Why does my 1999 Tahoe start but then die?

My 99 Suburban does the same thing sometimes. I’ve sat there for 10 minutes trying to start it and it starts runs fior 2 to 4 seconds then dies. Suddenly it will start and run like a champ! This has only happened to mine twice but I am very, very interested to know what the cause of this problem is.

What kind of engine does a 99 Yukon have?

My 99 Yukon with Vortec 5.7L suddenly won’t run. It cranks over fine, starts in about 1 second (normal), but then dies 2-3 seconds later. Giving it a little bit of throttle while starting doesn’t make any difference.

Can a Chevy Silverado 1500 start and run?

Although I tried to start it multiple times over a couple weeks I gave it one last try after I called the tow truck. It started right up and engine stayed running like it was supposed to. No more problems for almost a year until about a week ago. I did nothin to fix it a year ago.

Why does my Chevy Tahoe have an acid problem?

Problem with every car is battery acid sloshing out of vents on top or side of battery. Rain dilutes the acid to electrolytic fluid and shorts batteries and the vapors cling to anything metal. The engine compartment fuse block on Tahoe sits behind battery and subject to corrosion.

Why does my Chevy Tahoe shut down when backing out of a stall?

I have a 2003 tahoe over 120,00 miles. Its been shutting down on us when making a uturn or turning into or backing out of a parking stall. We thought it had something to do with the plugs because the idle was off, but plugs have been changed and idle is good again.

Are there any problems with the Chevy Tahoe?

One time had to run off into the ditch to avoid an accident. Took it to the dealership and they said “Nothing in the computer to tell us what to fix”. They don’t even care.

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 does my Chevy Tahoe not kick over?

It was shutting off on us when we came to a stop. Then eventually it just wouldn’t kick over. So, then a friend of ours who is a mechanic told us to knock on the fuel tank and if the car started rite up then it was the fuel pump. Again, with the help of the manuel I was able to change myself.

What causes a 1995 Chevy Tahoe to stall?

I have a 1995 Tahoe. Most of the time when I turn the lights on, hit the brake pedal, shift into reverse the engine stalls. The engine starts right back up and idles fine the truck runs great but stalls when the brake pedal is pushed or the lights are turn on. Any suggestions?

One time had to run off into the ditch to avoid an accident. Took it to the dealership and they said “Nothing in the computer to tell us what to fix”. They don’t even care.

How many times has a Chevy Tahoe died?

I have an 09 Tahoe that has died three times while driving. One time had to run off into the ditch to avoid an accident. Took it to the dealership and they said “Nothing in the computer to tell us what to fix”. They don’t even care.

What kind of truck starts and then dies?

From buying research to owner support, join 1.5 MILLION GM Truck Enthusiasts every month who use GM-Trucks.com as a daily part of their ownership experience. My 99 Yukon with Vortec 5.7L suddenly won’t run. It cranks over fine, starts in about 1 second (normal), but then dies 2-3 seconds later.

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.

What causes a GMC Jimmy 4.3 engine to die?

Gmc jimmy 4.3 will sometimes die while driving in highway when i let off the accelorater pedal. my 95 blazer when coming to a stop and braking it idles high and rough sounding and it sputters and will clink and clank as stoppung and almost dies no engine light on what could be causing this. Your engine may have a vacuum leak.

Why does my Tahoe start and run then dies?

In my Tahoe case of start then dies I had two wires corroded on cooling fans relay block and on ECM, PCM and BCM fuse line in engine fuse block. now starts and doesn’t overheat now. The fan relay block sits behind engine fuse block accessable by removing the whole cover not just lid. Start a new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 question.

Why does my GM Truck start and die?

Starts and runs fine and then all of the sudden. Yesterday morning it starts and dies after about 1 second, started it again and same results. It does this several times. After about 30 mins of trying and talking to it a while it started and ran fine. Drove over to the garage turned it off and restarted several times and it was fine.

Why does my Silverado turn off the fuel pump?

So, my suspicions about the fuel pump were wrong! The found a stored P1626 code, which means there was a communication problem between the Theft Deterrent Module and the PCM. When it doesn’t receive the right password, it disables the fuel pump.

Why does my Chevy Suburban stall all the time?

One of the most common issues your Chevy Suburban is likely to develop is a stalling problem. The most challenging part of diagnosing a stalling problem is reproducing the conditions that led to the stall in the first place. Stalls can happen at any time, and it can be incredibly jarring when it does happen.

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.

When does a 99 6-0l engine start and die?

It will start right up, then dies after going up to about 1000 RPM for 2 seconds. It will start everytime then die. I’ve replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel regulator. 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.

How often does my GMC Truck turn over?

So far this has been the case pretty much every time i am starting the truck cold. I’ll try to start it and it will turn over for about 3-4 seconds (have tried a bit longer, still no go) then i’ll stop and try to start it again, and the second time it fires right up.

What’s the idle speed on a Chevy Tahoe?

Ive replaced plugs, wires, rotor, distributor cap, O2 sensor, Catalytic converter and the muffler that was rusted out while I was down there. It runs and sounds better but…The idle is a little rough, but not much. The idle stays pretty much at 600-700 in drive, a little higher in park.

Can a 1999 Chevy c1500 / k1500 start?

Hi, our 1999 CHEVROLET C1500/K1500 is having the same issue. After sittiing for a few hours, we have to crank it and eventually put a little gas or tarting fluid in the throttle body for our truck to start but runs and drives fine once it does start and will start right up after only sitting for about an hour or so. 205 people found this helpful.

Why does my 96 Chevy Express van not start?

Also had a similar issue spin and no start with a 96 Chevy Express Van with the 5.7L. This vehicles issue turned out to be a shorted pink wire in the wiring harness that runs up the passenger side of the block. The vehicle had died while driving several times and wouldn’t start. Then, finally after blowing a couple fuses, would start at all.

What should I do if my Chevy truck dies?

Last test says to start the vehicle and remove the relay. The vehicle should continue to run (which it did not because it died in seconds). If the vehicle stalls check the fuel pump/oil pressure switch and its wiring. Book does not say where fuel pump/oil pressure switch is.

Why does my 1999 Tahoe start but then die?