Top 20 2000 Chevrolet Malibu - Page 3 Questions & Answers

Always disable the air bag system first, to prevent accidental deployment of the air bags. The main airbag module is beneath carpeting under passengers seat. To remove passengers seat, At the rear of the seat remove the two bolts securing the tracks to the floor, tilt the seat up and towards the instrument panel, unplug any electrical connectors beneath and remove the seat. the front plastic track covers can remain in place while the seat track tabs are lifted out of the slots on the floor. ( caution disable airbag before removing the seat ) Good-Day! Hope this helps you!

There is no specific order to tighten them down, turn the nuts to the stops and troque them to the specified nimber in the repaire manual. If you do not have a repair manual you can pick one up at your local autopart store for under $20

If the theft light is on, you have a problem with the pass-lock system which will require a visit to your local shop or dealer, depending on the outcome of diagnostics.

Could be just a glitch. The BCM controls the beep through the radio. Thats why you hear for the speaker/drivers side. There are three possibilities for the beep. Door ajar with the key in the ignition, turn signal on too long, and seat belt unbuckled with the car running. Check for lights in the dash. no door ajar light, no seatbelt light. That could be the problem.

If you have done basic tune up stuff, I would check fuel pressure with gauge installed and running down the highway. Other possibles are bad ignition module, loose wire somewhere in coil circuit, bad fuel pump, filter, many others.

Are we speaking of brakes or coolant system? If its brakes the bleeder valve is located on the the caliper usually has a rubber cover over it. On most it's either a 8 or 10 millimeter socket to brake it loose. And if your speaking of the bleeder valve for the coolant system it's located on top of the thermostat housing. Hope this helps you out.

Well, a faulty water pump could cause the engine to overheat fairly quickly, but additional pressure in the cooling system is usually caused by a leaking head gasket.

#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.

No. The knock sensor picks up vibration in the engine and signals the engine computer to slow down the timing. It may run sluggish, but should still run.

suction is too great to over come by pulling. twist the boot of the plug wire left and right, then try and lift the lip of the boot away form the plug to allow air under the boot, then pull

probably not . I would have a compression test done to check for head gasket or cracked head. Check coolant level in the radiator at the cap and ensure that there is no air lock in the cooling system as what you refer to is in fact boiling off from the cylinders not being completely surrounded by water or the compression gasses are escaping from the chamber

you either under torqued the bolts or over torqued them,causes the gasket breaks

Best you can do is... try another matching key or jiggle the key until it turns. Be sure that the steering wheel isn't jammed against the steering wheel lock - if it is, it'll make the key hard to turn & it'll be tough to tell that it CAN be turned. If necessary, jack up the front of the car for a moment, just to release side stress on the tires.

No key or key fob, switch not working? You can remove the back seats. The bottom just pulls up/ snapped in. Then there are bolts/nuts to remove for the back part. once the bolts are removed the pull up on it to get it out. It's hooked in on the top.

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Buy a manual. There is a lot of info that some one could miss that is important to reassemble it. Go to alldatadiy.com this will give all the info you need to do the job. Cheaper than a manual.

more than likely the switch was not properly adjusted after you put it on or its a bad switch from the factory... have you tried checking fuse #6 in the trunk? is there any other lights acting abnormal? is it only the brake lights? (parking and running lights come on fine?) If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jonathan_4cd718ed254374ee

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.

There is no easy way to change the fuse block, all of the terminals are fed from the bottom. The last time i changed one i took a sheet of paper, flipped the box over and wrote down the color wire and terminal it went to, if you attempt this i would draw a picture of a grid and note the wires in each block. Also a special terminal removal tool may be needed to remove terminals with out damage. Good luck- Justin (GM certified mechanic)

If your talking about the shift solenoids in the transmission, they are located on the valve body and will require removal of the transmission cover. If your talking about the BTSI (brake transmission shift interlock solenoid this is located on the shifter module.