Common questions

Why does my GMC S15 stall after dying?

Why does my GMC S15 stall after dying?

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. Any ideas on what is wrong?

What happens when the g.m.code is lost?

If communication is lost or a circuit becomes infected with false signals (bad grounds, short to battery +, Electro Magnetic Interference {spark plug wires to close to circuit wiring}, oil contamination of the circuit connectors and wiring) then the computer will turn timing control back to the ignition module and flag the code.

What’s the problem with my 1997 Chevy S10?

Any ideas on what is wrong? My Chevy 1997 S10, 38,000 miles just died. My mechanic said that he charged the battery and put in a new alternator and got it to run just to move it into his garage then it dies again. It is so dead, that none of the lights work, nothing.

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. Any ideas on what is wrong?

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”.

Any ideas on what is wrong? My Chevy 1997 S10, 38,000 miles just died. My mechanic said that he charged the battery and put in a new alternator and got it to run just to move it into his garage then it dies again. It is so dead, that none of the lights work, nothing.

Where is the Trans shifter on a 97 Jimmy?

The 97 Jimmy has the automatic trans shifter on the floor between the 2 seats. Just in front of that on the dash is the cigarette lighter and utility outlets with the AC above that and the radio above that. When you remove the center lower dash panel you get the plastic vents from the heater right behind it and the lighter.

What causes a carburetor to pop on a new car?

A clogged fuel filter or faulty fuel pump can cause issues with fuel delivery. This results in a fuel mixture that is too lean for the engine and results in backfires through the carburetor.

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 to do if your Chevy S10 dies?

The vehicle starts every time and will run from a few seconds to sometimes up to 15-20 minutes. Then it just dies like you turned the key off. I have replaced the fuel pump, filters, fuel pump relay, done a check of all vacumn lines, checked all electrical connections to the distributor, coil carb etc., to ensure they are properly seated.

A clogged fuel filter or faulty fuel pump can cause issues with fuel delivery. This results in a fuel mixture that is too lean for the engine and results in backfires through the carburetor.

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.

Why does my Eddy 1406 carb keep popping?

I’ve checked the timing and that’s fine, I’ve even swapped carbs (from an Eddy 1406 to a Holley 3310-3), but the popping persists. So I’ve come to the conclusion that this must either be a compression issue or a cam issue, or something else I’m just not thinking of.

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