Why does my Pontiac Grand Prix start stalling?
This seemed to start the day after I replaced the PVC Valve, I origionally didnt take the o-ring off the old pvc valve and had to go to the hardware store to get another that I thought ft well. do you think this possibly could be the issue? Recently my car has been giving me problems similar to what everyone else is having.
What are the problems with the Pontiac Grand Prix?
I have a 95 Grand Prix 3.1 and its been having problems lately. It starts hard in the morning. And you have to give it quite a bit of gas when taking off because it doesnt act like it wants to go. If you leave it idling it the rpms will start dropping and it will start sputering really bad.
Why does my 98 Grand Prix GT not start?
I have a 98 Grand Prix GT 3.8L and am unable to get it to fire. I was on a trip and the car wouldnt start up one morning. Had a mechanic work on it and they replace the crank sensor and it ran fine until I got home. A few days later I have the same problem. I replaced the crank sensor again, cam sensor and it still didnt fire or start.
How many times have I replaced the starter on my Pontiac Grand Prix?
I have replaced 3 alternators since I bought it in 2000, had the tranny rebuilt at 128k, replaced the starter once and the battery 2 times. Done the ball joints and tie rod ends on both sides. So I am pretty familiar with the car, but this hesitation thing has me lost!
When does a Pontiac Grand Prix car stall?
WHEN THE CAR STALLS THERE IS NO WARNING. IT HAS HAPPEN TO ME AS I AM IN DRIVE MODE, WHEN I AM ABOUT TO START THE CAR, AND SITTING IN THE DRIVE THROUGH AT FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS. THE TIME OF DAY NOR THE TIME OF SEASON DOES NOT PLAY A ROLE.
Why does my Pontiac Grand Prix not start?
WHEN I TURN THE KEY I CAN HEAR CLICKING SOUNDS, BUT IT WILL NOT START. THE WEATHER DOES NOT PLAY A FACTOR IN THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE GAS IN THE CAR, SO THAT IS NOT THE CAUSE. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT PINPOINT THE PROBLEM. WHEN THE CAR STALLS THERE IS NO WARNING.
Why does my 2005 Grand Prix GT2 stall?
2005 Grand Prix GT2. Ever since I bought it three years ago I have had a intermittent problem with starting. When I start it up it turns over, starts sluggishly, and then stalls. This doesn’t happen every time but it happens a lot!!
Is it dangerous to drive a Pontiac Grand Prix?
IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE A VEHICLE AND YOU DON’T KNOW WHEN IT WILL STALL. THERE IS NO USE TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER WHEN THEY CAN’T EVEN PINPOINT THE EXACT PROBLEM.
Is there a problem with my Pontiac Grand Prix GT?
I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT that has started experiencing major starting issues. I can drive to the store, long distances etc and get the same problems, no ties to the length of trip, completely intermitant. Go out, crank car up & go to destination.
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?
Intermittently when I am up around the 65-70 mph area i will give it gas and it will buck slightly, then most of the time when I let off and re-apply it is fine again. I have the 3800 series III V^6 in the car.
What causes a Pontiac Grand Prix to stall?
Stalling Due to Mass Air Flow or Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure on Pontiac Grand Prix. Problem Description. The mass air flow or crankshaft position sensor may fail causing the engine to intermittently stall. It may be necessary for the engine to cool down before it will restart.
I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT that has started experiencing major starting issues. I can drive to the store, long distances etc and get the same problems, no ties to the length of trip, completely intermitant. Go out, crank car up & go to destination.
How many miles does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?
My ’98 has 215,000 miles. Within the last 5k or so it developed a miss fire on cylinder 1 (at least thats what the code reader said) and I have no clue where to go with that. It then developed a loss in power, I replaced the ‘front’ valve cover gasket.
Intermittently when I am up around the 65-70 mph area i will give it gas and it will buck slightly, then most of the time when I let off and re-apply it is fine again. I have the 3800 series III V^6 in the car.
How many alternators have I replaced on my Pontiac Grand Prix?
No clue on that either. Overall the car has been very reliable. I have replaced 3 alternators since I bought it in 2000, had the tranny rebuilt at 128k, replaced the starter once and the battery 2 times. Done the ball joints and tie rod ends on both sides.
This seemed to start the day after I replaced the PVC Valve, I origionally didnt take the o-ring off the old pvc valve and had to go to the hardware store to get another that I thought ft well. do you think this possibly could be the issue? Recently my car has been giving me problems similar to what everyone else is having.
I have replaced 3 alternators since I bought it in 2000, had the tranny rebuilt at 128k, replaced the starter once and the battery 2 times. Done the ball joints and tie rod ends on both sides. So I am pretty familiar with the car, but this hesitation thing has me lost!
No clue on that either. Overall the car has been very reliable. I have replaced 3 alternators since I bought it in 2000, had the tranny rebuilt at 128k, replaced the starter once and the battery 2 times. Done the ball joints and tie rod ends on both sides.
My ’98 has 215,000 miles. Within the last 5k or so it developed a miss fire on cylinder 1 (at least thats what the code reader said) and I have no clue where to go with that. It then developed a loss in power, I replaced the ‘front’ valve cover gasket.
What are the most common problems with a Pontiac Grand Prix?
One of the most common problems that occur with the Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM vehicles is a burnt out window motor or a broken regulator. The driver’s window gets the most use and is usually the first to fail.
Where is the pressure regulator on a Pontiac Grand?
Disconnect the fuel return line from the pressure regulator, located at the end of the fuel rail using a wrench. Pull the vacuum hose from the port on the pressure regulator. Unscrew the fasteners attaching the fuel pressure regulator to the fuel rail using a Torx screwdriver. Pull the regulator from the fuel rail.
How to check fuel pressure on a Pontiac Grand?
Attach the vacuum hose to the port on the fuel pressure regulator. Plug in the electrical connection for the fuel pump near the fuel tank on 2.4-liter models. On 2.2-liter and V-6 models, replace the cap on the end of the fuel rail.
Can a car stall with a bad throttle position sensor?
The engine can stall for no reason and without any warning. This happens when the TPS gives incorrect information to the ECM. The engine can stall at high speed, at low speed, or even at idle. A faulty throttle position sensor will not let your car accelerate normally. Though this doesn’t happen all the time.
Why does my car stall at low rpm?
The will likely force your computer to stall the engine and only allow it to run at low RPMs, which means the car will only move at slow speeds. This is a safety feature enforced by the computer so that your engine doesn’t get too damaged.
I have a 98 Grand Prix GT 3.8L and am unable to get it to fire. I was on a trip and the car wouldnt start up one morning. Had a mechanic work on it and they replace the crank sensor and it ran fine until I got home. A few days later I have the same problem. I replaced the crank sensor again, cam sensor and it still didnt fire or start.
The will likely force your computer to stall the engine and only allow it to run at low RPMs, which means the car will only move at slow speeds. This is a safety feature enforced by the computer so that your engine doesn’t get too damaged.
The engine can stall for no reason and without any warning. This happens when the TPS gives incorrect information to the ECM. The engine can stall at high speed, at low speed, or even at idle. A faulty throttle position sensor will not let your car accelerate normally. Though this doesn’t happen all the time.
What to do if your GMC Sierra stall out?
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What causes a car to stall while driving?
Dan Ferrell writes about do-it-yourself car maintenance and repair. He has certifications in automation and control technology. A number of systems in your car can cause stalling issues when you least expect them. Photo courtesy of Robert Couse-Baker on Flickr. When Is Your Engine Stalling?
Is the Pontiac Grand Prix GT engine stalling?
I HAVE EXPERIENCED ENGINE STALLING WITH MY 2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT NUMEROUS, NUMEROUS TIMES. WHEN I TURN THE KEY I CAN HEAR CLICKING SOUNDS, BUT IT WILL NOT START. THE WEATHER DOES NOT PLAY A FACTOR IN THIS PROBLEM.
Why does my car stall at highway speeds?
The engine may start and idle fine, but run out of power or even stall at highway speeds. If the engine starts right back up after stalling, the likely cause is low fuel volume delivery because of a weak pump. If the engine is running normally one minute, but suddenly quits, loss of ignition may be the problem.
What to do when your Pontiac Grand Prix wont start?
You can use the cleaner to “rinse” it when your done, just try and keep it away from the electronics. Once back together, you may need to give it gas to start it, this is because of all the cleaner flooding the engine. Well I searched this forum and found a post that said to change the fuel pump resistor.
When did the 1994 Formula One season start and end?
The 1994 FIA Formula One World Championship was the 48th season of FIA Formula One motor racing. It featured the 1994 Formula One World Championship for Drivers and the 1994 Formula One World Championship for Constructors, which were contested concurrently over a sixteen-race series that commenced on 27 March and ended on 13 November.
Who was the Ferrari driver for the 1994 Grand Prix?
Ferrari retained their 1993 driver line-up of Jean Alesi and Gerhard Berger who drove the John Barnard designed 412T1 powered by the only V12 left in Grand Prix racing. Nicola Larini replaced Alesi for the 1994 Pacific Grand Prix and the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix due to the latter’s injury in testing at Mugello.
Why does my check engine light car stall?
Car would stall intermittenly.no check engine light car would run for a month or longer without stalling.Would stall at any speed.Mass air flow sensor was the culprit.I tapped lightly on the sensor and the engine stalled!!Try running the car with the sensor unplugged. I had more than just stalling!
Why does my car stall after a few miles?
When a bad module is responsible for an intermittent stalling problem, the engine will usually cold start just fine and run OK for short distances, but stalls after driving more than a few miles or when driving at highway speeds (especially during hot weather). It’s as if somebody suddenly turned off the ignition.
Why does my 3.8L V6 engine stall?
It did not work and I was pissed for spending a hundred dollars. 3.8L V6 engine, happened a couple times, both times Crank Position sensor was replaced and issue was resolved, however problem is back now intermittently (generally when hot). was told it might be MAF sensor or Fuel pressure regulator.
What causes an engine to stall while cool down?
The mass air flow or crankshaft position sensor may fail causing the engine to intermittently stall. It may be necessary for the engine to cool down before it will restart.
What are the symptoms of a misfire on a GM 3.8L?
Here are some of the most common symptoms of a misfire condition on your GM 3.8L: The check engine light will be on. One or more misfire codes will be stored in the car or mini-van’s computer memory (if OBD II equipped).
What kind of car does not start after warm?
Pontiac Grand Prix Questions – Car will sometimes not start after warm. – CarGurus Car will sometimes not start after warm. When i start my car, for the first time during the day- I have no problem. When I go somewhere and shut it off, sometimes it won’t resatrt.