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#220 of 535 FIRE PLEASE HELP!!! by tarah

May 22, 2005 (11:44 am)

Hi all,
 
Last week as I was driving my 1998 Chevy Blazer, I noticed a strange smell that I assumed was coming from outside. However, as I continued down the freeway, I noticed that smoke was coming from the car. At first I could not locate its origin, but when I looked down, it was coming from the driver's seat!! I immediately pulled over, and looked under the seat, from the back, to notice there was a small fire under the seat. The wind put it out very quickly, but not before the black material covering the wires under the seat had melted unto the carpet (hence the smell).
 
I called my local dealership and was told I probably blew a fuse. Call me crazy, but should I have caught on fire from blowing a fuse?
I'm taking the car into the dealership tomorrow, but I'm totally afraid this is going to cost me big bucks! I had to take it in a few months ago because the wipers stopped working in the middle of a huge rain storm! I overheard the service people saying that there was a recall on the parts, but I did not qualify because I bought my car used, I'm thinking I might be in for it again. Has anyone had anything like this happen to them? HELP!!
And also, could someone explain why recall status does not apply to me because the car had a previous owner?
Thanks

#221 of 535 Re: FIRE PLEASE HELP!!! [tarah] by Stever@Edmunds HOST

May 22, 2005 (12:37 pm)

Replying to: tarah (May 22, 2005 11:44 am)
And also, could someone explain why recall status does not apply to me because the car had a previous owner?
 
Recalls follow the vehicle (using the VIN); it shouldn't make any difference who the owner is.
 
A Quick Guide to Recalls
 
If it's truly a recall and not a TSB or simply a known issue, escalate the issue to GM or your local consumer affairs office or the NHTSA. Check the Maintenance Guide link in the article above to see if there is a recall that applies to your problem.
 
Steve, Host

#222 of 535 Re: buycars [buycars1] by dooleey

May 22, 2005 (4:10 pm)

Replying to: buycars1 (Mar 29, 2005 12:57 pm)
Hey the problem with the lights is dome overide u need to press it about 7 times maybe less with the switch on A or all the way to the left u will hear a charm and then you are good to go

#223 of 535 STALLING/ROUGH IDLE - 1993 GMC Jimmy Vortec by jmm0254

May 27, 2005 (1:56 pm)

I have a 1993 GMC Jimmy with a Vortec engine (6 cyl). Just today it stalled at a stop light. After that it has stalled several times and the idle is rough. I sometimes have to apply more accelaration when coming to a stop to keep it running. I also noticed that the power brakes fail when this happens. I am sure this is becuse the idle is so low. If I keep the idle up when stopping, the brakes are fine.
 
I was told that it may be the Idle Air Controller. I have tried to locate it but can't. I do have a Haynes repair manual for this vehicle, but no where does it show it.
 
Curious if this would be your diagnosis also. I am wondering if you could direct me to its' location and also if it can be cleaned or only replaced.
 
Thanks
 
jmm0254sbcglobal.net

#224 of 535 1998 four wheel drive by y2kdoc

May 28, 2005 (9:55 am)

I have a 1998 jimmy four wheel drive. The car seems to roar real loud as I drive it and the car is sucking twice as much gas than normal. The button shows 2 Hi but is it possible that it is stuck in 4 Hi for when I change it there does not seem to be any difference.

#225 of 535 Re: Mysterous Break Squeak [astern1] by y2kdoc

May 28, 2005 (10:00 am)

Replying to: astern1 (Apr 23, 2005 9:48 am)
your brakes most likely they have a sensor sometimes for the warning have a place that does free brake inspections, but when you do see if you can wonder out to the garage yourself to see them so you want have a bunch of crap told tou you.

#226 of 535 Hard Starting "96 Jimmy SLE by 96sle

May 30, 2005 (11:06 am)

4.3L Manufactured 3/96.Getting harder to start when cold. Use to be successful by turning key to run position several times, listening for fuel pump to run and click off indicating fuel line is pressurized then turning key to ignition position. Recently it would only start (cold) after many cranks with a 420 amp boost/charger attached. Re-starts OK after it has been running. Engine runs OK (smooth) after finally starting Fuel squirts from schrader valve behind throttle body when center is pressed but I do not have a practical means to measure pressure. Replaced fuel filter yesterday and it did not help the starting problem. Would not start cold this am using old procedure. Tried adding fuel to throttle body and it started immediately. Have a Haynes 24071 manual for '94 thru '96 but it does not seem cover '96 very well. I assume I have a CMFI or CSEFI system but pictures in manual do not match - is that because California has a unique configuration? Next I am going to try adding FI cleaner to the gas tank. Would appreciate any suggestions.
 
Regards,
 
96SLE

#227 of 535 86 jimmy problems by 86jimmy

May 31, 2005 (3:18 pm)

I own an 86 jimmy for a while it has been running a little rough(I suspect a clogged injector)before I get ahead of myself its a 2.8 throttlebody.I sent it to the bodyshop to blow in a few rust spots and change the front body mounts.It sat for a month there now the wierdest thing is happening...I go to put in reverse the idol races up I put it back in park the idol goes down.I look at the throttle body and nothing moves..any gear I put it in the idol just races untill I put it back in park...Anyone know what this is?
thx

#228 of 535 Something I forgot to mention by 86jimmy

May 31, 2005 (3:25 pm)

When I left the bodyshop it wasnt doing it(as I know) and the motor was still cold

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