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Re: I've replaced my alternator 3 times in the last month! Help!!!! [marif
by 1panky
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Dec 01, 2005 (6:12 am)
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Replying to: marif (Nov 30, 2005 12:18 pm)
I have replaced my alternator in a 2000 Venture 2 months ago with a new unit and everything is working well. I had some strange system failures before the alternator was detected as needing replacement as is usual with these modern vehicles. First, I would have to question the quality of your rebuilt alternators. My mechanic insisted I purchase a new unit with a warrantee so as to not have any future problems. A new unit was not much more than a rebilt type. At this stage of the game, I would seek out another repair facility to diagnose and check the condition of your present unit and go over your entire charging system. This is not a complicated problem normally to have spent so much of your time, money and energy. It could just be a problem with the type of alternators your mechanic stocks. Good luck on this frustrating problem.
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- #2034 of 2457
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Re: I've replaced my alternator 3 times in the last month! Help!!!! [marif]
by ts60423
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Dec 02, 2005 (9:27 am)
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Replying to: marif (Nov 30, 2005 12:18 pm)
Be sure to check the wiring that connects to the alternator. A slight or intermittant disconnect could cause all kinds of problems. A loose fitting or bad wire might work for a while, then work itself loose. The difficulty in changing the alternator can also cause the wires to be pulled on, possibly damaging them in a way that is not obvious or consistant. The mechanics I have used in the past and present have all warrantied the parts and labor, if a problem arose, they would fix no charge.
Check those wires and grounds!!!
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- #2035 of 2457
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Re: 2001 Venture SES light [jsm1a]
by ts60423
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Dec 02, 2005 (9:31 am)
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Replying to: jsm1a (Nov 29, 2005 8:31 pm)
Most large chain parts stores can read and/or clear the codes on the vehicle computer, no charge. Normally the code will clear itself if the problem goes away.
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- #2036 of 2457
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Re: Power window on passager side stop working [murphygirl]
by ts60423
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Dec 02, 2005 (9:35 am)
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Replying to: murphygirl (Nov 26, 2005 5:10 pm)
It depends on what you are capable of in the way of repairs. Check fuses and check the power switches - they pop out of the arm console easily without taking apart the door. If one has a bad connection, niether the driver or passenger side switches will work. If that does not help, then use a repair manual (if you feel comfortable with it) and take the door apart and take a look.
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- #2037 of 2457
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Re: 2001 Venture SES light [ts60423]
by jsm1a
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Dec 03, 2005 (12:00 am)
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Replying to: ts60423 (Dec 02, 2005 9:31 am)
Thank you.I was ready to spend $75 for a diagnostic.
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- #2038 of 2457
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I need help lol
by eeyore1
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Dec 02, 2005 (5:29 pm)
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I have a 2001 Chevy Venture Looney Toones Van and while driving down the road my van hums.. is it the tires or what ?? please help me. 
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- #2039 of 2457
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Re: I need help lol [eeyore1]
by ronsmith38
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Dec 05, 2005 (5:01 am)
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Replying to: eeyore1 (Dec 02, 2005 5:29 pm)
If it is humming a Looney Toone don't complain. 
Seriously, it probably is the tires. The tires tend to cup on these vans if not rotated very often. When they are cupped they hum.
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- #2040 of 2457
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Re: 2000 Venture Van Fuel Gauge Not Working [gerry6]
by 123venture
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Dec 05, 2005 (9:01 am)
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Replying to: gerry6 (Jul 13, 2005 8:17 am)
Where would I find the cable. Can it be accessed without a hoist?
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- #2041 of 2457
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Re: I've replaced my alternator 3 times in the last month! Help!!!! [ts60423]
by crackchecker
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Dec 05, 2005 (9:02 am)
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Replying to: ts60423 (Dec 02, 2005 9:27 am)
Another thing to look at would be a battery with a internal short. Load test it!!!
My 88 Escort just recently lost the alternator and it was related to the battery going out.
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