What was the problem with my Pontiac Grand Prix?
Problem solved. Transmission shudders, shaking entire car, when hits 80+Kph. Grease leaking out of CV joint boot on drivers side. Had a bad vibration at 65 mph and clicking on tight turns, Replace both short shafts, CV joints and boots.
What kind of transmission does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?
303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD Car was chugging up hills, sort of like a soft buck or surge forward. Also chugging at any speed if rpms were between 1200-2000. Then the car would not move if put into any forward or reverse gear.
Why does my car stall at high speed?
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. You may experience slow acceleration, acceleration surge at both high and low speeds, hesitation or delay in acceleration, and other related symptoms.
Why is my automatic transmission not working properly?
A defective PCM could be the reason too. A faulty PCM (powertrain control module) will affect the transmission performance because it controls the gearbox mechanism in most car models. The PCM will have no input if the speed sensor fails.
What’s the problem with the transmission on a Pontiac Grand Prix?
Once the transmission gets warm, it revs engine and shifts hard through 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears. Once a speed of 45mph+ is reached the car is fine. Solution, replacing solenoid and having the valve checked out at as well.
Why does my Pontiac Grand Prix go backwards?
If you are on a hill it will drift backwards. If you shut it off and wait a while and restart the car and put in gear it will engage but doesn’t have much power. Could that be the transmission going bad!!
Is there a problem with my 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix?
We found 32 RepairPal Certified shops near you. Here’s a few you can book directly with. 2005 Grand Prix started jerking before the gear would engage and now you put it in a gear and push on gas peddle and it won’t go anywhere in any gear.
Why does my transmission stick to my steering wheel?
Low Level of Fluid. Overheating could be a reason for the gear to stick and the low fluid level is the culprit for making the transmission overheated. Actually, low fluid levels are the source of several transmission-related issues. So, your first response to the gear-sticking problem should be to check the transmission oil.
Is there an extended warranty on a Grand Prix?
An extended warranty can provide peace of mind. Chart based on 30 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance. Transmission was shifting hard, took to repair shop to have diagnosed. Transmission failing. Got rid of car.
What was the third blown transmission on a Pontiac Grand Prix?
Third blown transmission in the last 3 years I owned it. Lost overdrive and noticed more slippage between gears than normal. Transmission was rebuilt with several new “hard” parts along with the standard rebuild.
How much does it cost to repair a Pontiac Grand Prix transmission?
Chart based on 30 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance. Transmission was shifting hard, took to repair shop to have diagnosed. Transmission failing. Got rid of car.
What causes shift kit to be removed in Pontiac Grand Prix?
After replacing axle and CV joint in 2004 Grand Prix. Also occasional jerking of transmission on take off from stopped position. Had the shift kit removed during a rebuild to correct shifting problems. Now trans looses forth gear when warms up. What can cause this. It has been rebuilt 3 times. Checked all fuses and the relay works.
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?
303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD went threw car wash, trans. stuck in limp mode, blew 10 amp fuse found spare in the fuse box now good to go for last 100 miles
After replacing axle and CV joint in 2004 Grand Prix. Also occasional jerking of transmission on take off from stopped position. Had the shift kit removed during a rebuild to correct shifting problems. Now trans looses forth gear when warms up. What can cause this. It has been rebuilt 3 times. Checked all fuses and the relay works.
What should I do if my Pontiac Grand Am wont start?
Tried to get the Pontiac to start with the theft learn, but traction, battery and charging lights started flashing on the dash. Still won’t start. What is the approximate cost to replace the ignition module on a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am with a 4 cyl engine.
What should I do if my Pontiac starts overheating?
Car starts fine when it is cold, but warms up and starts misfiring. Replaced the spark plugs, fuel pressure regulator and cleaned the fuel injectors. Replaced the thermostat and eater pump but the engine still is overheating when driving.
Why is the Check Engine light not working on my Pontiac?
My Pontiac has a check engine light and the tranny will not stay engaged if I accelerate. Should I change the trans fluid and filter or test the shift solenoids. Heating and the a/c and as well as the defrost just stopped working last week and it is not blowing any air at all what could this be its getting cold.