20 Most Recent 2004 Oldsmobile Alero - Page 3 Questions & Answers

Ignition lock cylinders are pretty notorious for this. You may get the thing to turn by wiggling the key up and down while turning at the same time. I have also had luck in tapping on the cylinder with a screwdriver handle while turning the key. To completely fix the problem, you will have to replace the lock cylinder. GM (AC Delco) lock cylinder kits come with an assortment of tumblers so the new cylinder can be set-up to work with your existing keys.

the hvac fan is usually located on the passenger side under the glove box, just a few screws and it will fall out.

no..IT doesn't happen

check for broken timing belt / chain run fault codes to check for crank/cam position sensors check ignition control module for operation

$150 if you don't know how don't try it , if your really capable YouTube it they have repair videos step by step

Gm vehicles generally do not like to be run out of gas. The fuel in the tank helps keep the fuel pump cool. If it was running before you filled it than it is very likely that the pump has gone bad. A couple of things you can do. Look for the fuel test port on the fuel rail. Remove the plastic cap and press in the schrader valve. there should be a spurt of fuel when it is depressed (use caution as not to get fuel in your eyes). If nothing comes out crank the engine over a couple of times and try again. If nothing still comes out we have confirmed it is a fuel issue. You will need a helper for this next trick. Get a rubber mallet and smack the center of the fuel tank with the mallet while your helper tries to start the engine. If the engine starts replace the fuel pump. I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jeremy_d728a59f986299fa

First you'll need to take it someplace to get the computer checked for trouble codes. The codes will tell you or a mechanic what to test. If the check engine light comes on, it will also turn on the other warning lights even if there is no problem with trac or ABS.

Did you check for spark at any ot the spark plug wires/ coils? If there is, check for fuel pressure at the fuel rail. Take the port cap off and connect a fuel pressure gauge. If one is not available, with a pocket screw driver deppress valve at port and observe if fuel pours out. If no fuel comes out at all, check your fuel pump circuit. Check for good ground and power at fuel pump connector. If power/ground are ok, replace fuel pump. If spark and good fuel pressure is present, there is the possibility of engine mechanical issues(jumped) timing chain). Also, a plugged catalitic wont let engine start but its very unlikely thats your problem. Start with your basics: spark, fuel, engine mechanical and catalitic.

Take the car to someone you can trust and make sure that one its not overheating and 2 if it isn't overheating then you may have to check for a leaky hose or a possible gasket leak I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/howard_977676954994c5b2

Could be a faulty cruise control servo activator. The power to move the cruise control Actuator is most likely coming from the Brake power hydraulic booster vacuum pipe and if the cruise control vacuum servo is failing and leaking in air you lose the brakes power hydraulics. check the vacuum pipe coming off the power booster brake master cylinder vacuum pipe you may find a tee connector in the vacuum main pipe and follow it to see where it goes to. Could be a break in the cruise control vacuum hose but if it is only happening when the cruise control is activated a fault or leak in the cruise control servo device is the main suspect. Which you should find at the other end of the cruise control vacuum hose.

Dis is it!!!

Alternator Insufficient Charge

If it doesn't click when trying to start, I would look at the ignition switch. If it does, hit the starter with a hammer or rod. If it starts, replace the starter.