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Pontiac Montana

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  • vanman1vanman1 Member Posts: 1,397
    Never heard of a peeling paint issue. Did something maybe drip on your van?
  • helnwlshelnwls Member Posts: 3
    Nothing has dripped on the van - it is outside though. Just started in the last month or so just at the hood closest to the windshield.

    Just waiting to see if anyone has had the same problems.

    Thanks
  • mama22boysmama22boys Member Posts: 1
    Hi,

    Some time ago maybe a year the lights on the right side of the radio display went dark. Now the climate control dial doesn't blow air unless it is on 3. And my daughter broke the cassette player. So I will probably spend the money to replace the entire unit.

    Our gas float gauge also stopped working about a year ago and the thermometer also only works occasionally.

    Don't know if it helps you to know that you are not alone!

    Have a good day!
    Pat
  • marty5898marty5898 Member Posts: 6
    This is a very common on these vehicles. The next time you walk through a parking lot take a look at how common in is. BTW, the hood is aluminum and will not rust, it just looks kind of crappy. I have a copy if a service bulletin dated Jan 2003 that I found on the web. It outlines the vehicles that are covered and your 2002 is included on the list. It is bulletin 01-08-51-004A.
  • baveuxbaveux Member Posts: 175
    Samething here,( Montana 2002) the rear door hatch paint is bubling and paint is flaking on the inside bottom of it. Its a strip of about 1 " wide starting right at the bottom of the hatch.

    The bottom right side door is the same. I have the same problem on my Century 2002 . I fill a complaint to GM and I am waiting for an offer .
  • andyn1andyn1 Member Posts: 1
    I have a 2001 Montana. The driver side far back power window will not close. There is no motor noise on this side.

    The far back passenger window works fine.

    Has anyone had this problem?
  • gord2elliottgord2elliott Member Posts: 1
    OK, so looks like my problems are pretty common with other Montana's - Gas gauge, and the friggin cooling thing- A/C and leaky gaskets, SO, my question is this.....why the heck is there not a recall on vehicles with these problems? I am sure that it must be brutal on the enviornment...leaking out all over. Isn't it illegal to dump antifreeze and A/C coolant on the ground. I have spent thousands on my problems.
  • cwesleygcwesleyg Member Posts: 64
    Our 2001 has this problem and I've seen it on many others. The hood on ours is blistered and flaking alsmost all the way across the top edge. It is frustrating watching this happen all across a hood that has zero rust. The paint just doesn't want to stick to that metal. It does appear that the metal has deteriorated somewhat. I've seen worse examples on some other GM cars with galvanized body panels. I have heighbor with a late 90's Bonneville that is missing about 1/3 of its paint. GM will only do something about it if there is rust through. Our Montana doesn't have any rust at all... just blistered paint or metal showing...

    What I really hate is the way all the black rubber door edging has fallen off... it actually caused the edge of the passenger side sliding door to bend over. Also the corrigated tube that goes from the roof to the back door comes lose all the time and encourages leaks into the interior of the van... but that all said, we have 75k on this van now, and it runs like a champ and we have had no AC issues. I do have a neighbor that had to have a head gasket done with low miles though.
  • marty5898marty5898 Member Posts: 6
    The reason your hood is not rusting is because it is made of aluminum and aluminum does not rust. Your 2001 might be under warranty for this still or not?
  • beccaboobeccaboo Member Posts: 1
    Hi

    If your still in the basic warranty period of 36 months/60,000 kms (whichever comes first) then GM will cover the peeling paint, rust and/or corrosion. I actually have my 2002 Montana in at the moment for paint repairs on the rear hatch(inside lip rusty), both rocker panels(peeling paint) and for the hood(inside and out peeling paint/corroding). Mind you the Pontiac dealer i'm dealing with wasn't too happy to do the repair work but a phone call to GM changed that fairly fast. I'm from Canada though so not sure if it would be different for the United States. Hope this helps. Good luck with your van. :)
  • vanman1vanman1 Member Posts: 1,397
    I had not heard of this paint peeling issue on some vans before. I will have to watch for it. Our van is just over a year old and aside from a door rattle, it's been trouble free. It's being used for a part time business also so it's getting heavy use too.

    Hopefully since it's a 2004, it will be better than the early models.
  • yan73yan73 Member Posts: 2
    hi im having the same problem on my montana 2001 i just brought it in to get the head gasket fix and the lower intake gasket i never tought i was gonna have that kind of problem. i had a toyota corolla before and never had any problem with it for 7 years.
    can somebody tell me whats wrong with these van???
  • veryunhappyveryunhappy Member Posts: 1
    Okay i bought my 2001 montana ext 7-18-2005 56000 miles, GM CERTIFIED. Really what is certified ???? So far I've had my ignition relay swith replaced and my right side hub, now my front vents have spit out smoke, dealer tells me its normal to have problems shifting from park, lol, normal. also shifts hard between gears 3-4 rpms plus wipers are not intermittent hello when you adjust it they stop where ever they are talk about dangerous. rattle in back??? any thoughts??? please help :cry: :lemon: :mad:
  • yan73yan73 Member Posts: 2
    hi im having that problem on my montana 2001 i just brought it in to get the head gasket and the lower intake gasket fix. a job of 1400 dollars .im having problem with the a/c too .i notice the problem when i start to loose dexcool.

    i would get it inspect if i was you cause your engine can overheat and then you will have more problem.

    i dont know why theres no recall on these vans?
  • viavia Member Posts: 1
    Same problem with Montana 2001. The paint on the hood is peeling.
  • cwesleygcwesleyg Member Posts: 64
    Not w/ 75K... aluminum corodes nicely and loses paint better yet...
  • cwesleygcwesleyg Member Posts: 64
    "GM CERTIFIED" is supposed to represent a complete check of all systems... Whatnit really is.... its a paper sign they hang on any vehicle that looks "reasonably worn"... it is a marketing gimmick more than anything else...
  • kaygo1997kaygo1997 Member Posts: 1
    does anyone know how to take the vcr out of the van? ours is eating tapes and need to fix it. it's a 2001. thanx
  • kart1kart1 Member Posts: 1
    I know for sure that paint peeling on alluminum hood , and head gasket leakage are definitely a common problems in the montana 2000, because i have them both,and many people have one or the other problem.
    I've seen a GM dealer in canada but he said he couldn't do anything unless I pay big bucks.....this because the stupid warranty is expired, but isn't it a MANUFACTURER DEFECT? since it's common to all montanas!
    answer me please,
    thanks
  • drifter3drifter3 Member Posts: 7
    I have a 2001 montana and my gas gauge just quit working. Float back and forth from full to half... A/C doesn't work anymore. And every once an awhile the driver side power lock release doesn,t work. Will work every time from the pass side.
    Rear wiper will quit every once an awhile...
    But it drives and handles nice ..not to noise..gas mileage from 23-31 (canadian gallons). Will probabaly keep it until something major happens.
  • tmakitmaki Member Posts: 1
    I have a 99 Montana with similar problems, except the passenger side power window is broke and the power locks are intermittent. Same thing as you with the gas gauge. I took it to auto zone and dropped 5 codes:
    EVAP emission control system/vent valve (0449)
    EVAP pressure sensor 0452
    EVAP pressure sensor 0453
    Extended travel valve pintal stuck open (1404)
    5 volt ref B circuit 1639

    If I can just get the gas gauge/locks and pass side window switch working I will be satisfied. I like the power and acceleration.
  • c014903c014903 Member Posts: 2
    Has anyone experienced a SEVERE road noise from the rear from a 2000 Montana. My back passengers can hear a thing and I have to have my radio up pretty loud to hear music. I was thinking it was the tires since they are the original tires on the rear only, but when I switch road surfaces the noise sounds exactly the same. I have 50,000 on the vehicle.

    Anyone know what this could be. I have noticed it probably since year 1 of the vehicle, now its just getting ridiculous. I have 2 children and I am afraid it might affect their hearing over time.
  • just4fun2just4fun2 Member Posts: 461
    Have you had the rear wheel bearings check out?
  • ronsmith38ronsmith38 Member Posts: 228
    If the tires are the original General's, they are probably cupped, and will create severe road noise. I replaced them on my 2000 Silhouette at 35000 miles for that reason.
  • c014903c014903 Member Posts: 2
    Thanks, I just got a call from teh dealer and he said my tires need replacing due to them being cupped. I guess it's off to Sam's Club now for some tires.
  • clipclip Member Posts: 2
    I have a 2000 Montana std wb. The roof, behind the windshield is rusting, the paint on the rear edge of the hood lacks adhesion to the metal, and the paint on the front bumper cover is starting to peel. GM is declining any responsibility due to the mileage exceeding the 100K warranty. What does mileage have to do with poor design or material issues?
  • flmudsharkflmudshark Member Posts: 1
    My ABS quit along with the Traction Control in my 2001 Montana. at the same time. The warning lights stay on. My mechanic said the right hub speed sensor wire had been pulled out and the only way to fix it was to replace the hub ($400.00). I searched for parts and discovered there is a speed sensor listed for the wheel. Is this replacable by a good "backyarder" or is my mechanic correct? I just replaced this hub 30,000 miles ago. (I have 101,000 on it now).
  • gambitpgambitp Member Posts: 1
    Hello, My wife and I really love our Montana. We bought it used with over 60000 miles and over 20000miles later it is still running great. My only problem is I accidently knocked out my passeneger side power mirror and had to have it replaced. I tried to do it myself. But I don't know how to unplug the old mirror and plug in the new mirror. Does anyone know how to reach that plug? Your help is much appreciated. Oh and this is for a 99 Montana.
  • clipclip Member Posts: 2
    I believe the rust and paint adhesion problems are due to poor design or poor manufacturing techiques. How does one initiate a class action suit against GM?
  • phylosphylos Member Posts: 3
    I'm looking for a replacement DVD remote control for a used 2002 Potiac Montana. I won't necessarily need the factory remote, but any universal remote that works would be fine also. The problem is that I have no idea what the make and model number is for the factory DVD player in the Pontiac Montana entertainment system. If I knew that I'd have half a chance of programming a universal remote control to work the thing or perhaps purchase a replacement remote control on ebay or where ever. Any help?
  • drifter3drifter3 Member Posts: 7
    My 2001 montana is doing the same thing .....how did you fix yours
  • drifter3drifter3 Member Posts: 7
    Any luck with getting your gas gauge fixed or your power locks
  • slctehbslctehb Member Posts: 1
    I had the same problem with my 98 with 100k miles on it. I just replaced the lower intake gasket, had the head machined and it works great. I've put 14000 miles on it since. The parts weren't that expensive, but I bet labor would be.
  • wandakwandak Member Posts: 1
    Listening to your story brings back so many memories. I have a 2000 Pontiac Montana Extended as well. I purchased this vehicle new so there are no previous owners except the dealership ofcourse. Your doors I totally forgot that my van use to do this. My van did this back in 2002-2003 somewhere in there. I took it to the dealership but they had no clue what was going on, because the problem was not present when they were looking for it, eventually the problem just stopped. And the jerking in the van I noticed this recently started in the rear of the van like something was holding the van back when we would be at a complete stop and begin moving, then there would be a little jerk and we would be on our way, this also went undetected when I tried to get a mechanic to look at this. Well now that the warranty is warn out the problem with the jerking is very present and noticable. I just paid 480 to get this problem fixed on 10/14/05, and here we are 10/17/05 the problem is still there. I have a gut feeling that it is a transmission problem. Not fun, I have my luck with vehicles going to trash right as soon as the warranty runs out. When I take my van to the dealership I feel like I am the only person who sees the "pink elephant" and no one else sees what I am talking about. That is only when the warranty is in effect of course. That all changes when the warranty doesnt pose a problem.
  • helnwlshelnwls Member Posts: 3
    Thanks Beccaboo -
    Sounds like the exact same thing.
    I understand the aluminum thing - and realize that is why we are not rusting, but I haven't come across some of the other rust issues either.

    Beccaboo - are you in Ontario and who did you contact at GM, can you give me a number??

    Thanks for everyone's help - I am working on this issue and I will let you know the results. ;)
  • hoosierkixhoosierkix Member Posts: 1
    Did you ever get a responsea? Yes, a backyarder can replace the hub. The only special tool you need the axle lug nut socket which can be found at most auto parts stores. I believe it is a 34mm. If you can replace the brakes, this is really not much more difficult. I used a wheel puller to push the axle back through the hub but there wasn't much pressure needed. The hub assembly cost me about $175 at NAPA and the socket was about$10 if I remember correctly. If the brake pads are worn it's a good time to replace them because you have to take the caliper off anyway.
  • bodyman1bodyman1 Member Posts: 1
    Hi-My 2002 Montana just started doing your problem. I called dealer service manager who never heard of it(in big city-big dealership). Ever get it fixed? Mine started a frying noise mid-dash. The lock receiver is about there.

    bodyman1
  • tan1tan1 Member Posts: 3
    I am trying to flush the cooling system to replace the coolant as its now more than 5 years on my 2000 montana van. The drain plug at the bottom of the radiator is really weared, I don't know how to open it, does it need a special tool? I tried with nose plyer but it didn't work. if any body knows please let me know.
    thanks

    Tan1
  • pontuserpontuser Member Posts: 3
    As I"> know, the original coolant is good for 150k miles or 240k KM and not number of years<img src="
  • pontuserpontuser Member Posts: 3
    Does anybody know how to fix it--any fuse etc..
    The console is just dead blank
  • fredjoh2fredjoh2 Member Posts: 2
    I have a 2000 model and had the same problem. I had the connector that plugs into the gas tank cleaned and that fixed it for a while, but eventually had to have the connector replaced. Water was getting into the connection and corroded the pins. Works good as new now.
  • tan1tan1 Member Posts: 3
    thanks for the response, the GM owners manual says coolant replacement 150,000 miles or 60 months which ever comes first. any one knows how to open the drain plug of the radiator to drain the coolant situated at the bottom of the radiator.
  • rogeroge Member Posts: 1
    Nothing but trouble with this car. Bought new in 2000.
    - Head gasket was fixed under warranty
    - same with ABS
    - roof was rusted thru and was completely replaced under "extended warranty". It took 8 months of calling GM Canada, but it finally got done last week.
    - paint on hood is peeling and GM won't do anything about it.
    - radio lights are gone and will be fixed on our own.
    - rear wiper stop functionning
    - rear driver side door won't open (fixed on our own)

    Love the car, but hate the GM service. I also have a 2003 Toyota Corolla and the service is 10 times better. This is not my 1st GM, but will probably be my last one. Traded my old Chevrolet with 360,000 km for the Montana and that car was great (original engine and transmission). GM should wake up and treat customers better...
  • ncmom1ncmom1 Member Posts: 1
    We bought it used w/ 85,000 miles and almost 4 years later w/ 138,000 miles it still runs great. Only tires & breaks have been replaced.I'd love to hear feedback on how many more troublefree miles can be expected. It will be paid off at the end of the year & would like to keep it another year or two w/o a payment. :)
  • pontuserpontuser Member Posts: 3
    I have noticed on Pontiac that 2 montanas out of 10 have problems. So it is all luck.. GM service also needs a lot of improvement. Since you already had all conceivable problems, probably now it will give you a good service once these are all fixed.

    The best thing with Montana is that one should by a used Montana with about 130 to 150 k KMS, it will run OK upto 300k KMS since all the problems are resolved within first 150 k
  • 2bmofo2bmofo Member Posts: 1
    we have a 1999 montana there is a metal on metal sound when you turn sharply to the left or right took off the tire there is a .5 inch groove around the inside of the rim on both tires! any ideas or experience with this?
  • jack13675jack13675 Member Posts: 1
    you will have to remove face of radio. remove top cover of radio unplug wireing harness that goes to faceplate (they plug in to main circuit board) so face can be removed. after you un plug. remove faceplate from radio snaps into place with plastic tabs all around radio after you remove faceplate. ( the circuit board must be removed from faceplate) .5 or 6 small screws.once you separate circuit board from faceplate. there is a lcd display unit that has to be removed from circuit board by straighting the metal tabs from behind.straighten tabs remove display you will see bulbs on board they are solderd in the board.desolder and remove bulbs. I hope this helps
  • vanman1vanman1 Member Posts: 1,397
    We have a 2004 (now 1 1/2 years old) and have had zero issues aside from a crack in the washer fluid cap from the cold. It's been a fantastic van but it's also 4 years later in improvements. I hear the new vans are even better.
  • brennanbrennan Member Posts: 1
    My 00 Montana has 2 brown cloth captian chairs. I would prefer the 3 across arrangement. Anyone in the DC area like to swap?
  • wiggleswiggles Member Posts: 2
    Hi there. My ABS light just sent on in my 2001 Pontiac van as well. I have 65,000KM on it. Can you tell me where you found this speed sendor wire? Is this also referred to as the ABS harness? What did you pay for your sensor?
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