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#163 of 496 Re: Leaking water [pemnel] by coltsfan Jan 31, 2008 (6:09 am)
Replying to: pemnel (Jan 30, 2008 10:30 pm) We did get our leaking problem fixed: it was an un-connected drain hose from the rear sunroof. Apparantly the water would come in thru the rear sunroof & then run down the channel along the roof line to the front end & end up coming in around the glove box. Our gove box did not get wet inside - the water only came in around the outside of the glove box near the door. The dealership/mechanic had to drop the whole headliner to re-connect the hose & we've not had any more leaking issues.   We also had a part replaced on the rear hatch on the support post on the driver's side. The dealership said they had a bulletin on this -- when the hatch was opened it would settle into place with a loud clunking noise & a jerk.   We also love our Acadia & haven't had the problems shown here. Hope this helps!!
#164 of 496 Re: FWD Traction [kchef76] by elias Feb 02, 2008 (6:35 am)
Replying to: kchef76 (Jan 28, 2008 1:27 pm) kchef76, the problem you describe sounds like correct behavior for FWD. you can probably mitigate the tractionloss if you swap to a softer/performance tire, but those will wear faster and will reduce mpg. by 3-4 rpms do you mean 3000 to 4000? um, are you brake-torquing it trying to do some sort of dragstrip launch? ! Replies to this message: kchef76 (Feb 04, 2008 8:57 am) 2saab (Feb 04, 2008 9:38 am) elias (Feb 04, 2008 1:31 pm) sidewinder101 (Feb 04, 2008 9:53 pm)
#165 of 496 Re: FWD Traction [elias] by kchef76 Feb 04, 2008 (8:57 am)
Replying to: elias (Feb 02, 2008 6:35 am) Elias, Right 3000-4000 rpms. No hot roding here. In fact, I was on a freewar on-ramp this morning, the road was a bit slick and I was doing about 45-50mph and then I punched it and the wheels spun big time. Still normal? I guess I never have had a car do that. Thanks for the response. Replies to this message: 2saab (Feb 04, 2008 9:38 am) elias (Feb 04, 2008 1:31 pm) sidewinder101 (Feb 04, 2008 9:53 pm)
#166 of 496 Re: FWD Traction [kchef76] by 2saab Feb 04, 2008 (9:38 am)
Replying to: kchef76 (Feb 04, 2008 8:57 am) Punching it such that you get up to 4000 RPM at 45 to 50 MPH is going to generate a lot of torque. Normally at 45 MPH you would be in 5th or 6th gear and the RPM is probably around 1300. This transmission downshifts rather abruptly so you are quickly putting a lot of power to the wheels. With anything other than dry pavement I would not be surprised that you get significant wheel spin. Take it easy - your car will live longer, and so will you.
#167 of 496 Acadia doesn't start... by sybillcar Feb 04, 2008 (11:30 am)
First off let me say this in NOT a cold start problem. We have had our Acadia almost a year now and 2 weeks after purchase it started this problem. We could go out in the morning or after driving 400 miles, try to start it and it is dead, clicking sound or nothing at all, it has done it all. It has also died to the point that the remote entry wouldn't work, radio clock reset the whole nine yards. each time I need a jump after the jump it runs fine, no excessive driving required or battery charge needed. Could shut the car right off after the jump and it then it restarts just fine. I have had it in to the dealership and called onstar each time, and there is no recorded problem all sys. check come back normal. I even had the GM rep look at it...no help there. Battery has been replaced and it STILL does it. There is no memory codes in the computer...and no one is able to duplicate the problem so each time I bring it in to the dealer it is "fine". now I have it back and I am forced to drive it till dies again and then have it towed into the dealership. Hopefully it is convienant to me and my busy schedule and with small children I am nervous. I am currently in touch with BBB and the lemon law since i have had it in about 4 times for this same problem and no one seems to know what is wrong. I have never had the right turn stalling problem but I do get error messages about the traction control and stabilitrak needing service but then the computer never records these error messages either and the dealer can't fix what they don't know is wrong. also the nav. screen will go blank and the radio will shut off every once in a while when I start it and I need to shut off the car and restart it then it will turn back on...weird. My only answer to all this is that my acadia has multiple personality disorder...does anyone else have a "sybill" car??? Replies to this message: thepas (Feb 04, 2008 7:14 pm) kevin_q (Feb 06, 2008 10:05 am) skupie (Jan 14, 2009 11:52 am)
#168 of 496 Re: FWD Traction [kchef76] by elias Feb 04, 2008 (1:31 pm)
Replying to: kchef76 (Feb 04, 2008 8:57 am) you are most welcome, kchef ! ya, on wet ramp, it's more likely/normal to see traction-loss like that...
#169 of 496 Re: Acadia doesn't start... [sybillcar] by thepas Feb 04, 2008 (7:14 pm)
Replying to: sybillcar (Feb 04, 2008 11:30 am) 8 weeks ago I had a no start problem (remote and ignition not functioning) that the dealer attributed to a faulty fuel sensor that misread when temperature dropped below -30C. They replaced the fuel sensor with a "new" version in December and it seemed to be working well until the end of January. In spite of block heater plugged in all night, ignition problem returned...just wouldn't start. Mind you it was  -51C windchill. Tow truck finally arrived 2 days later (I had tried starting once daily with no success, even though lights were bright, etc.) and I decided to try a start as it arrived (weather had warmed up to -20C). It started! I now believe the "battery saver" activates at some low temp level and prevents starting to save the battery. Since the battery is located under the floor in the back seat area, an electric battery blanket can't be used to keep the battery warm. I may have to try an interior car warmer solution, or build a garage! In addition, after the no start up problem, my Feb On Star report indicated my "oil life reading" had mysteriously improved from 40% oil life left to 100% left. I have decided to get an oil change this week and have it reset so I can trust it.
#170 of 496 Re: FWD Traction [kchef76] by sidewinder101 Feb 04, 2008 (9:53 pm)
Replying to: kchef76 (Feb 04, 2008 8:57 am) My FWD Acadia w/ the 18 inchers has had no traction problems, no matter what the situation. Might want to try punching/merging it in the same or a similar location under safer conditions (i.e. not so slick). If you still experience traction loss in the manner described, it might be time to get the traction control system checked.
#171 of 496 Re: Scary problem in 2008 Acadia [rocket_08] by leecroatt Feb 05, 2008 (10:06 am)
Replying to: rocket_08 (Dec 20, 2007 8:32 pm) This sounds like a ground problem. If the dash is not grunded good, many weird things can happen. Years and years ago had a grounding problem that when I put the turn signals on, the dash lights would flash. Plus many other weird electrical things. The mechanic added an extra grund for the dash and never seen the problem again.
#172 of 496 Re: Acadia doesn't start by kevin_q Feb 06, 2008 (10:05 am)
Replying to: sybillcar (Feb 04, 2008 11:30 am) Sounds like you might need alternator. I would go back the dealer and force them with law suit to replace the alternator. Replies to this message: skupie (Jan 14, 2009 11:52 am)

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