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when the the alternator belt is not just right. I believe 1/4
inch give on belt is most correct. Do all a/c belt adjust
the same way with that slide bolt. The geo does this is how
you remove the a/c belt. Anyway finally fixed it life is great.
Seems like a blocked fuel line maybe clog fuel filter. What
about the salanoid on the injector?
the auto transmission has a fuse there check it. Then get a
new starter also remember you must depress the brake to shift
the from park to neutral. Now you must also assume the alternator may br dead because the battery is totally drained
because the radio and lights were used when it died. The battery may be able to be saved. Put another battery in your
geo try it again. If it starts while the engine is running
remove the positive cable and see if car dies. It is an alternator
then. Note the alternator has three phases thus can die slowly
without warning. Good luck
Art
electric fuel pump wiring could be loose it is a prong plug
at the gas tank. Check the fuel filter,Check the fuel line,
maybe a additive could help in the fuel. The carburetor float
could have a pin hole. Take car to a carb shop have them
test the carb ,test the vacumn pressure. Sometimes these
problems are caused by faulty ERG and broken plastic joints
in the smog system. If all this checks out neutral switch
at the automatic transmission could be loose or faulty.
Art
wire brush that is acid be careful. Inspect the battery
clamps are they broken be sure. Check the battery cables
make sure they are sound. Remember the alternator is three
phase. Once it is started remove a positive pole wire does
the engine die yes replace alternator. Sometimes this can
happen with a faulty bulb in the brake light check to
make sure they are dry. Sounds like a short in the wiring
somewhere.
you trouble. Maybe a video with sound. I know this is going
to sound odd but a stethoscope recording . Just take a small
mike and tape it to the part and operate it maybe that
would shed some light. Maybe next time I visit the junk yard
I will look for a replacement let you know what they want
for it maybe it a simple crack in a vacumn type valve that
is not opening and closing at the right time. This i a mechanical issue something is not opening and closing properly
or consistently.
conditions? Take to a carb shop could be a dirty throat.
Art
Thanks
They are self adjustable. If you need proffesional manuals, please let me know, Mark
Do not worry. I got 3 of those and never quit. Do not abused. Replaced oil every 3500 milles. Depend where you are, but if you are around North of US, used 10/30 all year around, but in January and February are recomended to switch to 5/30.
Those engine are very sensitive for dirt.
Any question - let me know. Mark
Best,
Stan
I am second owner. All the parts alternator battery wipers
rear hatch struts belts available at pep boys or auto zone
Body parts like inside door latches can be had the pick your part mine is in anahiem on katella in the OC. I have got a bracket for alternator too. Also a rim and geo lights etc
I'm a new Geo Metro owner from Romania / Europe. My car it's from 1991 , 1000 cc turbo, 2 doors and it looks fine, but it need some small repairs .
I want to make my self this repairs, but I don't have a Repair Manual .
There is someone who have a repair manual ( soft on PC )? Or to redirect me were I can find . I prefer for free
If you think that you can help me , please send documentation to : FLORINNICOLICI @ TI.SLR.COM ( without spaces )
I understud tat you have some proffesional manuals for Geo Metro (sprint ).
I'm a Geo Metro owner from Romania / Europe ( 1000 cc turbo , 1991, 3 cylinder engine )
I need a repair manual ( soft on PC ) in order to make some repairs myself.
Other issue is : I want to know how are the serial no. stick to body car ( there is a meral board with serial no. stick with rivets on the body of the car ???? - Engine compartment and Left dor )
If you think that you can help me please send this manual to : FLORINNICOLICI @ TI.SLR.COM ( without spaces )
Thank you
Your best bet is recycling garages or scrap yards. To be able to remove them without breaking one of the 4 fragile legs, you have to PUSH the center pin about 1/8 of an inch, no more, it will then be easy to pull up by the larger crown. One thing for sure, they come in a variety of greys! seldom the right tint. You can use the christmas trees where they don't show, under the carpet in the rear for example and reclaim those for a match somewhere else.
The clutch is shot and I'm going to replace it myself.
I have everything disconnected but the axles. How do I do that?
Thanks in advance.
Steve B.
I wish all of you folks the best with the remaining Geo Metro's that are eft. Maybe someday GM will see fit to re-build with a new Geo line-something like VW did with the Beetle.
WARNING - you will pay to much for Prius to gain ZERO MPG.
Compering Geo average 47 MPG with average speed 70 MPH you will never get close to 35 MPG on Prius with avrage 70 MPH.
If you will notice - people drive slow on Toyota Prius to gain the fuel economy. Check on the the Hwy, the Prius drive 55/60 and I'm passing them very easy.
On the market in present time you will not find any car manufacture to sell vehicle over 47 MPG. On the paper sound good, but in really life - you are looser.
I got 3 geos and I will stock with them for long time.
With prices going to $ 4,00 per galon, please look what you will purchse next.
I can't say where I work, but no manufacture has any plans to bring small engine with the high MPG. The best is Geo metro 3 cyl. and the old VW diesel pick up 1981, 1982 with 5 speed manual. I got easy 60 MPG per galon on ythe VW.
Just small explanation to people about the "Hybrid" cars.
Let me know if you share my opinion. Ask GM to bring back the GEO. Maybe thay will share your opinion.
Mark
cooper and a Buick Park Ultra on the way to LA the buick got
95 MPG for 4 minutes wow!
As for post #1158, was that going down the grapevine???
Steve B. (backup car is a Chrysler 300M)
Has anyone gone through a transmission and can give me any pointers for replacement?
I've sailed offshore, can fix almost anything electronic or mechanical, diesel, refrigeration etc., but I've never been inside a manual transmission.
Thanks in advance,
Steve B.
I have the trans out and need a good used one only got 176,000 miles out of this one.
Thanks
:confuse:
From my knowledge it's the same car , but different names .
There are some differences at interior designs .
I'm sure that it will fit .
Do you have some Repair Books ? I need one in electronic format .
Good luck with your changes
I thought they were the same. I knew many body parts would change didnt know on any of the other parts.
Thanks
Zuk07
The car also had a vibrating brake pedal. My hubby changed the front rotors and pedals, and the brake vibe is gone, but the noise is still there.
I took the car to an auto center, had them check it out. The tech said it needed a right front bearing, and possibly a rough spot on the axle. So they ordered the parts and I took it up there again this morning to be changed. But the tech that was there this morning, didn't change it. He said there was no play, so he didn't think it was the bearing. He put it up on the lift, and listened with a stethoscope and couldn't hear the noise from the bearing, but did hear noise from the transmission gear box. He said maybe the bearing in the trans were going bad, or low gear oil. The car shifts and drives fine, so is it possible that's it the trans? I am very frustrated, and just want to get this figured out, so that I can drive my cute little car. I would greatly appreciate any suggestions?!! Also, my gas mileage isn't too good. Around 30 mpg, whereas edmunds.com says that this car should get 46-49 mpg. A tuneup has already been done, so any suggestions there? THANKS!!! :-)
I also changed to that size tire and had that clicking noise when going slow , and a somewhat roaring noise at speed.
Turned out (no pun intended) that a rear brake line had escaped from a small retainer clip and was rubbing against the wheel balancing weight on the inside.
These tires are on my convertible, they should make you save gas. But not if you take off like a rocket.
I would really check the air filter, a clogged catalyser and other regular stuff.
Now if you like to store things in your car or always have more than two on board, expect much less economy. I seriously managed to do 62 miles per gallon with my vert, in mountanous terrain, when I went to pick up new GT seats for it. I had removed the passenger seat for that trip to Northern Quebec. Good luck in finding this pesky noise.
Got a 96 L3 metro 1 litre.
The altrnator belt and or A/c belt started 'howling' a while back and I noticed that the belt *alt) looked like it was actually cutting into the timing cover (made of plastic).
Noticed that the water pump shaft was loose so I had our mechanic replace the water pump and front main oil seal and for good measure, the timing belt.
No squeals for a week or two then it statred back again.
Where can I find a new or used timing cover, or how does one adjust it, and could it be the alternator causing the problems as it only squeals when the air blower and or the fans kick on ?(it's NOT the AC)
I cant figure it out I've changed the ecm
any ideas ?????
Steve B.
If the coil and rotor both test good; then the problem is most likely a bad distributor cap and/or worn or dirty spark plugs. Metros are VERY demanding on spark plugs. They can look clean, and still not start reliably. I've found that changing to a plug of a different brand will sometimes make a huge difference. And be sure to use the recommended plug number (sometimes the plug that's now in the motor may not be the recommended type) Also, sometimes the carbon button can fall out of the inside of the distributor cap. That can cause all sorts of crazy symptoms.
If, and only if, all of the above suggestions didn't help, then I would replace the ignition pick-up unit in the distributor.
Incidentally, when replacing an ECM, it is important to disconnect the battery before doing anything to the ECM. Just having the key out is not enough. There are electrical feeds to the ECM which are hot even with the key off. Unbolting the ECM with the battery connected can cause damage, or disrupt the programming. You can reset the ECM's programming by disconnecting the battery, and waiting at least 30-45 seconds before connecting the battery again.