What should I do if my Silverado engine dies?

Update as of today: 1) the truck hasn’t started and kept running since last week. It only starts right up, then dies immediately. 2) I got a fuel pressure tester and the pressure is at 53 with key on, and maintains pressure when it starts (then dies).

What should I do if my Silverado Sierra won’t start?

Attempt to start the engine. If it doesn’t start then release the key back to the on position. Watch the security light. After 10 to 15 minutes the security light should turn off. Turn the ignition off and wait 5 seconds.

How do I Turn Off the security light on my Chevy Silverado?

Turn the ignition to the on position. This is the position where all the lights and icons are on in the dashboard but don’t start the car. Attempt to start the engine. If it doesn’t start then release the key back to the on position. Watch the security light. After 10 to 15 minutes the security light should turn off.

Why does my GM Truck start then die?

He was thinking fuel pump or fuel filter. He was about to take it to a dealer to be checked out when someone told him to turn the key to the on position and leave it there until the dash lights went out then start the truck. He did this and says the truck is running fine now. It reset the security system.

Why is my Chevy Silverado 1500 not starting?

However, today, when the truck will crank and start, the antitheft icon goes off after a few seconds with the key on and stays off while the truck is running. It never flashed either today or yesterday though. And I don’t know if the antitheft system disables cranking or starting or both.

Why does my Chevy Silverado want to turn over?

Truck wants to turn over but will act as if is starving for fuel,wait ten minutes, it start. Been happening frequently lately. I also was told it was the security system Will turn key and it is like no power from battery to starter, but have lights, radio, etc. Turn key again or sometimes multiple times, to no avail.

Can a Silverado Sierra GMC start then dies?

I’ve got another 99 6.0L that i’ve swapped the MAF, MAP, Idle Air, Throttle Position sensor, both computers, all relays, nothing changes the behavior. I’ve checked all the fuses i can find that would be releated to engine function, on both fues panels.

What happens when a GMC Silverado shuts off?

Usually if it is bad the truck stays on but won’t start after it gets warmed up so that is probably out of the question. GM’s Passlock/VATS anti-theft system does not let it run for 5-10 seconds; it starts and immediately stalls.

What kind of engine does a 2003 Silverado have?

Here’s the kicker…..I put the new one in and the truck started right up and we thought it was fixed, my son drove the truck and it ran fine, but when he returned home, it wouldn’t keep running after he would try to start it again, no matter how many times we tried.

What to do if your Chevy Silverado starts and runs?

You can reset the passlock system (takes about 30 or 40 mins) this will usually fix the problem however it will usually do it to you again at the absolute worst possible times. You can bypass the security system completely and never worry about the problem again. You will not have a security system in your vehicle once it is bypassed.

Why does my Chevy Silverado 1500 shut off?

Can anyone shed some light on this problem. After driving my 04′ Silverado 1500 all day without any problems, after the truck sat in the driveway for a couple of hours, the truck started right up, but then after about 10-20 seconds it shut off. It now continue to do this. It starts normally, but then shuts off.

What happens when a truck runs for 1 minute then dies?

Truck was running fine, started bucking, then all of a sudden died like it was out of fuel. If you immediately try to restart it, it won’t start, but if you wait a few minutes it will then start and run normal for a minute or so then eventually throw an injector code #1 or #7, then die after another 30 seconds, like it’s running out of fuel.

How much does a Chevy Silverado engine hesitate?

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What’s the problem with my Silverado 4.3 V6?

2007 Silverado 4.3 V6 -39,000 miles…no engine or tranny mods. No exhaust. I do have a K&N air filter that I just cleaned. I don’t think I have that MAF sensor on my intake like the more expensive trucks do. My problem seems to be a lack of power, like it just doesn’t want to go (V6 jokes aside).

What happens when a GM Truck starts then dies?

It starts then dies immediately. Parts replaced so far: fuel pump, fuel filter, spider injectors, fuel regulator, oil pressure switch, ignition switch, ignition module, passlock, fuel pump relay, spark plugs, wires, distributor cap, rotor and ignition coil. Crank sensor is getting power and 50 psi with key in the on position (not running).

How old was my Chevy truck when it died?

Had it towed to a friends where we pulled out the Chilton book and began troubleshooting. First thing we replaced was the fuel filter. It was 9 years old and when we blew into it there was a lot of restriction. After that we ran through the tests under Fuel Pump.

Why does my Dads 93 Chevy truck die?

My Dads 93 was doing what seems to be the same thing as yours. It ended up being the Fuel Pump Relay. If I press the gas pedal it dies. It’s been acting weird for a while now. For instance, when I take off from a dead stop at a light it sort of hesitates when I hit the gas.

Is there a problem with my Chevy Silverado?

Will turn key and it is like no power from battery to starter, but have lights, radio, etc. Turn key again or sometimes multiple times, to no avail. Then, turn it one more time and it starts. Then the next 15 starts, no problem. Sometimes hot engine, sometimes cold. UPDATE: 2-6-14; I sold the truck to my father. He changed the starter.

What kind of car dies after 10 seconds?

O4 GMC sierra 1500 with 240,000 miles. the other day got in and it started, ran for 10 seconds and died. Did this several times. It will always start run five to ten seconds and die.

Why is my Chevy Suburban bogging down on hard acceleration?

I have a 97 Suburban 5.7, 2wd. On hard acceleration it is bogging down like there is to much air, because sometimes it backfires. Or a plugged exhaust. I replaced the fuel pump-because it was bad in July.

What to do if your GM Truck is bogging down?

Pull the distributor cap and check for corrosion on the underside or any signs of water. Be sure they’re clean and dry so you’re not cross firing and make sure the rotor is in good condition as well. Double check your wires for wear/melting while you’re at it too and it never hurts to check your plugs and gap.

Why is my GM Vortec engine bogging down?

If so look into a vacuume leak or possibly bad igntion components. If your not using delco plugs in this motor that can be a big contributor to your problem. GM vortec engines hate anything but vortec plugs and will do all kinds of weird things. And yes a clogged converter could cause this sort of thing to happen.

Why does my Silverado Sierra crank but wont start?

No reading when the key is in the on position or while cranking. I also didnt hear it buzz when its supposed to be priming. So my assumption is that its the fuel pump. The gas guage has been goin nuts for about a year and i was going to replace the sending unit soon.

What does cranks but wont start mean?

SilveradoSierra.com • Cranks but wont start. Fuel problem? : Engine Cranks but wont start. Fuel problem? Well i hopped in my truck this morning to go to work, everything was normal. I started it up and let it idle for a second or two and then right when i was about to put it in reverse it just died like someone flipped a switch to kill it.

What to do if your truck starts then dies?

Try banging on the bottom of the fuel tank with a rubber mallet and see if it starts then. If it does fuel pump is on its last legs. time to drop the tank. Well, we should probably start with a few basics first…

What kind of fuel pump does a 1998 Silverado use?

Just checked on Advance Auto Parts website, and they carry a Bosch fuel pump for the ’98 Silverado that costs about $50.00 more than the cheap unit, and it has a lifetime warranty. Can’t beat that even if you have to replace them as often as the cheapy.

Can a bad ignition switch cause a Chevy Silverado to stall?

Your Silverado stalls because the faulty switch turns off the fuel pump or power to the ignition. When this happens, the engine will not be able to run until it gets that signal back. 2. Starts then Dies If your Chevy Silverado is starting right up, but then immediately dies, that is a very good indication that the ignition switch is bad.

What should I do if my Chevy Silverado starts and shuts off?

Borrow a fuel pressure tester from a parts store or buy the $20 Harbor Freight unit (which works great). GM’s Passlock/VATS anti-theft system does not let it run for 5-10 seconds; it starts and immediately stalls. It works the same on new and old GMs alike.

How long does a GMC Silverado run before it stalls?

GM’s Passlock/VATS anti-theft system does not let it run for 5-10 seconds; it starts and immediately stalls. It works the same on new and old GMs alike.

What should I do if my Silverado engine dies?