If you have a 2008-2016 Chevy Cruze with a 1.4L engine and the water pump has gone bad, it is often replaced by DIY individuals. It is a straightforward job which, like many vehicles, requires working in small spaces. All the work is mainly done from the fount top of the engine with little to no need to… Read More »
If you have a Chevy Cruze that is overheating or has no heat, you may have an issue with the thermostat. The thermostat is a common failure on the Chevy Cruze and also one of the more easier DIY fixes. Symptoms of a Bad Thermostat Overheating No Heat Coolant or Sweet Smell When a thermostat fails, the most… Read More »
If you have a Chevy Spark and get a Code 82 displayed on the dashboard, it is a notification that it is time to change the oil. It is not an emergency, and the vehicle will continue to operate, but the oil should be replaced as soon as convenient. What is a Chevy Spark Code 82? When a… Read More »
If you have a Chevrolet 1500 Silverado, Sierra, or Tahoe and get a P0521 error code, it is a straightforward fix. This also includes almost any Chevy engine type, including the 4.3L, 5.3L, and 6.2L. The cause is the oil pressure sending unit/switch, which usually needs to be replaced. What Is a P0521 OBDII Code? A P0521 is… Read More »
If you have a Chevy and get an SVC Tire Monitor error message on your dashboard, the onboard computer sees a low tire. It can also be an error from a bad sensor, but usually, it is a low tire that needs air. The vehicle may also give a Tire Low Add Air message. The onboard computer will… Read More »
If you have a Chevy Equinox and it gives the message “Engine Power is Reduced” along with an exclamation mark, this can be caused by several things. When the vehicle on-board computer (ECM) detects a system error, it will go into reduced power mode, also called limp mode. The most common issue is the throttle body needs to… Read More »
If you have a 5.7 Vortec engine and it is not getting any spark, there are several things that can cause the issue. This includes the fuses, crank sensor, cam sensor, distributor, ignition module, plug wires, and rotor. With the many things that can cause a no spark issue, each component will need to be tested or replaced… Read More »
Having a good OBDII scan tool when troubleshooting a Chevy or GM vehicle is a nice thing to have. An OBDII scan tool can point to the problem a car or truck is having. Being able to communicate with the onboard-computer (ECM) will give invaluable data as to what the problem is. What Is a Chevy OBDII Error… Read More »
A friend of mine had a fuel filter go bad in a 1999 Chevy Suburban 1500. Replacing the fuel filter should part of regular maintenance but in this case it was blocking fuel from going to the engine. In this tutorial, I will go through the steps we went through to change it out. I would rate this… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk through if needed. In most cases when working on any vehicle the key is not only to know what you are doing, but to have the right tool for the job. In my experience I have pulled, bent, and even broke these pulleys trying to… Read More »