20 Most Recent 2000 Chevrolet Malibu - Page 5 Questions & Answers

parts store has Super Trim Adhesive that is in a spray can. works really good. just spray it let it set for a few minutes to get tacky then put it on.

If you are able to make it satrt by grounding the relay then you know for shure that the ac system works fine . But you have a problem on the driving side of the ac system . I would look for an open circuit on your pcm module that drives the relay. ( the wire between your pcm and a/c relay is open .) Try to locate that wire and see if you have overload of resistance, if yes change wire and everything is good. if not than you could have a faulty pcm output.(in that case you would need a new pcm. hope this will help you!!

I had a lumina that acted strange, just like this. The customer said that he could drive it a while and then it would not start. I started it and was trying to find the problem. He mentioned that when he hits a bump the car would die sometimes. So, I kicked the Right Front wheel while it was running. The car died. It did it repeatedly. I discovered that the key (with the black resistor on it) was not making good contact with the contacts in the key slot. It was an easy fix. I measured the resistance on the key resistor (black resistor on the key) from one side of the key to the other. Found a resistor of the same resistance. Installed it in the little white wires leading down the column. Fixed. No more resistor key needed. I hope this helps you. Not much information to go on. Just trying to help you out.

Here is an example of a stupid question A guy --- tells you with no testing-- you have a fuse problem,really! Can you tell me the problem--NO ONE CAN It won't start --so someone on the internet should be able to guess at it,again with NO TESTING what so ever Tell them what's wrong with the radio,again really,The Car Won't Start, who cares about the radio,you can't use the car

Yes. There are at least as many grounds as there are electrical loads such as light bulbs, solonoides, etc. Withought the ground they will not work.

If fuse keeps blowing that means that there is a shortage on AC wiring or switch controlling the air conditioner.

Also an abnormal power draw from AC caused by an internal fault on AC can cause the fuse to blow.
Test wiring and switch with a voltmeter, the most common is that there is a short to ground between wiring and car body somewere.

if all guages just shut off, temp, blinkers, fuel guage, etc. check for a bad ignition switch.

#PIC5913: Diagnostic Tip - B1001 With SIR MIL And/Or SVS MIL And/Or Locked Radio - (Sep 19, 2013) Subject: Diagnostic Tip - B1001 With SIR MIL And/Or SVS MIL And/Or Locked Radio Models: 1998-02 Chevrolet Astro, Venture, S10, Blazer, Trailblazer, Camaro, Cavalier, Corvette, Impala, Monte Carlo, Lumina, Malibu, Metro, Prizm, Express 1998-02 GMC Safari, Savana 1998-02 Pontiac Bonneville 1998-02 Pontiac Firebird Models, Sunfire, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Montana 2001-02 Pontiac Aztek 1998-99 Buick Riviera 1998-02 Buick LeSabre, Park Avenue, Century, Regal 2002 Buick Rendezvous 1998-99 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1998-02 Oldsmobile Bravada, Aurora, Intrigue, Alero 1998-02 Cadillac DeVille, SeVille, Eldorado, STS, SLS, Catera, Escalade Models The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI. Condition/Concern Some vehicles may exhibit a B1001 DTC with an SIR lamp, SVS lamp on and/or radio locked, possibly after module replacement (i.e. BCM, SDM, etc.). This information is presented to clarify the failure modes that will set this DTC, as well as offer a diagnostic direction to help repair them. DTC B1001, by definition, is a "configuration mismatch" between vehicle modules that communicate with each other over a data line. Modern vehicle systems depend upon each module storing certain vehicle information, as well as information about other modules in order to work properly together. Common causes of B1001 are:

1. An incorrect or non-existent VIN number in modules that require them.
2. A module that has been replaced but not programmed per currently published service information.
3. SDM replacement where the new SDM is a different (newer) part number than the original.

Recommendation/Instructions A common diagnostic approach that will address most concerns with B1001 is as follows:

1. Ask the technician if a module has recently been replaced which led to the B1001 DTC. If so, determine if the service information procedure for replacing the affected module has been followed. For example, some callers mistakenly believe that a new BCM simply requires "theft deterrent relearn" to operate properly. However, many modules require a "new module setup/RPO configuration" procedure to operate properly. The process for setting up a new module varies, consult currently published service information for the correct procedure for your application.
2. If an SDM has recently been replaced, the BCM requires the last 4 digits of the SDM part number to be stored in a portion of the BCM to prevent DTC B1001. If the SDM's service part number is different than the original module, a special procedure is required to erase and re-learn this "restraints ID" code in the BCM. While the procedure varies from vehicle to vehicle, there are two standard methods as follows:
1. On some vehicles the Tech 2 has a function available in the BCM or SIR "Special Functions" menu. Common terminology is "setup SDM part number in BCM" or similar nomenclature. Follow on-screen instructions to complete procedure.
2. Some vehicles require an "SPS" method of programming the restraints ID. Perform the "Request Info" step at the vehicle and confirm the VIN number stored, then take the Tech 2 back to the terminal and down-load the appropriate file from the TIS2WEB "available modules" menu.
3. If neither of the above are successful in clearing B1001, check the following modules with the appropriate Tech 2 data list under "VIN" or "module information" to determine if the correct VIN number is stored.

PCM: If the PCM does not have a VIN stored, or the incorrect VIN is stored, it will be necessary to program the PCM using the current SPS method. If the PCM already has the latest calibration software installed, it will be necessary to contact Techline Customer Support Center (TCSC: 1-800-828-6860 English or 1-800-503-3222 French) and request a VCI number to allow reprogramming with the same calibration. BCM: If the BCM does not have a VIN stored, or the incorrect VIN is stored, it will be necessary to install the correct VIN using the appropriate line under the BCM's "special functions" menu. Follow on-screen prompts to complete programming. Radio: If the Radio does not have a VIN stored, or the incorrect VIN is stored, it will be necessary to install the correct VIN using the appropriate line under the radio's "special functions" menu. Follow on-screen prompts to complete programming. Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.

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Most cars have abs wheel sensors on every wheel. If they get a little dirt on them it can set off. Cleaning the sensors will do the magic

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sounds like a sending unit, those are inside the gas tank. you either have to drop the gas tank which is most likely or there is a hole from inside the vehicle with a cover over it that allows access to it to replace it.

That's because that's module its bad you need to replace it there is no code only its id

1. Close the vehicle doors. 2. Turn OFF the ignition. 3. Remove the key from the ignition. 4. Press and hold the driver side door lock switch to UNLOCK position. 5. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and remove the key. (Do not turn the ignition key in the lock cylinder.) 6. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and remove the key. (Do not turn the ignition key in the lock cylinder.) 7. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder. (Do not turn the ignition key in the lock cylinder.) Leave the ignition key in the ignition lock cylinder. 8. Release the door lock switch. The vehicle will sound three beeps in order to verify the Program Mode has been activated. 9. Press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons together on the keyless entry transmitter and hold until the vehicle beeps twice to verify that the transmitter has been successfully programmed (this take approximately 15 seconds). 10. Perform the previous step to program up to four transmitters (including your old ones). 11. Remove the ignition key in order to exit the Program Mode.