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#331 of 399 Check Engine Light by colorado06 Mar 16, 2009 (1:25 pm)
For anybody having problems with check engines lights and misfires. I just replaced 2 different ignition coils and so far that has fixed the ongoing problems I have been having. Its been running ok with better gas milage for last 2 weeks.
#332 of 399 noisy 2005 colorado 2.8 by fshovelhead Mar 16, 2009 (6:10 pm)
just bought acolorado 2.8 engine is very noisy when started after a minute or so it quiets down some any ideas?
#333 of 399 Does anyone know? by tvukelic Mar 20, 2009 (2:53 am)
Hi, I'm new to this forum and I was hoping to get an answer to a question and maybe some advice. Does anyone know if GM is covering 06 colorados\canyons in canada with this head/valve problem I'm reading about? My wife really likes these trucks and up until I read some of the forum discussions we were actively trying to find an 06 crewcab. They go for around $21,000 can. w/ 35- 60 thousand kilometers on them, whats kind of scary is that there are alot of them on the lots in and around my area, could be because they are just coming off lease since they are 06 or.... maybe there are other reasons? Nobody seems to be aware of the head issues that I have mentioned it too (dealer salestaff). I have been trying to steer her towards an Avalanche or Silverado but shes only 5 ft tall and doesn't seem to feel comfortable in a fullsize pickup,I like the interiors in these a whole lot better but this gas mileage is miserable, we are currently paying $4.09/Gal for gas so this becomes a real deciding factor for us. Any input will be appreciated ! Replies to this message: briguy7 (Mar 20, 2009 3:27 am) jpf (Mar 20, 2009 11:22 am) colorado06 (Mar 23, 2009 5:40 am) skysteve (Mar 23, 2009 5:22 pm) redneckwoman71 (Apr 02, 2009 7:03 pm)
#334 of 399 Re: Does anyone know? [tvukelic] by briguy7 Mar 20, 2009 (3:27 am)
Replying to: tvukelic (Mar 20, 2009 2:53 am) If I were you , buy a different truck. These trucks are constant problems. Engine head defects, Wiring defects, ABS defects etc. This is ISUZU not GM and frankly it is garbage. Save yourself, get something else!!!!!! Take it from me my crew cab LS is a 2004 with only 42,000 miles on it. I dont trust it and they will leave you broke down on the roadside.
#335 of 399 Re: Does anyone know? [tvukelic] by jpf Mar 20, 2009 (11:22 am)
Replying to: tvukelic (Mar 20, 2009 2:53 am) I also agree that you should stay away from these trucks. If you want to buy a used GM crew cab compact truck, you may be able to find a low mileage 2004 S10/Sonoma crew cab. 2004 was the last year for these trucks. These trucks had some problems (e.g.wheel bearings) but GM's 4.3 V6 is a good engine. Good luck.
#336 of 399 Re: Does anyone know? [tvukelic] by colorado06 Mar 23, 2009 (5:40 am)
Replying to: tvukelic (Mar 20, 2009 2:53 am) I also have 06 colorado and I have had ongoing engine problems in which nobody could diagnose correctly so over $3000 later they replaced 2 ignition coils and it has been running ok since, but I did have the complete head replaced which was covered under a Recall. But my advice would be to have your wife look at a silverado, I am also 5ft tall and have drove them and they are very comfortable and better with gas mileage, the colorado gas mileage is horrible and taking to GM about the engines is like talking to a wall with no help with them at all and the colorados are well-known for engine problems. In fact, I am in process of hoping to trade my colorado in for a silverado. I hope this helps you. Good Luck.
#337 of 399 Re: Does anyone know? [tvukelic] by skysteve Mar 23, 2009 (5:22 pm)
Replying to: tvukelic (Mar 20, 2009 2:53 am) GM sent me a letter, re the head, it should be under warranty
#338 of 399 Re: 2005 GMC Canyon I4-----**REDUCED POWER** [i5guy13] by jeffschm Mar 25, 2009 (2:42 pm)
Replying to: i5guy13 (Mar 23, 2007 4:31 pm) I have a problem with mine as well well it idles rough, it surges wile driving like it is missing, then you start driving at about 55-60mph and it downshifts and the message center says reduce power engine over rev and it goes into limp mode. I called the dealership and ask them about it and they told me there was a service bulliten out why I never got a letter about it and then he asked well how many miles do you have on it. I said 118000 he said that he could not help me. So I am screwed all they would of had to do was send out a letter saying this was a problem my truck has been doing this for a little while and I have been trying to figure out what is wrong with it. I know I have alot of miles but damn if you make something that is defective fix it.
#339 of 399 I will be looking at an 07 canyon this weekend by tvukelic Mar 26, 2009 (1:07 am)
Hi all, I know what you've all said so far but the wife really likes these trucks. Are you all having any problems with the 07's as well? Minor stuff is o.k. I'm more concerned with the big stuff. Let me know and just so you know, its appreciated! Replies to this message: leadfoot4 (Mar 27, 2009 3:23 am)
#340 of 399 Re: I will be looking at an 07 canyon this weekend [tvukelic] by leadfoot4 Mar 27, 2009 (3:23 am)
Replying to: tvukelic (Mar 26, 2009 1:07 am) "Tvukelic", I've mentioned this in the past, but since you're looking to buy a truck soon, I'll mention it again. I have a 2005 Canyon Z-71 SLE 4x4. I realize that it has only 26,000 miles on it so far, but except for a failed switch that activates the interior lights when the door is opened, it has been trouble free.   The other side of the coin is this....I take care of the truck! It's not a refrigerator, you plug it in and forget about till it stops running....   I use the truck primarily for winter driving, so I wash it as frequently as possible in winter, especially the underside, to keep the road salt from accumulating. When I rotate the tires, I flush the front discs/calipers with clean water, and I pull the rear drums and rinse any accumulated salt from inside there, and blow dry with a leaf blower. I change the oil regularily. I use Red Line fuel system cleaner regularily to prevent carbon deposits.   So far, it appears that my methods are working...If you and your wife like the truck, buy it!

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