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Paul P
The one on the window.
If I find the fuse and pull it will it cause other problems?
I am sure the problem is in the ignition switch. I am going to spray it with electronic contact cleaner. It might be as simple as that.
Here's all I could get from this site regarding the symptoms, but there's no detail on the cure.
"Summary:
VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO FILL WITH FUEL/ FILLING STATION PUMP SHUTS OFF BEFORE TANK FULL. ALSO INCLUDING 2003 BUICK RAINIER. *MR"
I've been dealing with this problem for 2 years and need to know the cure.
It got to the point the dealer replaced the gas tank and filler pipe. It still splash gas back out the filler pipe.
The final solution was to replace the charcoal canister and vent line. It was full of fuel and couldn't vent the tank when filling. Have the dealer check it out.
Allen
I have a 2004 4WD Isuzu Ascender, an GMC Envoy clone. Base on the problems I have read on this forum, I feel fortunate. Engine (4.2 6cyl) is smooth as silk, mileage is decent for an SUV (16-21), and it is fairly comfortable vehicle to ride in. Other than a CD/radio that gets hot at night due to the display lights, I have had no problems with this vehicle. Knock on fake wood. I do wish it was a bit more stable when cornering and have been considering upgrading the sway bars that many on here have done. Fortunately the Isuzu warranty is 3/50k miles(bumper to bumper) and 10/75k (powertrain) thus, if anything bad does occur, I am cover for a couple more years and more on the powertrain. I only have to hope Isuzu stays in business, LOL.
My question to the forum is, "Has anybody else had a problem with the radio/cd player overheating at night? " And if so, what was the fix? Thanks.
Try turning the intensity of your instrument panel lights down to about half. The bulbs will run cooler, and last a lot longer too.
Try some light jazz.
How many months supply of Rainiers does GM have sitting on lots? I know the Arlington, TX GM Full-size SUV factory has been scheduled to be shut down for 6 weeks so far this year because of excess inventory.
Don't they allow test drives? Maybe you should ask the dealer for the GM 24 Hour Test Drive being promoted a while back.
--Robert
I do live in the northeast but it must be from water not draining properly or to much is getting in through the window seal. One rear door is the worst, the other rear door is starting and on of the front doors is starting also. The warranty on cosmetic rust is 3/36k and the rust through warranty is 6/100k . it wont rust through in 6 years but it will be hard to sell
Reading this board, the triplets have a ton of issues. Not big ones, but little ones that drive people insane. I had to resolve the wind noise in my TB myself. What does that say about GM? I love Chevy's. However, if I was given the same price on a Trailblazer or a 4Runner, I'd take the Toyota. The styling is better, and the quality is better.
GM and Ford need to get their heads out of their (insert expletive) and get some styling changes made and solve their quality issues. I really like the Chevrolet HHR and the Trailblazer SS models coming out, but if they are asking huge dollars for them, I don't want them.
I bought a TB because of the huge discounts GM was offering. It was all about the money. GM has lost its luster, and I am afraid it can't get it back until they make a vehicle that never has problems. They don't even come close at this point.
Steve, Host
This is a made in the U.S.A. vehicle and is a great alternative to the tripletts. The only shortcoming as compared to a TB is the out of door towing capacity. It comes short.
BTW, the reason I am still here posting is that no-one has anything much to say ( complain about) about 2005 Endeavors.
LS XLS LIMITED
Engine Type: V6 V6 V6
Engine Block: Cast Iron Cast Iron Cast Iron
Cylinder Head: Aluminum Alloy Aluminum Alloy Aluminum Alloy
Displacement (liters): 3.8 3.8 3.8
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net): 225@5000 225@5000 225@5000
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm): 255@3750 255@3750 255@3750
Redline (rpm): 6200 6200 6200
Bore and Stroke (mm): 95.0 x 90.0 95.0 x 90.0 95.0 x 90.0
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1 10.0:1 10.0:1
Valvetrain: SOHC 24-Valve SOHC 24-Valve SOHC 24-Valve
It takes a very narrow vision to not see that other countries may also have good and great engineers. Look around you, do Lexus, Nissan and Toyota come from Michigan?
I am not saying the Endeavor will be the best car ever. I am saying the 2001 and 2002 Trailblazers I owned were the worst.
Yep, some look at the Endeavor and wonder Mitsubishi: Can This Brand Be Saved?. (Inside Line)
"Indeed, turnarounds happen. Look at Chrysler, Nissan and Volkswagen, the Mitsubishi folks point out."
I'd say it's about GM's time, in spite of whispering about Bob Lutz. (Inside Line)
With all the rumors of GM going Chapter 11 and all sorts of doom and gloom articles, it's probably just a great time to load up on some GM stock, especially if you like the TBs and think GM is undervalued right now. (this ain't financial advice so don't bet your retirement on some internet musings :shades: ).
Steve, Host
That's like saying the color red is superior to the color blue. I drive a truck because I like the ruggedness of a truck. If I wanted a car, I'd buy a car. My only complaint about the SUVs of today is that too many soccer moms are driving them which leads to manufacturers to soften the ride and lower them so they can't go offroad.
I wouldn't blame the mythical soccer mom for my own preferences in a vehicle. Manufacturers tend to provide products their customers will buy and the vast majority (men and women both!) who buy SUVs desire the large form factor with passenger vehicle comfort and amenities.
tidester, host
Guess I'll drop by the body shop and see what they can do for me.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
We currently have an infant car seat (rear facing) carrier and a booster seat in the back and have plenty of room. We've had a 3rd kid sit inbetween those two (without a car seat) just fine.
The back seat of our Envoy is 6" wider than the rear bench seat of a Ford Freestar van. A friend of ours tried to put 3 car seats in her van and wasn't able to.. she couldn't believe that I had another 6" over her van!
$100 to have it installed.
The instructions make it seem fairly easy once I buy the tools I do not have.
What it does not specify however is how to position the car relative to the suspension.
For those who have done this, do I lift the TB by the frame and have the tires off the ground with the suspension hanging?
I'm asking thinking about the front bushings and rear sway bar.
How tough is it to break the bolts loose? Truck has gone through 3 winters so far in an area the uses lots of salt. Not sure what to expect???
All that really matters is that YOU are happy with what you purchased--and it sounds as though you are quite pleased with your choice of vehicle. Best of luck to you ficuss!
Ron M.
For the most part, the Hotchkis bar self-centers when you install it.....just like the factory bar does. (It doesn't have the cast in stops, but fits/works the same way). I've installed and un-installed one with the vehicle on the ground! - Its actually a bit easier to get the bushing hold-downs on with the vehicle level and supported by the tires or axle.
You just shimmy on under and unblolt the factory unit and manipulate the original bar out and then new one in. Note that it is NOT necessary to remove trailing arm as they indicate in the directions. I simply removed the bushing hold downs, the end-link nuts and just moved the bar around until it was clear. - All with the vehicle on the ground! (I'm 6'2" & 250 lbs and can slide on under no problem)
Believe it not, I'd still consider either a 4Runner or TrailBlazer today, as I need 4-lo and skidplates for my travels. A pickup is too long and light in the rear for my use. And YES, my former Blazer did get a helluva lot of use out of the skidplates, but I never got stuck with my Chevy's as I did with my Fords. Chevy's and Toyota's have a better 4-lo crawl ratio. Jeeps are a consideration too if their redesigned 05's are better than their prior generation models. Jeep's handling and straight-6 were fantastic, but forum comments about transmission and brake issues, among others, kept it out of consideration for me in 2003. On top of that, there was only (1) Jeep in all of No. Calif. from Bakersfield to the Oregon border at the time that was equipped with an L/S diffy and skidplates, and it was 150 miles away. These were essential options for me that were standard on 4Runners and TB's .
From what I have been reading on this forum about the TB, it looks like most of the problems people are having are with the 4 wheel drive TBs. Mine is a 2 WD and I have been very lucky in that I haven't had any major problems. Yes, I have taken it in for the recalls, but haven't had the air noise problem from the luggage rack rails, haven't had any rust problems, haven't had any electrical wiring problems, pretty much a dependable vehicle for me. I did have to have one of the O2 sensors replaced and the original battery started leaking about 18 months after I bought the vehicle in Aug 2001. I can only guess that I have been lucky with this vehicle. I love it!! Guess I got one that was made when all the workers were in a good mood.