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#1965 of 2018 Re: 1996 Chevy S-10 2.2L Constantly dies no error code [thazard] by canufixit

Sep 17, 2006 (1:17 pm)

Replying to: thazard (Sep 16, 2006 3:01 pm)
Hi,
 
You've checked a lot - and all looks good (I feel for you ..). You comment on the no spark gave me a thought. If it was going to stop for a problem - it should give an error code - so maybe there is none (to the computer)??. Can you check the "On" wire circuit from the key switch to the computer and the IGN on signal from the computer to the ICM ??? Perhaps it thinks you shut off the key and is just shutting down ??? (i.e. intermittant contact/wire, etc.)

#1966 of 2018 Re: 95 S-10 4cyl 5spd (no air from main vents) [boyce] by canufixit

Sep 17, 2006 (1:22 pm)

Replying to: boyce (Sep 17, 2006 10:15 am)
THEBIGAL had a similar problem - perhaps the diverters are just "Stuck".
 
Just continue to drive it for a while (do a few rough roads as well) and occasionlly during your drives cycle the selector switch through each setting (letting it stay at each stop for a few minutes.) It might loosen up.
 
alternatively - you can check for vaccum at the vaccum motors - but you''d have to get under the dash for that - also check the vaccum lines for cracks and splits - especially at the ends.... Get a Chassis manual from GM (or Try alldata.com on the net) and you can see where the vaccum motors are and how to get to them ....

#1967 of 2018 Re: Cable Recall [thebigal] by canufixit

Sep 17, 2006 (1:26 pm)

Replying to: the_big_al (Jun 27, 2008 4:16 pm)
Howdy,
 
If you get the chance - ask them what about persons like me - I replaced mine, after they did rust out, with after markets (as their's broke and I did not trust their replacements as they did not acknowledeg a problem). Will they swap out/ check ones that were replaced by actual failures and if not replaced by spending big buck at a dealer for their "Not a problem" original parts?
 
Thanks,
Canufixit

#1968 of 2018 Re: 2003 ZR2 idle [dkurrle] by canufixit

Sep 17, 2006 (1:28 pm)

Replying to: dkurrle (Sep 09, 2006 8:12 pm)
Lighters occasionally go bad - throw it out and get a new one ...

#1969 of 2018 Re: Transmission/rear end Whining [herronthree] by canufixit

Sep 17, 2006 (1:34 pm)

Replying to: herronthree (Sep 07, 2006 5:07 pm)
Check for some past posts of mine on this suject ... In Summary - if it is your rear end;
 
Most all Rear ends whine, the preload (shims) in the pinion grar to the ring gear cause a lot of this issue. If they are not properly "pre loaded" at the factory the whine will get worse as the mileage goes up. This can be fixed by a tech (re set / add/remove shims). Also - per the GM S10 manual - this truck has a sweet spot at about 35 to 45 mph - that's when it's the worse ..
 
You will not hear this when it coasts ... Also as there is little insulation (Noise insulation) in these trucks - the road noise, tranny and rear end noise are a lot more noticable in the cab. If it's real bad, and getting worse - I'd get it checked ...

#1970 of 2018 Re: 95 S-10 4cyl 5spd (no air from main vents) [canufixit] by boyce

Sep 17, 2006 (2:24 pm)

Replying to: canufixit (Sep 17, 2006 1:22 pm)
Thank you for the information. This is a very low usage vehicle (less than 40 miles per month). Its only used if something won't fit into the car or if the car is in for service. The switch position most likely has not been changed since last winter so there is a good chance the diverter is stuck. If that doesn't work, I'll try Alldata. Thanks again, Bud

#1971 of 2018 Re: Cable Recall [canufixit] by the_big_al

Jun 27, 2008 (4:16 pm)

Replying to: canufixit (Sep 17, 2006 1:26 pm)
Actually they addressed that in the letter they sent me. They also included a reimbursement form for which those who had already paid to have them replaced could be reimbursed. It didn't specify if you replaced them yourself or had a dealer or independent shop do it. It just simply said "paid to have them replaced". I would assume then that means you would be able to be reimbursed even though you did the work yourself and used after market parts. I have that form and since I do not need it can offer to send it to you to fill out and send it?? Or they printed a phone # on the bottom of the form -- am I allowed to post it here??

#1972 of 2018 Re: 95 S-10 4cyl 5spd (no air from main vents) [canufixit] by the_big_al

Jun 27, 2008 (4:16 pm)

Replying to: canufixit (Sep 17, 2006 1:22 pm)
I did what canufixit suggested and it seems to have fixed the problem... I cycled through all the climate control settings and now it seems to be fine.

#1973 of 2018 Re: Cable Recall [thebigal] by canufixit

Sep 19, 2006 (11:50 am)

Replying to: the_big_al (Jun 27, 2008 4:16 pm)
Thanks - I sent you my e-mail !!

#1974 of 2018 Re: Cable Recall [canufixit] by the_big_al

Jun 27, 2008 (4:16 pm)

Replying to: canufixit (Sep 19, 2006 11:50 am)
I sent you a scanned copy of the form... I don't know how GM would respond to a copy, but if your vehicle falls under the recall criteria then I don't see why it a copy versus original would really matter??

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