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#4102 of 4283 Re: dashboard gages [donnapaca] by 1oldude Feb 02, 2009 (10:23 am)
Replying to: donnapaca (Sep 03, 2008 11:33 pm) Probably too late to be a help. Just saw this on my 1st visit. The slamming into fwd or reverse may be from an erroneous signal from the speed sensor in the tranny causing the computer to hunt. Before spending big labor bucks to replace the 40 buck sensor by dropping the tranny have a good honest mechanic check the wiring for shorts and bad connections. Easing the shift lever at idle speed sometimes helps reduce the slam. certainly don't shift before the speed is at idle. I drove around with an erratic engine warning light for thousands of miles before we could even find a speed signal code. GM wanted over $2000 to replace the sensor and couldn't guarantee it was the problem. If the light goes on intermittently, it may be a similar problem. Does it happen when the engine is cold or only when at temp? When does the warning light go on /go off? Replies to this message: donnapaca (Feb 03, 2009 1:41 am)
#4103 of 4283 Re: dashboard gages [1oldude] by donnapaca Feb 03, 2009 (1:41 am)
Replying to: 1oldude (Feb 02, 2009 10:23 am) I found that the slamming into forward or reverse was being caused by a faulty main computer. The dealership was former olds dealer and the tech was experienced with the aurora. He replaced the main computer with 3 or 4 factory rebuilds which gave erroneous codes saying bad transmission. The tech put the old one back in and got different code reading. I did not have to pay for all the extra work since it was a GM dealer using GM parts. They spend considerable time consulting with Aurora factory engineers who finally sent new (not rebuilt) computer. I have posted complete details including codes previously to this site. I don't have file handy now, but if you need I can get it out of storage. I researched the issue a lot and found a lot of people were having the transmissions rebuilt because transmission shops like ammco (sp?) and even GM dealers were advising transmission was bad, when it was only computer-and the codes the computers give are not always correct. Some cases I have read spent over $5,000 for the transmission rebuild and it did not fix the problem. The transmission shops would tell them to read the fine print and they are not responsible if the problem is computer related, even if they made a misdiagnose.
#4104 of 4283 Re: Power Steering Issues [d_stenulson] by e_net_rider Feb 03, 2009 (2:00 am)
Replying to: d_stenulson (Jan 25, 2009 1:32 pm) Knowing which bolts broke will let you know if it was the previous mechanic's fault. From what I remember of the way the unit is connected, I'd guess it was the bolts holding the rack in place. Did they break or did they back out? Either way, I'd bet the bolts were not properly torqued. Replies to this message: d_stenulson (Feb 23, 2009 8:40 pm)
#4105 of 4283 Temp gage/ heater problem by 1oldude Feb 15, 2009 (6:03 pm)
Outside air temp (OAT) reads 125F and heater hot air available only at 90F setting. Without manuals my guess is that bad OAT gage is causing a/c control to limit hot air mix and not provide desired cabin temp. Does anyone agree? How do I confirm my guess and fix the problem?
#4106 of 4283 Headlight bulb Replacement by coreyg1 Feb 16, 2009 (4:52 am)
TO those who have tackled this job of replacing a headlight bulb (passenger side). I first looked at my manual then here. Between the two sources it sounded like a project that might be troublesome. I must say that getting to the bulbs was quite the task. Unless you have child size hands. I couldn't get the assembly to move forward until I removed 4 or was it 6 bolts. Either way it was a pain!!!! Is there any one out there that wants to jump in on this. Was I missing something? I find it hard to believe that this task really is that difficult. I have done this on all my previous vehicles in a matter of minutes. Whats the deal olds? Replies to this message: spiders1 (Apr 04, 2009 10:07 pm)
#4107 of 4283 headlights by tylutki Feb 17, 2009 (5:23 pm)
ok My 2001 aurora headlights donot work i cheacked the fuses and even changed them all that works is the high beams what could be wrong? Replies to this message: brinwood (Feb 17, 2009 5:59 pm) blk97aurora (Feb 17, 2009 6:33 pm) e_net_rider (Feb 24, 2009 5:03 am) mastecutor (Feb 18, 2009 7:40 am)
#4108 of 4283 Re: headlights [tylutki] by brinwood Feb 17, 2009 (5:59 pm)
Replying to: tylutki (Feb 17, 2009 5:23 pm) It could be the multi-function switch on the turn signal arm. Search for my blog about fixing troubles with the switch..
#4109 of 4283 Re: headlights [tylutki] by blk97aurora Feb 17, 2009 (6:33 pm)
Replying to: tylutki (Feb 17, 2009 5:23 pm) Could be that both low-beam filaments are toast.   Les Replies to this message: e_net_rider (Feb 24, 2009 5:03 am)
#4110 of 4283 Re: when turn key on nothing happens Car WONT Start [gsapp] by 01aurora1 Feb 17, 2009 (10:47 pm)
Replying to: gsapp (Jun 16, 2007 7:05 pm) I also have an 01 with 122k/ miles. Just replaced the ignition relay.... located underneath the back seat... $20.00 part. I was also told that there can be a problem in the actual ignition where you insert the key... that plastic bits can disrupt contact, requiring replacement. So far, I haven't needed that replaced. Have you had any probs with the headlamps 'flickering' while driving?????
#4111 of 4283 Re: headlights [tylutki] by mastecutor Feb 18, 2009 (7:40 am)
Replying to: tylutki (Feb 17, 2009 5:23 pm) The contacts for the light switch may be gunked up. pull the rubber housing back from the headlight handle on your steering wheel and spray some contact cleaner over the contacts. If you can get a q-tip inside to wipe it down and clean it up and then spray another shot in there. Check to see if this fixes your problem. This is the simple fix first. If it doesnt I would look at my sentinel switch and then the light switch itself. Those are going to get expensive.

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