Common questions

What kind of truck was the 1990 Chevy?

What kind of truck was the 1990 Chevy?

1990 Chevy Truck 1990 Chevrolet C1500 — Engine Stalling! 1990 Chevy Truck 1990 Chevrolet C1500 — Engine Stalling! 1990 Chevrolet C1500 — 350 V8 TBI — Regular Cab, Short Bed, 2 wheel drive, 89000 miles.

What causes a truck to shut off and then start up again?

Answer: This could be a problem of a failing fuel pump. This is pretty common on this truck. Normally this would cause the truck to sort of stumble before it stalls. If it just instantly shuts off like you are turning the key off, then it may be a problem in the ignition switch in the steering column, or an ignition control module.

What causes a car to stall and then restart?

On the other hand, if the car restarts immediately after it stalls, this indicates an electrical problem. Electrical problems are harder to diagnose. Check the fuses and have a diagnostic test done. Other less common causes of a car stalling is a clogged fuel filter and bad catalytic converter.

What causes Chevy Silverado to shut down while driving?

Parts stores can scan it for you if you don’t have access to a scanner. But we don’t recommend driving anywhere until your Silverado is fixed, since dying at the wrong time can cause a collision. 1. Out of Fuel

What causes stalling on a 1990 Chevy k1500?

So far it has a new distributor (for an unrelated problem), idle valve, throttle position sensor, knock sensor, temperature sensor, fuel filter, plugs & wires. The idle valve and tpi both tested bad, and replacing them helped on general driveability but didn’t affect the stalling.

Answer: This could be a problem of a failing fuel pump. This is pretty common on this truck. Normally this would cause the truck to sort of stumble before it stalls. If it just instantly shuts off like you are turning the key off, then it may be a problem in the ignition switch in the steering column, or an ignition control module.

1990 Chevy Truck 1990 Chevrolet C1500 — Engine Stalling! 1990 Chevy Truck 1990 Chevrolet C1500 — Engine Stalling! 1990 Chevrolet C1500 — 350 V8 TBI — Regular Cab, Short Bed, 2 wheel drive, 89000 miles.

Why does my truck stall when I turn the key off?

This is pretty common on this truck. Normally this would cause the truck to sort of stumble before it stalls. If it just instantly shuts off like you are turning the key off, then it may be a problem in the ignition switch in the steering column, or an ignition control module.

How many miles does a 1990 Chevy Silverado have?

This one of a kind 1990 Chevrolet Sport C1500 is in impeccable condition. The immaculately cared for truck has only 7,082 miles and has been garage kept its entire life, parked on a custom red and More Info › Sam Keller attends the 30th Motor Muster, a weekend-long festival celebrating vehicles produced from 1933-1978.

Is the Chevy 3 / 4 ton pickup truck 4WD?

VIN: 1GCHK23D66F219705, Pwd by Duramax 6.6L V8 turbo diesel, automatic four wheel drive, bed liner, crossbox toolbox, tow package, nerf bars, brush guard, leather, power windows mirrors seat and lo… See More Details We’re sorry, we could not issue pre-approval based on the information provided.

What kind of engine is a 1990 Chevy c1500?

1990 Chevrolet C1500 — 350 V8 TBI — Regular Cab, Short Bed, 2 wheel drive, 89000 miles. New parts: EGR valve, coolant temperature sensor, fuel filter, idle air control valve, pcv valve, air filter, 1 oxygen sensor (in the exhaust manifold), spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor. My truck’s compression is good and I do get spark.

When was the last time my Chevy fuel pump failed?

The technical service bulletin that explains the cause of the repeat failure of the Chevy fuel pump replacement unit covers all years from 1996 to 2003 and includes all of the pickup trucks. Also included is the Tahoe and suburban and their GMC counterparts such as the Sierra and Envoy. Oh and don’t forget the Cadillac Escalade is also included.

Why does my 1990 Chevy Silverado not start?

My 90 would not start if the vacuum line to the MAP sensor was disconnected. The MAP is located behind the TBI. Be sure the vacuum hose is in good shape. Mine has to be replaced as the glue no longer worked and it leaked. If you have a vacuum pump, make sure the MAP can hold a vacuum or it needs to be replaced.

Can a defective fuel pump cause a car to stall?

More details about this are below, but you might want to download your Chevy manual to help. The defective Chevy fuel pumps can cause a stalling condition or a no start situation that can leave you stranded.

Is there a problem with my 1990 Chevy truck?

I just recently purchased a 1990 Chevy 2500 single cab long bed with the 350 tbi that has been D.O.T inspected until 2018 in MN. The issue – it has a fuel delivery problem and the previous owner was fairly certain that it needed a fuel pump and I wasnt surprised cuz ive had to do that with past 90s gm trucks.

What kind of fuel problem does a 1990 Chevy 5.7L have?

Click to expand… It probably won’t be the TPS since you sprayed ether and it fired but died after.

Where is the tach on a 1990 Chevy truck?

That white wire on the coil is the feed for the tach in the dash, if your truck didn’t come with one it’s left unhooked. and found a good ground then had my gf turn key and slowly pump the peddle and the highest number was 2.1 with the peddle to the floor.

What should the TPS be on a 1990 Chevy 5.7L?

The TPS should go from >0 to ~4.8 VDC (IIRC), for example mine goes from 0.45 – 4.39VDC at WOT. I know they say it should be ~ 0.58 – 0.59VCD but, that’s close enough for me.

What’s the idle RPM on a 1992 Chevy 350 TBI?

I have a 1992 Chevrolet K2500 350 tbi that idles high about 1200 to 1500 rpm sometime’s will idle about 800 rpm. When i first start the truck it slowly rises from 1000 to 1500 rpm then comes down after five minutes to 1000 rpm then when i drive it for a few minutes then it starts idling at 1100 rpm when the truck is in drive.

What kind of engine does a Chevy 350 have?

Fits trucks and SUV’s from 87-95. An easy installation, lots of power, street-friendly for daily driving and light towing this guy does it all! Fits full size trucks and SUV’s from 96-02, also known as a VIN “R” engine.

Where does the Chevy 350 crate engine come from?

Made in the U.S.A. Our famous “Hum Baby” Chevy 350 crate engine! She’s a smooth running machine that is suitable for a practical enthusiast looking for a higher quality engine than what GM offers. We took the “Hum Baby” engine and added more performance parts, bigger cam for that extra sound, and more performance without losing dependability!

1990 Chevrolet C1500 — 350 V8 TBI — Regular Cab, Short Bed, 2 wheel drive, 89000 miles. New parts: EGR valve, coolant temperature sensor, fuel filter, idle air control valve, pcv valve, air filter, 1 oxygen sensor (in the exhaust manifold), spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor. My truck’s compression is good and I do get spark.

Why is my GMC Sierra 1500 stalling out?

No change. Next, read somewhere that bad ground wire on Thermostat housing can cause ECM issues. Checked it, cleaned it off, verfied that contact wanhers are all steel and attract a magnet, reinstall the ground wire.

Why does my car stall out when in gear?

I was told it was the cadiladic converter but that was not the issue. Once it is in gear It will not stay running unless you use the 2 foot method and it is very rough and wont run for more than a minute. It never did this untill I got it back from the collision center after I was hit in the front passenger side?

What was the problem with my 1990 Chevy k1500?

My old 1990 K1500 had the same stalling problems until I changed the EGR valve. We have a 1990 2wd 350 tbi with similar issues. So far it has a new distributor (for an unrelated problem), idle valve, throttle position sensor, knock sensor, temperature sensor, fuel filter, plugs & wires.

Why does my Chevy k1500 stall in reverse?

A few months ago I started noticing a problem every once in a while when putting the truck in reverse in a parking lot to back out of a spot, it sometimes would stall out if I didn’t hit the gas quick enough after shifting into reverse. When this happened I could put the truck in park and it would immediately fire back up and seemed fine.

No change. Next, read somewhere that bad ground wire on Thermostat housing can cause ECM issues. Checked it, cleaned it off, verfied that contact wanhers are all steel and attract a magnet, reinstall the ground wire.

What is the TBI code on a 1990 Chevy truck?

Consult a service manual or see below for any check engine light code definitions. You can use a late 80’s or early 90’s GM TBI definition. If you have access to a scan tool use a hook up for a 1990 350 cu. in. 5.7L Chevrolet truck. For some scan tools enter VIN 10th“L” 3rd“C” 8th“K”.

How big is a 1990 Chevy Silverado Trans?

I too have a 90 with a 350 and a th700r4 trans. It only has 141k on it. I replaced a muffler and some brake lines due to salt water flooding during a storm (I live near the beach). The paint is a little rough in spots, but the truck won’t quit. Amazing power and comfort.

When was the radiator replaced on a 1990 Chevy Silverado?

AC compressor out at 180000 miles. Headliner sagged at 185000 miles. Replaced radiator at 190000 miles. Steering column wearing at 190000 miles. Water pump replaced at 195000 miles. Power steering pump pulley replaced at 195000 miles.

Is the 1990 Chevy Silverado 1500 a muscle truck?

1990 Chevrolet 1500 454 SS finished in a stunning black exterior with red interior. This muscle truck features a 454 engine, turbo 400 transmission, and 14 bolt rear end. A true blast to drive down… More Info › Please visit www.Survivor-Cars.com for additional photos, information and a video. Lets start with it is a real 454 SS Chevy 1500 truck.

What kind of bed does a 1990 Chevy truck have?

The 1990 Chevrolet C/K 1500 truck is available with a regular cab or extended cab, which provides extra seating. The 1990 Chevy truck comes in two- or four-wheel drive and has either a six-and-a-half foot bed or an 8-foot bed.

When do you shut off a GMC Truck?

Should shut off when tapping the brake when key is removed though. Have a turbo on it? Might have a system that keeps running until oil cools to a certain temp to keep from blowing the turbo?

What was the Chevy 454 muscle truck in 1990?

A 454 SS muscle truck arrived in 1990, with a performance/handling package. The 7.4-liter V8 engine was revised, and could be mated to a 4-speed automatic instead of the prior 3-speed. In the 454 SS, that engine now made 255 horsepower–25 more than in 1990.

Why does my GM Truck shut down while driving?

At a dead stop. It would crank over, but not start. Ran the battery dead trying to crank it. My dad came to help, charged the battery, and it started right up. It sounds wierd but this is what its doing.

What kind of engine does a 1990 Chevy 1500 have?

1990 Chevrolet 1500 454 SS finished in a stunning black exterior with red interior. This muscle truck features a 454 engine, turbo 400 transmission, and 14 bolt rear end. A true blast to drive down…

At a dead stop. It would crank over, but not start. Ran the battery dead trying to crank it. My dad came to help, charged the battery, and it started right up. It sounds wierd but this is what its doing.

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