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Oldsmobile Alero Starting-Stalling Problems

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#426 of 435 HELP! by mslolar

Aug 10, 2012 (12:05 am)

I just bought my 2002 alero and 3 days ago and its already in the shop. i have read most of these post but has anyone ever figured out what the problem was with the dieing while its hot outside? If so i would like to know the trick! My mechanic has no idea what the problem is and where both stuck and hes a pretty good mechanic!! hellllppp please!

#427 of 435 Re: HELP! [mslolar] by appellof

Aug 13, 2012 (1:13 pm)

Replying to: mslolar (Aug 10, 2012 12:05 am)
Hello mslolar,
 
    Here are a few questions. Does the car start at all? Does the car start and drive and after several minutes does it fail? Does it mostly fail during the day or night? What error lights are on? (for example: Service Engine Soon, Service Vehicle Soon, Security light on or flashing). In my experience, I have had similar issues. Once the Fuel regulator failed, The ignition switch failed twice, the coils failed, and the ignition module failed. Here is a break down of the parts. Fuel regulator $75.00 plus tax. Ignition switch WITHOUT KEY CYLINDER $95.00 plus tax. Coils $45.00 plus tax there are 2 of them. I can not remember what the ignition module cost was but it was rediculusly high. Those prices are just part prices only, it does not include labor.
 
However, I still have my Alero and I love driving it.
 
Let me know if you need more help
 
Daniel

#428 of 435 stalling vehicle by rodney14

Aug 28, 2012 (9:31 am)

I have a 2001 oldsmobile alero, that runs fine in town, but once on the highway it shuts down, i have to wait for 15 minutes before the car will start back up, any ideas on what could be wrong

#429 of 435 Re: stalling vehicle [rodney14] by appellof

Aug 28, 2012 (2:16 pm)

Replying to: rodney14 (Aug 28, 2012 9:31 am)
Rodney,
 
     More information please. After the 15 minute wait, the car starts. Does it then run okay on the highway? Do you notice anything happening just prior to the engine stalling? For Example, hesitation or sluggish acceleration. Are there any warning lights that come on on the dash board? I can name 8 or 10 possibilities. But I would rather narrow it down for you.
 
Let me know
 
Daniel

#430 of 435 Re: stalling vehicle [rodney14] by lovemygrandam

Aug 29, 2012 (7:40 am)

Replying to: rodney14 (Aug 28, 2012 9:31 am)
Here is my list of possibilities.
* Starving for fuel at high speed. Possibly from clogged fuel filter, or Fuel pump not supplying enough pressure.
* No Spark. Ignition module failing at higher temperature, Since there are two coils, I wouldn't suspect a coil, unless both are failing at the same temperature.
It is not likely that timing is bad, since it runs ok in city driving. I'm assuming acceleration from traffic signals is OK.
I would rule out the Passlock system, since it will not shut the engine off while cruising... It will only illuminate the "SECURITY" light.
 
As others have said, getting a better guess would involve more information, or hands-on observation.
 
Dick Berger

#431 of 435 Re: alero wont start [nmb1mommy05] by scooty1204

Jan 16, 2013 (8:45 am)

Replying to: nmb1mommy05 (Aug 05, 2006 6:10 pm)
I know it has been a while since you posted this issue, but I am currently having the exact same problems. Auto lights not working, keyless entry not working, trunk release not working, and dome lights not working along with the starting issue. Seems like it is either the passlock system or BCM....I was just wondering if you ever figured out the issue. Thank you for your time and hope to hear back.

#432 of 435 Starting issue. by ekati

Mar 08, 2013 (3:23 pm)

Just bought a used 2003 Alero and only had 93 thousand miles. Just yesterday it was having some issues starting and now today the car had to get towed back to my house because now the RPM Gauge or whatever you call it, doesn't move it is staying at 0 and there is no security light or any other lights on. It turns over and it tries to start but it won't crank over to start now. Any help would be great, now I have no way to work.

#433 of 435 Re: Starting issue. [ekati] by lovemygrandam

Mar 09, 2013 (7:24 am)

Replying to: ekati (Mar 08, 2013 3:23 pm)
Ekati,
It turns over and it tries to start but it won't crank over to start now.
Sounds like you are saying that the starter motor is spinning up the engine, but the engine isn't firing up and running. This suggests that the engine is either not getting spark, not getting fuel, or is not timed right. Check these three items first.
RPM Gauge or whatever you call it, doesn't move it is staying at 0
Yes. It's normal for your tachometer to stay at zero until the car starts, and since yours isn't starting, that's what's happening. Once you get it started, it will register the correct RPM.
 
there is no security light or any other lights on.
THAT is extremely unusual. When you first turn the key to the ON position, you should have a short period when ALL the warning lights are on. This is the "bulb check". Then the warning lights should go out, leaving only the OIL, BATTERY, and "Service Engine Soon" lamps on. Once the engine is running, these lamps should extinguish. If you don't get any lights to go on, there is probably something wrong with your ignition switch, or your wiring. This could also possibly be a blown fuse that furnishes power to the dash lights. You will need a service manual to tell you which fuses to check.

#434 of 435 Alero dies in traffic by artgirl774

Apr 20, 2013 (1:26 pm)

#435 of 435 Alero dies in traffic by artgirl774

Apr 20, 2013 (1:26 pm)

**2nd post**First one did not seem to post?***Hi folks--thank you in advance for any info or insight you may offer. 2004 Alero 4cylinder automatic (2.2 Ecotec), 102K miles. Purchased 5 weeks ago, and have put just over 500 miles on it. It has started, and driven beautifully every day until this morning. Started right up this morning. Stopped at a store on my way into work, made my purchase, went back out, and it started right up again. Drove approx. 500 feet out of the parking lot to turn into traffic. Right as I turned into traffic, the car died. Attempted to start several times to get out of the road (it did start and then died within 1-2 seconds each time--but battery light would stay on), until a nice man took pity on me and pushed me out of traffic. Called a tow truck--it again started and died. Tow driver theorized it may be fuel related (no prior incidents since I've owned it, purchased as is--I have no service records). Towed home where it is sitting now. Husband read up on Passlock security info, but it still does not seem to want to start after 3+ hours of sitting (he read about resetting it after ten minutes). Of course money is tight, and I'm frustrated. Could it just be the battery, since it actually started and drove out of the store parking lot? I don't have $$$ to go to the mechanic, or to throw money down on guesses. Any info or advice is appreciated. Thank you.

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