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Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe No Start problems

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#300 of 375 Same Issue as Everyone Else by kevinhall

Jul 23, 2011 (3:44 pm)

AAA towed my 2007 Tahoe LTZ to the dealership yesterday (I've bought 4 Chevrolets in the past 4 years from the same dealer) with this same problem. They have serviced my Tahoe since it was new. It just turned 70K miles and the very same electrical problems that many of you have described has happened. The bells and whistles activate however it won't start. The dealer tells me it needs a new starter, solenoid and battery. Total fix, $900. I told the dealer if that's the case, NO MORE Chevrolet's for me or my company. I stuck by Chevrolet through the tough times and now they won't stick by me. It's supposed to be a new General Motors and new Chevrolets however it's the same old game when it comes to dealer service and corporate responsibility. I don't treat my customers this way.
 
I would like to know how your situation was resoled. Please let me know.
Thank you and have a nice weekend.

#301 of 375 Re: 02 Tahoe Start problems [jnskijnski] by plexus84

Jul 24, 2011 (7:06 am)

Replying to: jnskijnski (Sep 07, 2010 12:42 pm)
I'm having the same issue. Did you ever figure it out?

#302 of 375 Re: '99 tahoe 5.7L LT problems [yoshimatts] by alanrs

Jul 24, 2011 (10:01 am)

Replying to: yoshimatts (Jul 10, 2011 5:23 pm)
yoshimats,
 
On the coldest day of the year in January, a similar thing happened to my '01 Suburban. I left a business with the engine running fine, but when I entered a controlled-access state highway (like an interstate) it would not accelerate normally. I could only attain about 50 mph, and the engine stumbled badly if I tried to open the throttle more. With it running so poorly, I figured it would be best to get off the highway at the first opportunity. As I slowed for the big 180 degree curve, the engine stopped running, and I coasted to a stop on the shoulder of the exit. The engine almost restarted a couple of times but would not run. I called for a tow. Good thing I had a heavy coat, hat, and gloves!
 
I sprayed a small amount of starting fluid into the intake at home, and the engine fired for as long as the vapor lasted. Like garciar, I also could not hear the telltale sound of the fuel pump from right by the tank when a family member turned on the ignition. I ordered a new pump and filter, and installed them myself. That fixed the problem immediately, and the truck has run without that problem since, including a recent 2000+ mile trip.
 
Dropping the fuel tank on a Suburban is no job for a mechanical novice.
Because of the method of attachment for the fuel lines (so-called quick-connects) and their locations, in particular the front two, it is obvious that the chassis for my truck was completed (including the fuel system) prior to dropping the body onto the frame. There is simply no way to disconnect the plastic over-tank lines without severing them, so they either have to be cut and replaced or the pump has to be changed with the lines still connected at the front, which is what I did. The process is incredibly difficult. I see why the labor cost is so high for the job.
 
One note to any D-I-Y mechanic out there: I struggled with the large hose section which connects the metal fuel filler pipe to the plastic tank. It was so stiff that I feared damage to the ($400+) tank's spout from straining to get the hose off, so I cut it with a knife. I figured maybe $20 - 30 at the dealership for the hose, less than a foot long and maybe 2" in diameter. Not so. The hose price at the dealer was $135! This is a GM-only part. I found one online discounted to just under $100. Sheesh!

#303 of 375 Re: Same Issue as Everyone Else [kevinhall] by steveq

Jul 24, 2011 (2:57 pm)

Replying to: kevinhall (Jul 23, 2011 3:44 pm)
The dealer updated my Body Control Module (BCM). They said that would fix my battery drain problem. I'm not sure if it was really fixed but I haven't had a problem since.

#304 of 375 Re: 02 Tahoe Start problems [plexus84] by steveq

Jul 24, 2011 (2:57 pm)

Replying to: plexus84 (Jul 24, 2011 7:06 am)
The dealer updated my Body Control Module (BCM). They said that would fix my battery drain problem. I'm not sure if it was really fixed but I haven't had a problem since.

#305 of 375 2007 Suburban Battery Cable, power loss by lburghoss

Jul 24, 2011 (7:52 pm)

My Suburban will not start and loses complete power. I have noticed the amp guage going up and down below 14 while driving at any speed. If I shut the truck off when the amp guage is below 14, I lose all power and it will not start again. UNLESS, I open the hood and move the positive battery cable around, not at the terminal, but 3-4 inches from the battery. Then all power restored and it starts. I have checked all the cables and made sure they are tight. No corrosion. Anyone else have this problem???? Is there a fix?
 
Today the rear air started acting up. The front blows cold, but the rear blows hot...anyone have a fix?

#306 of 375 07 Suburban LT Starts Hard by jdvoigt

Jul 26, 2011 (4:42 am)

Out of the blue, my suburban began starting hard. Turn the key and it cranks over for several seconds longer that it should. Finally catches, but just isn't right. Normally pops right over, but now it cranks for 5-6 seconds before it fires. Anyone have any ideas? Sounds like this could be a fuel pump or fuel system issue? Any ideas before I bring it into the dealer would be appreciated...

#307 of 375 Re: difficult cold start [my_three_sons] by jcatesjr

Aug 01, 2011 (5:32 pm)

Replying to: my_three_sons (Dec 06, 2008 3:00 pm)
500 for the fuel pump! I found one online for a 2000 Tahoe for 150 shipped. I'm going to get it and have my mechanic install it. I'm guessing he'd charge 250 to 300 for the work. That's allot cheaper than 800 everyone is talking about. My Tahoe is doing exactly what everyone else's is. Starts on second turn of the key. The fuel gauge is intermittent, though. Goes up to full and drops down to empty while driving. This indicates the fuel pump as well as the not starting every time. Change the Pump.

#308 of 375 Re: 07 Suburban LT Starts Hard [jdvoigt] by kiawah

Aug 04, 2011 (1:49 pm)

Replying to: jdvoigt (Jul 26, 2011 4:42 am)
Have 2007 LTZ w/same problem. Just got it back today and they replaced the fuel pump under warranty. Hard start problem resolved.

#309 of 375 Re: 07 Suburban LT Starts Hard [kiawah] by alanrs

Aug 04, 2011 (6:18 pm)

Replying to: kiawah (Aug 04, 2011 1:49 pm)
kiawah,
 
If you do not mind, I'd like to know how many miles were on your Suburban when the problem surfaced? My 2001 model was right about 115,000 when the pump went out, so I can't feel too bad about it.

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