I have a 2002 Grand Am GT, Ram Air V6. Last year the check engine light came on that indicated the engine temp was too LOW. So I replaced the thermostat and temp sensor. Now the engine light has came on again, with the same error code. What can it be besides the thermostat???

check version history, 99 to 05 and then 03 to 05 for coupe.

1999-2005 This section needs additional citations for verification. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (November 2018) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) Fifth generation Overview Production April 1998-May 10, 2005 Model years Assembly Lansing, Michigan, United States Body and chassis Class Mid-size[34][35] Layout Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive Platform N-body Related

• Oldsmobile Alero
• Oldsmobile Cutlass
• Chevrolet Malibu

Powertrain Engine

• 2.2 L L61 Ecotec I4
• 2.4 L LD9 Twin Cam I4
• 3.4 L LA1 V6

Transmission 5-speed Getrag F23 manual
4-speed 4T40-E automatic
4-speed 4T45-E automatic Dimensions Wheelbase 107.0 in (2,718 mm)[36] Length 186.3 in (4,732 mm) Width 70.6 in (1,793 mm) (1999-2000)
70.4 in (1,788 mm) (2001-05) Height 54.5 in (1,384 mm) (1999-2000)
55.1 in (1,400 mm) (2001-05) Curb weight Coupe: 3,066 lb (1,391 kg)
Sedan: 3,116 lb (1,413 kg)[37] Available in late spring 1998, the basic design of the fifth-generation Grand Am was shared with the Oldsmobile Alero (also new for 1999) and Chevrolet Malibu (introduced in 1996). The length was shortened slightly, but the wheelbase grew by more than three inches (76 mm). The suspension was now fully independent, with a revised MacPherson-Strut design upfront. The rear suspension is a more refined Multi-link design. The new Grand Am was offered in five trim levels: SE, SE1, SE2, GT, and GT1. The 2.4 L Twin Cam engine was carried over, with 150 hp (112 kW; 152 PS) and 155 lb?ft (210 N?m) of torque. GM's 3400 V6, previously exclusive to their minivans, became available as an option on the SE and SE1 and was standard on all other trim levels. For 1999, all the Grand Ams featured a 4-speed automatic transmission. The GT and GT1 also included 4-wheel disc brakes,[38] and all Grand Ams until 2003 included standard ABS and Traction Control (made optional on SE from 2003). The GTs also had a Ram Air induction system, providing an extra five horsepower and 5 lb/ft of torque over the 3.4 L V6 when installed in any of the SE-level trims.
The 2000 models added a Getrag 5-speed manual transmission as standard equipment with the four-cylinder. On GT models, the badge on the front fenders now read "RamAir V6", instead of "V6H.O." on 1999 GT's. ASC Creative Services designed the Grand Am SC/T for the SEMA show circuit, which was the concept design for the Ram Air hood and body package. The SC/T later became an appearance package, beginning in 2003. A road test by Car and Driver showed a 0-60 mph time of 7.7 seconds in a GT sedan with an automatic.[36]
For 2001, the SE2 trim level was dropped, a new family of Delco stereos and new wheel designs was introduced. The radio size in 2001 also changed from a 1.5 DIN size to a full 2 DIN size. Halfway through 2002, the Twin Cam 2.4 L engine was replaced by a new 2.2 L Ecotec four-cylinder, which had improvements over the engine it replaced, but produced less output; 140 hp (104 kW; 142 PS) and 150 lb?ft (203 N?m) of torque. Changes for 2002 also included a stationary cup holder in the center console as opposed to a removable one.
The body cladding on SE models was removed in 2003, a change which affected other models throughout Pontiac. Also in 2003, anti-lock brakes and traction control were made optional on the SE. In 2004, an MP3 player was added to the uplevel CD player. In 2005, Pontiac began phasing out the Grand Am lineup for the new G6 replacement. SE sedans were retained for fleet sale and GT coupes were the last Grand Am model available for public sale.

2003-2005 Pontiac Grand Am GT coupe The final Grand Am rolled off the line at Lansing, Michigan's, Lansing Car Assembly plant on May 10, 2005, shortly before the Lake Orion, Michigan plant began assembling G6 coupes. This was also the last car to be made at Lansing's old Fisher Body plant.
Available engines:

• 1999-2002: 2.4 L DOHC Twin Cam L4 (LD9 model) engine: 150 hp (110 kW), 155 lb?ft (210 N?m) of torque
• 2002-2005: 2.2 L DOHC Ecotec L4 engine: 140 hp (100 kW), 150 lb?ft (200 N?m) of torque
• 1999-2005: 3.4 L 3400 OHV V6: 170 hp,(175 for GT) 200 lb?ft (270 N?m) of torque (205 for GT)[39]

Available transmissions:

• 1999-2005: 4-speed automatic with overdrive (4T40-E for four-cylinder engines, 4T45-E for V6 engines)
• 2000-2005: Getrag 5-speed manual with overdrive (four-cylinder engines only)

Hey Rayna,,, if you are sure the coolant is not circulating..??.. Then the water pump is no longer functioning.. OR....the coolant passages have partially clogged up.. When you replaced the thermostat , you should have reversed flushed the entire coolant system, check the radiator hoses for wear (they wear out from the inside), flushed the radiator completely..... Do the complete flush and check the hoses.. refill and see how much better it does..

Could be low fuel pressure or a restriction in the exhaust.
Is the check engine light on ?

Of course the V6 has this sensor. It is vital to get the right fuel-air mixture.
Depending on your location, it may be mounted in the rear side of the air cleaner housing or in the mass air flow meter as here, p451, with test procedures
http://www.turboninjas.com/camry/eg2.pdf

If the thermostat is stuck open, the engine temperature will drop and set a fault code indicating that the engine is not reaching operating temperature. This will cause your check engine light to come on. Have someone scan your engine computer. Most large parts chains will scan for codes at no cost to you. If there is a "Thermostat" or "Engine temp low in closed loop" or a similar code indicating low engine temperature, replace the thermostat.

2000 Pontiac Grand AM 3.4 liter V-6 VIN "E"



Hope helps (remember rated this).

Most likely a bad water pump and/or low coolant level

Re-check the relay to make sure it's still good, then check the fan by hot wiring it to the battery. Also check the temp sensor on the engine. If the check light is on, don't drive it 'till you find out why or you can damage the engine.

Most faultcodes don't disappear automaticly, the have to be 'reset' manually after repairing. It sounds like the code didn't get erased after replacing the MAF. You could try to disconnect the battery for 10 minutes (disconnect and reconnect the negative (-) pole), which should erase the code.

Whenever the engine light still comes back on after that, there probably still is some (other) problem ...

ck the coolant level, if low, top off and ck for leaks. then see if the heat comes back. if coolant level is good and engine temp guage is in the middle, flush heater core. if engine temp is too low, replace thermostat.