2001 GMC Sonoma gurgling noise

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Jul 072016
 

2001 GMC SonomaHave gurgling noise when I shut off engine. Temp gauge shows no sign of overheating. No steam or leaking! Plz help?

RESPONSE

This can happen when the coolant mixture is mostly water. First thing to do would be to check the radiator coolant level and the overflow level. If it is low, look for a leak and repair. Then retest and see if it still has the gurgling noise.

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If the coolant level is full, there is a possibility that some of the engine compression is getting into the system. You can connect a coolant system pressure tester and start the engine. You will notice an increase in pressure well over the normal 17 – 21 lbs.

91 gmc s10

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Jun 032016
 

1991 Chevy s10Transmission completely went out. Bought a transmission from wrecking yard, worked great for 10 miles. In the morning the speed cable was leaking transmission fluid really bad. Stopped shifting out of first. Filled fluid and it still wont shift up from first and started shifting hard. If I repair leak will it start shifting?

RESPONSE

No. Buying a used transmission is a gamble. It is like getting your hands on the original transmission just 10 miles before it went out on you. And they usually do not carry any type of warranty.

I recommend a re-manufactured engines and transmissions that comes with a parts and labor warranty.

Interior Lighting 2008 GMC Sierra

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Jun 032016
 

2008 GMC SierraInterior lights will not come on when opening the door on driver’s side. The other doors work properly. What is wrong with the interior lighting?

RESPONSE

Most likely reason would be the driver’s door latch assembly is faulty and or the wiring harness or connection at the door latch.

Courtesy/Illuminated Entry Lamps

 The courtesy/illuminated entry lamps, may be manually turned ON or OFF by placing the interior lamp switch in the ON or OFF position. If an outside door handle is lifted and a door is opened, the courtesy/illuminated entry lamps illuminate. After all the doors have been closed the courtesy/illuminated entry lamps will remain illuminated approximately 15 seconds. The body control module (BCM) will then turn them OFF through the theater dimming feature. The courtesy/illuminated entry lamps will also turn ON prior to any door being opened, and remain illuminated approximately 40 seconds when the driver removes the ignition key. When the driver places the dome lamp defeat switch in the OFF position, the courtesy/illuminated entry lamps will be disabled.

The BCM and the door modules communicate through the GMLAN serial data circuit for the lamp illumination commands of the door switch signals. The left and right rear door latch switches are both on one circuit that is also an input to the BCM.

The left and right front door courtesy lamps (if equipped) receive voltage and ground from the driver door switch and the passenger door switch respectively. The remaining courtesy lamps are controlled and receive voltage from the BCM. Voltage for the courtesy lamp supply voltage circuit is from the INT LTS fuse in the instrument panel fuse block.

2008 GMC Sierra interior lighting wiring diagram

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gmc 1996 serria1500

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May 042016
 

1996 GMC 1500my truck wont start when its cold but everything electrical comes on… what is wrong?

RESPONSE

Most likely reason would be the battery is weak or bad connections at the battery including corrosion. The next time it will not start check for battery positive at the “S” terminal on the starter while someone holds the ignition key in “START”. If you see battery voltage and have a good ground, replace the starter. If not trace back to see where you lost battery positive.

Use the wiring diagram provided to help narrow down the issue.

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Paddle shifter GMC Terrain

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Apr 262016
 

2010 GMC TerrainPaddle shifter won’t work on my 2010 GMC Terrain slt 6cyl.. Whats the cause and repair?

 

RESPONSE

The paddle shifter utilizes the up and down switches that sends signals to the body control module(BCM). Could be any part of the circuit. The switches, the BCM, the wiring harness or as simple as a fuse. Each will need to be checked to determine the exact cause before the repair can be made. Of course it would be great if it was just a blown fuse causing all the issues so be sure to check that first.

Paddle Shifter Wiring Diagram

Use the wiring diagram provided to trace the wiring harness and gain a better understanding of how the switches signal the transmission through the BCM.

paddle shifter wiring diagram

Camshaft sensor low voltage 2000 GMC Sierra 4.8L

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Feb 172016
 

2000 GMC Sierra
The code reader says camshaft position sensor low voltage. I’ve had issues the last few months with it being hard to start and stalling on occasion I put my code reader on it. I have replaced both crank and cam sensors. Problem still exists. Ive checked what I could as per why the camshaft sensor low voltage comes up and now I’m stumped.

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RESPONSE

Code P0342 – Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

Camshaft sensor low voltage possible causes

  • Faulty Camshaft Position Sensor
  • Camshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Camshaft Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty starter motor
  • Starting system circuit
  • Dead (Weak) battery

Camshaft sensor low voltage possible symptoms

Camshaft sensor low voltage related symptoms

The following symptoms can be caused by intermittent wiring connections or faulty signal to the EMS:

  • Extended crank time with a cold engine
  • Intermittent rough running
  • Unstable idle
  • Bucking
  • Hesitation
  • Stumble
  • Chuggle
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Stalling on acceleration

Camshaft sensor low voltage operation

Engine Management Systems (EMS) use the camshaft position sensor to manage sequential fuel injection and as part of misfire diagnosis. The EMS constantly monitors the number of pulses on the signal circuit. The EMS compares the number of camshaft sensor reference pulses and the number of crankshaft position sensor reference pulses received. If the EMS receives an incorrect number of pulses, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) should be stored in the EMS. Some engine management systems will then default to multi-port or “gang-fire” injector operation. The camshaft position sensor signal is required to sequence the injector operation to the proper cylinder timing. If the camshaft position sensor or circuit is faulty most engines will start. The EMS misfire diagnostic will likely be affected.

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– Camshaft Position Sensor CMP

95 gmc jimmy

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Dec 222015
 

1995-gmc-jimmy-2 3 shops have looked at it. I replace the spider injectors, fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel pressure regulator, spark plugs, wires, distributor rotor, MAP sensor, throttle position sensor. Ideals great push gas it acts like it starved for gas. 3Rd shop wants to put a more expensive fuel pump on it. Do you think this will help?

2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Denali

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Dec 182015
 

2011-gmc-denali
My USB port does not work on the truck. When I took the radio out of the truck, there is a mini USB male hanging out of the harness, but no plug in for the USB on the back of the radio. Is this not the radio/navy that came in it? Whoever owned it before me spliced into all sorts of wires and obviously had an aftermarket system. What should I do to get the USB working. Is there a wiring harness with the USB on it or am I just up the creek?

95 gmc jimmy

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Dec 142015
 

1995-gmc-jimmy
What would make it startup and idle fine but when push gas it starts missing real bad? I have replaced the fuel filter, fuel pump,fuel pressure regulator, MAP sensor, spider injectors and throttle body sensor

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