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18 messages, Last post on Sep 28, 2008 at 7:41 AM
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Replying to: carolyn9776 (Jul 18, 2008 2:28 pm) |
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Replying to: mom_of_three1 (Jun 30, 2008 1:59 pm) I would think there is most likely some codes getting thrown. Is your Check Engine Light lighted? Before you go changing components willy nilly, you probably want to know what the engine management system is saying. You can take you Tahoe to almost any auto parts store, or for that matter AAMCO and they will read the codes for free. Worth a shot. As for the U joints. I agree, not related, but if they are bad, you need to replace them. Get under the truck and wiggle the driveshaft(s). If you see any play in the U Joints or hear any noises out of them, they need replacement. Ray |
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| Hey all, I've got a '97 GMC suburban K1500(I know, GMC and all, but I figured that Chevy and GMC have the same exact engine) at 203,000 miles. Just the other day I got back from 2,000 mile trip with it and it started giving me an issue. I'm getting a sort of tickering sound when it idles and the fan is unusually loud. It's become very noticeable since yesterday when I got back. Any ideas? I'm not exactly car-savvy. | |
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Our 2007 Suburban has 35500 miles and has blown white smoke numerous times now. The dealer said they replaced the top of the engine, the heads per a Chevy bulletin. The problems still exists. Our radio made the same sound you hear when an ampifier is unplugged. the dealer replaced the radio per a Chevy bulletin. The problem still exists. When putting the vehicle into reverse after overnight it is jerky and hesitates. The dealer said they reprogramed the transmission per a Chevy bulletin. The problem still exists and appears to be worsening. Any suggestions?
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Replying to: momto5 (Sep 23, 2008 2:41 pm) If they 'fix it', and it's still doing it, then they didn't fix the right thing.
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Replying to: kiawah (Sep 23, 2008 2:57 pm) The dealership called earlier and said everything checked out just fine on the machines. They can't find anything wrong. One of the service techs volunteered to take it home for the evening and see if he could experience the "backing up issue" from his house! We declined his gracious offer. I'm not convinced they were able to "fix" anything. Though things seemed fine when we picked it up. It was probably about 50-100 miles before things weren't working properly again. This is the second time major issues have come up in a couple hundred miles. We were told a 12 month 12k warranty went with the latest work. Today, my husband was told the engine, transmission and drive train have a 5 year 100k mile warranty. Does that sound right to you? It depends on who you ask as to the answer you get. Thanks again.
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Replying to: momto5 (Sep 23, 2008 4:31 pm) Unless you bought an additional warranty thru someone, I believe your warranty is about to expire. Unless there was a marketing change mid-year (or in 2008 models) to carry a longer warranty, I think you'll find a 3/36 warranty.
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Replying to: kiawah (Sep 23, 2008 6:15 pm) ____________________________________________________________________ Covered for five years/100,000 miles* General Motors will warrant each 2007 and 2008 model year passenger car, light duty truck or van for 5 years, or 100,000 miles/160,000 kms. with no deductible, whichever comes first, from the original in-service date of the vehicle, for warrantable repairs which are required as a result of defects due to material and/or workmanship to the Powertrain. Both the '07 and '08 models have the full warranty on everything for 36month/36K miles.
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Replying to: rockman59 (Sep 26, 2008 6:36 pm) I also just pulled out the marketing/sales brochure and have it in my hands, and it clearly indicates 3years/36000 miles (rust thru 6years/100K miles). I'm hoping you are right! |
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