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#13581 of 13620 Re: 2004 impala radio issues [kaatje03] by calwardt

Aug 08, 2011 (6:26 am)

Replying to: kaatje03 (Jul 07, 2011 7:00 pm)
Your problems has been identified on this website:
http://www.doityourself.com/forum/archive/index.php/t-380384.html
 
Look for two posts ( one from 8-1-09 and one from 6/26/2011)
 
The wiring to the radio is located under the passenger side carpet. Most likely it's shorting out because of moisture from the floorboard. The mositure in the floorboard is most likely coming from the sealing strip at the base of the windshield that falls off- letting rain water flow from the windshield directly into the cars fresh air intake.
 
The posts in the link above will explain about the stereo wiring and about removing the windshield panel to fix the sealing strip ( See linked website in the June2010 post 2002 Impala LS leaks rain water - Topix http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/chevrolet-impala/T7T1J3LJGM5QRF7KJ This other forum should answer your questions as well as guide you into fixing the water issue so it doesnt happen again.
 
Other maintenance that you'll need: Replace the cabin air filter- it's been sitting there absorbing all that rain water and will need to be fresh. This can lead to other problems like the blower motor going out if it's not taken care of. You'll notice a difference right away.
 
If you go to a service center to get the repairs- be very specific about the issues and what you want them to do. (1. Replace seal at the base of the windshield and change cabin filter. 2. replace the orange wire corroded connection in the radio wiring under the passenger seat carpet ).
 
Theres' no need for additional diagnostic work - this problem is VERY common for Impalas it's just nice to know that by fixing my problems with the radio and water issues I can help someone else.

#13582 of 13620 Re: Impala-Piece of JUNK [batista] by revjim64

Aug 08, 2011 (10:23 am)

Replying to: batista (Oct 07, 2006 2:50 pm)
I have an 02 Impala base mode, and I totally agree with you that Chevys are junk.
This car was plagued with problems. Right after the warranty expired the BCM went bad. Then a year later the passlock sensor had to be replaced. I put stop leak in the radiator because I couldn't afford to pay the dealer $800 dollars to replace the lower intake manifold gasket. Also I have the noisy, clunking ISS (Steering shaft).
 
Now the transmission is starting to act up. In reverse it makes a growling/grinding sound when you accelerate. Could that be the PCS causing this?
 
Do you still have your 01 Impala or did you scrap it???

#13583 of 13620 Re: Help!!! [brittybrat] by hooch22

Sep 10, 2011 (8:42 am)

Replying to: brittybrat (Jul 27, 2011 2:02 pm)
I had this problem with my 02 Impala radio also. Clock worked, radio seemed to work. You could change the stations and adjust the volume but no sound would come out. Thank you to everyone who posted on this. Like others I had thought the amp had died. Through this web site I learned the orange wires on the amp were the power leads, both were dead. GM uses one orange wire going from the radio along the pass side floor then splits to 2 wires back to the amp. On my 02 that split was right behind the front pass seat at the door post. Pop off some int moulding and pull back the carpet and the wire bundel is right there. My problem was easy to find cause the wire connection was green with corosion. I striped the wires soldered the wires back togeather and taped it up and all is good. Thanks again to everyone who posted on this problem.

#13584 of 13620 2005 Engine Cradle Problems by ladytl_1

Sep 30, 2011 (12:04 pm)

#13585 of 13620 2005 Engine Cradle Problems by ladytl_1

Sep 30, 2011 (12:22 pm)

Any info on why the engine cradle broke and took out my steering on my 2005 Impala would be appreciated. It also took out my rear motor mounts. I have been told that the welds broke and that the sub frame is missing bolts and hardware. I was told first that the bolts were not installed correctly and then that they were not installed at all. I bought this car in April 2006, as a certified used car from the Chevy dealership. The shop is trying to say that this car must have been in a major accident and that the repairs made were sub-par at best. I am trying to get GM to get this car fixed or replaced. The extended warranty will not cover repairs. The car was in the shop last year for some engine maintenance, new seals, new brakes and rotors turned, steering pump repairs and 4 new tires. It was inspected underneath and nothing reported. No accident. Has anyone else had this kind of problem with their 2005 Impala? I had no advance warning that this was going to happen while driving.

#13586 of 13620 2005 Engine Cradle Problems by ladytl_1

Sep 30, 2011 (12:17 pm)

Any info on why the engine cradle broke and took out my steering on my 2005 Impala would be appreciated. It also took out my rear motor mounts. I have been told that the welds broke and that the sub frame is missing bolts and hardware. I was told first that the bolts were not installed correctly and then that they were not installed at all. I bought this car in April 2006, as a certified used car from the Chevy dealership. The shop is trying to say that this car must have been in a major accident and that the repairs made were sub-par at best. I am trying to get GM to get this car fixed or replaced. The extended warranty will not cover repairs. The car was in the shop last year for some engine maintenance, new seals, new brakes and rotors turned, steering pump repairs and 4 new tires. It was inspected underneath and nothing reported. No accident. Has anyone else had this kind of problem with their 2005 Impala? I had no advance warning that this was going to happen while driving.

#13587 of 13620 Re: 2005 Engine Cradle Problems [ladytl_1] by jpf

Sep 30, 2011 (6:02 pm)

Replying to: ladytl_1 (Sep 30, 2011 12:17 pm)
Did you check the Carfax before you bought it? It will indicate whether or not the car was in an accident or written off. Good luck.

#13589 of 13620 problems with impala 2004 ss wheels oxidizing and causing leaks in tires by impalaman1818

Nov 14, 2011 (8:55 pm)

I have a chronic problem. The fancy wheels in the ss all deteriorate and oxidize, flaking on the inside where they damage the tires by the beading and cause slow leaks. Aside from buying four new alloy wheels and new 17 inch tires every few years does anyone have this problem and a fix? My goodyear dealer said that we cannot replace them with cheaper 16 inch plain wheels and less expensive smaller tires because it can ruin the transmission. I have had no real problems for 100k but this is a frustrating issue. Any ideas wouls be welcome.

#13590 of 13620 Re: problems with impala 2004 ss wheels oxidizing and causing leaks in tires [impalaman1818] by cob

Nov 16, 2011 (10:44 am)

Replying to: impalaman1818 (Nov 14, 2011 8:55 pm)
The only fix I have seen is a company that will refurbish your rims if you can go without the car for a few days. You can switch to 16" wheels it will not damage your transmission but it will make the speedometer off by a few miles per hour. You would need to get the computer programmed by a Chevy dealer to account for the smaller rims and tires to make the speedometer accurrate. The same transmission is used for all 2004 impalas and the base and LS models both came with 16" wheels. Try a google search on alloy rim repair there maybe more than one option.

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