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#16861 of 18277 Re: ( power lock/window switch bulb ) [malibu99] by 01_hoe Jun 22, 2005 (12:15 pm)
Replying to: malibu99 (Jun 21, 2005 11:20 am) I replaced both switches (upgraded to Denali style) in my wife's '01 Tahoe. No programming, it was plug and play. I have had all the door panels off of my '03 Envoy and back on with no problems. I think they are feeding you bad information. Get the part from gmpartsdirect and swap it out. JMHO Replies to this message: malibu99 (Jun 24, 2005 7:52 am) 01_hoe (Jun 25, 2005 7:03 am) johntr (Jun 27, 2005 2:51 am)
#16862 of 18277 Re: Power Window/ Power lock switch light bulb [malibu99] by johntr Jun 23, 2005 (3:57 am)
Replying to: malibu99 (Jun 17, 2005 10:57 pm) malibu99 - I requested info on this some time ago. I too have a 2002 which had the driver side switch panel lights out. It's ~$150 (i think) switch replacement. I don't recall any programming. I still had some time left on the ext. warranty which I waited because of my deductible. When I had something else to get fixed, I told them to fix the switch. I did find a maker of the bulb from a link someone sent when I first requested info. You may still find the link here somewhere. It was just hard to figure out which bulb as I could not measure it because of it's size. Taking out and taking apart the switch is not hard, almost tool-less, but you do need something to carefully pry the plastic ears which hold the switch together.   Good luck! johnr   Edit: I found the post with the link - the info was from tblazed (tnx again, tblazed!): #14975 of 16862 14974 Window Switch Illumination Bulb by johntr by tblazed Jul 27, 2004 (12:15 pm)
#16863 of 18277 by cwalker29 Jun 23, 2005 (10:53 am)
2008 Trailblazer, Envoy & Rainer   Ok, now that we have a better idea of the new 900’s from GM, what’s in store for the next-gen 360? 370?   I hope they refine the I6. This truly is a world class engine, I found it to be a near compromise between other V6 & V8’s on the market. Smooth, powerful, quiet.   Great truck, decent mileage. 04 Envoy SLE, 22000 miles    Best (straight hwy) 22 MPG Average (city & hwy) 17 MPG Worst (all city) 14 MPG   In my opinion, GM really could have differentiated the 360 even more by offering extreme packages that suit each unique to each model. My past suggestions:    Trailblazer - offroad - Z71 Envoy - technology - XUV & DOD, etc Bravada/Rainer - luxury - sound deading/quiet 9-7x - sport/turbo Ascender - I dunno, I hate this truck.   GM can fix this in July 2007.   So, now the new gen are going to bow in July 2007 as 2008 models. What’s in store? We know that there will most likely be no Rainer, 9-7X, and please no Izuzu or Saturn version. Saab should have never had a truck-based SUV to begin with. X-over yes, but no truck. I have no idea why the Saab SRX didn’t proceed. Saab is foreign lux, Caddy is domestic lux. But I do think there should be a luxury version, whether it be Buick or Cadillac. There is still a market for mid-size truck-based luxury SUV. I think Buick needs it, therefore not competing head-to-head with the SRX in the same showroom. Some people don’t care if it’s a car or truck. The Rainer sells very well here in TX. But hey, rumors of a Cadillac Theta makes me want to laugh my ass off.   If GM builds this, it WILL be my next truck. -   I’m thinking that now that the 900 will have a hybrid option, the new Envoy will too. How does a I6 hybrid with 315-320 HP & 20/25 mpg sound? If not, GM could easily adapt a hybrid to the 5.3 V8, depending on what engine the 900 hybrid will have. From what I have heard the V8 is a very solid engine.   Major upgrade in the cloth seats. My biggest complaint about this truck are the cheaply made standard GM/American seats. I find that the leather seats do provide much better support, but I like cloth. I live, in TX, too HOT for leather, I have a large dog, and I constantly grill, swim, bike, kayak, bbq, camp, fish, hike, ski, canoe, mountain climb, wakeboard, roadtrip, etc. No leather, please.   I’m ok with the dash design, the industry complains of cheap parts and pieces, oh well, you get what you pay for. The Envoy interior is very Hummerish, because it was pre-H2, H3, H4, HX, whatever. Very rugged & classy. I swear I could drive it & float the river during the day, then take it to 6th Street at night. But the dash lighting puts me to sleep. Very dull, dim, pale green. Typical GM. Take some cues from Honda or VW! I love the way the Accord’s dash is bright, and easy to read.   Better stereo options, even the Bose is pathetic, imo. I passed on the Bose and did everything myself, much better, and much cheaper. And the buttons on the radio are rubbing off, I have to look at replacing the head-unit. How about a no-CD required GPS?   More sound deading, please. There is noticeable wind-noise on the open highway.   20 inch wheels, as an option! Yes, some big fat DUBZ. Why is it so hard to find good looking 20’s for the 360? I have looked everywhere. Can’t even get 20’s on an Envoy Denali. The SS rims are sweet though.   There are HUGE gaps in the front fascia & rear bumpers. GM finally did it right with the 9-7X.   That’s not too much to ask, now is it?   And yes, overall I love my truck, I buy Honda cars, and GM trucks, but a few upgrades would make me the first in line in July 2007.
#16864 of 18277 Runs Hot / Ignition Switch by wxman4 Jun 23, 2005 (3:19 pm)
Desperate to hear other's experiences. I live in Tucson where temps are often 100+. My '03 EXT w/ 5.3 runs hot anytime the temp is above about 98. Usually stays steady at the 195 mark, however, when outside temps rise so does the running temp. Not unusual at all to see 230 or even 235 when in slow moving traffic and 100+ outside temps. (I am talking about 3 or 3.5 marks above the 210 center mark.) This is with no load and not towing.   Anyone else see anything close to this? Dealer has reprogrammed PCM and replaced fan clutch, twice. No change. Any ideas appreciated. I can't imagine it is supposed to run this hot and I am only 1500 miles from warranty expiration. Wifes' Malibu doesn't do this. The Silverado rental I just had stayed pegged at 195 as well.   Also, the ignition switch has been replaced three times (and this one needs adjusted). Left me stranded twice with no start due to switch. Junky switches or is something causing to go bad?   Thanks Wxman Replies to this message: dmathews3 (Jun 23, 2005 4:55 pm) wxman4 (Jun 23, 2005 8:34 pm) gmfan (Jun 24, 2005 4:57 am) tblazed (Jun 24, 2005 6:05 am) gmfan (Jun 24, 2005 10:15 am) and 2 more...
#16865 of 18277 Re: Runs Hot / Ignition Switch [wxman4] by dmathews3 Jun 23, 2005 (4:55 pm)
Replying to: wxman4 (Jun 23, 2005 3:19 pm) I wonder if he hooked up a known good temp gauge to see if yours is working acurately? Replies to this message: wxman4 (Jun 23, 2005 8:34 pm)
#16866 of 18277 Re: Runs Hot / Ignition Switch [dmathews3] by wxman4 Jun 23, 2005 (8:34 pm)
Replying to: dmathews3 (Jun 23, 2005 4:55 pm) That's a thought, but I pretty much figured the gauge was OK as it reads at the expected 195 most of the time. It is only when outside temps get near 100 that gauge begins to read high. Worse in slow or stop-and-go traffic.   Thanks Wxman
#16867 of 18277 Re: Runs Hot / Ignition Switch [wxman4] by gmfan Jun 24, 2005 (4:57 am)
Replying to: wxman4 (Jun 23, 2005 3:19 pm) My 4.2 L runs a little at or a little below 210 in 90+ heat and 70% humidity. The other day when I was idling in heavy traffic at 4:30 PM in downtown, it shot up to 235, then went back down to 210 within a minute...I could actually watch it move. I thought my waterpump might be going bad, but it has only done this once. I checked my coolant reservior and it was dry! Maybe in the extreme heat it there has been some evaporation. I added about a gallon of water to the resorvior and I have not a temp surge since. Your problem is most likely a faulty temp guage/sensor or a water pump that is going bad. Double check that motor oil level to be safe. The dealer should be able to listen to the water pump (you can too if you buy a type of stethoscope) - if it is "gargling" then the water pump bearings are going bad and it is a matter of time. Let us know. Replies to this message: tblazed (Jun 24, 2005 6:05 am) gmfan (Jun 24, 2005 10:15 am) tblazed (Jun 24, 2005 2:07 pm) and 1 more...
#16868 of 18277 Re: Runs Hot / Ignition Switch [gmfan] by tblazed Jun 24, 2005 (6:05 am)
Replying to: gmfan (Jun 24, 2005 4:57 am) I added about a gallon of water...   Just plain water? There's about 3 1/2 gallons capacity in a full system. A gallon of water added would dilute the coolant mix ratio down quite a bit, which will lower the boiling point, and if you've added plain water in the past, even more so.    I keep a jug with premixed 50/50 DexCool and distilled water for occasional topping off. In 3 1/2 years, haven't had to add more than 6 to 8 oz a year to keep at the full mark. Replies to this message: gmfan (Jun 24, 2005 10:15 am) tblazed (Jun 24, 2005 2:07 pm) wxman4 (Jun 24, 2005 9:52 pm)
#16869 of 18277 Re: ( power lock/window switch bulb ) [01_hoe] by malibu99 Jun 24, 2005 (7:52 am)
Replying to: 01_hoe (Jun 22, 2005 12:15 pm) Every dealership I call ( parts department not service ) say that the swicth comes with a module that needs to be programmed so the power lock works with the remote I dunno what to do now.   to those that suggest I try to replace the bulb, is there a micro bulb I can but from radio Shack and try to fix it myself? Do I need a soldering gun? I want that fixed it drives me batty to see the light not working Replies to this message: 01_hoe (Jun 25, 2005 7:03 am) johntr (Jun 27, 2005 2:51 am)
#16870 of 18277 Re: Stuck Window and Ext Temp [02envoyowner] by ughgmcenvoy Jun 24, 2005 (9:23 am)
Replying to: 02envoyowner (Jun 06, 2005 6:27 pm) does anyone know the part number to the external temp gauge? also, would replacing the gauge keep it from 'sticking' at one temp? South Louisiana is no place for a questionable a/c!   thanks Replies to this message: 02envoyowner (Jun 25, 2005 8:26 am)

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