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2001 Oldsmobile Alero - Page 8 Questions & Answers
How to deactivate the vats system on my car?
If the system won't disarm with the remote, you can put the key in the ignition, turn the key nto the run position, and let it sit there for 15 or 30 minutes. Turn the key to off position, then the car will operate like normal for one cycle. This is a known issue with the vats and passlock systems in many gm vehicles.
2001 olds alero won't start
Does it crank over? Do you have dash lights? Is there fuel in the tank? Have you checked to see if you have fuel pressure? Is the check engine light on? SOOOO many possibilities could be causing it to not start
Disable vats
The only way to do it, beside bypassing it. Is to have the car running. find the data wire from the BCM to the ECM and cut it. This puts the ECM into default mode, it also set the security light. The car will start and run though. The draw back is. That if the battery goes dead or you disconnect power from the ECM. the ECM will reset and the car won't run. This can only be done on passkey and passkey1. I haven't tried it on passkey2. It will not work on passkey3.
How do i install a manual window regulator in an oldsmobile 2001 alero
Ok let's do this you need to have tool to remove window crank handle then remove door panel look for screws in arm rest then panel should be held on by plastic push pins remove the by prying door panel with screw driver after removal look at crank handle shaft you will find bolts attaching mechanism to door get help from another person to hold the glass after removing bolts you can work the unit to remove glass from the unit then reinstall glass into the unit and put back in reverse order this will take lots of patience but you can do this the glass is in a metal frame with rollers that slide into the mechanical window regulator make sure glass goes back into the window felt track during reinstall hope this helps.
Service engine soon light
How do you turn off or reset the "Service Engine Soon " light off without taking my Infinity I35 to dealer. Trying to avoid $200.00 dealer charge!
Car shakes at idle, sometimes feels like it slips when moving, exhaust crackles and pops?
You didn't mention which engine you have. If it is a 6 cylinder and the coils were changed the ignition wires should also have been changed. The rain, or moisture, will arch on broke down ignition wires. If the engine is a 4 cylinder, the spark plug boots should have been changed, if not the same condition would occur.
If the check engine light continues flashing you will damage the catalytic convertor. Have the PCM scanned again for miss fire codes, P0300, 301, 302 and so on.
How do I relplace gear shift?
If you have a stick shift ( floor shift) remove the boot around the gear stick and the insulation on the floor to reveal the 4 bolts that hold the shift turret on to the top of the box. Undo the bolts and lift the gear lever assembly out of the gear box.
I have a 2001 alero oldsmobile. I replaced the
alero's had a persistant problem of ac condesate building up inside heater box and rusting the blower drive motor shaft to the point it wont turn anymore id get a look at this first. if fan wont spin free with your fingers all them other parts arnt going to help you
How to get my 2001 Alero to start? How can I check to see if it is getting a spark?
There is a extended spark plug it is basically a spark plug with a wire in it that clips to one of your coils when you pull the coil off the spark plug. Really a regular spark plug wire will fit on most coils then use the spark plug in the motor or purchase a checker buy at auto zone it looks like a regular spark plug but it has a metal clip welded to the side of it so it can be mounted to a metal pipe or bolt so it can be mounted to point toward you when you crank it over and look at it at the same time if it is getting spark you will see it very clearly. Or take it to your local garage for assistance. Thanks and remember to rate my solution for my point earnings.And dont forget to rate my solution it is how i get my points. This advice is free from us we all have jobs as well so be patient at times for answers and dont re post it it wastes our very valuable time. Thanks FixYa team.
Do I Need To Do Anything Before Removing Radio In
Nothing special, if you plan on putting it back in make sure you do not have a security set. If you have a security code set, delete it before you disconnect the battery to remove. If you do not plan on reinstalling, don't worry about it.
Good luck.
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