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1999 Pontiac Grand Am GT - Page 6 Questions & Answers
What is draining my battery
?? There are heaps of factors to consider it's not just a matter of '####' is draining your battery. there are loads of things that can cause your battery to go flat. Most likely thing is an old dead battery that needs to be replaced
Exmark walk behind will not fire
If you remover the pull assembly off you'll see that it fits into this housing it looks like a gear almost that is the flywheel they may refer to it as fan but if you were to take that off underneath if where the magnets are located and also you could try cleaning the air filter as well but if it is hard to pull then I am pretty sure you fly or "fan" wheel is the culprit hope this helps
Push rod diagram
Exhaust push rods are longer
- 6.0740 Inch Overall Length
- Standard Size
- Intake valves are
- 5.7460 Inch Overall Length
- Standard Size. Front head.
front head standing in front of car passenger to driver side
Ex , in ,in Ex ,in Ex
rear head standing in front of car passenger to driver side
Ex. ,In , Ex , In , In , Ex
remember exhaust push rods are longer
Rocker arm bolt ................................ 124 lb. in.plus 30 degrees
Blinker
Dawn, one of your lights are bad. turn on your lights and visually check which one are not lit and replace it.
P0115 code
P0115 is Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Malfunction
disconnect coolant sensor ,look for antifreeze in connector if yes change coolant sensor and connector terminal
hope it helps
Engine fan keeps running
It's possible that the fan control relay is intermittently sticking causing the fans to run continuously. This can overheat and subsequently blow the fuse. Try replacing the relay and see if anything changes.
Hope this helps.
Battery is dead in a 99 pontiac grand am and i jump start it and wont stay running
don't always think about the more complex probs, as most are simple and can be done by any decent backyard mechanic..I don't know about the rest of you folks, but I inquire on this website for I DON'T have to take it to a mechanic...you have to have more confidence in your own abilities...I try to answer questions for that particular person does't end up taking it to a mechanic...I feel thats why they inquire on this website in the first place...garages are SO high in their prices its getting kind of ridiculous...don't ever leave a car running with jumper cables for more then a few minutes as it can shorten or burn up your electrical componets that some require less than one volt to operate...unlike the carburated of cars years past today's cars are more sensitive to the voltage changes it receives...see if battery charges up OK with a battery charger...it should be fully charged...the noise you hear if its a high-pitched whine could be a burned out diode in the alternater...if your battery is more than 3-4 yrs old its probably needs replacing...I'm constantly surprised at the number of people who always suggest you take it to a garage as most automotive chains (particulary Auto Zone will chek your charging system for nothing...obviously if they detect a problem they expect you to purchase the part from them...make friends with some of your neighborhood back yard mechanics...it'll save you alot of money!!...because of the fact that alot of electrical componets require less than a volt, its imperitive you keep the charging system up to par for its putting out between 12-12.7 volts (although I believe it can drop to a minimum of 11 volts).a simple electrical tester is a must have as your first tool ($10-$20) ...goog luck!!
How to tell if water pump is bad 3800 gm
The 3800's also had other problems. And also Issues for those that are unaware.
Be aware that there are bleeder screws to bleed air out of the system when filling the coolant. With out properly bleeding the system the coolant can Vaporlock in the system causing overheating.
Also if it has been over heated you need to check for a blown head gasket. Smell the antifreeze, if it smells burnt you should be concerned. Next with the engine cold and the system properly bled, leave the radiator cap off and start the engine, if it bubbles constantly or bursts out of the open radiator cap, seek diagnosis at your local repair shop as they have the equipment to do so properly.
I also suggest using an Infrared Thermometer to check temperatures with. if the engine is at 230f and the upper hose is at 200f, and the lower hose is still cool you likely have a clogged radiator. If the upper hose is cool as well then you have a bad water pump or t-stat. if the upper hose slowly warms, and you start to get bubbles then it's likely a water pump with the fins eroded off by electrolysis (gotta change that coolant at regular intervals)
Also make sure the radiator fans turn on.
What is the ets button for
ETS stands for Enhanced Traction System.
This is GM's version of Traction Control - it improves traction (to reduce likely hood of skidding) on slippery or loose surfaces.
Car shuts off while driving wont start up
You need to replace your crankshaft position sensor located by the harmonic balacer. These sensors heat up and cut off the engine until the sensor cools down. This happens with age and it is not specific to GM.
99 pontiac grand am warms up but wont blow air through vents
You would need to figure out if the blower motor is operating at peak efficiency - if it is running fast on the high setting. If it is, the problem could be a blend door under the dash, or something else blocking air flow. If its not running fast, it could be the motor or a wiring problem. The resistor only cuts down current for the lower speeds.
Coolant boiling
have a compression test done to determine head gasket or cracked head . Check that the fan is operational . IF viscous fan hub and the over heating occurs at idle at lights etc the replace the viscous hub. Have the radiator flow tested for blocked cores and if blocked replace it as flushing is a waste of time . Check hoses and if the hose is soft and enlarged past the clamps then replace them. Have the thermostat removed and checked for correct operation
Overheating
Odds are that the thermostat is stuck in the closed position. Replace it with a new one with a new gasket. Its easy to do and will cost around 10 bucks. Also watch the exhaust to see if it is making a lot of steam and dripping greenish water. If it is then you have a more serious problem like a blown head gasket or cracked head. Don't continue to drive with a overheating engine because it can cause the head to crack or warp.
Oil change light
99 pontiac, change oil light reset process... turn ignition switch to on (do not start) press the accelerater pedal to the floor and release it three times... you should hear an audible chime indicating that the light has been successfully reset. If not start over and try again.
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