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What does limp mode do on a Chevy Silverado?

What does limp mode do on a Chevy Silverado? Limp mode is something that a transmission will do to protect itself from catastrophic failure. For the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra (which’ll have a 4L60E or 4L80E) it’s going to make the transmission run in third gear when in drive, with an option to downshift it into first gear. The good news is that fuses are super inexpensive. Where is the transmission fuse on a Chevy Silverado? The transmission fuse for the GMT800 Silverado is located under the hood right next to the battery. You may want to check and...
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Does anyone have experience troubleshooting the C6 convertible power top?

Does anyone have experience troubleshooting the C6 convertible power top? Does anyone have experience troubleshooting the C6 convertible power top? My 2005 will retract and then stops about half way. It sounds like it is still trying to work, but it won't retract further. If anyone has access to a trouble shooting guide or has first hand experience, I would appreciate the help. What causes a convertible top to move slowly? Convertible top moving very slowly. Often caused by a weak lift cylinder. It can also be caused by binding or convertible motor failure. If a convertible system may seem...
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What does Chevy K5 mean?

What does Chevy K5 mean? Keep It Simple An Introduction: The First Generation Chevrolet K5 Blazer When asked by people who do not know what this means we tell them it's an acronym that stands for “Keep It Simple”. When does a 2001 Blazer start to bog down? I have a 2001 Blazer, last week as I was climbing a hill I attempted to accelerate and heard a "pop" and my engine started to bog down. Over this last week the bogging down has got progressively worse but only happens when you attempt to accelerate. Why does my Chevy Blazer...
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Why is my car radio light bulb not working?

Why is my car radio light bulb not working? When you consult the maintenance to fix your car radio and find out that nothing is wrong with it, disconnect your lights and see if the quality of your radio changes. If it does, then it may be because of your light bulb. To address this, here is the following information regarding its connection and how can you stop it. Why does my TV make noise when I Turn on the radio? It also causes the device to produce an unwanted static noise that typically causes a disturbance with the function...
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How do you change the lights on a dashboard?

How do you change the lights on a dashboard? Then remove the bottommost trim panel screws and pop off the panel to reach the screws for the panel above. Remove the instrument cluster screws and tilt the assembly out far enough to reach the electrical connector and speedometer cable (older vehicles). Twist the bulb socket a quarter turn and pull straight out. Why are the lights on my dash not working? Flip the switch or turn the dial or knob up and see if the lights on your dash come on or get brighter. If adjusting the switch doesn’t work,...
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Why does my Yukon XL have a 4WD light?

Why does my Yukon XL have a 4WD light? I was recently getting a service 4wd light in my 03 yukon xl. the lights for the switch also went out. I crawled under the truck and started looking at connections to the transfercase. I found that one of the connections had a small amount of corrosion in it. I pulled it apart, sprayed it with contact cleaner and reassembled. Can a 4HI transmission be shifted into a 2 speed case? There is no procedure shifting into or out of 4HI and can be done at any speed. If you had...
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Is it bad to let my car sit with a dead battery?

Is it bad to let my car sit with a dead battery? Not necessarily: We recommend driving every two to three weeks to make it less likely that you wind up with a dead battery, flat-spotted tires or other issues that can be caused by letting a car sit parked for weeks. When to replace a car battery after it is drained? The keys in my car were left in the on position for about 12 hours (and maybe the interior light left on) and the battery is drained. Is there any way to tell if I should replace the...
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How do you replace rear wheel bearings in Toyota?

How do you replace rear wheel bearings in Toyota? Place the new seal into the axle end, and carefully drive it in. For this seal, I found the front hub 2 1/8" socket with a towel on the end was the perfect size to drive the new seal. Once the seal is seated, coat the lips of the seal with grease. Next, clean up the axle flange surface and replace the O-ring, or use gasket-maker instead. When to replace rear wheel bearings and seals? When the stock breather is unable to vent the diff, the internal pressure will find relief...
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How do you remove airbag from Dodge truck?

How do you remove airbag from Dodge truck? How to Remove the Airbag on a Dodge Truck Pop the hood and disconnect the negative terminal on the battery using an open-end wrench. Allow the truck to sit for at least 20 minutes before you work on the airbag. Reach behind the steering wheel and locate the two screws that hold the airbag to the steering wheel. How to remove an airbag on a 1998 Chevy K-1500? How to Remove an Airbag on a 1998 Chevy K-1500. Pop the hood and use an open-end wrench to disconnect the negative terminal on...
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How do you change the ignition switch on a 1987 Chevy pickup?

How do you change the ignition switch on a 1987 Chevy pickup? Unplug the wiring harness connected to your pickup's ignition switch. Remove the two bolts holding the switch in place on the steering column with a socket wrench. Lift the ignition switch vertically away from the steering column, and discard it. Install a new ignition switch in your 1987 Chevrolet pickup by reversing the removal process entirely. Where is the ignition key on a Chevy truck? Since most Chevy trucks now use a transponder key, a special ignition cylinder has to be made for your truck. Remove the screws...