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#4185 of 4284 Re: 98 Aurora - service engine light [jimd604] by karrrazy May 15, 2009 (5:16 am)
Replying to: jimd604 (May 08, 2009 4:18 pm) Had same "exact" problem. My mechanic diagnosed it to be a couple of possiblities. Luckily, I found a shop that removed, checked, and re-installed same converter (under $100) finding it wasn't defective. Took it back to my regular mechanic and he found it was the MAF ( Mass Air Flow) sensor. Charged me around $250, and it has been perfect since Jan 08.
#4186 of 4284 Re: 98' Aurora [auroragurl] by awj33558 May 15, 2009 (12:38 pm)
Replying to: auroragurl (May 06, 2009 6:47 am) I have a 96 aurora the stalling and hard to start problem lead me changing my fuel pressure regulator and it fixed the problem cost $45-65
#4187 of 4284 Re: 98 Aurora - service engine light [jimd604] by e_net_rider May 17, 2009 (1:55 am)
Replying to: jimd604 (May 14, 2009 8:15 am) If it is a 96, it has four sensors. One each for left bank, right bank, pre-converter, and aft converter. The left and right monitor each bank of cylinders for proper air fuel mix. The pre-converter monitors both, but also is used as a comparison against the aft converter to make sure the converter is doing the job. If you knew the exact codes, troubleshooting charts are available to diagnose problem. Almost all codes have a few pre-checks to make sure the computer is diagnosing correctly the code, such as vacuum leaks, or the presence of other codes which it will then show you the proper one to start fixing first.   Did you actually talk to the mechanic or was it the guy in charge. I hate when you get the in-between guy. Truth is often obscured. GM made a bad decision in closing dealerships, in my opinion. Worse than bankruptcy.   Hate to see you paying for unnecessary parts. Current guy will likely say it is different problem and without you knowing, you are likely stuck, bleeding money.   I think I would go to another shop, but tell them to diagnose only and then go from there. Knowing what is currently wrong may give you some leverage against the first guy if the diagnosis leads to pre-conditions for what parts he changed. After the diagnosis, then tell them what work was previously done to see if their diagnosis changes. They likely will spot previous work though.   Good luck.
#4188 of 4284 This is a Great Site by karrrazy May 18, 2009 (9:22 am)
I recently discovered this "Aurora lovers dream site" and have spent the last few days reading and sometimes scanning all of the posts from day one!! You all have great info/experience and it is greatly appreciated in helping to keep our "little known treasures" on the road. Hope I can be a help whenever I can. By the way, mine is a 98 with 62,000 miles and everyone who drives in it asks what it is or comments on how well appointed and comfortable it is. Does anyone know where to get a small deck lid spoiler that would flush mount at the very edge just above the center red plastic panel? Thanks everyone for keeping this place going. p.s. I also own a 96 SHO...I guess I just love those orphans!
#4189 of 4284 Re: 98 Aurora - service engine light [jimd604] by jimd604 May 18, 2009 (9:29 am)
Replying to: jimd604 (May 14, 2009 8:15 am) Well, I took it to another shop and the code is po 143 (shorted wire or ecm) They said I need a new computer and the dealer will have to flash it. Make sense? I don't know what to do. In the meantime, the car drives great. Replies to this message: e_net_rider (May 19, 2009 4:01 am)
#4190 of 4284 Re: 98 Aurora - service engine light [jimd604] by e_net_rider May 19, 2009 (4:01 am)
Replying to: jimd604 (May 18, 2009 9:29 am) Codes can vary between make and model to some degree although they were supposed to become standardized with OBDII. http://www.blazerforum.com/forum/showthread.php?p=210550 Take a look at that link which gives a different meaning related to the sensor. Was that the only code? Autozone will check them for free. I need to renew my AllData or I would check it for you. It could possibly make sense, the new computer. Is that the sensor they already replaced:? Was it a GM? I checked many at local parts stores and they did not have a many fluted on the sensor possibly slowing sensing. There are multiple O2 heater fuses as I recall. (you would likely get another code if the heater was not working. There are maybe 6 or 8 codes for each sensor) Was the wiring verified? Dirt or debris cleaned from connector before the new one was plugged? Usually there will be some indication such as hesitation, stumble, etc. with a bad circuit. Maybe the computer is smart enough to use data from the other bank collectively with the last two sensors. If you are at all mechanically inclined I would recommend getting All Data subscription.
#4191 of 4284 NEED SOME HELP by spiders1 May 31, 2009 (6:30 pm)
I have a 97. The interior lights went out. Door locks do not work and chimes do not work now. All the fuses are good , is there a breaker for these?Or do I have a different problem.Can a dealer find a bad wire? Really need some help.
#4192 of 4284 a t fluid change schedule aurora 97 by brinwood Jun 01, 2009 (4:57 pm)
Have 130K on my 97. Still original AT fluid. Count-down display still shows 100%. I hate to fix something if it ain't broke....... Has anyone run into this before me? Replies to this message: pscheid (Jun 01, 2009 6:59 pm)
#4193 of 4284 AT Fluid - showing 100% after 130K miles by txshadow12 Jun 01, 2009 (6:05 pm)
Have a '98 with same situation. That function has not worked (rest of auto is 100% functional) since day one. After conferring with multiple mechanics, all agreed with ignoring the readout and change fluid according to mfg's recommendations. Just don't do a flush; change AT fluid and filter only after you're at > 75,000 miles.
#4194 of 4284 Re: a t fluid change schedule aurora 97 [brinwood] by pscheid Jun 01, 2009 (6:59 pm)
Replying to: brinwood (Jun 01, 2009 4:57 pm) My 1998 is the same......100% on the transmission fluid life since new. I am fairly certain the owners' manual scheduled maintenance lists 150,000 miles as the first change under "normal" driving conditions.

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