What causes a GMC Savana to misfire?
Other first-generation GMC Savana problems involve the failure of the crankshaft position sensor, fuel pump, fuel injectors and fuel pressure regulator. Problems with these parts can cause the van to run rough or misfire, and in some cases, it may fail to start altogether.
When did the GMC Savana Van come out?
The GMC Savana is a full-size van manufactured by the General Motors Truck Company, a division of General Motors (GM) that specializes in trucks, vans and SUVs. It shares a platform with its more popular sibling, the Chevrolet Express. Making its debut in 1997, the Savana is currently in its second generation.
Can a hydraulic pump be replaced on a GMC Savana?
Some first-generation GMC Savanas share an hydraulic pump driveshaft defect with other GM vehicles of that time period, which results in increased steering effort from the driver. Dealers can replace the hydraulic pump free of charge.
Is there a recall on the GMC Savana?
Making its debut in 1997, the Savana is currently in its second generation. Some defects in first-generation GMC Savanas (1996 to 2002) are covered under factory recall. Prematurely cracking brake rotors can be replaced free of charge if dealers inspect them and find a core date of “287.”
Why does my GMC Savana Van not start?
Lately I have had this problem: Go to start the van and if fires up for about one second then quits. Try and try it will not start. Dealer at first said it was the fuel pump. Replaced it. Months later still doing the same thing.
Is the Chevy Savana running out of fuel?
It ran fine for some time after that, but then would begin to cut out, acting somewhat like it was running out of fuel. If you shut down for an hour or so, you could sometimes drive 100 miles before it would hesitate again. Often I could use it for short trips for days with no problems whatsoever.
How often does a GMC Savana stall on the road?
GM Dealer has no idea as they can’t get the van to stall on the road test. Sometimes runs for 3 or 4 days. Sometimes stalls 3-4 times a day. Dosnt matter if its raining, cold, sunny, snow makes no difference. Fustrating as hell.
Why does my Chevy Express van not start?
Lately I have had this problem: Go to start the van and if fires up for about one second then quits. Try and try it will not start. Dealer at first said it was the fuel pump. Replaced it. Months later still doing the same thing. It like the security system is telling the car not to start.