needs to be replaced do i have to ... A: No the motor is serviced by it's self. You can get just the motor but from past experince I would ...
2003 Grand Prix 3.1 cyl 6 misfiring?	2/26/2009
Q: I have a 2003 Grand Prix and it has recently started acting up. I was driving home from work this ... A: well in order for an engine to run properly it needs 3 things compression which is a angine ...
Pontiac Sunfire	2/26/2009
Q: We have not been able to start our 2001 sunfire with a key for almost a year, it will start only ... A: well the deal with the daytime lights is more then likley a wire harness issue in the front lamp ...
suspension	2/25/2009
Q: to change control arm bushings on a 99 pontiac montana van. any tools needed other than standard ... A: you will need a tool called a ball joint press. that tool you can use to press the new bushing inot ...
96 Grand Am hesitating	2/25/2009
Q: My 96 Pontias GrandAm Se V4 just starting having problems this winter, as its idling and Driving, it ... A: well it could be something as easy and a plugged/restricted fuel filter. I would start there. Also ...
Grand Prix Passenger Window	2/25/2009
Q: I have a 2000 Grand Prix GTP. The passenger window will not roll down. When I press the switch, ... A: The fact that the lights dim is a clue that the swithc is more then likley okay and the power and ...
power window motors keep dying	2/24/2009
Q: I have a '99 Firebird 3.8L V6. I've owned it since '01. I've replaced the window motors on both ... A: the head lamp motors and window motors are VERY common to go bad on these cars. there are no updated ...
No airflow	2/24/2009
Q: I have a 02 Sunfire 2.2 4 cyl that I replaced the heater blower motor on but I still don't get ... A: I take it that the motor is running since your replaced the motor? or is the motor not running? it ...
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix Help!!!	2/24/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix and I love my car but recently I have had numerous problems with ... A: .. the past few times it has died was it just like someone turned the key off or did it spit sputter ...
1996 Pontiac Grand Prix Se	2/23/2009
Q: I have a 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix SE and every once in awhile when I am driving the RPMs would be ... A: well Yes some pumps are noisey but not excessivly! you shouldn't hear it over the radio. the older ...
tcs and abs lite	2/23/2009
Q: 2002 pont montana the tcs and abs lite stay on feels like when you take off brakes are on also ... A: well the abs/trac lamps are related. more then likely you have a wheel spped sensor that has gone ...
dic warnings	2/22/2009
Q: my sons 2005 pontiac g6 dic says engine power reduced.what may be the cause of this. A: That is a message to let you know there is a problem with the "drive by wire" system in the car. ...
97 grand am gt	2/22/2009
Q: i have a 97 grand am gt 3.1 car will not come out of park can here clicking in column when you you ... A: well you have some sort of an issue her with the bTSI system. which is brak transmission interlock ...
1996 Pontiac Grand Prix Se 3.1L V6	2/22/2009
Q: My car when it's driven sometimes acts like it's going to stall when my RPM's are around 2000-2500. ... A: Well the fact that the fuel pressure is dropping out is a clue to the possable stall. The pressure ...
86 fiero GT	2/21/2009
Q: I have a 1986 Fiero GT 2.8. Q: Putting new rod bearrings in, how much torque? Thanks A: I can't really help you out. My onl;ine service manuals only go back to 1998. All the 2.8 liter ...
02 Grand Am instrument lights, fog lights out	2/21/2009
Q: I have an '02 Grand am in which I removed the multifunction switch on the steering column to clean ... A: Hey SAM: well I would have to say the switch is bad you took apart. All the head lamp functions go ...
1993 Pontiac Transport	2/21/2009
Q: I was driving our 1993 pontiac transport van when stopped at a light it died. I started it back up ... A: It could be but you need to determine what the engine is missing to make it not run. Is it lacking ...
1992 bonneville	2/20/2009
Q: i got a 1992 bonneville 262 kms.. its sputtering when i give it gas i chaged the coils it seem to ... A: does this have the one big coil or 3 individual coils? They used both systems back on those cars.. ...
95 grand am defrost fan	2/20/2009
Q: I recently bought a 95 grand am gt. I've noticed a couple of times when i've come out to my car ... A: No It's not normal "BUT" if a part called an afterblow module was installed on the car it can be ...
abs pump control module repair	2/20/2009
Q: How much should it cost to repair the ABS pump control module on a 2000 Pontiac Bonneville? A: well I assume you need just the control module and not the pump it's self? That is the cheaper of ...
2000 Pontiac Grand AM GT V6 Sedan	2/19/2009
Q: When I attempt to start my car it acts like as though the battery is dead, however, all lights, ... A: Hey Roland: well it could be a security system issue but the security lamp should flash if there is ...
fan relay switch	2/19/2009
Q: 1996 Pontiac Grand Am SE, 2.4L engine, 4 cylinder. where is the radiator fan relay located on this ... A: there is a relay block up on the right side of the engine compartment by the strut tower and the ...
car stereo replacement	2/19/2009
Q: i recently installed a brand new Sony Xplod CDX-GT621PW car cd reciever with direct ipod connection ... A: Well other the possably blowing a fuse which may have been your pop noise I really can't help you ...
95 Grand Am V6 Accelerates OK, but doesn't maintain speed	2/18/2009
Q: When I drive long distances on the highway my car has trouble maintaining its speed. It ... A: well it sounds like it's an engine issue more so then a transmission problem. Possably a misfire ...
Heater fan switch	2/18/2009
Q: When I tried to turn the fan swtich on it broke- the stem for the switch is locked and cannot be ... A: what model and year car is this? Usually just the knobs breka off on cars like a grand am or grand ...
fuel pressure drop	2/18/2009
Q: I have a 98 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP with a supercharged 3.8 all stock with 150,000 miles. The engine ... A: Hey Evan: easy Fix here. The supercharged engine has a 2 speed fule pump. the resisitor has burnt ...
2002 Pontiac Sunfire	2/17/2009
Q: This morning when I drove my car to work, I noticed that the dash lights are flickering. The head ... A: My guess is a bad connecting some where or a weak battery. Maybe loose or corroed battery cables? ...
1994 Pontiac Grand Am SE	2/17/2009
Q: I have a 94 Pontiac Grand Am SE 2.3L Quad OHC. My question is where is the torque clutch converter ... A: Yes that more than likely is the issue here that is if this is a 3 speed transmission. If it's a 4 ...
turn signal problem	2/17/2009
Q: Todd. My 2000 2.2L Sunfire's turn signal got problem in rainy days. At intersection, it stop ... A: try this turn on the 4 ways and walk around the car and make sure you have the lamps flashing in all ...
Stalling after repair 2001 Pontiac Montana	2/16/2009
Q: Just replaced fuel level sensor, upstream O2 sensor, plugs and wires. Computer keeps tripping SES ... A: The computer doesn't need to learn the sensor. What codes are being stored in the computer? If the ...
1988 pontiac Firebird V6 2.8 Overheating	2/16/2009
Q: Overheating problem! Car has had many items changed, water pump, radiator, hoses, belt, thermostat. ... A: well this engine has a second tempature sensor on it I belive. It's bit before my time. But there ...
Fog lamp in Grand am	2/16/2009
Q: I have a 2004 grand am and my drivers side front fog light is just dangling in the little area where ... A: Well obviously you ran into something or over something to break the lamp off. The lamp comes with ...
How do you check anti lock hub 2001 pontiac bonneville ssei	2/15/2009
Q: How do you check anti lock hub assembly for a 2001 pontiac bonneville ssei? Can you do an Ohms test ... A: Hey Rick: You need a "good" digital volt ohm meter. you can check each harness on each hub. The ...
1991 Grand Am starter/solenoid	2/15/2009
Q: I have a 91 Grand Am with a 2.5 4 cylinder and a 5 speed manual transmission. Battery is strong, but ... A: well it's one of 2 things either the starter motor is bad and that is why the starter solenoid just ...
1998 Pontiac Montana 3.4L	2/14/2009
Q: Had the heads milled and new gaskets all around because of a pin hole in the rear gasket. This was ... A: well I don't know why that one cylinder the compression is so high unless there was coolant in the ...
98 trans sport Montana upper radiator hose	2/14/2009
Q: The upper radiator hose collapses stopping coolant flow which causes the engine to over heat. My ... A: well My guess is the engine is burning coolant or it's leaking onto the ground. The radiator cap is ...
1991 pontiac grand prix se 3.1 v6	2/13/2009
Q: I've exhausted my attemps at removing the crank sensor it was so brittle it just broke apart. There ... A: That is your only option. You have to remove the oil pan and push it out from inside the engine. ...
96 Grand Am hesitating	2/13/2009
Q: My 96 Pontias GrandAm Se V4 just starting having problems this winter, as its idling and Driving, it ... A: does it feel like it's misfiring not running on all cylinders? Or is it just hesitating and running ...
Auto-Lock Problem: 94 Pontiac Grand Prix	2/13/2009
Q: My Auto-locks continue, to lock and un-lock themselves while im driving...please help!!!!! A: These older cars had issues with the multi function alram module causing the doors locks to cycle ...
pontiac 1991 grand prix se 3.1 v6	2/12/2009
Q: How do I remove the crankshaft position sensor does it pull out in any position or is there a notch ... A: No it just pulles striaght out of the side of the block. Being that it's as old as it is Ther is ...
hard starting-warm	2/12/2009
Q: This question is not about Pontiac but Chevrolet but i hope you can still help? i have a 1999 ... A: well a few things to check here are all the engine gounds on the transmission studs. They have a ...
1994 Grand Am Transmission bangs	2/12/2009
Q: I have a 1994 Pontiac Grand Am V6 (automatic) and just recently as I am slowing down or sometimes ... A: Does this have a 4 speed or 3 speed automatic transmission? First off I would check the fluid level ...
2007 pontiac grand prix blower	2/11/2009
Q: I have a 2007 pontiac grand prix (V-6 3800) 50K miles. The blower (heat/ac) just started to work ... A: well it's either the blower motor it's self has a dead spot and it starts to work when you hit a ...
2000 Pontiac Bonneville SSE gas gauge	2/10/2009
Q: My gas gauge is not working properly. I though it was because it was so cold outside that it was ... A: You need a fuel level sensor on the fuel pump module inside the gas tank. This is a pretty common ...
After starts car immediate dies	2/10/2009
Q: I have a 1995 bonneville SE after I start up the car it immediately dies. Its only keep running when ... A: withe this many miles on the car the skies the limit as to what it could be. a few things to check ...
1999 Pontiac Grand Am 2.4 timing question	2/10/2009
Q: I changed the water pump. I couldn't get the shoe off and followed the book on retiming. I first ... A: the chain is streached out. get a new chain and also a new shoe for the tensioner. the pins should ...
Ponatic won't start	2/9/2009
Q: When I turn the key over to start it act's the battery is dead. I changed the battery,starter, Anti ... A: what model and year car is this? when it will not start(crank) do all of the accessories work like ...
2001 Grand prix DIC DRL HVAC INOP	2/9/2009
Q: ! 2001 Grand Prix GT, 4.3 auto, no climate control and not digital. My DIC goes out ... A: well the issues you have here are odd. I would have to say you have a power or ground feed problem ...
98' pontiac grand am	2/9/2009
Q: How do I replace the heater core? maybe not a short answer but the short and informative would be ... A: There really are to may steps to put into an answer and I have answered the question before. Look at ...
98 transport	2/8/2009
Q: I have a 98 transport and about 75% of the time when i turn on the wipers the pass side extends past ... A: well either a piece of linkage on the wiper transmission is bent or stripped out at that is why it ...
REPLACE BELT TENSIONER	2/8/2009
Q: WHAT IS INVALVED IN REPLACING BELT TENSIONER ON 92 PONT SE 3.1 6 CLY A: HEy John: This is an easy job. all you have to do is relieve the thension on the belt by putting a ...
1999 pontiac montanna	2/8/2009
Q: I want to know what is the best way to change spark plugs on the backside of the motor, considering ... A: I take it your replaced the pulgs and wires? is it running the same way it did prior to replacement ...
location of fuel filter	2/7/2009
Q: Where would i locate the fuel filter in a 1996 bonneville SSE with the 3.8(no supercharger) A: The filter is under the car just under the right rear door forward of the rear tire. It has 1 quick ...
mass air flow sensor	2/7/2009
Q: 2000 grand prix gtp 3.8 supercharged has had problem at idle. Running fine until today now it won't ... A: Yes the front gasket is the only one the GENERAL will pick the bill up on. The rear one is a pain ...
1996 Sunfire No Spark	2/7/2009
Q: I have a 1996 Sunfire with a 2.2. It has no spark. We have tried new module, new crank and cam ... A: The PCM for this car has to be programmed. If you just plugged in a new/reman unit the car will not ...
motor/tranny swaps	2/6/2009
Q: I have 1997,98 gr. prix also 3 bonneville`s.Im trying to keep 3 kids into good cheap ... A: as long as you stick with the same year engine you should have no problems. You will have to swap ...
2001 pontiac grand prix se	2/6/2009
Q: My car is leaking in the front passenger floor board. Just purchased car so I'm not sure exactly if ... A: well it's one of 2 things either the drain tube going through the fire wall is plugged up or the ...
04 grand am gt ignition	2/6/2009
Q: I own a 2004 grand am gt with 82000K. Every once in a while I'll go to start my car, and it will ... A: well it depends on the year. I belive that an 04 will not crank when there is fault in the factory ...
1999 pontiac montanna	2/5/2009
Q: I want to know what is the best way to change spark plugs on the backside of the motor, considering ... A: Ther is NO easy way to change them. Either from under the van to break the plugs free and then take ...
mass air flow sensor	2/5/2009
Q: 2000 grand prix gtp 3.8 supercharged has had problem at idle. Running fine until today now it won't ... A: Yes it sounds to me like the MAF sensor is going bad. Try this just unplug it and start the car and ...
2004 grand am v6	2/4/2009
Q: my anti theft control keeps arming not letting me start my car. and I haft to wait the 12 to 15 min ... A: The most likely cause for this is a bad ignition lock cylinder housing. Ther ther a sensor in the ...
Pontiac Bonneville	2/4/2009
Q: 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. The heater and air conditioner are not blowing any air on all four speeds. ... A: Does this have Auto matic climate control or just manual control with dials? I would first off check ...
Broken ABS Sensor, 97 Pontiac Transport.	2/3/2009
Q: I have noticed the ABS Sensor has broken loose on the passenger side front wheel.The wire into the ... A: The wiring is part of the sensor. The sensor is part of the hub. It's not to bad of a job. You have ...
unknown power draw	2/3/2009
Q: My wife's 2002 sunfire has some mysterious power draw. The car is a 2 door with the 2.4, 4 banger. ... A: Humm well it's a process of elimination. a draw tester has to be hooked up between the battery and ...
pontiac grand am	2/2/2009
Q: 1999 pontiac grand am 2.4 eng, installed timming chain kit pulled head to check for bent valves ... A: nO THE RELEARN WILL NOT CAUSE THIS IT WILL ONLY EFFECT THE COMPUTERS ABILITY TO CALCULATE MISFIRES ...
Ignition cylinder issue?	2/2/2009
Q: when I try to start my car the key springs back to the off position and stalls out. I thought by ... A: Does the lock cylinder turn back to the Off posisition when you start the car and that's why it ...
variable speed for heater on 97 sunfire	2/2/2009
Q: my heat does not work on all four speeds, it only works on levels 3 and 4. what piece is it that i ... A: The most likely cause for this is a burnt out blower motor resistor. It's loacted in the bottom of ...
auto trans	2/1/2009
Q: I am an out of work tech (laid off in NY) and have no access to Mitchell or any other labor manuals. ... A: I just looked up a 99 Grans Am R&R transmission and it pays 7.4 Hours. So that's not off base. If ...
1991 firebird cranks over fine but won't start	2/1/2009
Q: I have a 1991 firebird 3.1L V6 auto trans It ran fine one morning for a short trip and later would ... A: Okay you lost me on the linking the pink top chasis ground? Not good if you did that you blew the ...
pontiac grand am	2/1/2009
Q: 1999 pontiac grand am 2.4 eng, installed timming chain kit pulled head to check for bent valves ... A: do you have good compression on cylinders 2/3? If so I would lean towards possably a bad coil ...
1991 firebird cranks over fine but won't start	1/31/2009
Q: I have a 1991 firebird 3.1L V6 auto trans It ran fine one morning for a short trip and later would ... A: Well the computer is not going to cause a No or intermittant spark issue. The spark when the engine ...
2006 pontiac montana	1/31/2009
Q: my dad has a 2006 pontiac montana sv6 with 125,000 miles. today we were driving and the car loss ... A: well I would check for fuel pressure first off. That engine requires between 45-50PSi of pressure ...
A/C not working and outside temp. gauge giving wrong temps.	1/30/2009
Q: I have a 01 Bonneville SLE. When you turn the A/C on the air is warm and the compressor doesn't ... A: Well I think you have a few issues here. These cars were noted for a few areas that the a/c system ...
1999 Pontiac Grand-Am	1/29/2009
Q: When I reach 70 mph the trac-off light comes on in the dash. Then the car surges. A: You may have a wheel speed senor that is cutting out on this car. I'm not quite sure at what spped ...
heater core 96 grand am	1/28/2009
Q: Im trying to replace my heater core in my 96 grand am 2.4L. I cant offord to bring it to a shop ... A: Hey Matt: This is a pretty complex job even for the do it your selfer and WAY to many steps to list ...
power steering	1/28/2009
Q: About two hours and 15 miles later my car started to smoke and I saw fluid on the ground I now have ... A: This must have the GT package? If so it has may have a power steering cooler which is part of the ...
1998 Bonneville stall	1/28/2009
Q: I have a 98 Bonneville SE 3.8 not supercharged 116,000 on it. When I run the car , it runs smooth ... A: the fact that the Tach jumps around as the engine is spitting and sputtering is a clue that it's an ...
05 Pon G6 wipers not working	1/27/2009
Q: I just got this car in Nov 2008 and ive been back and forth to the repair but this time i havent ... A: This car is too new for places like auto zone to stock parts for them. If you don't hear the motor ...
Oil Leak	1/27/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand AM with a 4 cylinder engine. It never leaked oil before but recently ... A: yes in order to have the water pump replaced the timing cover has to be removed from the engine and ...
2005 Pontiac Montana Van	1/26/2009
Q: I smell gas when I start my van, it is worse when the heater is on. At first, I smelled it just a ... A: This is an Odd one. if you can smell it does it smell like "raw" gas like when you pump gas at the ...
Engine problem	1/26/2009
Q: I have a 1999 Grand Prix Supercharged 3.8 liter 6 cylinder....recently my car has been having ... A: It souls like either you have a fule delivery issue of the engine is not breathing properly. You ...
temp sensor	1/26/2009
Q: the heated seats have harnesses for the elements, and one for the thermostat bulb, do you know the ... A: The temp sensors are a variable resistor and the resiatance changes with the ambinet temp in the car ...
1991 pontiac grand prix se	1/25/2009
Q: THIS CAR HAS A 6CYL 3.4 LITER TWIN DUAL CAM IN IT AND WHEN IT IS COLD OUT IT WILL NOT START IT ... A: Well it can be a bunch of things. Your going to need a scan tool to see if there are any codes in ...
2000 pontiac grand prix trunk wont open	1/25/2009
Q: Hey their I got an issue the trunk use to open with my remote. Now it doesnt. It has an electronic ... A: It workes from the button in the glove box but not the remote? Bow about the second remote? If it ...
1989 Pontiac Sunfire	1/25/2009
Q: When idling it was missing fairly bad. Now the car will no start, turns over and fuel pump starts ... A: yes it has a filer in the line back by the tank. This engine has throttel body injection it you take ...
pontiac montana	1/24/2009
Q: I have 99 Pontiac Montana that has a buzzing alarm when shifted out of park coming from the back ... A: Hey Andy: this Van has the power sliding door option on it and the alarm is telling you the system ...
bypass temp sensor.	1/24/2009
Q: the temp sensor is the smaller of all the plugs, can i put a resistor across this, or a timer, to ... A: I don't quite know what you are asking me here. Which temp sensor Engine coolant, ambient air temp, ...
stuck in driveway	1/24/2009
Q: I have a 98 Grand Am. Check engine light is on,ABS light is on and the brake warning system light is ... A: Did you check all the fuses including the ones under the hood by the battery? I'm sure you have some ...
1991 pontiac grand prix	1/23/2009
Q: I WAS WOUNDERING WHERE THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR IS LOCATED ON THIS CAR IT HAS A 3.4 LITRE 6CYL TWIN ... A: it's in the engine block in between the engine and transmission down towards the engine oil pan it's ...
1997 Pont. Sunfire GT 2.4 L shifting problem	1/23/2009
Q: My 1997 Pontiac Sunfire GT 2.4L will not shift into 3rd gear most of the time and never goes into ... A: Hey Norman: Well It's not a cluthc issue. If so you would have trouble getting it into all gears ...
Pontiac Grandam redlines	1/23/2009
Q: I replaced the transmission in my 1995 Grandam and when I start it it immediately redlines. any ... A: Well this is a good one... Un either the throttle cable is stuck open and I'm sure you would have ...
cost of a pump, & parts of broken power steering	1/22/2009
Q: ... I have a 1995 Grand Am SE Pontiac. The power steering fluid leaks out and I heard something ... A: well without seeing this I can't tell you for sure what is leaking. But it's possably that just a ...
2001 chevy express 2500 cargo van 5.7l v8	1/22/2009
Q: I replaced my fuel pump and a week later started having problems with injectors. How do I clean ... A: this has poppet style fule injectors in it. They need to be cleaned with a pressure cleaner. if ...
2000 grand prix gt 3.8 v6 hood latch	1/22/2009
Q: I opened the hood of my car to change a headlamp and I can't get it to close completely. The safety ... A: well either the latch is broken or binding up but You sair you lubricated it.. Did you use a light ...
05 pon G6 windshild wipers wont work	1/21/2009
Q: I had the windshild wipers going as i was trying to thaw the frozen fluid. I was then done and shut ... A: If the fues is good for the wipers and the motor will not work Chnaces are that something went bad ...
1998 Firebird	1/21/2009
Q: I am buying a 1998 Firebird, but the outside key lock cylinder is missing. Will I be able to ... A: Yes you will ahve to goto a dealership and show them proof of ownership to of the car once you buy ...
telescopic steering	1/21/2009
Q: Have 2007 g6 4 cylinder i know there is nothing wrong with it no error codes. Can you tell me how to ... A: something must be bent on the mounts for the steering column. Nothing on that is serciced other then ...
swapping engines...maybe	1/20/2009
Q: I have a 94 Chevy Cavalier RS w/ 2.2, and a 97 Pontiac Sunfire SE w/ 2.2. Will these engines ... A: No the 2 will not swap out. the newer 97 engine has different electronics on it. if you have a ...
smog	1/20/2009
Q: I failed CA smog on 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue 3.8 eng. I replace 1 bank O2 sensor for code P0420 and ... A: A O2 sensor is not going to fix a p0420 code. The Catalitic converter is bad. It's not doing it's ...
1997 Grand Prix GTP code PO102	1/20/2009
Q: Got PO102 code on my 1997 Grand Prix GTP 3.8. THe code is Mass Air Flow Low. Took sensor out and ... A: That is a pretty common code for that engine in that car. 9 times out of 10 it's the sensor it's ...
95 Pontiac Bonneville odd problem	1/19/2009
Q: I have a 95 Bonneville with a 3.8 L engine. It has been stalling a lot. No check engine light. But ... A: This is not an odd problem, The fact that is stalls when you use the power window is a BIG clue. You ...
98 grand am trunk	1/19/2009
Q: how do i get into the trunk of a 98 grand am if the release isn't working and you the seats don't ... A: well the east way is to try to free up the lock cylinder so the key will turn. Try a product called ...
2000 Sunfire RPM Skipping	1/18/2009
Q: hey todd, i have a 2000 Sunfire the check engine light just came on and now the car's RPM is ... A: is the service engine soon lamp on on this car? Is it flashing? If so more than likely you have a ...
Hood release latch	1/18/2009
Q: The hood release latch on the driver's side floor broke off when I was trying to pop the hood. How ... A: Did just the handle break off the cable or did the cable it's self break? If just the handle broke ...
Turn signal relay / Pontiac Sunfire 2001, 2.4 engine.	1/18/2009
Q: Pontiac Sunfire 2001, 2.4 engine. My turn signals have been failing, blinking for a sec and turning ... A: Yes the flasher element is under the dash it's either to the right or the left of the steering ...
97 Sunfire strut mounts	1/17/2009
Q: I just purchased a 97 Pontiac Sunfire SE two door with 58,000 miles. There is a noise in the trunk ... A: Yep it's the upper shock mounts in the rear. they really ar not struts back they just gloified ...
Grand Am wont start	1/17/2009
Q: I have a 2000 V-6 Grand Am that has been running great with no problems, get in this morning and ... A: Hey Tom: 1 question when it will not start is the "security" lmap flashing when you try to start it ...
1990 Chevy truck	1/17/2009
Q: I have a problem with the brake light it flashes on & off when I turn on the ignition and continues ... A: If this truck is eqippped with RWAl which it rear wheel anti-lock brakes that is why the lamp may be ...
Poor Heating	1/16/2009
Q: Just wondering how hard it is to change a thermostat on a 2006 sv6 with a 3.5, temp gauge seems to ... A: well first off if the van has less than 36,000 miles and is less than 3 years old it's a warranty ...
Airbag on 94 Pontiac Gran Prix SE	1/16/2009
Q: My husband had to take the steering column apart to replace a part. He wants to know how or what is ... A: This really is not a job for the do it yout selfer. But the system is relativly safe to owrk with. ...
gettig hot	1/16/2009
Q: I have a 1997 ponatic transport and it started going up to the red getting hot within a mile. When I ... A: Well first off make sure the system is full. These are hard to bleed the air out of. there is a ...
2001 Grand Prix Engine runs cold, 160 degrees	1/15/2009
Q: 2001 Grand Prix 3.8 V6 128,000 miles. In the summer it had run about 180 degrees but now that the ... A: Your on the right track. If the coolant is rusty looking it's bad get a product called presone super ...
Grand Prix '01 Acceleration Troubles	1/15/2009
Q: '01 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3.8 engine, 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 125000 miles (This car has a ... A: I would look at a fuel pressure regulator or a leaking injector. If it starts hard 1 of 2 things is ...
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix	1/15/2009
Q: My Heater was working fine in my car,now the fan wont blow. It s not the heater core as it gets hot ... A: The relay for the blower is built into the control module for the motor which is under the dash on ...
96 pontiac grand am	1/14/2009
Q: I just bought this car and sometimes when i start it, i have to give it a little gas in order for ... A: Sorry about that. The throttle plate is in part that allows the air into the engine take the hose ...
96 pontiac grand am	1/14/2009
Q: I just bought this car and sometimes when i start it, i have to give it a little gas in order for ... A: I'm goning to guess this has a V6 engine in it just based on what you say it's doing. I would first ...
engines	1/13/2009
Q: did a 350 engine fit on a 305 transmission. A: Yes depending on the application they did. depending on the car/truck the bolt pattern on the engine ...
1995 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SE - V6-3800 3.8L	1/13/2009
Q: what all do i need to remove the AC Compressor and replace it with a bypass pulley and can i ... A: No special tools to remove the compressor other than a set of metric sockets. Just make sure the ...
95 Bonnevile - defroster not working	1/13/2009
Q: In frosty climate and de-froster just quit. I expect the dashboard control unit is faulty. Is there ... A: which defroster for the windshield or for the rear window? if it's the rear window it can be a lot ...
Electrical Problem with Car Stereo	1/12/2009
Q: I just want to thank you for successfully answering my previous question. I have a 96 Bonneville ... A: Hey Sylvester: well you eithet have a radio that has gone bad or maybe you have a bad conncstion in ...
AC	1/12/2009
Q: My AC compressor makes a pinging noise like a light tap on a cymbal. When I turn the AC on, the ... A: The noise you hear is the compressor clutch. Either the clutch is broken or there is a build up of ...
2004 Grand Am flickering headlights	1/12/2009
Q: I have a 2004 Grand Am which has had a long time issue of the headlights/dash lights flickering on ... A: well First off I would check the basics. MAke sure you have a good strong battery in the car and the ...
Sunbird module location	1/11/2009
Q: 94 Sunbird 2.0 stalled at 65mph. Speedometer went to 100 pinned and remains there. Car will not ... A: Your welcome. But the multi function alarm is not an inpout to the ecm it gets an output from it for ...
Sunbird module location	1/11/2009
Q: 94 Sunbird 2.0 stalled at 65mph. Speedometer went to 100 pinned and remains there. Car will not ... A: The multi-function chime module on that car is under the dash board to the left of the steering ...
91 bonneville fuel pump relay	1/11/2009
Q: Where is the fuel pump relay located on a 91 bonneville SE? I do not see any relays by the glove ... A: The relay I beilev on that car is in the under hood maxi fuse center. They are not labeled on those ...
Turning off engine light	1/10/2009
Q: Have 2007 g6 4 cylinder i know there is nothing wrong with it no error codes. Can you tell me how to ... A: If the serice engine lamp is on there is an issue somewhere. that has to be a code in the engine ...
91 Bonneville stalls	1/10/2009
Q: My son inherited a 91 Bonneville SE, 3.8L with 160,000 miles. It always would occasionally (not ... A: The fact that you monitiored the fuel pressure and it drops down to 15-20 PSI before it stalls is a ...
98 Pontiac Transport Transmission?	1/10/2009
Q: I am not for sure if it is the Transmission or now, I was driving to work doing 55 and the service ... A: well the service engine soon lamp could be from a bad sensor or shift solenoid issue or it could ...
changing a heater core	1/9/2009
Q: i was wondering how hard it was and how. and if they sell repair books on hoe to do it. thanks Shawn A: well it depends on the model of the car/SUV. some are not to bad to do and some a are VERY difficult ...
anti lock brakes	1/9/2009
Q: I'm trying to replace the wire on the rear right wheel for the anti lock brake system on a 2004 ... A: Bad news. You have to remove the complete hub/wheel bearing from the backing plate and axle in order ...
seat belt pretensioner	1/9/2009
Q: 2007 pontiac g6 4cyl I have replaced drivers side airbag, reset module and still getting the service ... A: Yes if both of them are pulled tight and will not retract out of the pillar then you need both of ...
93 Grand Prix	1/8/2009
Q: my 93 grand prix 3.1 se won't stay running. I left it unplugged one night then plugged it in, in the ... A: disconnect the batery again. while disconnected clean the throttle body and throttle plate with ...
2002 Grand Prix Stalls	1/8/2009
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 3.8 with 140,000 miles. I stopped at a stop light and it ... A: An O2 sensor will not cause a stall condition. when it stalled was it while you were stopped or ...
1993 sunbird 2.0 ohc	1/8/2009
Q: the timing belt jumped on the engine i reset the timing belt it ran and sounded good but would die ... A: Even if the timing was off on this "belt wise" it should still have spark. It would have it at the ...
2001 Grand Prix Seat Heater issues	1/7/2009
Q: I have a 2001 Grand Prix GT and my drivers seat heater is working but it sometimes gets too hot and ... A: It soulds like the control module for the heater is sticking on. I wouldn't think it possable for it ...
engine running rough	1/7/2009
Q: A friend has a Pontiac Gran Am Quad4 1998 2.4L. after noticed that the engine was not running right ... A: well those 2 cylinder share an ignition coil. You could have an ignition coil that is bad or an ...
1989 pontiac bonneville	1/7/2009
Q: There is a hollow rattle (loud) coming from the harmonic balancer area so I took the serpentine ... A: Yes the balancers do go bad. There is a rubber insulator ring that hols the hub part of the balancer ...
91 Bonneville stalls	1/6/2009
Q: My son inherited a 91 Bonneville SE, 3.8L with 160,000 miles. It always would occasionally (not ... A: There is really no way to test it untill the car stalls but if it starts right back up then testing ...
1995 Pontiac Firebird	1/6/2009
Q: Where are the freeze plugs located on a 1995 Pontiac Firebird 3.4 L v6? A: They are located along both sides of the engine block and in the rear of the engine behind the ...
Pontiac Bonneville engine fans	1/6/2009
Q: The car is overheating and the engine fans are not coming on, but when I turn the engine off, they ... A: What year is this car and what engine? Are you sure it's overheating and not just the gauge is off? ...
96 sunfire	1/5/2009
Q: When the car is idol she is giving off hot air, but when ièam driving the car getès cold, anyone ... A: Coolant stopper??? Did this problem happen before or after these parts were replaced? Were they ...
96 sunfire	1/5/2009
Q: When the car is idol she is giving off hot air, but when ièam driving the car getès cold, anyone ... A: This car is more than likely low on coolant and that is causing your issue either that or you have a ...
Bonneville stability control	1/4/2009
Q: My 2000 Bonneville SSEI service stability system warning alarm comes on regularly. I've taken it to ... A: Well the stability control system on these cars is pretty complex and on the older ones pleagued ...
Electrical	1/4/2009
Q: 1998 pontiac GTP v6 supercharged. Blowing dashlight fuse. Started to do this intermittently several ... A: I assume it's the interior lamps dimming fuse that is blowing??? If that is the case anything that ...
2004 Pontiac Sunfire	1/4/2009
Q: I am trying to install a after market cruise control and i am having trouble locating a vacuum ... A: Your going to have to get creative here. the newer engines on cars have less and less vacuum hoses. ...
96 sunfire	1/3/2009
Q: the winshield wipers stop in the upright position. What should i do? A: this is a pretty common problem with that car. YOu must live in the cold and snow part of the ...
94 Sunbird stalled	1/3/2009
Q: My 94 sunbird 2.0 with 30K on new crate engine, 134K on car stalled at 65 mph. Speedometer went to ... A: well there is an electrical gremlin in this car somewhere. Start by check all the ground connections ...
seat belt pretensioner	1/3/2009
Q: 2007 pontiac g6 4cyl I have replaced drivers side airbag, reset module and still getting the service ... A: The tretensioner is part of the seat belt retractor. that is the part that the belt come out of not ...
Sunfire Radio Clock	1/2/2009
Q: I purchased a 2005 Pontiac Sunfire and the LCD on the radio is blank. The radio still operates ... A: The radios are not repairable. At the delaer we send the radios out for repair or order an exchange ...
Heater issue 1994 Firebird (chkd the usual)	1/2/2009
Q: Apologies if this has been answered already.I have a 1994 pontiac firebird formula. Heater doesnt ... A: I'm a bit perplexed here. Changing the mode on the HVAC control head shouldn't change the way the ...
92 pontiac grand am	1/2/2009
Q: I have a 2.3 four cylinder,92 pontiac grand am. It startes fine but only runs for a few min until ... A: Well i think you have a tempature issue here but not coolant temp. A coolant temp sensor shouldn't ...
rear brakes seem to lock up	1/1/2009
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (not the Montana)and when I went to back out of a parking spot the ... A: well it's one of a few things. The rear shoes are either water logged from the damp weather or you ...
rough idle when cold	1/1/2009
Q: I have a '92 Buick LeSabre with the 3.8L V6 and 80K miles. The problem is that when the temp drops ... A: Well here are a few other things. The idle control valve is controlled by the computer it's job is a ...
91 Bonneville stalls	12/31/2008
Q: My son inherited a 91 Bonneville SE, 3.8L with 160,000 miles. It always would occasionally (not ... A: The cam sensor will not cause a stall problem. That puts the car isto sequential fule injection. It ...
coolant temp sensor loaction	12/31/2008
Q: I have just replaced the head on my 1995 Pontiac Grand AM 2.3L and I am not sure that the two ... A: No it really doesn't matter they are bost on the hot water side of the thermostat I belive? But the ...
97 pontiac grand prix gt	12/30/2008
Q: i have a 97 pontiac grand prix gt v6 3800 3.8l. it drove fine all day then pulled in front of store ... A: well a p0300 is a random misfire. On this engine it could be a lot of things. If it has a lot of ...
Grand Prix drivetrain questions...	12/30/2008
Q: I have an '02 Grand Prix GT Coupe with 108,000 miles. I have recently had my front left hub ... A: Yes tires will "clean them self's up" eventually. If indeed it's a tire issue. It depends on how bad ...
97 grand am 2.4	12/29/2008
Q: I have I grand am that running great but when u drive it a while and shut it down. You have to wait ... A: Hey Donnie: Wen it will not start does it start then stall and the security lamp come on or start ...
WINDSHIELD WIPERS	12/29/2008
Q: !!!!!!!!!!! A: Well it's going to be either the motor or the switch. Chances are it's the park mechanism inside the ...
Buick Regal heated seats	12/29/2008
Q: 1998 Regal GS 3800 Supercharged. Passenger's heated seat works fine. Relays from both seats work in ... A: No you can't by pass the heater. The hearters on those older cars are part of the seat cover. So ...
code	12/28/2008
Q: 1988 pont bonn. 3.8 i get engine code 22. tps low voltage. replaced the tps, old one was stuck open. ... A: Do you have a scan tool? if so what does the TPS voltage read at idle? These engines should have a ...
Radio / climate control .. stopped working	12/28/2008
Q: i have a 96 Bonneville SE with 280K. Winter is here and the snow is high. I removed the OEM deck ... A: well it can be a bucnch of things. Back track to what you had apart to make sure you didn't unplug ...
stalling	12/28/2008
Q: i have a 2001 Pontiac bonnaville ssei and my problem is that it will randomly stall mostly when I'm ... A: If this only stalls when the car is comming to a stop I would look first and foremost at the idle ...
1995 lummina	12/27/2008
Q: my car i parked it then when i went too start it it would not start.lights come on battery is fully ... A: will if the starter motor just clicks and the battery is fully charged it's either a starter motor ...
Grand Prix drivetrain questions...	12/27/2008
Q: I have an '02 Grand Prix GT Coupe with 108,000 miles. I have recently had my front left hub ... A: : This is a case of he said she said.. My guess is this The Hubs were bad and Yes they go bad on ...
1997 Pontiac Grand Am	12/26/2008
Q: Why is my O2 sensor not reading? Is it because of rich fuel and or faulty fuel pump? A: which O2 sensor is not working on this car? I assume you had it replaced and it's still not ...
pontiac gran prix 2000	12/26/2008
Q: i have put a fuel filter, 3 coils, ignition switch, module, compressor, and battery on this car 2000 ... A: My guess would be a crankshaft position sesnor. That is the main input to the ignition module to ...
96 firebird	12/25/2008
Q: my windows dont want to go up and down can you help also if i dont heat my car up on cold mornings ... A: well as for the windows Both don't work in either direction or they will not go down or up? Can you ...
1996 grand am se	12/25/2008
Q: The exhaust on my Pontiacfell of my engine and I don't know what to do. Can you help me? It looks ... A: What engine is in this car? I'm going to guess a 4 cylinder. If that is the case there is a flex ...
g6 airbag reset	12/24/2008
Q: What codes do I need to know to reset the airbag service soon code? I have replaced airbag, module ... A: I don't know if that will work or not. My gut feeling is NO but you never know. They make the stuff ...
rough idle when cold	12/24/2008
Q: I have a '92 Buick LeSabre with the 3.8L V6 and 80K miles. The problem is that when the temp drops ... A: A few things. depending on which ignition system is on this car that could be the cause. If this has ...
g6 airbag reset	12/24/2008
Q: What codes do I need to know to reset the airbag service soon code? I have replaced airbag, module ... A: I don't think an off brand scan tool will reset the lamp on one of these. You need a GM scan tool ...
Air bag replacement	12/23/2008
Q: My car was in an accident and the air bags deplyed is in necessary to replace the dash in order to ... A: Yes I belive the dash "pad" needs to be replaced on that car as well as all of these parts. Any seat ...
Air bag replacement	12/23/2008
Q: My car was in an accident and the air bags deplyed is in necessary to replace the dash in order to ... A: what model car is this? Some you do and some you don't. Air bags add a HUGE amount to a repair bill ...
2005 Pontiac G6 remote lock button	12/22/2008
Q: I have remote start that came with my 2005 Pontiac G6 and the lock buttons on both of my remotes ... A: Your better off getting 2 new remotes. It's VERY common for the lock buttons to wear out on these ...
windshield wipers won't move	12/22/2008
Q: So I'm typing in random words for my problem and there's an excerpt from another guys problem in ... A: Well if when yout turn the wipers on you hear a clicking sound the motor is running. Then the reason ...
egine misses and injector problems	12/21/2008
Q: recently i have to do a top end rebuild. well close. lifters rods all the gaskets. anyway. i got the ... A: You may have an issue with a vacuum leak these cars have a fule rail that is tricky to put back in. ...
95 pontiac 3.4 engine died	12/21/2008
Q: I have a 95 Pontiac Gran Prix GTP with the 3.4 DOHC engine. It just quit running one day on my ... A: These enginese were noted for timing belts breaking! and especially if they have a ton of miles on ...
ignition/security light	12/20/2008
Q: now the security light flashes/stays on. the car does start but i am worried that i may get stuck ... A: This is not an issue with the tumblers. Now that I know what type of car it is Sort of disreguard ...
ignition/security light	12/20/2008
Q: now the security light flashes/stays on. the car does start but i am worried that i may get stuck ... A: what model car is this? It sounds like the ignition lock housing which is the part that the lock ...
Shifter stuck in park	12/19/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Aztec, the shifter button will not release so shift the vehicle out of park. I have ... A: The fuse to look for for that system is labeled BTSI it's in the under hood fuse box. If that fuse ...
oil pump on 1997 pontiac grand am	12/19/2008
Q: I have a 1997 Pontiac Grand Am with a 3100 engine. The oil pump drive rod does not turn when the ... A: The oil pump is driven the the oil pump drive shaft which is attached to cam shaft. when the cam ...
2002 grand prix gt	12/18/2008
Q: my windshield wiper fluid pump isn't making any sound was wondering if their is a fuse and if not ... A: Hey Tom: More then likley the pump is the culprit. It uses the same fuse as the wipers so if the ...
pontiac heater not working...	12/18/2008
Q: i have a '93 pontiac grand am...v6..3.3L recently since the cold weather settled in...the heater has ... A: well first off I would check to make sure the coolant level is full if not then what happens is the ...
2002 Pontiac heater air flow problem	12/18/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix that occasionally will completely stop blowing air from the heater. ... A: Hey Denny: does this car have manual or automatic climate control. Maening does it have dials or a ...
engine overheating	12/17/2008
Q: I have a 1994 Pontiac transport with a 3.8 L v 6. I have just purchased this van it only has 47,000 ... A: I can't give you a cost for the reapit My job is just to fix em. The labor time I would venture to ...
Surge tank clogged in '00 Grand Am	12/17/2008
Q: The coolant level in my grand am is low. I went to add more coolant but when I poured it into the ... A: if the coolant is low in this there is a leak some where. If it's a v6 engine then I'd look at a ...
Theft Lock on Grand Am	12/16/2008
Q: I turn the key and the theftlock on my pontiac grand am 1997 comes on. it blinks for 10 minutes and ... A: More then likley the ingition lock cylinder housing has failed and every time to try to start the ...
2007 g6 airbag fuses	12/16/2008
Q: 2007 pontiac g6 4cyl I have replaced drivers side airbag, reset module and still getting the service ... A: The bcm on this car is the fuse block in the center console. If the air bag control module was ...
1993 Pontiac Bonneville Brake Light	12/15/2008
Q: My '93 Pontiac Bonneville Brake Light comes on when going around a sharp corner and then a dinging ... A: That lamp is for 2 things. Yes it's for the parking barke and also if the fluid is low in the master ...
2007 g6 airbag fuses	12/15/2008
Q: 2007 pontiac g6 4cyl I have replaced drivers side airbag, reset module and still getting the service ... A: What was the root cause for changing the drivers air bag? Was this car in a collision that deployed ...
car won't start	12/14/2008
Q: 1994 pontiac grand prix turns over no spark. reader says code 82 which is 3x crankshaft position ... A: The 3X sesnor is loacted in the side of the engine block between the transmission and the engine. ...
1997 Firebird	12/14/2008
Q: If I replace the ignition key lock cylinder myself, would it help to pull the air bag fuses? If so, ... A: I do not recomend trying this job your self Like I stated before. Pulling the air bad fuse is not ...
blower motor relay	12/13/2008
Q: i have a 97 Pontiac bonivelle sse 3800 motor, the blower motor was going out on it the shaft that ... A: You didn't mention it so I'm going to assume that if this is an SSE then the car is equipped with ...
key & tumbler	12/13/2008
Q: '97 firebird, 3.8 Litre, I shut the car off & no crank, no start, I have all power & the car will ... A: if it will not crak more then likely it's the factory anti theft sytem that has failed. You can ...
2004 Pontiac Sunfire Cigarette Plug	12/13/2008
Q: My girlfriend has a busted cigarette plug and I'd like to fix it for her. I used to work for ... A: well first oof check the fuse it's more than likely blown it's labeled "cigar" I belive in the fuse ...
Brake Lights	12/12/2008
Q: The brake lights on my 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix are not working. I replaced the bulbs, but they are ... A: well the next thing to do is check all the fuses. there is a fuse block behinf the glove box and one ...
95 bonneville	12/12/2008
Q: i just replaced the fuel pump and the car starts and runs for about 3 sec then dies. if i try to ... A: well first question is you have fuel pressure nor but how much and how much volume. What happens to ...
ABS - 2002 pontiac montana	12/12/2008
Q: ABS light always on. Have had in to garage numerous times to have the ABS fixed. Can't seem to find ... A: do you kinow what the proplem is they have been chasing? what codes are setting? More than likely ...
02' Pontiac Grand Prix Gt	12/11/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Pon Grand Prix automatic, 110,000 miles. This started several days ago it starts up ... A: I doubt it's an o2 sensor if they go bad they shouldn't cause the engine to hesitate and bog down. ...
1994 Olds 88 3800 V6 Engine fuel injected	12/11/2008
Q: This car when engine cold as in overnight cold not just a few hours cold, runs rough as though the ... A: you could have all kinds of things with this. I would start with celaning the throttle body and the ...
98 Sunfire cranks but will not start	12/10/2008
Q: This concerns a 1998 Sunfire with a 2.2 Liter engine. About a month or two ago, I noticed that ... A: Hey Charles: these cars are noted for issues with the ignitions switch. Som much so that they had a ...
'02 Pontiac Montana Rear wheel seized	12/10/2008
Q: I have an '02 Pontiac Montana front wheel drive with a seizing left rear wheel. Just bought a hub ... A: Cool that you can insert pictures, That is the first time anyone has done this and I have answered ...
2001 Firebird V6	12/10/2008
Q: 2001 firebird 3800 v6 Two problems started yesterday, temp gauge dropped to 0 and the fan runs full ... A: well I think these 2 problems are related. The engine temp sensor for the computer in a round about ...
battery drain	12/9/2008
Q: 95 bonneville ssei 3.8L battery goes dead overnight.found draw in 15a fuse located in pass. kick ... A: well I don't have access to wiring diagrams on the net to cars older than 1998 so I can't tell you ...
Turn signal	12/9/2008
Q: Todd. I have a 2003 Grand Am The turn signals quit working however the 4 way switch works and they ... A: The 4 way and turn signals use the same falsher module but their are 2 seperate flashers all in one. ...
1997 Montana chugging bad...	12/8/2008
Q: I have a 1997 Montana with the 3400 V6 that just this evening started chugging really bad. The Check ... A: The O2 sensor is not going to cause a misfire. It can be a result of an injetor that's stuck open ...
inner tie rod	12/7/2008
Q: U helped me out greatly back n march 20 2008 with a no spark no fuel issue. i would like to think ... A: well a few things aftermarket suspension parts are hit and miss! especially from the "big box" parts ...
duplicate keys	12/7/2008
Q: when I put in my car key (duplicate,not gm)it starts up ,then cuts off and security light comes ... A: Hey Earl: it depends of what model and year this is they all have differnt sysytems for the theft ...
1995rand prix	12/7/2008
Q: my question isn't,can i replace my bad 3.4 v6 with a 3100.if so what do i need from the 3100 car and ... A: a 3100 or a 3400 engine should work in this the bolt pattern for the block is the same 3100/3400 and ...
2000 SSEI Trans.	12/6/2008
Q: I used my car several times today and everything was fine. I stopped for gas and it wouldn't go into ... A: No ther is not a sensor to make it go into park. Ther is some sort of a mechanical issue going on ...
1984 Pontiac Fiero Starter issues?	12/6/2008
Q: Hope you can point me in a right direction. I have a 1984 Pontiac Fiero it is 2.5L with an auto ... A: Hey Ian: did the original started do the exact same thing? I know you said all the aftermarket ones ...
heater causes eletrical problems	12/6/2008
Q: D you know what would cause a major voltage drop in a 2004 Pontiac sunfire. Its a basic car no power ... A: You may just have a bad blower motor. If the motor is going bad it may have a bigger draw that ...
1997 Montana chugging bad...	12/5/2008
Q: I have a 1997 Montana with the 3400 V6 that just this evening started chugging really bad. The Check ... A: well if the service engine lamp is flashing it's misfiring bad enough that if you keep driving it it ...
99 GRAND PRIX	12/5/2008
Q: HOW DO YOU UNBOLT THE MOTOR AND ROTATE IT FORWARD TO CHANGE THE SPARK PLUGS AND IS THERE ANY TRICK ... A: No ther really isn't any tricks you almost have to be double jointed in your wrist to reach the rear ...
99 Grand Prix GT-Electrical	12/5/2008
Q: Two problems have recently cropped up with my Grand Prix and I am wondering if they are related. ... A: I don't think they are related, The washer pump has more than likley gone bad usually nothing else ...
2000 pontiac sunfire 2.2	12/4/2008
Q: My daytime running lights are not working, when i put it in drive my warning light flashes and ... A: well first off do the low and high beams work okay on this car? If not that is the first place to ...
heater fan will not blow	12/4/2008
Q: my heater fan will not blow on any four speeds. any ideas ? A: well it can be a few things. I depends on what modle car this is as to what is most common for it to ...
New Car Stereo Problems	12/4/2008
Q: I have a 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. I decided to install a car stereo with a C.D. player. Needless to ... A: I'm lost here. clarify what exactly your trying to do. Are you installing an aftermarket radio/cd ...
91 sunbird convertible	12/3/2008
Q: I have a 91 Sunbird 2-door convert. LE with 2.0 TBI engine, automatic transmission (VIN ... A: I think you have 2 issues here. The stalling at a light is an issue with the trasnmission torque ...
91 Pontiac Firebird won't restart when warm	12/3/2008
Q: I have a 91 Pontiac Firebird that won't restart within an hour after being driven, if you wait 4-5 ... A: what engine is in this car? tbi or multiport injected? Are you sure that it's loosing injector pulse ...
new key	12/3/2008
Q: 2000 Pontiac Montana won't learn new Passkey 3.Followed directions in manual but security light in ... A: I was sort of puzzed when I started to read this then I got to the end an BINGO remote start. that's ...
Pcv and coolant leak	12/2/2008
Q: Hey Todd, I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT. I actually have 2 questions. First where in the ... A: The pcv valve is under the plastic cover where the MAP sensor is on the top of the intake manifold ...
1997 Chev 3500 series Cube Van - Will NOT Shut off/down.	12/1/2008
Q: May I ask why is my 1997 Chev 3500 series Cube Van (176,000 clicks approx.),(gas engine),(350 5.7L) ... A: well it has to be some kind of a power feed issue. Does this have any kind of a aftermarket remote ...
timing cam gear	11/30/2008
Q: I need to know how the timing cam gear comes off of a 1994 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 2.0 OHC i recently blew a ... A: Ther is a mark on the cam gear that will match up with a mark on the rear of the timing cover at ...
2002 Pontiac Sunfire Sunroof	11/30/2008
Q: My sunroof will not close all the way. It opens completely but it will not close, it stays open ... A: Well it's either the motor of the control module for the motor. The motor has what's called soft ...
2002 Grand AM Misfire	11/30/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Grand AM with the 4-cylinder engine. A month ago I experienced a random misfire code ... A: Your welcome. Your one to something with that. Magic spark plugs do not work! If they did the ...
04 pontiac grand am v6	11/29/2008
Q: I have recently put front and back brakes on my car however the abs light is on and the emergency ... A: I think you have a few issues here. The abs lamp and traction control lamps are more than likely ...
2002 Grand AM Misfire	11/29/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Grand AM with the 4-cylinder engine. A month ago I experienced a random misfire code ... A: does this have a 2.2 liter engine? That has one big coil assembly that runs all 4 cylinders. Thsy do ...
Pontiac Grand prix EGR	11/29/2008
Q: On my 97 Grand Prix, 3.1 V6, Got a trouble code #401 EGR valve, said insufficient flow, Bought a ... A: well a few things the flow issue with the egr valve is cause by a plugged or restricted passage ...
water pump 96 grand am	11/28/2008
Q: i am a mechanic by trade and work on a wide variety of vehicles but have never been into a 2.4l.i ... A: There really are no short cuts to this job. You just have to be carefule with the timing marks. ther ...
2005 Grand Prix 3.8L V6 Sedan	11/28/2008
Q: Two weeks ago, I took my car to the dealership to have my cooling system flushed. It got really cold ... A: Well it can be a few things. My first though is the cooling system is low on coolant. it could be ...
Ignition switch	11/28/2008
Q: I have a 1997 Pontiac Grand Am SE with a 2.4L engine. when I stopped the car and turned off the ... A: well it it's more than likely the floor shifter is bad on this car. there is an electrical swithc in ...
3.8 sc conversion	11/27/2008
Q: alright i own a 96 grand prix with a 3.1 in not so good of shape. but i want to swap in the 3.8 sc ... A: I'm sure it can be done but there are a lot of things that you have to do to make it work. These are ...
1994 PONTIAC BONNIVILLE HAS NO INJECTOR PULSE	11/27/2008
Q: I HAVE A 1994 BONNIVILLE WITH ONLY 46,000 MILES IT HAS SAT FOR ABOUT A YEAR.IT HAS ABOUT 40 POUNDS ... A: how did you check for injector pulse? did you use a noid light or a computer safe test light? Or is ...
94 grand prix	11/27/2008
Q: The car wasn't used for at least three months. The turn signals & hazards do not work; no lights ... A: I doubt it's the battery. The t/s and 4 way flashers use 2 different elements on that older car. so ...
power seat/power sliding door	11/26/2008
Q: Why would my power seat and power sliding door quit working in my 98 Pontiac Transport minivan? A: I assume that they quit working at the same time?? If so it's more than likely a circuit breaker ...
98 sunfire oil pan	11/26/2008
Q: i have a 1998 2 Dr Pontiac sunfire 2.2l 5 speed . i need to replace the oil pan .do i need an oil ... A: It depends on what options the car came with. some do and some don't. take a look at the oil pan you ...
1997 Grand Am Window Motor	11/26/2008
Q: I am attempting to replace the window motor/regulator assembly. It appears there are several rivets ... A: yes you have to remove all 5 of them I think hold the regulator and motor to the door. tbe best way ...
1998 sunfire GT	11/25/2008
Q: About 1 month my car had a new starter put in. Before it died the CD player was flashing.When I ... A: well it sounds to me like you have a battery, connection or a low voltage issue with this car. Have ...
2007 stalls	11/25/2008
Q: I have a 2007 grand prix with only 52,000 kms on it. Bought it in August, car worked perfect till ... A: Well first off this car is still under warranty so you will not have to pay to get it fixed. I don't ...
1999 Pontiac GTP Seat Heater	11/24/2008
Q: Both Seat heaters stopped working. Is there a relay? Appreciate any ideas. Thanks A: when you say both seat heaters you mean the drivers side cushion and back or does this car have a ...
how to change a window	11/24/2008
Q: How I can change a passenger widow in a 1997 pontiac sunfire 2 door manual A: well in order to change the window glass you first have to remove the crank handle which you need a ...
2001 Grand Am GT Intake manifold gasket leak	11/23/2008
Q: I already had the intake gasket replaced 3 years ago under warranty. The dealer recently told me I ... A: get it fixed now. If it's leaking coolant outside of the engine chance are it is leaking into the ...
Transmission, Sorry!	11/23/2008
Q: I know you don't have much experience in trasmissions but any information would be helpful. It's a ... A: what do you mean by hesitates? do the shifts take a long time? or when it shifts is it like your ...
grandam overheating	11/23/2008
Q: Our daughters '97 grand am overheats intermittently- we have had it pressure checked by a mechanic ... A: what engine is in this car? if it's a V6 engine they tend to have intake manifold gaskets leak ...
1988 sunbird door glass adjustment	11/22/2008
Q: I have replaced the roller on the power window regulator & the glass front & rear glass slide clips. ... A: There is no adjustment on the regulator on these cars. More than likely the regulator is bent or one ...
Abs Trac lights	11/22/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Pontiac gram am with a 6 cylinder. Here is the problem that I am having, when I start ... A: the lamps is a service vehicle soon and it's lets you know there is an issue with one of the modules ...
2003 gran am	11/22/2008
Q: the key wont turn and the steering wheel is not locked. Can I somehow get it to neutral and start ... A: This is a pretty common issue with these cars. either the tumblers are bound up in the lock cylinder ...
1999 Pontiac GT 3.8L seriesII	11/21/2008
Q: The engine starts and runs well when cold. After going for a short trip of about 5 mi. it will ... A: good question. If the car is running that badly the service engine lamp should come on. It doesn't ...
1993 Pontiac Transport	11/21/2008
Q: My brother has a 1993 Pontiac Transport and the transmission has gone kaput. He has been quoted 1500 ... A: well a few things. $1500.00 is not all that bad a price if it's a complet rebuild. The issue her is ...
00 pontiac montana hesitation/backfire	11/21/2008
Q: I have a 2000 montana that wont run right. it started as an intermittent hesitation or stall. it ... A: what is the fuel pressure? that engine needs about 45 PSI to run. you sais you check the resistance ...
2000 Bonnieville stalls	11/20/2008
Q: My 2000 Belleville (V-6) will idle rough until you hit the gas and get the RPM up pretty high (that ... A: well form what you discribed to me that it dies when you hit the gas makes me think you have some ...
Dash Lights/AC, Heater	11/20/2008
Q: 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix, V6, 3800 Model II. Dash lights are out and AC/Heater does not work ... A: well I think your dash light issue is the dimmer switch next to the head lamps. You said if you play ...
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix Brake Issue	11/20/2008
Q: Everytime i slow to a stop, i hear a loud growling noise coming from my front brakes. It used to be ... A: well it can be a lot of things. First and foremost I'd say you have some sort of a rotor issue where ...
1997 Pontiac Sunfire	11/19/2008
Q: I have a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. I had a new headgasket put in a couple of months ago as car ... A: well if you smell coolant than maybe the heater core in the car is leaking and that is why it was ...
97 Montana Runs great, but stalls shifting out of Park	11/19/2008
Q: My 97 Pontiac montana van 3.4 V6 with 156,000 miles starts easily and runs great,but lately when I ... A: well this is a starnge one. It can be a lot of stuff. The oil level sensor could be bad or a wiring ...
1995 Pontiac Trans Sport TCS fault	11/18/2008
Q: i have a 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport with the 3800 engine. I have the TCS light coming on on the ... A: if you have a scanner are any codes set in the system? usually if a code sets whil the van is moving ...
seat heater control module	11/18/2008
Q: I have a 01 Pontiac Grand Prix, 3.8l V6. I have a drivers side only heated seat that works when i ... A: well it can be either or what you have to do is turn it on and see if you loosing power to the ...
heater blower working intermittently	11/18/2008
Q: We have a 1993 Pontiac Bonneville SSE with Climate Control. Sometimes the blower fan does not blow ... A: well it can be a motor issue, a control module issue or a blower control module issue. You have to ...
Power Window 1998 Pontiac Grand-Am GT 4DR V-6	11/17/2008
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Grand-Am GT 4DR v-6. The power window motor was replaced, and screwed onto ... A: Yes the regulator is bad. The arms on it are bent causing the window to rise and lower on an angle. ...
96 Bonneville Hard Start When Warm	11/17/2008
Q: I have 96 bonneville SE 3.8L with close to 300,000km on it. Iv purchased this vehicle with around ... A: Well it sounds to me like you have a fuel pressure regulator that's leaking fule into the vacuum ...
Electric Door Lock	11/17/2008
Q: Todd, My Pontiac 2002 Montana electric door lock does not lock when I press the lock inside the ... A: well it's more than likely a broken or corroded splice under the right front door sill plate/carpet ...
2003 Grand Am wiper problem	11/16/2008
Q: Todd, I have a 2003 Grand Am 4 door sedan, 2.2 4 - cylinder, with wipers that will not park (drop ... A: what do they do when you turn them off. do the stop where they are when youturn off the switch do ...
1997 Bonneville SSE Headlights	11/16/2008
Q: My inteirior headlight switch no longer manually controls my headlights in the day or night. My ... A: well it can be a few things. That car has a sensor in the dash that sees the darkness and tells the ...
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 6 cyl	11/16/2008
Q: About once a week when I start my car it will idle up then back down and cut off? A: a few things. I don't know where you live but if you live in a cold climate area this can be an ...
dual climate control	11/15/2008
Q: The dual climate control in my 98 grand prix when turned to heat blows out cold on the drivers and ... A: well it can be a few things. does the temp flash on the head when you turn it on? If so the control ...
knock sensor location	11/15/2008
Q: I have a 99 grand am with a 2.4L, 4 banger. I need to change out the knock sensor. I know its ... A: well it depends on which version of the engine you have. with or without a EGR valve. they are ...
1995 Pontiac Bonneville	11/15/2008
Q: My 1995 Bonneville will start sometimes, but other times it starts but check engine, traction off, ... A: Well it seems like you have a low voltage issue here either from a bad connection or a loose ...
2004 grand am	11/14/2008
Q: I was attempting to fix my window clips when my battery went dead. The radio started clicking ... A: I think the radio may have broken due to a low voltage condition or a voltage spike when you jump ...
1996 Pontiac Sun Fire	11/14/2008
Q: The cigarette lighter stopped working. Is it easily repaired or do I need to bite the bullet and ... A: well first off check to see if the fuse blew more than likely that's what happened. I think the fuse ...
blower fan switch	11/14/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Pontiac Montana. The blower fan doesn't work and 1/3 of the LED on the radio is dim. ... A: These 2 things are not related even know you said they happened at the same time. the led's in the ...
Headlight sensor on dash	11/13/2008
Q: is there an easy way to access the headlight sensor for the headlights that is mounted under the ... A: Hey Jack: well it depends on what year and model car you have. as a rule most od the car the piece ...
1997 Sunfire	11/13/2008
Q: My 1997 Sunfire will not start. I have noticed a number of electrical problems going on lately, ie: ... A: well it sounds like you have some sort of an anftermarket alaram system on this car or a remote ...
2002 Grand Am overheating	11/12/2008
Q: A friend's '99 Grand Am had a 2002 3.4 liter F.I. V-6 with 50,000 miles on it installed in 2003. ... A: either one of those proceedures will work to bleed out the air. I usually do this leave the bleeder ...
2002 Grand Am overheating	11/12/2008
Q: A friend's '99 Grand Am had a 2002 3.4 liter F.I. V-6 with 50,000 miles on it installed in 2003. ... A: well a few things these engines are hard to bleed the air out of as you already noted. The ...
cooling system problem	11/12/2008
Q: 1994 grand am se 2.3 quad 4, I had to many problem, change head gasket, thermostate last year, then ... A: I agree with the possable thermostat issue more than the heater core but you never know. Also those ...
Instrument Cluster	11/11/2008
Q: I have a 1996 Pontiac grand am se with a 3.1 liter motor. My instrument cluster went dead on me ... A: well it could be a few things. Your either missing power,ground or serial data. the ground and power ...
Mice in 1997 Grand Prix GT	11/11/2008
Q: Any suggestions for where mice might be entering or how to keep them out. Getting repeat nests in ... A: They get in through the air inlet door for the heater and a/c system. the only I dea I have is there ...
92 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.1 L - Stalling Problems	11/11/2008
Q: Hey, Todd. You've answered by questions before and have always been right, so in my darkest hour - I ... A: You car needs an Idle relearn proceedure. do this. disconnect the battery again. get some carb ...
Temperature/Engine Problems	11/10/2008
Q: I have a 98 Pontiac Grand Prix GT w/ 3800 engine. I just had both the intake manifold & thermostat ... A: well a guess would be that the upper intake manifold plenium is warped and the coolant is leaking ...
Power door locks inop	11/10/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Chevy Suburban. The door locks do not work when using the door panel rocker switch or ... A: Yes there is a relay that runs the actautors but chances are that that is not the issue. Usually ...
Heat	11/10/2008
Q: 1997 Pontiac Bonneville SSE 3800 non-super charge. It has the auto temp control unit. The HVAC ... A: do not bypass the cooling fans if you for get to turn them on you'll cook the engine of if the ...
Rear brake drums	11/9/2008
Q: Puccio. I hope you can answer a question about rear brakes/drums. 1998 Buick Century. I know you're ... A: well it's hard to say what was cauing the noise in the first place it could have just been a build ...
2000 pontiac bonneville ssei eractic idle	11/9/2008
Q: When I start up my 2000 Pontiac Bonneville SSEI it idles real rough and erractic between 1500 and ... A: well this can be a bunch of issues. My first though is a vacuum leak. how does it run hot? erratic ...
Heat	11/9/2008
Q: 1997 Pontiac Bonneville SSE 3800 non-super charge. It has the auto temp control unit. The HVAC ... A: Well with thes older auto climate control systems were VERY hard to figure out what was wrong with ...
'01 Pontiac Sunfire DRLs	11/8/2008
Q: When I place my '01 Sunfire in drive my DRL's flash 5-6 times, the service light comes on and the ... A: I doubt it's a bcm. more than likely you have a wiring issue in the forward lamp harness on this ...
96 pontiac grand am 2.4 ltr.	11/8/2008
Q: i have been trying to fix my grand am for quite some time. it runs fine but when you start to go ... A: No that will not cause the issue at least it shouldn't. if it only misfires under a heavy load I ...
2002 Pontiac Montana FWD	11/7/2008
Q: Interior lights will not come on and also the door unlock button will not work, the lock button ... A: I think you have to seperate issues with this van. First off the dooor locks more thna likely you ...
'89 Bonneville Cold Driveability	11/7/2008
Q: I have an '89 Bonneville LE, 3800 Vin C,132K miles. For the past 2 weeks it starts fine, but the ... A: Yes an idel control valve will cause an idle surge cold but not an issue when your driving down the ...
92 Pontiac Grand Am 2.2L bad compression	11/6/2008
Q: i am about to dig into my sisters car to figure what the problem is. The car doesnt start at all... ... A: well what ever cylinder is low on compression try this first get a compression gauge and see exactly ...
PONTIAC THEFT SYSTEM	11/6/2008
Q: I REPLACED THE BATTERY CABLES AND THEN THE CAR WOULD START BUT NOT STAY STARTED THE THEFT SYSTEM ... A: What year and model car is this? does it have an anftermarket alarm system or remote starter ...
2003 sunfire misfire	11/6/2008
Q: My 2003 sunfire developed a misfire with engine light blinking. I changed the spark plugs and ... A: Well the cylinder that had no compression at all is the cylinder with the misfire I would have to ...
Miss Fire	11/5/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Pontiac grand am with the 2.4 Quad engine. I first had a slight miss fire in the #4 ... A: You said you replaced the coil tower?? Do you mean the plastic cover that the coils sit in? If not ...
Heater A/C Control Lights	11/5/2008
Q: Is it possible to replace the lights on the heater a/c control unit in a 1999 Sunfire? The unit ... A: yes I belive so I think that you can replace just the bulbs for that control head. It's just a ...
'89 Bonneville Cold Driveability	11/4/2008
Q: I have an '89 Bonneville LE, 3800 Vin C,132K miles. For the past 2 weeks it starts fine, but the ... A: What style inginion coil(s) does this car have is it one beig coil for all 6 cylinders or does it ...
Gm door window jumps track	11/4/2008
Q: I have a 1995 buick regal. I replaced the window moter, but it keeps jumping track, I'm at my wits ... A: is this a 2 dor or 4 door regal? The 2 doors are more apt to jump the tracks. What shape was the ...
2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi	11/4/2008
Q: Just notices a coolant leek near the drivers side rear of the engine block. Appears to be coming ... A: More than likely what is leaking is the seals between the super charger and the lower intake ...
93 Firebid flow - through ventilation	11/3/2008
Q: I need to know how flow through ventilation works and heating and A/C on 1993 Pontiac Firebirds as ... A: No you can't turn it off. what is it is a sfety feature to allow fresh air into the car while ...
struts on 2000 sunfire	11/3/2008
Q: i was wondering how you change the struts on the back of a 2000 pontiac sunfire. and what i need, i ... A: Ther are a lot of steps to do this job. And I don't want to skip any telling you hopw to do the ...
struts on 2000 sunfire	11/3/2008
Q: i was wondering how you change the struts on the back of a 2000 pontiac sunfire. and what i need, i ... A: No special tools needed other than light duty strut spring compressors to hold the spring in place ...
2003 pontiac montana	11/2/2008
Q: i have a 2003 pontiac montana 3.4l sometimes when hot it cranks over more times than normal to ... A: Hey Tyler: well this can be a lot of things. My first guess would be a fuel pressure issue maning ...
2003 pontiac sunfire	11/2/2008
Q: the high beam headlights are not working .the drls indicator flash,s on in the dash and the wrench ... A: This is a VERY common issue with these cars. It has one or more splices in the forward lamp harness ...
1997 Pontiac Transport	11/2/2008
Q: The radiator cooling fans are not working A: well a few things to check. make sure the fuses are good in the underhood fuse block. you can also ...
anti-theft	11/1/2008
Q: i got a new ignition lock housing but the anti-theft doesnt whant to turen off and the car will die ... A: You have to learn the new lock housing to the car. disconncect the battery and and let it sit for a ...
sludge/grit in radiator	11/1/2008
Q: 97 grand prix GTP 3800 super charged--4 years ago flushed radiator at GM dealership due to brown ... A: Yes this is a problem! If it's not addressed it will effect the cooling system in the car. You can ...
Supercharger Boost Gauge	11/1/2008
Q: 2003 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi, 3800 engine. The boost gauge indicates just off the peg negative at ... A: if the needle moves the supercharger is working. I assume the belt hasn't come off the super ...
keeps blowing fuses	10/31/2008
Q: i put a new blower motor in my 2006 pont. montana and when i turn the key on it blows a fuse even ... A: well if the fuse only blows when the fan is tuned on then there is a short between one of the speeds ...
FIERO	10/31/2008
Q: I KNOW YOU SAID NOTHING OLDER THAN A 90 BUT IT'S ELECTRICAL SO HERE GOES. AN 84 4 CYL. FIERO, ITOOK ... A: You replaced a TPS? If this started after the TPS was replaced My guess it either it's the wrong one ...
Automatic Locks	10/31/2008
Q: My automatic locks do not work is there a fuse that I have to replace? ANSWER: Hi Robert: what ... A: Try this: Programmable automatic power door locks are intended to provide enhanced security and ...
HEATER FAN	10/30/2008
Q: i have just bought a 1998 grand prix GTP and it came with no heater fan so we got a new one and ... A: I assume that this car has auto climate control control? If so that has a blower motor control ...
problem sunfire gt baterie light	10/30/2008
Q: 4l 98. In august i change my battery so now i have i brand new one I also hange my alternator cuz ... A: well it can be a few things. My first thought is if the garage is using aftermerket parts that ...
1997 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3800 V-6	10/29/2008
Q: o.k. when i start my car it starts o.k. but give it 30 seconds, then the rpm's start to race, ... A: well it could be a few things, either a vacuum leak some where of the control of the idle control ...
anti-theff	10/29/2008
Q: I have a 1998 pontiac sunfire with the anti-theff light on, it will run only a few sec. and it will ... A: The most likely cause for this is the ignition lock housing. ther is a sensor in there that goes bad ...
coolant leak	10/29/2008
Q: 95 bonneville 3800, I'm getting coolant in my intake plenum. So with a plate bolted to seal the ... A: usually the issue is with the upper plenuim on these cars the plastic warps and the coolant leaks ...
wont start	10/28/2008
Q: 98 grand am 2.4 started to stop running when coming to stop,now it wont even start,any idea A: well my first guess would be a fuel pump as to why it will not stay running when it dies does it run ...
van does not start	10/28/2008
Q: for about a month the check engine light was on the comp diagnostic showed a problem w #1 fuel ... A: Well it's not the alternator as to why it will not start. It may be the reson the battery was dead ...
bonniville overdrive problems	10/27/2008
Q: I own a 95 bonniville with the supercharged 3800 moter. The problem is when the car warms up it will ... A: ; well this car has an electric shift transmission. it could be soemthing as simple as a shift ...
Power steering.	10/27/2008
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Firebird it is a 6 cyl. with upgrades to the engine. The other day i was ... A: well it can be a few things.first thing to check to see if if the pump drive shaft broke. take off ...
1991 grand prix gtp wont start 3.4l v6 dohc	10/27/2008
Q: i turn it over and over,nothing happens i hear the fuel pump working theres no spark ,people say its ... A: Well it can be a bunch of things. Fist off see if the engine has spark you can get a spark tester ...
heater power	10/26/2008
Q: I have no power to heater fan switch. fan ok w/jumper. ground ok. fuses ok. replaced relay for ... A: well a few things to check you said you have no power at the fan switch it's self and the fuses are ...
97 grand am electrical problem	10/26/2008
Q: Hey Todd, I am trying to fix my sisters Grand Am. When she gets in to start to the car sometimes ... A: wel if it's strictly and "no crank" issue then yes it' a issue with the "crank" circuit. If the car ...
1995 pontiac grand prix se rear left brake lock up	10/26/2008
Q: I have a problem with my 1995 grand prix se. It has sat in my driveway for over 8 months. now the ... A: Did you replace the complete caliper assembly on this car meaning the piston part and the bridge ...
turn sgnal	10/25/2008
Q: we have a 1993 pontiac grand prix le. 3.1 liter engine. the turn signal lights stay on . why is this ... A: is the lamp on constantly or does it flash constantly? If it's just on steady it can be a few things ...
97 grand am quad 4	10/25/2008
Q: what could happin to it if i just drove it untill i found parts to fix it? thank yo so much please ... A: If you have any kind of a chain issue with this car DO NOT DRIVE IT! if the chain jumps it will bend ...
van does not start	10/25/2008
Q: for about a month the check engine light was on the comp diagnostic showed a problem w #1 fuel ... A: What year van is this I assume it's a Montana van? When you say it will not start? Does it crank but ...
car troubles	10/24/2008
Q: I have a 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix SE its a 3.1 and its lacking power and I'm not sure how because it ... A: well it can be a lot of things it doesn't have to be an engine mechanical issue unless it cropped up ...
please help me	10/24/2008
Q: i have a 1995 pontiac sunfire gt quad 4. we put in rebuilt engine and car ran fine and then one day ... A: well it can be a bunch of things. the p0507 code is for engine idle control. meaning the engine is ...
2001 grand am 3.4 l	10/24/2008
Q: My Abs lite and trac off and service vehicle lit keep coming on. Since this started happening the ... A: well I don't know what the 2 have to do with each other. No Service engine soon lamp on? If you had ...
Follow up questions	10/23/2008
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Bonneville with about 220k miles. For the last several months the engine ... A: Well a "fits" all converter "may" work and then again it may not. the engine computer is the only ...
97 gran dam theft system problems	10/23/2008
Q: i have a 1997 pontiac gran dam. one day i had parked if for about 5 mins went back out and tried to ... A: Your right it is the factory tehft system. More than likley the snsor in the ingnition lock ...
brakes	10/23/2008
Q: How do you remove the wheel cylinder on 96 Grand Am from between the wheel hub and brake spring ... A: Your right it's tight! in order to make it easier youy have to loosen the bolts that hold the hub ...
miss fire #4 99 gran am 4cyl	10/22/2008
Q: hi i have a 99 grand am 4 cyl when checking the code was getting misfire # 4 also getting like smoke ... A: well if yout getteing raw gas out the exhaust it's not firing in the cylinder. Either your lacking ...
2000 Grand Am GT flasher problem	10/22/2008
Q: if you can help me with this please, would be great. I have a similar problem as here, but not ... A: well it can be one or the other meaning the turn signal switch can be bad and usually what happens ...
2001 Oldsmobile Aztek	10/22/2008
Q: My trunk will not open, the actual key & the trunk release in the car, plus the remote will not work ... A: well it can be a few things wronf with this. The first thing that comes to mind is the body control ...
1994 Grand Am Coupe	10/21/2008
Q: I had driven my car and it stalled and wouldn't start even though it would turn over. So a mechanic ... A: well it can be a few things either the engine is not "breathing" right maning it has an exhaust ...
No Heat!	10/21/2008
Q: I have a 1994 Pontiac Transport. Recently it has stopped giving heat no matter how long it runs. The ... A: Well it can be a few trhings. Either the van is low on coolant due to a leak from something like a ...
tranny fluid level	10/21/2008
Q: how do you check the transmission fluid level in a 2000 sunfire with the 2.2L and 4-speed automatic. ... A: the engine and transmission have to be warm and ther is a witness plug on the transmission on the ...
2008 Pontiac G6 3.5L V6 Won't Start	10/20/2008
Q: I was driving my car and it stalled while driving. After pulling over, it started again, but when I ... A: well it can be just about anthing. Yes it can be the radio doubtful but you never know. GM's stand ...
wiper short	10/20/2008
Q: the wiper will make a swipe across the windshield for no reason IM sure its a short but I dont know ... A: what year and model car is this? It depends on what model car as to what way I would look at this ...
1998 Pontiac Transport Temp Spike	10/19/2008
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Transport with the 3400 SFI engine. Shortly after driving the vehicle the ... A: well it sound to me right now that It's low on coolant. That is a sight of temp spikes. But why is ...
2001 pontiac gran am gt	10/19/2008
Q: I have been told i have a pcv hose broken at a oil change place can you tell me where to look for it ... A: The pcv tube is right on the front of the engine. It's on the top of the front valve cover and it ...
1994 Trans Am electircal or engine problem?	10/19/2008
Q: My husband owns a 1994 Trans Am with 94,000 kms on it. Last year we had problems with the car. We ... A: These cars were noted for distributor issues. It has what was called an opti spark system. If any ...
96 pontiac sunfire #2 clylinder misfire	10/18/2008
Q: I have a problem with the check engine light on so i have changed the plugs wire and ignition coil ... A: well a few things to check. check compression in the cylinder with a compression gauge and see what ...
1991 Pontiac Sunbird	10/18/2008
Q: HUUUUUGE question for you, Todd. I have my 1991 Pontiac Sunbird, whose clutch is slipping BAD, but I ... A: No the engine doesn't have to come out you can take the transmission out of the car and leave the ...
2001 Pontiac GrandAM 3.4 V6	10/17/2008
Q: My car makes a squealing noise when I begin to accelerate. Also it does not shift properly. Going up ... A: Well the squeeking could be the belt or something that the belt is driving is making the belt ...
wierd smell	10/17/2008
Q: hey, ive got a 2000 pontiac sunfire GT with a 2.4L twim cam, everytime i start the car i get a ... A: well it can be a few things. if it's black smoke it's a over fueling issue like injectors that are ...
All the warning lights are going off	10/17/2008
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Supercharger, 3.8 V8 recently all the warning lights are going ... A: well to give you an exact answr I would need to know what type of trouble codes are stored in the ...
Brake light on dash	10/16/2008
Q: hey i have a 95 Pontiac bonnieville sse and my brake light on my dash keeps lighting up on my dash ... A: Hey Stephen: I assume your talking about the RED warning light? Not an ABS lamp??? If it's the red ...
2005 Grand Am 3400 wont turn over	10/16/2008
Q: No prior symptoms . Battery is full charged, no help adding jump box. Jumped at starter with key ... A: does this have a security lamp on or lamp that is flashing? This car has a factory anti-theft system ...
pontiac sunfire no start	10/16/2008
Q: my gf's car the Pontiac sunfire i believe a 1999 just recently stopped working like it cuts out some ... A: well it can be a few things. It can have some kind of a draw on the battery that it making the ...
key wont come out of the ignition	10/15/2008
Q: i have a 98 grand am 3.1l v6 and some times the ignition key wony come out of the callam and some ... A: well it can be a few things. I assume the key will not turn all the way back to the off position and ...
Fuel system	10/15/2008
Q: I have a 1998 Pontiac Transport Montana (3.1 liter engine). The van idles erratic and likes to stall ... A: It's more than likley not a fule pressure issue youwould have issue running down the road rather ...
Engine	10/14/2008
Q: Can you tell me what type of engine I can get to replace a Quad 4 DOHC for a 1995 Pontiac Grand AM ... A: No nothing will cross over with that. It has to be that engine or nothing. That year was a strange ...
95 grand prix Starts then Dies will not run	10/14/2008
Q: I working on a 95 grand prix That has some problems, Ist the car will not turn over with the key ... A: well you have to see what your missing as to why it will not stay running. that engine needs about ...
P0300 Random Misfire 2003 3.1L Grand Prix SE	10/13/2008
Q: My wife's pontiac has a p0300 misfire code. Swapped coil packs, spark plugs and even fuel injectors. ... A: well a p0300 is a random misfire meaning the engine is misfiring but not bad enough to the engine ...
speedometer	10/13/2008
Q: I have a 2004 Pontiac GrandAm GT and the speedometer is 20 mph over the actual speed. It reads 90 ... A: well first off does this car have the original size tires on it? if not that will thropw off the ...
2005 grand prix interior fan won't turn off.	10/13/2008
Q: Todd, thanks for any time you have to read and respond to below. specific model 2005 pontiac grand ... A: Hey paul: the blower motor control module is bad for fan. the control module is right next to the ...
electric isse 97 bonneville	10/12/2008
Q: my 1997 bonneville has started an electrical issue...when i hit the brake the speedometer needle ... A: Hey Rich: well I think you have an issue here with a bad groud or power feed. What's happening is ...
Locks	10/12/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Grand Am with V-6 engine. Recently my locks have been coming unlocked while driving ... A: does this car have an aftermarket alarm/remote starter on it? This is a really strange problem that ...
Grand AM GT 2000	10/11/2008
Q: MY LOW COOLENT LIGHT CAME ON AND MY CAR STOP SO I PUT SOME COOLENT IN MY CAR AND IT STARTED RIGHT ... A: well first off the low coolant light came on did the car overheat? If so it could have done all ...
engine coolant temperature sensor	10/11/2008
Q: I have a 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.1 liter and am wondering where the engine coolant temp. sensor ... A: I believe that car uses the engine control sensor for the fans as well. That engine actaully has 2 ...
1993 grand am 4 cyl. SOHC	10/11/2008
Q: My car won't start it just cranks if you let it sit for a couple of hours you get one little pop ... A: well it's one of a few things. does the car have spark when your cranking it? If not you changed ...
LIGHT MOTOR/VS SWITCH	10/10/2008
Q: I HIT THE UNLOCK KEYLESS ENTRY/LIGHTS GO UP, THEN DOWN AND MAKES A RUNNING NOISE, AT NIGHT USING ... A: You didn't mention this but I figure this is a Firebird? what ever motor is making the nise is the ...
Oil Pressure drop	10/10/2008
Q: I bought a 1900 pontiac 6000 le with the 3.1 engine in it off a older ladie who didnt drive it alot ... A: well it's one of 2 things. either the engine is wore out causing the low oil pressure or the guage ...
94 sunburd 2,0 miss fires	10/9/2008
Q: This car misses as if it has some wires crossed (seems to be only cylinders 2 and 3) and throws a ... A: hey doug: well that 19 code is a clue to what is going on here. that is a crank sensor code. the ...
2001 buick valve knock	10/9/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Buick Century with a 3.4l engine. It developed a knock a while back. With the help ... A: if it "pings" did you try a tank of premium fuel in it to see if it goes away or it's better?
Your answers	10/9/2008
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Bonneville with about 220k miles. For the last several months the engine ... A: well with that many miles it could be just about anything. but a few other things to check are a ...
fuel line	10/8/2008
Q: 1995 3.8 fuel line (the one on the firewall side of the engine) had a small but powerful hole ... A: what type model car is this? Bonneville? The transition from platic to steel is under the car. if ...
2001 GRAND AM GT1 SEDAN ODOMETER ISSUE	10/8/2008
Q: 2001 GRAND AM GT1 SEDAN. 96,250 MILES. DROVE HOME TODAY ON INTERSTATE AND NOTICED THAT MY ODOMETER ... A: well if everything else on the dash is working okay meaning the speedo and the gauges then I would ...
Broken Bolt	10/7/2008
Q: While removing the starter for my 2002 Pontiac Sunfire 4 door, the bolt that holds the starter in ... A: where do you live? If you have the bolt size then you should be able to find what you need. NAPA ...
1994 Pontiac Grand Prix SE, 2 Door	10/6/2008
Q: My Drivers side door won't open from the outside or the inside. What can be the problem ? Thanks, ... A: the door latch more than liekly seized up or bound up. the 2 doors were more noted for then then the ...
1993 Pontiac Grand Am	10/6/2008
Q: My driver side power won't go up or down, can I replace the motor myself? Meaning, is it simple to ... A: this is a pretty in depth job that requires removinr the rindow regulator which is the part that ...
pontiac grand am	10/5/2008
Q: I am working on a 2004 pontiac grand am and I have a no dash lights and fog lights, everything else ... A: does this car have a sun roof? If so I would take a look at the fuse box on the right side of the ...
Head gasket	10/5/2008
Q: How do I replace the head gaskets on the 3400 SFI V6 Front Wheel Drive Engine for the Pontiac Grand ... A: There are far far to many steps for me to list here on how to do this job the right way. I would get ...
Dual Zone Climate Controls	10/4/2008
Q: I have a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8L with the Dual Zone Climate Controls. When both the fan ... A: I think this is normal for it to be on but I can't be too sure. basically when you have it on auto ...
Jerking/Lurching Van	10/4/2008
Q: 2000 pontiac montana minivan 3.4 V6- The van has started jerking and lurching at 40 mph and gets ... A: well I would say that you either have a bad crankshaft position sensor or the harness between the ...
AC Compressor	10/4/2008
Q: how do i replace the AC Compressor clutch bearing on a 1998 buick skylark A: It can be done buy you need special tools to do the job. some of the big box parts stores will rent ...
1998 Pontiac Transport Montana	10/3/2008
Q: Drive vehicle 5 miles, turn engine off try to start won't start. Let set for an hour, starts right ... A: has any service engine lamp come on? If so start there if not they you have to do some more diffing. ...
92 sunbird no spark	10/3/2008
Q: i replaced the head gasket in my 92 sunbird, 2 litre ohc, and i am not getting a spark. i replaced ... A: well without seeing it it's hard to say. maybe you left something un hooked like one of the ...
91 firebird wont stay running	10/3/2008
Q: when i try to crank the car, i have pump the gas peddle alot to get the car to stay running. it is a ... A: Have you checked the fuel pressure when it's doing this? It may be low on pressure. I think that ...
speedometer cable	10/2/2008
Q: the car I have a question about is a 1994 Pontiac Bonneville, 3.8L Fuel injection. Automatic ... A: that car has an electric speedo no cable. does the cruis control work if equipped? If so then I ...
2002 Grand AM Engine quit like running out of gas	10/2/2008
Q: I have a 2002 grand am with a 3.4L engine. The low oil light comes on at different times and the oil ... A: I don't think these 2 issues are related. It more then likley has a oil level sensor in the pan that ...
2001 grandprix	10/2/2008
Q: I have 2001 grandprix that has a display on the dash that monitors gas mileage and other things like ... A: Sounds like you either have a power or ground issue going on. Either a loose connecting one of the ...
Computer indicates bad EGR but light still comes on after new EGR	10/1/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Bonneville that has the service engine light on. My mechanic checked it and it ... A: Well it depends on what the code is for. If it has a code for pintel position of the valve there is ...
Pontiac Grand Prix - Park Lock won't engage	10/1/2008
Q: You stated that you don't have much transmission experience- but you might still be able to help me: ... A: well if the transmission will not "hold" in park something inside the transmission is bent or ...
Power steering	9/30/2008
Q: My '02 Grand Prix turns fine to the right but just overnight the left turns have gotten extremely ... A: sounds to me like the steering gear is leaking internally and that is why you are having issues ...
1995 Pontiac Bonneville 3.8 Fuel Injected	9/30/2008
Q: This car has been pampered and has 133,000 miles when I took it over from a family member. I noticed ... A: well you threw everthing but the kitchen sink at this.. What is the code that is turning the lamp on ...
99 GTP control unit light flashing	9/30/2008
Q: The display/light on the control unit - that shows the "seat" and the direction of where the a/c or ... A: Most of those #'s are jibberish but the 05 and 02 #'s are codes the 05 is for a LH temp door ...
02 Chevy Express 2500 5.7L V8	9/29/2008
Q: I was hoping you might be able to help me out with this Chevy van but totally understand if you're ... A: well if it's a ticking nosie and not a knocking noise it's top end meaning valve train noise like a ...
1995 Pontiac Grand Am	9/29/2008
Q: Our 1995 Pontiac Gran Am has been diagnosed with the passlock system failure by the dealer. ... A: Yes those work but they have a pretty high failure rate. and if they are not intslled right they ...
Hello	9/29/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix. 3.1 liter (3100 seris) with a 4T60E Trans. I am leaking coolant ... A: well it can be a few things coolant does flow through the timing cover so it could ahve a bad gasket ...
1992 grand prix	9/28/2008
Q: i got a 1992 grand prix with the 3.4 what do you think about this motor every one is telling me to ... A: Hey Wayne: No the original 3.4 liter engien in that car was a limited production double over head ...
Spark plugs for 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix	9/28/2008
Q: How do you change spark plugs and wires on a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix, V-6, 3.8 liter? I cannot seem ... A: The wires are easy enough to change just pull them off one ata time from the coil and the spark plug ...
pontiac grand am	9/28/2008
Q: will not start but has spark & getting gas what can i do ? A: well a few things what year and engine is this car? If it's a newer one the reason it may not start ...
Changing rear rotors on a 1998 Grand Prix	9/27/2008
Q: This is the first time I ever owned a car with rear rotors before and now that it's time to do a ... A: Hey Chuck: No usually you can get the rotors off with out having any issue with the parking brake. ...
pontiac grand am 1993 abs brake hot	9/27/2008
Q: sir, i have 1993 pontiac grand am 4cyl ABS brake that front right brake intermittently gets hot and ... A: here is what I would do. first off make sure the area where the pads sit in on the steering knuckle ...
2000 Grand Am lurching/hesitating in high gear	9/27/2008
Q: I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1, 3.4L V6. My car has recently started lurching/hesitating when I ... A: When it happens does the tacometer jump all over of does it stay steady that is assuming it has a ...
ignition switch	9/26/2008
Q: took my 2003 grand am to a store came out and the key won't turn in the ignition and idea? its a ... A: Well if it will not turn you can try tapping on the end of the key while turning the key that may ...
Firebird 3.8 5 spd surges, chugs, lugs	9/26/2008
Q: My '99 Firebird 3.8 5spd surges, chugs, or lugs at low speed and lacks power generally. The SES ... A: well it can be a lot of things. that engine is noted for fuel injectors plugging up. try a can of ...
Car engine won't turn over	9/25/2008
Q: I have a 99 Pontiac Bonneville. I turn the key and all I get is a clacking sound...basically the car ... A: well the clicking you hear is the starter solenoid for the starter motor. if that is clicking ...
Pontiac Grand Prix Air conditioning problem	9/25/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Pontiac grand prix, 3.8L V6 3800 series. I have not checked the temperature of the air ... A: You either have a bad ground connection or a bad power feed and when you turn on the headlamps it's ...
transmission	9/24/2008
Q: sir: my daughter just got a 1992 Pontiac Trans Am with a six cylinder, automatic. the problem is ... A: Well first off when you say it will not shift into 3'rd gear what happens? does it hang in 2'nd or ...
loss of power	9/24/2008
Q: i drive a 1991 pontiac sunbird LE. it has about 200229 miles on it now. problem is strong fuel ... A: well first off does this have a service engine soon light on? If sop start there. if not it sould ...
clutch fluid leak	9/24/2008
Q: Our 1999 Pontiac Sunfire requires us to fill the clutch fluid every 2 days. There is fluid on the ... A: well if it's leaking fluid out onto the ground either a line is leaking of the "slave" cylinder on ...
pontiac montana 1999 tail lights	9/23/2008
Q: First, let me thank you for providing this service. You helped us out in July with a mass air flow ... A: I like repeat business :) well those vans have issues with the tail lamp circuit boards burning ...
Sunfire Problem	9/23/2008
Q: I noticed you dont specialize in transmission problems; however I'm not entirely sure I'm having a ... A: well it can be the TV cable or the governer in the trasnmission sticking. They both control up ...
firebird	9/23/2008
Q: i have a 93 firebird the trans will not upshift it will not shift out of 1st gear .....can you ... A: Well it depends on what engine and transmission is in this car. right around 93/94 they went to a ...
Pontiac Fiero Steering Column	9/22/2008
Q: I have a very loose steering column in a 1988 Fiero Formula, I honestly don't know where to go with ... A: does this have a tilt column? if so I assume the top half of the column is loose not the whole ...
Transmission Fluid Change	9/22/2008
Q: I own a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am, four cylinder automobile. My car has approximately 80,000 miles on ... A: I'm a FIRM beliver that the fluid should be changed/flushed ever 30,000 miles. with that many miles ...
Pontiac Grand Am air bags	9/22/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am that was in a minor accident and the air bags blew. I was thinking of ... A: Tyhe other parts you will need are the front impact sensor out on the body of the car and also what ...
99 GTP control unit light flashing	9/21/2008
Q: The display/light on the control unit - that shows the "seat" and the direction of where the a/c or ... A: Hey Rich: The flashin light indicates a fault in the system. Either a sensor or a tempature ...
96 pontiac grand am starts cuts off, all dash lights on	9/20/2008
Q: i have a 1996 pontiac grand am gt with the 3.1 engine. I've had problems recently with the car ... A: Well I thionk you have a few issues here. A secuirty system issue and maybe a bad connection. These ...
1990 Buick Rivera	9/20/2008
Q: where can I get my 1990 Buick Rivera instrument panel (digital) sent to get fixed? I have it out of ... A: I don't know of any places in Canada that fixes them. The dealer I work for uses 2 placed to repair ...
1998 Grand Am SE 3.1 V6	9/19/2008
Q: There is two things the first is I cant remove the key unless I use the override button under the ... A: as for the key issue more than likely the shifter assembly is bad there is a switch in the shifter ...
1988 PONTIAC GRAND AM 2.3L QUAD 4 DIES WHILE DRIVING	9/19/2008
Q: WHILE DRIVING HOME THE CAR DIES. WAIT FOR ABOUT AN 1 HOUR CAR WILL RESTART RUNS FOR ABOUT 20M ... A: Hey Ron: My guess would be a crank shaft sensor. if you have no spark and no injector pulse it's ...
99 sunfire	9/19/2008
Q: when i start my sunfire when its been sitting for several hours or longer, it will shake for a ... A: You got me on the gringing noise It can be just about anything. But as for the hard start after ...
gas in oil	9/18/2008
Q: went to change oil and it had the look of like water in the oil but smelled like gas also notice ... A: How does it run? if it's running bad then I would suspect some sort of over fueling issue like an ...
fuel pump	9/18/2008
Q: I have a 96 grand prix gtp (with swap to 3.1 liter) the car does not get spark or fuel. I am trying ... A: Hey Josh: well if you are getting power to the pump that's good how about a good ground to it? if ...
Whining Noise from Engine	9/17/2008
Q: I have a 1993 Pontiac Transport - 3.8 litre engine with over 203000 miles on it. Recently, a whining ... A: well processof eliminationto find the issue. take off the serpantine belt and see if the noise is ...
2000 G.P. gt magnasteer rack	9/16/2008
Q: lost power steering. replaced pump didn't help! 1. Could the rack malfunction due to an error in ... A: if you unplug the steering gear electrical connector it should hve full assist. if not the issue is ...
2002 Bonneville rumbling noise	9/16/2008
Q: I am experiencing a rumbling sound when driving my 2002 Bonneville. At first I thought it may have ... A: try this when your driving and the noise is at it's worst just turn the steering wheel a bit to the ...
1998 grand prix radio display lights	9/15/2008
Q: The radio display lights and the steering wheel illumination lights for the radio controls do not ... A: The lamps in the steering wheel controls burn out and are not replaceable. if all the other back ...
1998 grand prix heat/ac blower	9/15/2008
Q: The blower does not change from the floor to the other vents or to the defrost. The fan controls ... A: the switching of the modes is done by vacuum. either the vacuum source to the back of the control ...
Anti-freeze smell	9/15/2008
Q: I have a 1997 grand prix gt 3.8 liter (no supercharged) and I it starts to get very HOT when i am ... A: That gunk on the cap is an additive in the cooling system it's a brown color. and if the system is ...
1990 pontiac firebird help!!	9/14/2008
Q: Okay I just bought this firebird for 1000 so far I've replaced all sparks and wires, distrubitor, ... A: Well as far as the white smoke it's more than likely steam from a leaking intake manifold gasket or ...
1990 pontiac firebird help!!	9/14/2008
Q: Okay I just bought this firebird for 1000 so far I've replaced all sparks and wires, distrubitor, ... A: What engine is in this a V6 or V8? If the transmission will not shift into 3'rd gear and the ...
pontaic trans am 82 5.0 tb	9/13/2008
Q: I have changed my fuel pump and relay but I'm still not getting gas to the fuel injectors .What is ... A: Does the fuel pump run when you turn the key on? Can you hear it run when the key is turned on and ...
1997 pontiac grand am se	9/13/2008
Q: when i put the key in to start it turns only until the lights on the dash come on and radio but wont ... A: Anything is possable. But if that were the case I would look at a few things from that repair. A ...
1997 pontiac grand am se	9/12/2008
Q: when i put the key in to start it turns only until the lights on the dash come on and radio but wont ... A: It can be a lot of things from an ignition switch to a bad neutral safety switch on the transmission ...
1996 Pontiac Grand Am 4 cyl thermostat replacement proceedure	9/12/2008
Q: How do you change the thermostat on a 1996 Pontiac gRAND aM 4 cylinder? A: The thermostat is on the back side of the engine by the fire wall under the water pump. you have to ...
engine swap	9/11/2008
Q: todd, we have a 95 grand am se with a blown 2.3L. We aren't having any luck finding a replacement. ... A: That is an odd breed. No a V6 will not fit for a lor of reasons. The computer and wiring is ...
Voltage	9/10/2008
Q: 1994 Pontiac Bonneville SE The voltage meter fluctuates between 14 and about 10 (Triggering the ... A: I would startby checking the voltage at the battery. if it mirrors what the gauge reads then it's a ...
2002 Pontiac Montana overheating	9/10/2008
Q: I have changed the thermostat and it still overheats. I also replaced the water pump. When it ... A: well it could be a few things. you couls have had a bad thermostat to start with or it was low on ...
alarm	9/9/2008
Q: I have a 2001 pontiac aztek and I cant get my alarm to blink....I just bought the car and anything ... A: does the keyless entry work on the car? lock/unlock the doors? If not then I would start looking ...
dome light	9/9/2008
Q: what causes a dome light to illuminate when the car is stopping? 01 grnd am A: I would start looking at the door jam switches or one of the switchs on the door lock assemblies. If ...
2.2 lopes at idle	9/8/2008
Q: I have a 96 S10 pickup that has a fast lope at idle,I've checked the map,the iac,tps,I was wondering ... A: No not really but if the engine has a vacuum leak or someone messed with the idle stop screw this ...
97 Grand Am Timing chain	9/8/2008
Q: I bought this car needing a water pump replaced. I drove it a short distance before tearing it down ... A: this is normal if you do not have the correct size pins to put in the hole the other gear is not ...
98 Pontiac Bonneville pressure sensor	9/8/2008
Q: The pressure senor in my car looks melted along with the unit that it sits in. My 18 year old son ... A: well yes that plastic piece that the sensor sits in seals off the vaccume from the engine. If that ...
steering shaft grease kit	9/7/2008
Q: 2004 Grand Prix GTP 3.8 s/c - There is a little bit of play in the steering wheel and a slight ... A: if you are going to keep this car do not greas it because it's just a band aid it will make noise ...
1999 bonneville	9/7/2008
Q: the car will die driving down the road, the power locks and windows and fuel pump do not work, after ... A: Yup Your exactly right! There is a splice pack under left front sill plate. that splice pack ...
clock & radio light out	9/6/2008
Q: I have the same issue with a 1997 Pontiac Gran Prix SE that you answered for a 03. You said that at ... A: It works like this the price for a new radio is astrtinomical from GM. so we get them fro man ...
transmission repairs	9/6/2008
Q: I have a 92 bonnevile I want to know why when i step on the gas it wont catch second gear, but if u ... A: It's not a transmission mount issue there is internal damage and slipage going on in the ...
Main Bearings 3.1	9/6/2008
Q: About a year ago a blown head gasket dumped coolant into the pan of my 95 Grand Am 3.1. I replaced ... A: Hey Jim: To do the job right the engine should be pulled you cna replace the rod and main bearings ...
'04 grand prix sun roof	9/5/2008
Q: Passenger sun visor and above is wet. Sunroof appears to be closed all the way. Any ideas?? A: All sunroofs leak! under the roof there is a gutter to catch any that gets past the seal on the ...
97 gran prix gt maf sensor code	9/5/2008
Q: todd i have a 97 pont gran prix 3.8 non supercharged.the wife ran into a puddle and the check engine ... A: MAf sensors are pretty common on these cars however that code is a performance code meaning the ...
1994 Pontiac Bonneville's headlights remain on after turning ignition off.	9/5/2008
Q: I have a 1994 Pontiac Bonneville that after driving and turning the ignition off, the headlights ... A: That is where it is from 1996 and up. On the older ones it's in the dash board on the left side of ...
1997 Sunfire	9/4/2008
Q: I left with my car this morning to go to work and when I came to leave a few hours later I had ... A: I would suspect an issue with a bad connection at the battery. either a corrosion problem on one of ...
96 Bonneville Ignition coil	9/4/2008
Q: First of all thanks for reading this! I got a 96 Pontiac Bonneville SE 3.8l which i bought half a ... A: if the fuel economy is so bad it's because the cylinders that are firing are working harder than ...
1997 gm 2.4 liter water out let	9/3/2008
Q: I own a 1997 Pontiac sunfire with a 2.4 dohc engine. The problem is I can not find a good quality ... A: Yes the parts does suck! the orignal equipment part on those I belive is plastic. and belive it or ...
1997 Bonneville Climate Control	9/3/2008
Q: I have a 1997 Bonneville SSEI and noticed the temperature started flashing when i started the car. ... A: On those systems you an't do a button push to get the codes outof the system. Even if you could it ...
pontiac sunfire 2000 trunlk lock	9/2/2008
Q: my key won't turn the lock...the cable is not broken or disconnected. i do not have remote key nor ... A: Well a few things you can try. If the lock is seized and will not turn with the key spray in a ...
2002 3.8 grand am gt	9/2/2008
Q: 94000 miles put a code reader on it, and it says it misfiring on all six cylenders. only seems to ... A: well tyhe easy part first you blew a fuse when you installed the radio. there is a power feed to the ...
Blower Motor on 2001 Bonneville	9/1/2008
Q: Todd: My blower motor "rumbles" when I turn it up. I suspect a mouse nest in it. How do I get to ... A: it's under the dash on the right side of the car. remove the cover the dash on the right side below ...
1997 Bonneville SSE 3.8 Dies and stalls and will re-start	9/1/2008
Q: I have the above car and it does the following: when the temp gauge reaches 215 to 220 it will ... A: Well it seems heat related for sure and ther is no over heat kill. and actaully 220 is on the cool ...
96 grand am GT Disable DRL's	9/1/2008
Q: I hate these lights how can i disconnect them correctly. I dont want to do a rig job. A: They are a safety feature that is part of the car's equipment. You should be getting a insurance ...
1997 grandprix gtp	8/31/2008
Q: first, car start and idle for 2 to 4 seconds and quit, the code was a PO102, so I replaced the MAF ... A: with out the aid of a scan tool to see what is going on with this it's hard to say for sure what the ...
spark plug seized up	8/31/2008
Q: I am trying to removing my spark plugs on my 1995 pontiac sunfire L4 2.2L VIN 4 but I am having ... A: Try a different spark plug socket one that is longer or shorther that has a universal on it so you ...
Pontiac repair	8/30/2008
Q: Advertisement You are here: Experts > Home/Garden > Auto Repair > Pontiac Repair > ... A: it' pretty easy on this van. remove the panel on the right side of the dashbaord under the glove box ...
auto parts	8/30/2008
Q: i have a 1996 Pontiac firebird with a 3800 V6. It has an irregular idle and its not steady, with low ... A: wel first off I'd look at the low oild pressure first and foremost. Get a mechanical gauge and put ...
spark plug wires	8/30/2008
Q: I am trying to removing my spark plugs on my 1995 pontiac sunfire L4 2.2L VIN 4 but I am having ... A: Are you trying to replace the wires like the heading on the question stated or the spark plugs them ...
Car Sucks	8/29/2008
Q: My car is a 2002 pontiac bonniville 3.8 W/o turbo i replaced the heads the gaskits the upper and ... A: Well it's one of 2 things. Either you are missing the o-ring seal under the pcv valve in the upper ...
pontiac sunfire 2000- 2.2 engine	8/29/2008
Q: I owe you one if you can help me. My problem is not with the power steering pump but the belt ... A: Hey Bobby: Here is the proceedure right out of the service manual: Sorry the pictures will not cut ...
2004 sunfire starting problem	8/28/2008
Q: Okay my sunfire battery light came on in the dash during the drive to work. Went to work and started ... A: The battery lamp on the dash means that the alternator is not charging the battery back up. 9 out of ...
2000 pontiac wipers	8/28/2008
Q: how do you get the wipers off of a 2000 Pontiac grand prix v6 A: do you want to get off the blades or the wiper arms off the car? The bldes can ne trickey depending ...
98 pontiac transport	8/28/2008
Q: My transport was running fine, went to the gas station to get gas, went to start it, it would not ... A: Well the obvious gusee would be a bad fuel pump but it could be just about anything. when you crank ...
1994 Pontiac Bonneville's headlights remain on after turning ignition off.	8/27/2008
Q: I have a 1994 Pontiac Bonneville that after driving and turning the ignition off, the headlights ... A: Hey Gregg: No you don't have to remove the heater box to gain access to that lamp module. There is ...
noise	8/27/2008
Q: when a/c unit is off on my 2000 pontiac sunfire gt auto transmission, a weird grinding type noise is ... A: My my guess is that the a/c compressor clutch has gone bad or rotted out and the springs on the ...
ENGINE	8/27/2008
Q: My Bonneville engine locked up, but i was able to unlock it by turning the bottom crank. Is it true ... A: My bet it this locked up when you tried to start it up after sitting for a while??? If so then yes ...
grand am choke	8/26/2008
Q: while driving the car all of a sudden stopped receiving gas,so i disconnected something from a round ... A: That part is the MAF sesnor which is short for Mass Air flow sensor it measures the amount and mass ...
grand am choke	8/26/2008
Q: while driving the car all of a sudden stopped receiving gas,so i disconnected something from a round ... A: well first off no grand am has a choke. They are all fuel injected and no fuel injected car has one ...
2004 Grand Prix Turn Signal Issues	8/26/2008
Q: I think there is something going on with my car's turn signals. The computer tells me that the ... A: It can be a few things. first off turn on the 4 way flashers and walk around the car and comapir the ...
1997 Grand Prix	8/25/2008
Q: I am having a problem with the shifter getting stuck in the parking position. I have found that ... A: Yes the issue you have is with the BTSI solenoid in the shifter. that stands for brake transmission ...
1999 pontiac transport,rear hatch	8/24/2008
Q: can not get hatch to open ,how do i get it open with out braking something .thank-you A: well yout goig to have to break something to get the lift gate open. You will need to remove the ...
Brake master cylinder	8/24/2008
Q: To: donotreply@allexperts.com From: hniekoop@scarlet.nl Re: Brake master cylinder Delco Moraine ... A: It can be done but by the time you convert it back to an non abs system you will more thna likely be ...
95 grand am	8/24/2008
Q: i have a 95 grand am with 122,000 miles. the abs light is always on and my check oil light comes and ... A: well the abs light can a any number of things from a bad wheel speed sesnor to an abs motor assembly ...
91 Grand Am missing on 1&4	8/23/2008
Q: 2.3 L DOHC. I have replaced the ICM and the PCM, both coils are good. All 4 fuel injectors are ... A: My first guess would have been the coil housing was bad. But if that didn't do it then either the ...
Timing chain for 96 sunfire	8/23/2008
Q: I have a 96 sunfire with a 2.2L. It needs a new timing chain. Is this an interference engine? I ... A: Yes this is an interference engine so if the chani broke while the engine was running you more than ...
air conditioner fan moter	8/23/2008
Q: my air conditioner fan moter under the dash will not come on i replaced relay still nothing i was ... A: what model car is this? If if didn't work and you wiggled the wires on the motor and it would come ...
Brake master cylinder	8/22/2008
Q: To: donotreply@allexperts.com From: hniekoop@scarlet.nl Re: Brake master cylinder Delco Moraine ... A: These cylinders are VERY VERY touchey. I do not recommend trying to rebuild it your self and I ...
climate control on 98 grand prix gt	8/22/2008
Q: how do I switch the read out from metric to english on the climati control read out 1998 grand prix ... A: Very stange! I havn't ever heard of that before. What wire was disconnected? You dodn't answer my ...
slight jerk	8/22/2008
Q: I have a 2002 grand prix SE with a 3.1 L V-6. I have started to notice a slight jerk while driving, ... A: It can be a few things. It can be a slight miss fire due to a lean condition and that on top of the ...
1996 pontiac grand prix se-v6	8/21/2008
Q: Co worker's car will not start periodically. All lights, radio, horn, etc. work but will not turn ... A: wiee it vcan be a bunch of things. when it will not start do yoi hear the starter motor click? If ...
grand am se 2000 stalling problem.	8/21/2008
Q: the car starts stalling at 2000 rpm in idle and when we get to 30 mph it will spotter and die. will ... A: You issue is not with an Oxygen sensor. It's VERY rare that that sensor would cause a stalling ...
2003 sunfire	8/21/2008
Q: when i turn the air on in the car, air only comes out of pass. vent the center and drivers side is ... A: well if it's a vacuum issue most of the time the modes will not change and the air will either come ...
Radiator Fan fuse 1 & 6 blowing	8/20/2008
Q: I saw ur post of the ac blower fan resistor. My daughters 99 Grand Prix does the same, only blows on ... A: I think you have 2 issues here. It's un likely the resistor for the blower motor is causing that ...
Pontiac Grand Am Se	8/20/2008
Q: I have a 93 Pontiac Grand Am Se with a quad 4 engine. I am having a problem with it running and ... A: Well if it runs on starter fluid the the issue here is fuel related. either delivery or volume. The ...
Sunfire Radio	8/20/2008
Q: The display on my 2005 Sunfire is dim on the right side, do you know how to get the buttons off to ... A: Your right one of the led's is more than likely blown out or it has a bad connection to the display. ...