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What is this discussion about? Pontiac Trans Sport, Pontiac Montana, Van
#381 of 1485 2000 montana...Great Van!! by engine12
Feb 13, 2001 (7:21 am)
I swore up and down left and right i would never buy American again....Well we bought a 2000 Montana in Nov. of 1999 and have been turned around,On certain GM vehicles that is!,Pontiac seems to have there ducks in a row.I'm actually researching a 2001 Grand Prix GTP for my next Vehicle,after driving 4x4 trucks for 16 years i've had it with the lousy gas mileage!The Montana is a big vehicle and is VERY comfortable,We drove from Central Mass. last Summer to Lake George N.Y. ( fully loaded with 4 adults and two children,and a soft sided storage pod on the roof)and was shocked at how comfortable this van is,rides like a dream,This trip is what turned me on to Pontiac and getting a car again!I recommend this van to anybody!Thanks PONTIAC for getting me psyched about GM again and wanting a car again!!!!
#382 of 1485 Check Engine Light by eddiemad
Feb 13, 2001 (7:27 pm)
Hi.. my wife has a '99 Montana with 42,000 mi on it. The "Check Engine Light" just came on. Was wondering if this light is programmed to come on at this time for periodic maintenance (oxygen sensor, etc) or if there's actually something wrong with the engine. Has anyone else had this light come on and, if so, what was the problem? Thanks.#383 of 1485 Montana/Transport"Check engine light" by engine12
Feb 14, 2001 (7:49 am)
Eddiemad.....Bring it to the dealer,I hope you have a extended warranty on your van!#384 of 1485 Check engine light by drivesman2
Feb 14, 2001 (12:49 pm)
eddiemad,The check engine light doesn't come on unless there is a problem. I had the same thing happen with my 99 Montana (now with 43,000 miles). The solution to my problem was the gas cap wasn't on tight. Carefully check to see if it is loose before tightening. It takes a couple of minutes for the light to go off but solved my problem.
#385 of 1485 #326, #328, TCS for Abracadaba by drivesman2
Feb 14, 2001 (1:23 pm)
The only time the TICS light on the dash should come on is at start-up and if there is a problem with the TICS system in which case the light should remain on.The reason for the switch is to disable the TICS system in case of getting stuck in mud etc. When the TICS system senses wheel spin, it automatically applies brakes and limits ram. Being able to shut the system off is important when performing an emission test with a dyno where both front wheels must spin at highway speed.
#386 of 1485 One month by bcbob
Feb 15, 2001 (1:19 am)
since I picked up my 01 Montana. My wife and kids love it, and I kinda like it too (staunch Ford fan, eh). I'm impressed by the ride and handling. Pick up isn't too bad for the engine and size of the van. Get a loud vibrating sound from the left rear that lasts for 5 seconds or so, most often just after start up but sometimes after shut down too. I kind of suspect that it's got something to do with the compressor or air leveling. Fit and finish is much better than many here described, only a small burn spot on the driver's seat for which they're going to replace the cover. No rattles, no creaks, no leaks. Fuel consumption is off it's Energuide rating by about 4l/100km but maybe that will improve as I get a few more km on it. Had a weird one happen this morning: got a scraper out and one of the overhead lights stayed on after all the others went out. Had to get in, let the lights turn off, then push the light off. Light wasn't on last night or this morning. At least I didn't think I left it on. Started fine, no sign that anything was wrong after, ie., light didn't stay on again. Overall, not too shabby.#387 of 1485 Headlamp Upgrade by offham
Feb 15, 2001 (5:09 am)
Although I have the Chevy Venture version, Montana owners may be interested in a new halogen bulb by Sylvania 9004CB which produces a white light. This gives better spread on low beam and longer range on full. About $15.00 each
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#389 of 1485 State Farm/Montana by offham
Feb 15, 2001 (5:16 am)
It has been posted on the Chev Venture site that State Farm have listed the Montana as one of 36 vehicles that could get an insurance break. This comes from an article last November when SF made this list available. It is not clear whether it applies to all States. In NJ SF do not know anything about this although I gave them the article.Woul be interested to know whether any Montana/State Farm clients have any info.
#390 of 1485 RE: One Month posted by bcbob by frosty_00
Feb 17, 2001 (5:47 pm)
In reference to:http://townhall-talk2.edmunds.com/Web?14
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As you suspect, the vibrating noise at the left rear is the air compressor for the load leveling. Assuming it behaves the same as my '98, it will come on whenever the load in the rear is increased, even with the ignition off.
As for the light staying on. It probably was on the night before and was not noticed. There is a provision in the electronics on the vehicle that will shut off power to all the interior lights after some time (don't know how long) to save the battery. So the light would no longer have been on in the morning, but would have reactivated when you opened the door or started the vehicle.
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