Top 20 1998 Chevrolet Venture Cargo - Page 3 Questions & Answers

it could be either,main bearings or rod bearings,you seem to have a handle on it,now all we can do is take bets when the big knock happens!

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If the engine is running ok, leave it be. If you plan on keeping the vehicle for a long time and no ther issues exist with the performance, you may want to replace the chain, but you'll have to replace other parts as well. Cam shaft gear, crankshaft gear and chain should be replaced at the same time, gaskets, front seal, oil pan gaskets to name a few. Its a big job. I don't know the history of your engine, but I'm sure other parts will need replacing before the chain. Just a thought.

there are four ABS sensors. one behind each wheel in the hub assmebly just follow the shielded wiring harness down to the sensor, it is at the behind the brake rotor in the hub assmebly, the lock up problem is not the sensor, the function of ABS is to stop lock up of the wheel, this problem is caused by a leaking ABS hydraulic control unit, that is the part with all the brake lines coming out of it

Generally they are pretty easy to swap over, some of them can be really tight in which case youll need a puller or a special tool to remove it. My advice see how tight it is before you go buying tools.

try another key,(the car is saying wrong key,or code not the one i need)if this doesnt work then poss car needs recoding at a dealer.if the car starts normally do not bother,costs.

sound like you need a new thermostat

put your key in the ignition switch leave it in the off position, press the remote start button, if it starts and you did not install a transponder bypass modual in it you will require one, if you need one let me know as I stock this item

give these websites a try its www.alldatadiy.com and www.autozone.com if all fails stop by your local library and get your hands on a Haynes auto repair manual for you van or stop in any GM-dealership in the parts department and they will tell you wish you the best of luck Michigan Man.

You mean P0420? You need a new cat converter. The "Mechanic" couldnt tell you that?

well you can remove the front valve cover and check to make sure all the rocker arms are moving if they all move then the cam is not broken if they are not all moving then the cam is broken

If you go to a junk yard you probably will be looking around $100 to $150 if buy from manufacture you will paying much higher price. Also I recommend to check on www.ebay.com

The only way to tell why the engine light is going on or blinking is to have an engine diagnostics scan which will pinpoint exact problem location.

if the coolant level is ok then replace the low coolant light sensor, they are a real problem with these low coolant lites, the sensor is located in the side tank of the radiator, it is held in by a spring clip, very easy to change, u can also try leaning it 1st before replacing that often does the trick.

as to abs problem have a bad sensor or sensor connection not secured to clip did mech scan for codes scanner would explain which side is setting off light ac can be any thing from no freon in line compressor wont come on to fuse/or control at dash if getting power to compressor a/c-clutch may be bad or needs more freon to engage clutch the mech should have given you the codes that set off the service eng soon

YOU NEED A REPAIR MANUAL.ITS GOING TO BE HARD TO PUT IT BACK TOGETHER WITH OUT ONE.SEE WHEN YOU TAKE OUT STEERING COLUMN YOU HAVE TO TAKE NOTES AS YOU TAKE IT APART SO YOU WILL REMEMBER HOW TO PUT IT BACK TOGETHER.LIKE A TRANSMISSION YOU HAVE TO TEAR DOWN IN STAGES TAKE NOTES. IFYOU DONT DO IT IT WILL BE HARD TO PUT BACK TOGETHER.

u need puller

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Trace the wires to the sensor. Clean the sensor.

it does not have one......what is the complaint??