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Chevy S10/GMC S15-Sonoma: Problems & Solutions
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By this time he was pretty discouraged. A friend recommended a driveshaft straightening and balance service. When he got there they said they wouldn't touch an S10 driveshaft. The guy did check the shaft for him and told him it was bent. The guy did give him a suggestion to try positioning some radiator hose clamps (an old method, by the way) on the driveshaft starting where the original weight was. After two tries he actually got about 95% of the vibration out and that's what was on the thing when he sold it off.
Oh, I almost forgot. When he tried to take the new driveshaft back the Chevy dealer said that the factory did not balance them, despite fair visible evidence that a weight had come off.
His second S10 exhibited the same thing but by that time he had learned his lesson and used hose clamps, although that one never did get all of the vibration out.
Good luck,
Dusty
The driveshaft shop said that all of the S-10s are like that!
I took my S-10 back for warranty on what sounded like a bad alternator, at least that's what I told the service writer. He said, "OK, we'll check it". They replaced the alternator, said the truck was OK. I drove away from the dealership with the noise still there.
I turned right around, drove back into service, told them it's still noisy, so they changed the tensioner and the noise went away. I guess the alternator was OK, they just assumed my diagnosis was correct.
http://www.sytyarchives.com/howto/viewarticle.php?article_name=he- ater_core.php&dir=climate_controls
Here's the adjustment procedure if you want to take a kick at it yourself. Takes about 10 seconds after you've done it once:
Preliminary Checks
Inspect and/or correct the transmission fluid level.
Make sure that the cable is connected at both ends.
Make sure that the correct cable is installed.
Adjustment
If necessary for access, remove the air cleaner assembly.
If the cable has been removed and installed, pull on the upper end of the cable. It should travel a short distance with light resistance caused by the small return spring on the TV lever. When released, check to see that the cable slider returns to the zero or the fully adjusted position; if not, adjust the cable and slider:
Depress and hold the metal readjust tab on the end of the TV cable. It might require application of penetrating oil to free it up, but should depress under thumb pressure.
Move the slider back on the cable (away from the throttle lever) until it stops against the fitting.
Release the readjust tab.
Slowly rotate the throttle lever by hand (DO NOT use the accelerator pedal) to the full throttle stop (wide open throttle) position. The slider must move (ratchet) toward the lever in order to adjust the cable when the lever is rotated.
Release the throttle lever and check for proper operation.
The throttle valve cable adjustment should be rechecked with the engine at normal operating temperature. A cable may appear to function properly while the engine is cold, but not work properly when warmed.
Can this be done by an average joe?? The dealer says "no". I'd be interested to hear how other have dealt with this issue.
The dealer says this item has a "high failure rate" but I can't get them to come down on the price of fixing it.
Also, I've had the ball joint problem, oil leak from the hose that runs from the oil filter, loose exhaust heat sheild, and my 3rd door handle has broken off 3 times (luckily I can replace that myself). Everyone told me I should've bought a toyota - but I REALLY liked the idea of buying american and the looks of the s-10.
They paid for it and had a guy put the new one on for me.
He said it took a few minutes but nothing too bad.
Spoke to the manager about 2-3 months later and he admitted that they broke one on his truck too.
Seems to be weak design, just be carefull with them...
2000 Chevrolet/Geo S10 Pickup - 4WD
Seat Back Recliner Handle Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the retainer clip using a flat-bladed tool.
Remove the recliner handle from the seat bottom.
Installation Procedure
Install the recliner handle to the seat bottom.
Install the retainer clip in order to secure the handle.
Man! I'm going to be so HAPPY returning the unopened boxes w/the reclining mechanisms to the dealer and getting a $160 refund!!
Regards,
Dusty
Document ID# 553463
2000 Chevrolet/Geo S10 Pickup - 2WD
Seat Back Recliner Replacement - Front
Removal Procedure
Remove the recliner handle.
Remove the recliner cover.
Remove the inertia latch from the recliner assembly.
Remove the recliner assembly bolts.
Remove the recliner assembly from the seat.
Installation Procedure
Install the recliner assembly to the seat.
Install the recliner assembly to the seat frame bolts.
Tighten the recliner assembly to the seat frame bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).
Install the inertia latch.
Install the recliner trim cover to the seat.
Install the recliner handle.
My 1997 S-10 makes a "rattling" or "pinging" noise briefly at mild acceleration. I'm wondering if it's the EGR valve gone bad, or a PCM problem not controlling the valve correctly. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance.
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Diagnosis
Overview
Results Of Incorrect Operation
With too much EGR flow at idle, cruise, or cold operation, any of the following conditions may occur:
The engine stalls after a cold start.
The engine stalls at idle after deceleration.
The vehicle surges during cruise.
The vehicle idles roughly.
If the EGR valve stays open all of the time, the engine may not idle. A DTC P0401 may set. Refer to DTC P0401 Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Flow Insufficient .
Too little or no EGR flow allows the combustion temperatures to get too high during acceleration and load conditions. This could cause the following conditions:
Spark knock (detonation)
Engine overheating
DTC P0401
System Check
The Linear EGR System Check covers the diagnosis of the EGR system. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Diagnosis .
I've already checked the pintle valve and EGR passages and they're OK. The drivability is good, so I'm assuming it's something a little deeper. I'll have to contact my "Snap-On friend".
I have a 1997 S-10 4x4 with the 4.3 engine. Currently I have 45,000 miles on it. I change the oil every 2000 miles, however it doesn't use a drop between changes. With respect to power, it has PLENTY for a V-6. Expressway driving is no problem at all.
I've never carefull checked my gas mileage, but rough calculations put me around 19-20 MPG, with probably 70% of my driving on the highway.
OK. Think Headlights/Tailights/Back-Up Lights.
The Problems:
1) My Back Up lights never work anymore. Bulbs and fuses are fine. When I put the truck into reverse, the headlights come on.
2) Rear Driver Side Brake light doesnt work when my main light switch is off, however when all the lights are on the brake light works fine.
Turn signal on that side, and regular light works fine all the time.
Anyone have any clue what the hell is going on?
Thanks
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engine when I accelerate. I don't always hear the noise under accel, and the noise stops immediately when I lift my foot off the pedal. I
don't hear it at all at idle or start up. If it matters - I use 87 octane and the truck still has original plugs. Any thoughts?
Most of the time it works fine but it's only a matter of time. Any ideas?