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1218 messages, Last post on Dec 03, 2009 at 4:38 PM
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Replying to: flamenco1 (May 31, 2009 7:53 am) |
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Replying to: calicago (May 29, 2008 11:53 am) |
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Replying to: calicago (May 29, 2008 11:53 am) |
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Could use some help with the newest problem with my Catera. Just started running poorly yesterday it does not stall but it has very little power, and acceleration seams to be a real strain on it. Once up to 55 it smooths a little, but when parked smells hot like something burning not a normal odor. I can hold my hand over the tail pipe and feel the engine miss. Question do the converters go out often on Cateras or is there somthing else I should look for? What codes are common if I can get it scanned? O2 sensor's maby? I also have to replace the heater core now that I see it leaking from the firewall how big of a job is that, not much from the dealer on this car they hate it. Ted
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Replying to: tholtz (Jun 16, 2009 4:48 am) Codes would include misfires and many others. I would rule out the heater control valve prior to replacing the heater core. How many miles do you have on the Catera? |
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Replying to: cateragirl22 (Jun 15, 2009 7:19 pm) |
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I have been searching all over and can't seem to come up with a direct answer. Please help me. I have a 2000 Cadillac Catera. The radio does not work, it only comes on when the car is off. At the same time that went out, the heated seats did as well. Does anyone know what the problem is here? In addition, when I turn on the air conditioner, the oil pressure drops below the red when idling, and only shows pressure when accelerating. Also, when the ac is turned on, the temp gauge gradually climbs up into the red. I would appreciate any help. Thank you.
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Replying to: jared0029 (Jun 22, 2009 11:32 am) there is a little gray box on the drivers side, forget what they call it, but you need a new one. > Started since 2 days ago. My radio unit shuts off on its own, doesn't > matter if its radio, CD or tape. It shuts sporadically sometimes after > 5 min sometimes after 30 min. The power goes off for like 5 minutes > with even clock off, like there is no power to the unit at all. Then > power to the unit is restored and I can turn the radio on. > > Radio unit is the type that has CD, radio and the tape. K-134 multi-malfunction relay GM part number 90494163 K134 location: Remove the trim panel from below the steering wheel. Remove the black vinyl covered insert that is underneath that. With a flashlight, lay on your back head next to the pedals and look up and to the right, over by the fender. Gray box just above smaller red box. Twist the gray box slightly clockwise and pull up. It should pop off it's mount. Now remove the wiring harness plug. the oil pressure drops below the red when idling, and only shows pressure when accelerating. Also, when the ac is turned on, the temp gauge gradually climbs up into the red. Is the coolant the right mix of half water and half anti-freeze? |
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Replying to: jared0029 (Jun 22, 2009 11:32 am) My car radio comes on when it wants to and goes off when it wants to. When I first got it the radio only came on when the car was off and I changed a bad fuse and it worked. I would be careful about the heated seats because , from what i hear, they catch on fire. My car smells hot to but the gauge doesn't show it. You would be well severed to read all the old post on this site. Are all your engine fans working and maybe you could take out your thermostat like we did years ago so a car wouldn't overheat but then you need to put it back in for winter. |
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just bought this car for my son and noticed it has some problems three days after we paid for it. the battery and oil pressure gauges dont seem to work, the temperature gauge goes all over and for some reason a TCS light kicks on and decelerates the car for no reason. any suggestions other than shooting it? i am wishing i had found this site a few weeks ago.
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