What to do if your GMC Sonoma dies?
The module plug at the key assy, remove plug and clean contacts, that should do it. In the mean while try this, turn key to run, shift into neutral, then start, might work. I have a gmc sonoma that i will be driving and then all of a sudden will jerk and sputter and at times will die.
Is there a problem with my Sonoma ZR2?
I have a similar problem with a 2003 Sonoma Zr2. After reading some of the responses it might be a worn wire in the steering column from the ignition switch. I could be the ignition switch i have a 98 S10 4banger that had the same problem.
Why does my Sonoma S15 stall and die?
I have a 98 sonoma ( 4 cyl.) that runs great and strong going down the road but when I stop and start to take off it bogs down and dies, It will start back up in 5 to 10 mins. and will run good for several days and then it will die again . I have been told that it is the 3rd cycl.
What kind of engine does a 1995 Sonoma have?
I’ve got a 1995 Sonoma with the 2.2 and it suddenly quit while I was driving on the interstate at about 70 mph. I got it home via AAA and found I had plenty of fuel pump pressure as well as spark.
Can a bad throttle position sensor cause idle surging?
Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges. 3) Check Engine Light
What does it mean when your car throttles up while driving?
In these cases, the TPS isn’t providing the right input, the onboard computer cannot direct the engine to work properly. When the car accelerates while driving, it usually means the butterfly valve inside the throttle has closed up and pops open suddenly when the driver presses on the accelerator.
What causes idle surges on a car ECM?
Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges.
Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges. 3) Check Engine Light
How long does it take for GM throttle body to relearn?
If you don’t do a relearn procedure, the PCM will “hunt” for a new baseline idle. It will eventually learn it on its own, but it may take over a week of driving, during which time you will experience high and low idle speeds and possibly rough idle. 1) Start the engine and let it idle in park for 3 minutes.
How to do throttle body re-Learn Chevy Malibu?
1) Start the engine and let it idle in park for 3 minutes. During that period the idle may be higher idle than normal. 2) After 3 minutes, turn the engine off and leave it off for 60- seconds. 3) Start the engine again and let it idle in park for 3 minutes one more time. During these run periods you may see a check engine light.
What can a bad solenoid do to a car?
A bad or failing solenoid may cause the vehicle to experience hard or erratic shifting when slowing down or coming to a stop. 2. Late shifting Another common symptom of a problem with the downshift solenoid is a vehicle that experiences late downshifting.
Where was the 2001 GMC Sonoma for sale?
No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. 1st owner purchased on 02/27/02 and owned in IL until 04/01/02 • 2nd owner purchased on 04/01/02 and owned in IL until 10/07/02 • 3rd owner purchased on 10/07/02 and owned in WI until .
When was the last time I serviced my GMC Sonoma?
Last serviced at 90,808 miles in San Antonio, TX on 02/28/07 • Vehicle serviced. Accident reported. 1st owner purchased on 10/07/02 and owned in TX until 10/10/07 • 2nd owner purchased on 12/18/07 and owned in TX until 07/04/13 • 3rd owner purchased on 08/19/13 and owned in TX until .
How many miles does a GMC Sonoma have?
Mileage: 163,425 miles Body Type: Pickup Color: White Engine: 4 Cyl 2.2 L No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. 1st owner purchased on 06/07/01 and owned in MI until 10/16/01 • 2nd owner purchased on 03/25/02 and owned in WI until 10/05/15 • 3rd owner purchased on 10/05/15 and owned in MN until .
Is there a problem with my Sonoma V6?
Ok, I have V6 in my 2000gmc sonoma that will not crank when attempting to start. The dash lights up, under the dash clicks (normal sounds) are there, under the fuse box relays click as well but no sound at all coming from solenoid or starter.
Why is my Sonoma S15 not starting properly?
No warnings, like sputtering, or misfiring sounds, just suddenly wasn’t there. From that he was now pretty sure it was the trucks computer, and when I told him that the first time we did a engine diagnostic the fuse that let the computers talk was missing, he became certain that it was the computer.
Why does my Chevy S10 not start in the Cold?
If the truck has sat for more than 24 hours in the cold it wont start. It turns over fine, it has fuel pressure, i can smell unburned fuel from the exhaust pipe. I’ll try to start it for a few days with no luck.
What are common reasons my GMC Sonoma won’t start?
What are common reasons my GMC Sonoma won’t start? While there are a variety of reasons your GMC Sonoma won’t start, the most common 3 are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter. How is a no-start diagnosis fixed?
Ok, I have V6 in my 2000gmc sonoma that will not crank when attempting to start. The dash lights up, under the dash clicks (normal sounds) are there, under the fuse box relays click as well but no sound at all coming from solenoid or starter.
If the truck has sat for more than 24 hours in the cold it wont start. It turns over fine, it has fuel pressure, i can smell unburned fuel from the exhaust pipe. I’ll try to start it for a few days with no luck.
Why does my truck not start in the Cold?
If the truck has sat for more than 24 hours in the cold it wont start. It turns over fine, it has fuel pressure, i can smell unburned fuel from the exhaust pipe. I’ll try to start it for a few days with no luck. Then it will fire right up on the first try some three days later with no effort other than turning the key.
Why does my 1999 Chevy S10 not start?
That truck is known for ignition switch failure, not the key one but the electrical switch at the lower column. 1999 Chevy S-10 PU 4.3 ltr. engine, won’t start when wet, once it dries out and the weather clears it will start. We’ve replaced cap, rotor, plugs, fuel pump and fuel injectors.
What kind of power loss does a 1999 Chevy S-10 have?
Well on the power loss. That truck is known for ignition switch failure, not the key one but the electrical switch at the lower column. 1999 Chevy S-10 PU 4.3 ltr. engine, won’t start when wet, once it dries out and the weather clears it will start. We’ve replaced cap, rotor, plugs, fuel pump and fuel injectors.
Why does my Chevy S10 not start when wet?
That truck is known for ignition switch failure, not the key one but the electrical switch at the lower column. 1999 Chevy S-10 PU 4.3 ltr. engine, won’t start when wet, once it dries out and the weather clears it will start. We’ve replaced cap, rotor, plugs, fuel pump and fuel injectors. Check engine code of P0300 (random misfire).
Why does the emergency brake light stay on on an 89 GMC?
I experienced a similar problem with an 89 GMC full-size, turned out to be a leaky rear wheel cylinder causing the RABS valve pick up on the pressure imbalance. If you don’t have RABS then it sounds like something with your proportioning valve.
What is the yellow light on a GM starter interrupt?
In this article, we are concentrating on factory-installed GM starter interrupt systems. This type of anti-theft system is designed to prevent the vehicle from starting unless the correct ignition key is used. These systems used a dash-mounted “security” or “theft” light which can be yellow or red in color.
When does the Toyota Corolla security light go off?
If nothing happens or the engine starts and dies, the security light will be flashing. Wait ten minutes. The flashing light should go off or illuminate without flashing. When it does, turn the ignition off, wait twenty seconds, and then try to start the engine.
The module plug at the key assy, remove plug and clean contacts, that should do it. In the mean while try this, turn key to run, shift into neutral, then start, might work. I have a gmc sonoma that i will be driving and then all of a sudden will jerk and sputter and at times will die.
I have a similar problem with a 2003 Sonoma Zr2. After reading some of the responses it might be a worn wire in the steering column from the ignition switch. I could be the ignition switch i have a 98 S10 4banger that had the same problem.
I have a 98 sonoma ( 4 cyl.) that runs great and strong going down the road but when I stop and start to take off it bogs down and dies, It will start back up in 5 to 10 mins. and will run good for several days and then it will die again . I have been told that it is the 3rd cycl.
What should I do if my GMC S15 dies?
After it dies, it is very hard to restart unless it is left alone and cools a bit. If the IAC is unplugged, the engine will run at high idle fine. When plugged back in, the correct idle resumes and it may run a few seconds or a minute before it dies. I am getting fuel to the injectors.
Why does my GMC S15 die at high idle?
Recently my truck has began to die when coming back down to idle. In looking at the fuel injection, I can see the injectors stop injecting fuel. After it dies, it is very hard to restart unless it is left alone and cools a bit. If the IAC is unplugged, the engine will run at high idle fine.
After it dies, it is very hard to restart unless it is left alone and cools a bit. If the IAC is unplugged, the engine will run at high idle fine. When plugged back in, the correct idle resumes and it may run a few seconds or a minute before it dies. I am getting fuel to the injectors.
Recently my truck has began to die when coming back down to idle. In looking at the fuel injection, I can see the injectors stop injecting fuel. After it dies, it is very hard to restart unless it is left alone and cools a bit. If the IAC is unplugged, the engine will run at high idle fine.