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I've just recently aquired a 2000 Park Avenue,and while it is a very nice car,I found that while at low speeds(3-10mph)when the brake is applied it makes a very loud whine.Mind you it isn't a squeel but more like a dull groan.Anyone else ever have this problem-and yes it vibrates at 70 plus mph. Any help appreciated.
Mickey Mullins
If the crank angle sensor is bad, it would die completly or not start one time, then start fine the next.
Your problem sounds like a clogged fuel filter, tired fuel pump about to fail or clogged fuel injectors. The items need to be serviced in that order.
The fuel filter is pretty self-explanatory. If you can't remember the last time it was changed, change it. Also, put some gas treatment in your tank that specifically is designed to 'dry' the gas, meaning absorb the water and allow it to pass through the filter. Many new filters are made with a material that, if exposed to water, will clog and not let the gas pass through.
As for the pump, you may need to get the pressure checked against the factory spec; if it is not within 80% or so of the factory specifications, the pump is wearing out. The tank will need to be dropped in order to replace it. ONLY USE AN AC-DELCO PUMP!!!
As for the fuel injectors, find a shop that will sell you a can of BG 44K and put it in the gas tank. It is used by professional shops to clean injectors and excess valve deposits. If you can't find a shop, go to www.bgfindashop.com and type in your ZIP code.
Good luck!
Joe
I have a 2000 and they are great cars...quit, fast, but get steady 28 mpg at 75mph. Can be sensitive to out of balance tires.
I am on third 3800 engine...highest miles was 175k (totaled when rearended) and used no oil between changes. Water pump went at 90 and 170k, but timing chain still in good shape! 3800's are bullet proof IMHO.
I bought my Park Avenue Ultra new in 1999. I have had to put brakes on the Park Avenue 7 times since I have owned the auto.
I have done a complete brake system, which included rotors, calipers, pads, drums, etc. in 3 of the 7.
Every 10-12k miles I am replacing the pads and need a complete brake job in every 20-30K miles.
I have written GM and they have denied any knowledge of braking system problems (isn't that just like a car company). They have offered me a $1,000 incentive to trade in my PA for a new buick. I have very low mileage on my vehicle and am reluctant to trade it in.
Has anyone else had these types of problems?
How about LOW mileage used PA's??? Here there are lots of Buicks driven just 5-8k ayear by Sr citizens who give up driving !!! I'm looking for the perfect 2000-02 now for my wife-esp if it !has Stabilitrack ? Anyone have experience with that options effectiveness ??
i have been to two different mechanics neither fixed the problem. one replaced the wheel bearing and didnt even hear the noise to begin with. my baby still makes the noise...i have inspected the cv joint, it is not cracked. the driver side front tire does show significant wear...all other tires are great. perhaps that is a clue?
i love my car and i want it in top condition. please help me! :confuse:
I have a '97 PA Ultra with touring suspension and 70,000 mi.
Back at 60,000 mi. I replaced the brake pads and have had nothing but squeals and rattles since. Twice in the last 10000 miles I've taken it all apart and semared smeared the back of the pads with anti squeal lube with only temporary releif of the squealing and nothing seems to help the caliper rattle.
I can rock the calipers by hand even after torquing the pins to spec.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Problem: Whenever i press the brakes to hard there is annoying squeaking sound coming form the front left side. It changes pitch too.
Does anyone know what the problem might be. I would appreciate it very much if somebody could help me out.
Thank you
I just retired my 95 Crown Vic (207k miles!) to upgrade to the 2000 PA Ultra and love it!
Although the Vic did have more head room for me. Anybody know if it possible to get the seat slid back farther on the track to give me an extra inch or two of leg room?
On using Premium Fuel: I drive 75 miles one-way to work. Manual says
you don't necessarily need premium fuel if the engine doesn't knock.
I don't notice any knock with 87 octane and I can get 30-31 mpg
on flat portions of highway with the cruise on. My question is: Is long-term
use of premium "better" for the 3800/Supercharged engine? I'm guessing
it matters not given my almost exclusive highway use of my Ultra.
I've noticed a whine when I accelerate under certain conditions. Often,
after turning off the cruise as I get into town. Anyone know what this is?
I reviewed a bunch of messages here and my Ultra also seems to make
a groaning sound when I turn the wheel hard (not too bad, but I've noticed
then I go to park the car in my office lot, it will groan a little as I make that
90 degree turn)
FINALLY, I have an infant and was wondering if the 2000 PA comes with the new car seat anchors, I don't remember finding this when I looked. Are they located only on one side in the back? Anyone know?
Thanks!
Out 03 LeSabre has them. They are on the front edge of the rear shelf.
>groaning
Check for the strut cushions slipping erratically giving the moaning. My service manager had me hold my hand on the spring while he turned the front wheels smoothly from side to side. You could feel the cushion or bearing for the top of the strut give causing a twang sound. One slipping in smaller jerks could cause a moaning because the spring and suspension tended to resonate with the vibration.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
no codes.
"Empty" and then to its correct position.
It worked for me!
Thank you,
Don
Do you have a gauge? Does it seem to be charging at the right voltage. Do you notice any difference when starting the car like the battery doesn't seem fully charged; the starter just doesn't hit with the same zap it used to have.
The whine could mean it's lost a diode. You might take it off and get it checked at the Auto places that run a free test in hopes you'll buy a replacement. I recommend Advance Auto because they have AC remanufacturer alternators if you do need one.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
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Jeannine Fallon
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