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I apologize for double posting but I have received only one reply -Thanks again n7don-
and there are lots of these mechanically identical GM vans out there. From what I have observed it is a pretty widespread issue.
Just trying to drum up more conversation.
Thank you,
alien10
With the engine running in Park and you open the power sliding passenger door, upon closing the AB light may stay on without flashing. It may go out but I usually restart the engine to resolve
I have about 5 that have gone. Is it a question of replacing a bulb or the complete switch.
2000 Chevy Venture - wipers stopped moving. I removed a plate 2-3 all assembled together - from the motor spindle - before that the screw that fastened this plate down was just spinning. Under the plates is a stop of sorts with a leaf spring - not sure what this is supposed to do or engage? Looking on top of the plates there is a pin - thats in a slot. I have no idea how to install this plate again - and which position the wiper blades, plates and pin in slot should all be related. Nothing "looks" broken. If anyone can help - a BIG thank you. OR if you know an online resourse that may help. ALLDATA did not list my Venture.
Thank you.
Don't these cars have separate little voltage regulators on them any more?
I too have my lights flickering. I think I will remove the grounding bolt, clean and grind a new surface on the contacting faces, and put dielectric greese on it to see if it stops. I was thinking that the regulator was going out but didn't want to even think about the nightmare of getting out the alternator. I'm having a hard enough time getting to the back three spark plugs.
Good luck.
Steve, Host
I bought the part (a $5.00 screw ) and had it installed at an independent repair shop for $30 labor.
SUCCESS!!!
My lights did NOT flicker when I picked it up yesterday and did NOT flicker when I started it this morning after being in the driveway overnight at 30 degrees F.
After the grounding bolt replacement, the repair shop said the alternator is putting out 14 volts but that they consider that normal and that I did not need to replace the alternator.
If it was not for this wonderful forum and the helpful people on it, it now appears I would have wasted more than $600 on a new alternator that I did not need.
Thank you EDMUNDS and your sponsors for providing this useful service.
I literally had to all the research via this site to get the TSB number and the part number and tell the same dealer this what I want fixed. I have no idea where the alternator ground wire is located. I would be interested to learn from the DIY'ers.
Try the search using flickering lights Impala's and it might come up.
http://www.impalahq.com/TSB/TSB01-06-03-005.html
The Edmunds IMPALA forum is very active. I used to own an Impala before I traded it in for a Venture after we had our baby.
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QUESTION:
Still need to know what is the correct VOLTAGE that should be coming off the alternator?
Never stranded by the van, just a lot of things that go wrong like my Blazer.
Bruce
You could try putting some type of tape around the seal on the outside for a test drive to see if it improves. (Make sure you take the tape off while its fresh!!)
Good luck!
Looking at the engine on the left side where the water pump is attached to the engine there is a little well and believe I saw a drop of the orange anti freeze there.
I got the Change Oil Light on - it was due anyway, but when I drained it looked OK, tiny bit of sludge around the oil filler cap. Replaced oil, filter and at moment everything seems OK.
Taking into dealer to have cooling system pressure tested. Did Chev ever replace any out of warranty on a recall?
Any info appreciated
Great quality, great mileage, great comfort!. The new owner tells me he is very happy with it, even with the high miles.
I then bought an '02 Venture, and my feelings are reversed. I've had nothing but problems with this van. It has just over 80,000 miles, and it's been one problem after another. I had to reseal the windshield within the first week. The front wheel bearings went out within the first 40,000 miles. Just a few months later, at about 55,000, the intake manifold gasket cracked. The shocks and struts were next, worn slap out after just 75,000. I can't get rid of a vibration on the right side, even with new tires balanced and alignment.
The brake lights on both sides go out regularly. So far I've had to replace the lamp on the right side twice and the left side four times.
Much more of this and I'll be dumping this van soon.
Even though I've been a loyal GM customer for over 15 years, I'm not sure I'll remain so for long. I feel like I'm not abandoning them. With their drop in quality, they're abandoning me.
You ought to post in the reliable minivan board about your 98.
My dealer wants $300 do to the spark plugs 2.5 hours labor and $50 for the six platinum plugs.
Whoa they can go for another few thousand. I can imagine if you took it to a quick lube place they would only do the front three and not do the rear.
I did read the the two engine mounts just above the radiator have to be released and the engine allowed to move forward so you could lean over the engine.
However I thought they could be got at from underneath if on a high garage ramp.
The next day after I got it home there was antifreeze all over the garage floor, and although set up to take it back the problem was the radiator cap (original) was leaking and could not hold the pressure. Replaced and all OK
Thanks,
Scott
Keith
I also had the gas tank checked as sensed rattling underneath and there are three straps that hold the gas tank on. However there is also a bolt to secure the tank to the frame. This had worked loose. This must have accounted for the creaking noise when I filled up - earlier post.
Millions affected by this--if even 1% posted complaints, we'd see some solid action by GM
Dear Ford,
I lost my way and found the rock. i dont like it here. their is nothing but pain for me here. Im comming back home to you.