Are there any problems with the Pontiac Bonneville?
One problem is the blower control module which is like the resistor coils for old blowers is an electronic unit on the auto temperature control models. It sits on top of the air box next to the blower motor under the hood. The relay center needs to be loosened (1 or 2 bolts) and raised to access it. Available at Advanced Auto, etc.
When did the Pontiac Bonneville convertible come out?
Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. The Pontiac Bonneville is an automobile built by Pontiac from 1957 to 2005. Bonnevilles were full-sized, with the exception of a brief period of mid-size between 1982–1986. The brand was introduced as a limited production performance convertible during the 1957 model year.
When did the Pontiac Bonneville Brougham option come out?
Beginning in 1964, a Bonneville Brougham option package was available that included an even more luxurious interior trim level with front and rear seats featuring center armrests, upgraded door panels and a standard Cordova (vinyl) roof with “Brougham” nameplates.
Why is MY 1993 Bonneville not getting heat?
I have a 1993 Bonneville SSE. I was not getting any heat. I sent it to a local garage and they replaced the temp sensor and the programmer. The mechanic said that it wasn’t the problem and is stumped on why there is still no heat control. The mechanic is stumped with the problem and rigged something so now the heat doesn’t shut off.
One problem is the blower control module which is like the resistor coils for old blowers is an electronic unit on the auto temperature control models. It sits on top of the air box next to the blower motor under the hood. The relay center needs to be loosened (1 or 2 bolts) and raised to access it. Available at Advanced Auto, etc.
Why is my heater not working in my Pontiac Bonneville?
Most likely it’s the blower motor control module. It’s the equivalent of the resistors that are in manual heater control cars in the old days. It sits on top of the box near the blower motor. You have to loosen the one or two bolts holding the relay center that’s above the heater box there to get it out of the way.
Can a Pontiac Bonneville have an air conditioner?
The air conditioning works fine but if you turn the temperature up to 80 or 85 so it should be heating it does switch the air from the dash opening to the floor openings but the air is cool not hot.
Why does my Pontiac Bonneville have low coolant?
Open the cap, when COOL, and look. Low coolant means the heater core gets an air bubble–air doesn’t transfer heat. If it is low, fill. Run car until fully hot and speed up motor to 2500 for a few seconds and repeat this 5 times to push water into heater core and get the air bubble out.
I have a 1993 Bonneville SSE. I was not getting any heat. I sent it to a local garage and they replaced the temp sensor and the programmer. The mechanic said that it wasn’t the problem and is stumped on why there is still no heat control. The mechanic is stumped with the problem and rigged something so now the heat doesn’t shut off.
Why does my Pontiac Bonneville keep getting cold air?
If you turn the heat all the way up to max (90) and shut the car off and restart it then the heat will work but if you lower the temp till the air conditioning comes back on and then raise it again you get cold air again. Any Ideas ? Thanks I’ve read about this before.
What to do if your Pontiac Bonneville heater is hot?
Run car until fully hot and speed up motor to 2500 for a few seconds and repeat this 5 times to push water into heater core and get the air bubble out. #2: If radiator full when running motor is hot, are both heater hoses hot even with blower running at full speed.
Why does my 98 Bonneville stall while driving?
My 98 bonneville has frequently been stalling on me. It mostly happens when I first start the car up, or when I put the car in park after driving. But this week it happened to me while I was driving.
When did Pontiac stop making the Bonneville engine?
This engine was used from 1995 until it was retired from the Bonneville in 2003. In 1997, Pontiac made a 40th Anniversary Edition to mark the 40th year of production of the Bonneville. Pontiac made six models: the SE, the 40th Anniversary SE, the SSE, the 40th Anniversary SSE, the SSEi, and the 40th Anniversary SSEi.
My 98 bonneville has frequently been stalling on me. It mostly happens when I first start the car up, or when I put the car in park after driving. But this week it happened to me while I was driving.
What kind of body style does the Pontiac Bonneville have?
The Bonneville had new “Monocoque” styling and was offered in three body styles, a pillared four-door sedan, four-door hardtop sedan and two-door hardtop coupe.
When did the Pontiac Bonneville 40th anniversary come out?
In 1997, Pontiac made a 40th Anniversary Edition to mark the 40th year of production of the Bonneville. Pontiac made six models: the SE, the 40th Anniversary SE, the SSE, the 40th Anniversary SSE, the SSEi, and the 40th Anniversary SSEi. The 40th Anniversary SSEi is the rarest model with a total production of 637 units.
Run car until fully hot and speed up motor to 2500 for a few seconds and repeat this 5 times to push water into heater core and get the air bubble out. #2: If radiator full when running motor is hot, are both heater hoses hot even with blower running at full speed.
The air conditioning works fine but if you turn the temperature up to 80 or 85 so it should be heating it does switch the air from the dash opening to the floor openings but the air is cool not hot.
Where is the heater located on a Pontiac Bonneville?
It sits on top of the box near the blower motor. You have to loosen the one or two bolts holding the relay center that’s above the heater box there to get it out of the way. It’s held in by a couple of screws and is a circuit board.
Most likely it’s the blower motor control module. It’s the equivalent of the resistors that are in manual heater control cars in the old days. It sits on top of the box near the blower motor. You have to loosen the one or two bolts holding the relay center that’s above the heater box there to get it out of the way.
If you turn the heat all the way up to max (90) and shut the car off and restart it then the heat will work but if you lower the temp till the air conditioning comes back on and then raise it again you get cold air again. Any Ideas ? Thanks I’ve read about this before.
When did the Pontiac Bonneville 10th generation come out?
In this article, we consider the tenth-generation Pontiac Bonneville, produced from 2000 to 2005. In this article, you will find fuse box diagrams of Pontiac Bonneville 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005, get information about the location of the fuse panels inside the car, and learn about the assignment of each fuse (fuse layout) and relay.
Open the cap, when COOL, and look. Low coolant means the heater core gets an air bubble–air doesn’t transfer heat. If it is low, fill. Run car until fully hot and speed up motor to 2500 for a few seconds and repeat this 5 times to push water into heater core and get the air bubble out.
What was the horsepower of a 1971 Pontiac Bonneville?
The standard engine for 1971-72 was a 455 cubic-inch V8 with two-barrel carburetor that was rated at 280 gross horsepower for 1971 and 185 net horsepower for 1972 and optionally available was the four-barrel version of the 455 rated at 325 gross horsepower in 1971 and 250 net horsepower in 1972.
Where are the actuators on a blend door?
Before you make a replacement, be sure to first find out which blend door actuator stopped working. They sometimes make a noise when they break, but don’t count on it. The majority of cars and trucks have two actuators; one on the passenger side and one on the driver side.
Is the GM 3800 Series II engine safe?
Regardless of the recent recall, the 3800 Series II has been a workhorse for GM and has provided years of dependable service. Because of its longevity and use in various GM vehicles, it’s probably an engine that you have become accustomed to seeing in your shop for routine service.
When did GM change the crankshaft balancer on the 3800?
Use the following procedure to properly service the crankshaft balancer on these engines. According to GM, there has been a running design change in the crankshaft balancer. This change affects 3800 engines built late in the 1995 model year (L27 and L36) and all of 1996 model year (L36 and L67).
When was the gerotor added to the GM 3800 engine?
As the engine evolved into the Series I, a gerotor oil pump and roller lifters were added in ’86, on-center bores were added in ’88 along with the balance shaft, and a one-piece rear seal was introduced in ’90.
Is there a recall on the GM 3800?
Tighten the bolt to 150 Nm (111 lb.-ft.) + 76° using J 36660. General Motors is recalling nearly 1.5 million 1997-2003 vehicles equipped with the 3.8L V6 naturally aspirated engine.
How does an adaptive cruise control system work?
Adaptive cruise control systems, sometimes called “smart” cruise, use radar or laser detection to maintain safe distances from vehicles ahead. Some adaptive cruise control systems merely reduce engine speed to maintain distance, but some of the newest adaptive cruise control systems can also engage the brakes to slow or stop the vehicle.
What do you do if your Cruise Control is not working?
You can increase or decrease cruise speed by tapping a button or lever, and you can cancel cruise control by hitting the “Cancel” or “Off” buttons or stepping on the brake. This electronically-controlled throttle body is modulated directly by the engine control module, both for direct driver input and cruise control.