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Chevy S10/GMC S15-Sonoma: Problems & Solutions
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A) the oil level;
the oil filter (for blockage) better
yet, just change it;
C) if the above are ok, your oil pump
is most likely on it's way south.
Big AL
I have been troubled by a persistent rattle/squeak/air leak between the driver door and the third door since the vehicle was delivered in August 03. I have less than 4k miles on the truck, and have had it in the service department about six times already.
Do any of you have any experience with using the Illinois Lemon Law to arbitrate your vehicle? All the law says is that a lemon is a vehicle that has a significant defect (affecting value, safety, or usability) and has been repaired at least four times.
Thanks,
Steven
I know this is board is for problems, but the last post in the "maintenance" board was in 2003 so I thought I'd post here. Anyway, was wondering if any of you have changed the radiator, trans, and differential fluids in your vehicles. I'm approaching the 5 year mark and will definitely be changing the coolant (though I'm WAY lower than the 150K mileage) but was wondering of the transmission and the rear end. Getting conflicting info regarding the limited slip and tranny fluids, in terms of needing an additive for the limited slip and change intervals for both.
Also, was wondering if anyone cleaned their injection systems either themselves of taking it do the dealer (cost ?). Would prefer doing it myself having done this before but can't find a kit in order to perform the service. Does anyone know of where I might purchase a kit?
I think that you should check your owner's manual regarding the differential lube. My manual said that the (limited slip) diff lube should be changed the first time at 3000 miles, and then some interval after that, and no posi additive should be put in. My S-10 is a 4 wheel drive, so the rear might be different than a 2 wheeler, but I was rather surprised at the initial change at only 3000 miles. I put synthetic oil in mine, and all is fine.
I also changed the tranny oil every 24 months, the power steering oil at the same time, and flush the brake fluid annually. Good luck with your truck.
as yours did at idle no oil pressure rev the engine and oil pressure would build up a small amount.
I drove it directly to the chevrolet dealer and they found that the oil pump had failed and replaced it under warranty.
Again thanks for the information and will look into that.
Thanks.
1) Windows warp out and windows can't be closed. This occurs when it is above 90 degrees or below 20 degrees. I had have it back to the dealer 3 times and they can't seem to duplicate problem.
2) Engine has no upper end power above 3,000 rpm.
I had a 1998 GMC Sonoma (same set up as my 2002) and the 1998 had all kinds of power.Dealer says I just have to live with it. It runs worse than a bad 4 cylinder engine.
3) This 2002 GMC Sonoma is a real gas guzzler. Dealer has installed all updates and replaced air cleaner and the best I can get is 15miles or less on the highway running empty.
Has anybody experienced any problems like this!
With regard to the block, I've never seen a petcock installed by the factory. There should be a hex headed pipe plug near the bottom of the block, one on each side.
Again, I haven't seen a petcock on the 4.3 either, but have on others (had one on my import), but was mentioned in the service manual.
Thanks
Dusty
E.D.
Also, the plugs look like they're a bear to get at (don't know if they've been changed yet). Give me some pointers on replacing them. Or, are these plugs a mechanic only project?
Bronson
How well will 4.3 auto. S10 stand up to regular towing? I have a small lawn-care business & need to tow +/_ 2000# up to maybe 3500# on a regular basis mostly in the summer - not all year. Most days closer to 2000 than 3500.
Dusty
What happens (if anything) on those days when I have to drag 3000+?
Dusty
How will the brakes hold up? Is trans. cooler, etc. necessary, or will stock vehicle do? What is included in "tow package" - other than a good hitch, that is not found on stock truck?
THank You