Common questions

What causes acceleration in a 97 Chevy Blazer?

What causes acceleration in a 97 Chevy Blazer?

97 chevy blazer 4.3 idles great but upon acceleration it starts to surge, changed just about everything, fuel pump,cap rotor, wires, plugs distributor injectors, crankshaft, cam, throttle pos. sensor, tried new computer, at a loss starts right up and idles great, take in down the road and starts surging. Exhaust?

Why is my Chevy Blazer not getting gas?

Pressing the gas pedal does not give it more fuel. Taking the throttle body sensor off makes no difference either. Took it to a mechanic for a “professional” diagnosis – they told me it was the fuel injection system. Put a new one on this weekend, still no dice. Can’t move the truck as it won’t get gas.

Why does my Chevy Blazer have a yellow warning light?

A night before i set on a journey from Switzerland to Germany my car show yellow warning light which warn about fuel, power etc the symbol look like a videocamera diagram. After about 3 hour drive the car stop to accellerate. I listern to the fuel pum sound it sound fine but road patrol said the fuel dont run to injector.

Where was the ignition located on my 93 S-10 Blazer?

My old 93 S-10 blazer had an internal Ignition Module, inside the bottom of the distributor. I know this much, if those little PIA’s start winking out, you will see all kinds of issues similar to what you are describing.

97 chevy blazer 4.3 idles great but upon acceleration it starts to surge, changed just about everything, fuel pump,cap rotor, wires, plugs distributor injectors, crankshaft, cam, throttle pos. sensor, tried new computer, at a loss starts right up and idles great, take in down the road and starts surging. Exhaust?

Why does my Chevy Blazer not go over 20 mph?

Won’t go over 20 mph. Starts right up. New plugs and wires. Never really cuts off. Runs hot but not extremely. Mass air flow is usually an intermitant problem. This sounds more like a stopped up catylist converter. take the cat off and run it, see if it gets hot, most likely that will be the problem]

Why does my Chevy Blazer engine bog down when I hit the gas?

Take it to a good local mechanic (not a dealer) and see if this is one problem. My Blazer bogs down when you hit the gas and has trouble starting. We have replaced the MAF sensor, plugs, rotor, cap, plug wires, and fuel filter. The fuel pressure is at 50psi when idling and 64 wot when driving.

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.

Won’t go over 20 mph. Starts right up. New plugs and wires. Never really cuts off. Runs hot but not extremely. Mass air flow is usually an intermitant problem. This sounds more like a stopped up catylist converter. take the cat off and run it, see if it gets hot, most likely that will be the problem]

Take it to a good local mechanic (not a dealer) and see if this is one problem. My Blazer bogs down when you hit the gas and has trouble starting. We have replaced the MAF sensor, plugs, rotor, cap, plug wires, and fuel filter. The fuel pressure is at 50psi when idling and 64 wot when driving.

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.

A night before i set on a journey from Switzerland to Germany my car show yellow warning light which warn about fuel, power etc the symbol look like a videocamera diagram. After about 3 hour drive the car stop to accellerate. I listern to the fuel pum sound it sound fine but road patrol said the fuel dont run to injector.

What kind of engine does a Chevy Blazer have?

1996 Chevy Blazer. 6 cylinder engine. While driving on the highway my Chevrolet Blazers engine just shut off. I pull over, wait a minute, then start the engine and continue down the highway again. A minute later the engine shuts off again. This happens 7 or 8 times.

Pressing the gas pedal does not give it more fuel. Taking the throttle body sensor off makes no difference either. Took it to a mechanic for a “professional” diagnosis – they told me it was the fuel injection system. Put a new one on this weekend, still no dice. Can’t move the truck as it won’t get gas.

1996 Chevy Blazer. 6 cylinder engine. While driving on the highway my Chevrolet Blazers engine just shut off. I pull over, wait a minute, then start the engine and continue down the highway again. A minute later the engine shuts off again. This happens 7 or 8 times.

What causes hesitation and surging on Blazer 4.3L?

Fix Hesitation and surging on Blazer 4.3L If you have Hesitation and surging on Blazer 4.3L and it’s driving like a dog—poor acceleration, hesitation, or a surge and you suspect a fuel problem, you may be partially right.

Why is my Blazer 4.3L driving like a dog?

If you have Hesitation and surging on Blazer 4.3L and it’s driving like a dog—poor acceleration, hesitation, or a surge and you suspect a fuel problem, you may be partially right. But before you start replacing really expensive components like the fuel pump, try this: Disconnect the electrical connector to the MAF sensor and take it for a drive.

Can a 1992 S-10 Blazer die while driving?

Having problems with truck just dieing out. Drvivng along no problems and then it just sputters, gurgles and dies. Sometimes it starts right back up and … read more 1992 S-10 Blazer starts and runs well until driven a few minutes. Begins to run rough, then stalls and may die completely.

Fix Hesitation and surging on Blazer 4.3L If you have Hesitation and surging on Blazer 4.3L and it’s driving like a dog—poor acceleration, hesitation, or a surge and you suspect a fuel problem, you may be partially right.

If you have Hesitation and surging on Blazer 4.3L and it’s driving like a dog—poor acceleration, hesitation, or a surge and you suspect a fuel problem, you may be partially right. But before you start replacing really expensive components like the fuel pump, try this: Disconnect the electrical connector to the MAF sensor and take it for a drive.

What’s the idle RPM on my Chevy Suburban?

My 1997 Chevy Suburban (5.7) is acting up on me. When I start it up the RPM and idle seem fine. As I let it sit for a couple of seconds the RPM’s slowly begin to drop until they finally bottom out at about 1K. As soon as I put it into Reverse/Drive etc. the RPM’s drop below that mark and it struggles to stay running.

Why are the windows on my 97 Blazer not working?

I have a 97 S-10 Blazer with 60k that has an intermittent elcectrical issue with the blower motor and windows not working. The ABS and brake light flash on and off across the dash as if it is doing a systems check while driving the vehicle. At the same time the blower motor stops working and the windows wont work. Now, it wont start at all.

What kind of motor does a Chevy Blazer have?

I have a 1997 Chevy Blazer 4.3L. I have a new blower motor, interior fan switch, resistor, and AC components. I have 2 issues: 1) The blower motor intermittantly cuts out. 2) The highest speed does not work-it stays the same speed as the 3rd position.

Are there any problems with Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy?

You may want to try Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy Electrical Problems. 97 have a known defect in the ignition switch which is the wiring and connector thru the column and that often causes many strange problems.

What should idle speed be on Chevy Blazer?

My first test would be with a vacume gauge. If the vacume is good it should hold between 25 and 29 at idle. May be a little low cause of the rough idle, but what your looking for Is for it to drop slowly to well below specs. This checks the catalyst converter it could be clogged.

What’s the fuel pressure on a Chevy Blazer?

My Blazer bogs down when you hit the gas and has trouble starting. We have replaced the MAF sensor, plugs, rotor, cap, plug wires, and fuel filter. The fuel pressure is at 50psi when idling and 64 wot when driving. Can we have pressure without flow? Initially the code was p0171. Now that we cleared it it hasn’t come back on.

What should the RPM be on a Chevy Blazer?

In addition, anytime you hit the gas to accelerate the RPM gauge suddenly shoots up to 3.5 and shoots back down to 2, and keeps going up and down until you let off of the gas. My first test would be with a vacume gauge. If the vacume is good it should hold between 25 and 29 at idle.

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Why does my Chevy Blazer have no power?

If not that code then your problem is most likely the cheap plastic distributor that GM installed for that year. Take off that expensive cap and see if the shaft jiggles. It is better to remove the distributor to inspect it. AutoZone sells a lifetime warranted Distributor for about $90.

How to check the power of a S10 Blazer?

An expert that got 5 achievements. An expert whose answer got voted for 100 times. Check your coil output, buy a cheep spark tester. Pull of a spark plug wire and plug in the tester (ground the other end), set it to bridge a gap for 30,000 volts.Have someone start it and make sure the spark will jump the gap on the tester.Danger-Very high voltage!

What makes a car make a whirling noise when accelerating?

Cause: Loose pinion bearingpreload Noise: Howl with whir or rumble while accelerating at any speed (gears previously quiet) Cause:Worn rear pinion bearing or worn gear set Noise:Howl without whir or rumble while accelerating at any speed (gears previously quiet) Cause:Worn gear set due to lack of lubrication or overloading

What causes a low pitch noise when accelerating?

Noise:Howling while accelerating over a small speed range (gears previously quiet) Cause:Worn gear set due to lack of lubrication or overloading Noise:Howling after gear set installation Cause:Faulty gears or improper installation Noise:Low-pitch rumble at all speeds over 20 miles per hour Cause:Worn carrier bearings

What are the symptoms of a bad accelerator pedal?

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Throttle/Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor. Common signs of a faulty pedal position sensor include inconsistent engine response, reduced fuel efficiency, and the Check Engine Light coming on. The days of having to constantly adjust the throttle cable due to a loose nut on the carburetor are long gone.

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My Blazer bogs down when you hit the gas and has trouble starting. We have replaced the MAF sensor, plugs, rotor, cap, plug wires, and fuel filter. The fuel pressure is at 50psi when idling and 64 wot when driving. Can we have pressure without flow? Initially the code was p0171. Now that we cleared it it hasn’t come back on.

Why does my car not shift into 2nd gear?

Acceleration is virtually zero. After stopping the car (say at a redlight), starting again it will refuse to shift into 2nd gear. When it finally does, it will make a hard “thunk” sound and the car will surge forward. If the car is stopped and turned off for awhile, everything seems to go back to normal.

How does acceleration affect the gear transmission system?

The issues with acceleration can lead to gear transmission problems as the ECM doesn’t get the correct information about the acceleration. This leads to incorrect shift points which can cause both early or delayed shifts.

What kind of problems does a Chevy Blazer have?

I have a 1974 Blazer with a 305 in it, I just replaced spark plugs, cap, rotor, wires, fuel filter, some hoses and PCV valve. It starts up strong, runs fine for a bit – drive it around the neighborhood – then once I come to a stop it basically dies on me, sometimes it will start right back up again – sometimes it will just crank and crank.

What to do when your Chevy Blazer wont start?

Aby codes (SES light on) and if so post them. No codes come up until after it happens then it comes up oxygen sensers port 1 and port 2. You can step on the gas and the engine just bogs it has absolutely no power . Put the car in neutral ( while still moving ) count to 3 and restart and have all the power you want.

Why is my Chevy Blazer stalling and stalling?

Check/clean EGR. This does have the newer style injection so could be fuel pump heats up and pressure drops – have to test at test port. Coil could be failing due to overheating due to ignition module never shutting off so always a low voltage to it.

Why is my Chevy transmission not shifting to higher gear?

Chevy transmission slipping or no reverse – Reverse clutches may be worn out a fluid leak, or a broken sun shell. Won’t shift to higher gear until you let off the gas – Faulty throttle position sensor. A leak in the servo assembly or accumulator.

Why is my car not picking up speed?

If this sensor were to malfunction, the gas pedal would no longer be able to control the speed of the engine because the pedal controls the throttle valve. There are some drivers who can’t pick up speed in their cars because they accidentally change the gear to Neutral instead of Drive.

Why does my car not accelerate when I Turn on the engine?

There are plenty of vacuum hoses inside an automobile’s engine. They transport fuel and air from and to the engine and different supply points and connectors. Your car won’t accelerate if there are holes in the hoses or dirt buildups.

What causes a truck to hesitate when accelerating?

Hesitates When Accelerating: the Initial Problem Was the Truck The initial problem was the truck stalled and died. The following parts have been replaced: spark plugs, wires, fuel filter, distributor, cap, rotor, pick up coil, map sensor, throttle position sensor, and idle air control valve.

What’s the problem with my Chevy Blazer fuel pump?

Fuel pump does whir and kick in when key turned. Previous to not getting fuel completely, the Blazer was surging when I drove it and was not responsive to the gas pedal intermittently. Local parts store suggests IAC valve?

What was the fuel gauge on my Chevy Blazer?

Stopped at a light about 1 1/2 miles from church. When green, gave it normal gas. Very poor acceleration. Fuel gauge reads just under 1/4 tank. I then let off the accelerator and then pressed it ever so slightly. I did accelerate, but obviously not very fast. About 30 seconds or so later, we were fine.

Stopped at a light about 1 1/2 miles from church. When green, gave it normal gas. Very poor acceleration. Fuel gauge reads just under 1/4 tank. I then let off the accelerator and then pressed it ever so slightly. I did accelerate, but obviously not very fast. About 30 seconds or so later, we were fine.

What kind of infotainment system does a Chevy Blazer have?

Chevrolet Infotainment System functionality varies by model. Full functionality requires compatible Bluetooth and smartphone, and USB connectivity for some devices. Map Coverage available in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. Read the vehicle Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information.

When was the last year a blazer had 4 wheel drive?

It was available with the 4.3 L V6 engine only, and most models featured four-wheel drive via an electronic transfer case; 1997 was the last year a manual transfer case for 4 wheel drive (floor shifter for 4 wheel drive) was offered. In 1998, the interior and exterior received some cosmetic changes.

What are the safety features of the Chevy Blazer?

Blazer offers advanced safety technologies to help you detect potential hazards, helping give you the added confidence you deserve every time you get behind the wheel. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner.

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