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I had to replace the grease in my sunroof tracks awhile back and the dealership recommended any standard white lithium grease.
Anybody know why the oil filters for the 4 cyl grand ams cost so much more considering they appear to be so much cheaper to make?
Or am I just living in a high rent area and folks are paying less elsewhere for these?
I have a Grand Prix and the key is now stuck. Dealer showed me that I can put my finger in through the bottom of the steering column cover and push a button up on the bottom of my ignition switch. This allows me to turn the key to the lock position and the key comes out. I found it is easier to get my finger on the button on the bottom of the ignition switch if my steering wheel is all the way up. This is temporary fix until I figure out the real problem.
So I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem? It sounds like something I could fix myself if I get the correct part...is this possible? What part would I be looking for, the turn signal switch lever?
Thanks.
That sounds like you had the same problem (my turn signal also makes the mysterious clicking noise every once in a while). Unfortunately my car is no longer under warranty, but if I knew what part to look for I could order it and install it myself.
Do you know exactly which parts(s) were replaced on your GA...do you have the invoice to refer to?
Thanks for your help.
Eric
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I have a '98 GA and I can't figure out how to adjust the damn headlights. They are pointing too high and I would like to adjust them to point a little lower. But, I just can't find the set screws to point them down - now I have owned a few cars, and never had a problem finding the adjustment screws, but these I just can't seem to find.
I would really appreciate if someone could point me in the right direction with a description of where the adjustment is or a web site, etc.
Thanks in advance for any and all help.
I just wanted to see if anyone could give me any info before I take off the front panel trim to access the relay.
Also, my coolant resevoir was really empty (my dash light came on) so I refilled but I'm wondering if I put too much in because I filled it to about 1" from the cap. It's been about a week and I haven't had any problems, no steam or anything. What kind of signs should I watch for if I have overfilled the resevior?
Thanks.
-2000 Grand Am SE1
It hasn't happened in the last few weeks, but sometimes while my signal is on, it will suddenly stop working (no light or click). I have to reset the turn signal stalk and push the hazard button once or twice to make the turn signal able to work again. Someone said that there might be a short in the relay, and that the turn signal lights are routed through the hazard light switch. But sometimes it feels like the turn signal doesn't release. And yes I have been driving along and all of a sudden I will hear clicking noises, but no turn signal lights come one. What's the deal?
How do I get the flasher unit and multi-function switch out, would I have to replace both?
Thanks.
To get at the multi function switch, there are three bolts on the bottom of the steering column holding the 2-piece trim on. Remove these bolts and the trim pieces, and everything is accessible. I let the dealer do it, but I think the multi-function switch comes off with 2 small bolts and one electrical connector. The steering wheel trim pieces are also a pain to get back on..takes a lot of jockeying around to get them to fit together correctly at the back (dash) end. I'm betting your problem is the multi-function switch and that the flasher relay is okay.
I'm not a big fan of higher octane fuel, but you might try 2-3 tanks to see if it has any effect.
Happy New Year!
JD
Nah, I didn't think so. :-)
That was the car I learned to drive. I saw a picture of it just this past weekend (family stuff and all), and I was amazed at what it really looked like as opposed to what I remember.
That was longer ago than many of you have even been alive, much less driving, I am quite sure.
:-D
My question is: Should I request anything else be done? (fuel pump, oxygen sensor, etc.) In the manual I don't think it states any major service done until I get to 100k. Also, last time I took it in the technician said to start thinking about having the struts replaced, how long do those last?
Thanks.
- Re engine idle, it's frustrating, but you can bet that your service dept. would be happy to find a problem and fix it under warranty. If general driveability is good, maybe you'd like to wait it out a while longer and see what happens. My '99 v-6 still idles fine and returns good mileage at 44K. Mobil 1 oil may be helping a bit.
when the dealer technician tells you there is no problem. Any one out there that has experienced this with 03's or earlier. Thanks.
Would some of you with experience with this car give me some ideas about what type of realibility to expect from this engine and transmission?
Is the engine prone to problems? water pump, head gasket. Does it use timing belt or chain?
What type of wear to look for in these years?
Is the auto trans. a 3 or 4 speed?
Thanks,
Joe
Any help on this would be appreciated.
I hear the water pump's a pain in the Quad 4, don't know if that carries over to the 2.4 or not.