Why is the heat not working on my Pontiac Montana?

Why is the heat not working on my Pontiac Montana?

I have a 2001 Pontiac Montana with about 130,000 miles. A couple of weeks ago the heat stopped working and the temp guage was running on the high side. I started looking around for some information on this particular issue on the internet to see what could be causing it. Based on what I could find]

What was the Pontiac Montana mini van problem?

I have used less energy in a weight session, it was so bad. We own a 2001 Pontiac Montana mini van. We took the van in to have a/c checked as it was only blowing out warm air. The dealership said it was a condenser problem and would cost about $800 to fix. My parents also have the same year montana and their condenser also went in their van.

Why does my 2000 Montana overheat all the time?

We have a 2000 Montana and have the same thing with the temp gauge. It usually is caused by a slow leaking lower intake manifold. Common in GM 3.1 and 3.4 V6’s Just keep a check on the coolant level. My husband and I have the same problem but ours eventually overheated on the interstate one evening.

Can a Pontiac Montana block part of RAD?

If your in a cold climate you can also block part the the rad, BUT YOU MUST HAVE A GAUGE TO KEEP AN EYE ON ENGINE TEMPERATURE! I just bought a 2002 montana and notice that my engine temp. rises more than half the gauge but not reaching the red portion.

Is the Pontiac Montana SV6 a registered trademark?

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem, and the names MONTANA and SV6 are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.

What should I do about my Pontiac Montana?

Hi the mechanic obviasly check the coolant level, that being ok. I would replace the thermostat. If your in a cold climate you can also block part the the rad, BUT YOU MUST HAVE A GAUGE TO KEEP AN EYE ON ENGINE TEMPERATURE!

Is there a heater on my 99 Montana?

On my sons 99 montana, no heat control. a/c, air flow, etc. works great but no heat… any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. daughter in-law and 4 grand kids are gonna freeze to death this winter. Our 2003 Pontiac Montana will only blow warm air from the heater when the vehicle is moving. Vehicle blows only cold air when stopped.

I have a 2001 Pontiac Montana with about 130,000 miles. A couple of weeks ago the heat stopped working and the temp guage was running on the high side. I started looking around for some information on this particular issue on the internet to see what could be causing it. Based on what I could find]

I have used less energy in a weight session, it was so bad. We own a 2001 Pontiac Montana mini van. We took the van in to have a/c checked as it was only blowing out warm air. The dealership said it was a condenser problem and would cost about $800 to fix. My parents also have the same year montana and their condenser also went in their van.

Hi the mechanic obviasly check the coolant level, that being ok. I would replace the thermostat. If your in a cold climate you can also block part the the rad, BUT YOU MUST HAVE A GAUGE TO KEEP AN EYE ON ENGINE TEMPERATURE!

If your in a cold climate you can also block part the the rad, BUT YOU MUST HAVE A GAUGE TO KEEP AN EYE ON ENGINE TEMPERATURE! I just bought a 2002 montana and notice that my engine temp. rises more than half the gauge but not reaching the red portion.

Why was the Pontiac Trans Sport made by General Motors?

The Trans Sport and its siblings were created by General Motors in order to compete with the then-dominant Chrysler minivans. The larger Chevrolet Astro and corporate cousin GMC Safari were based on a body-on-frame, rear wheel drive truck platform, and thus did not appeal to the same market segment as Chrysler’s vans.

When did the Pontiac Trans Sport Montana come out?

For the 1997 and 1998 model year (1999 in Canada), along with the roll out of this new generation of minivans, the Pontiac (Trans Sport) Montana was debuted, which had special cladding and wheels intended to give it a more rugged SUV-like appearance.

When did the power sliding door come out on the Pontiac Trans Sport?

The power sliding door became available as an option, after being introduced in 1993. Built-in child seats for the second row became available as an option. A traction control system became available as an option with the 3.8L V6. Rear deep-tinted windows now featured a darker tint than previously used.

Why does my Pontiac Montana only blow warm air?

Our 2003 Pontiac Montana will only blow warm air from the heater when the vehicle is moving. Vehicle blows only cold air when stopped. The higher the speed, the warmer the air temp. Can feel the temp cool as you slow and stop.

Why was the Pontiac Trans Sport GT dropped?

Brakes were enlarged and anti-lock brakes (ABS) was added as standard equipment. Steering wheel-mounted controls for the stereo system were added as an option on SE and standard on GT. Due to very slow sales in 1992, the Trans Sport GT was dropped after one year.

When did the Pontiac Trans Sport get a headlight washer?

The headlight washers from 1990 to 1993 were four smaller dome-shaped jets positioned in front of each low and high beams. When North American Pontiac Trans Sport received a mid-cycle refresh with new front design in 1994, the low sales volume did not justify expense of recertifying the new front design and headlamps.

Where was the Pontiac Trans Sport Vans made?

While the APV vans had a unique front-wheel drive, transverse-engine chassis, they did share mechanical commonality with the W platform sedans. The Trans Sport was assembled at North Tarrytown Assembly ( Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow, New York ), shifting production to Doraville Assembly ( Doraville, Georgia) for its second generation.

We have a 2000 Montana and have the same thing with the temp gauge. It usually is caused by a slow leaking lower intake manifold. Common in GM 3.1 and 3.4 V6’s Just keep a check on the coolant level. My husband and I have the same problem but ours eventually overheated on the interstate one evening.

When did we replace the condenser on the Pontiac Montana?

In 2003 we replaced the condenser and the compressor @ $2000.00. This past Friday July 28,06 we brought it in again to the dealer for what was diagnosed as a cracked condensor, again! Cost to fix $1100.00. We didn’t have it done. It was not a pretty seen at the dealership. They told us we needed to talk to GM about the problem.

Is there a problem with my Pontiac Montana?

Also having similar problems with my 1997 Trans Sport Montana with 115,000 miles on it. Happens on highway when a hard shift is needed at a high speed to go up a hill. I pulled over and did not shut the van off and then tried to drive again and it was stuck in 4th gear.

What’s the problem with my Trans Sport Montana?

Closest I came is the Transmission Pressure Control Solenoid (PCS). Maybe the problem, i don’t know yet. Let me know if your mechanic thinks thats it too. Also having similar problems with my 1997 Trans Sport Montana with 115,000 miles on it. Happens on highway when a hard shift is needed at a high speed to go up a hill.

Why does my Pontiac Montana heater not work?

Vehicle blows only cold air when stopped. The higher the speed, the warmer the air temp. Can feel the temp cool as you slow and stop. Recently took to mechanic who couldn’t find a problem but cleaned heater core which did allow for warmer temp while driving.

Why does my car heater take so long to heat up?

Time how long it takes the engine to warm up enough to produce heat when the heater is turned on. If it takes more than five minutes for the heater to produce heat, it is a sign that the thermostat is stuck open, allowing all the coolant to flow all the time.

Where is the heater core in a car?

Heater cores are typically situated directly in the back of dashboards. If your car is not blowing warm air into the cabin and the coolant level is fine, then you could have an issue with your heater core. If you suspect that something is amiss with your car’s heater core, watch for these signs:

What happens if your car thermostat is too hot?

If a car’s engine is too hot, it can actually warp and become damaged. But, when it’s cold, it doesn’t run efficiently. So, it is important to keep the engine at the right temperature, which is where the thermostat comes in.

Where is the temperature mode actuator located on a car?

They locate the temperature mode actuator assembly right where you think it should be. It’s very close to the air conditioning evaporator core and the heater core assemblies. On the GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse Sport Utility Vehicles this puts it on the passenger side of the automobile.

How can I restore temperature control on my car?

The dealership has a handheld scan tool that connects to the climate control systems to reset the actuator limits. After they install a brand new actuator, they hit the calibrate button and the new parts automatically calibrate. This restores precise temperature control.

In 2003 we replaced the condenser and the compressor @ $2000.00. This past Friday July 28,06 we brought it in again to the dealer for what was diagnosed as a cracked condensor, again! Cost to fix $1100.00. We didn’t have it done. It was not a pretty seen at the dealership. They told us we needed to talk to GM about the problem.

Is there a recall on the Pontiac Montana?

GM can be contacted M-F from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Eastern Time. Have the following info available: Your name, address, and home and daytime telephone numbers. I got the number off of the GM internet site under contact information. Hopefully, a recall will occur if enough people call and report that they have or have had the problem.

Why does my Pontiac grandam keep overheating?

I have a 2003 Pontiac Grandam, last week all of a sudden it started overheating. Temperature gauge maxed out within a 5 minute drive. I let it cool down ran it a couple of miles at night with no problems. Tried it again the following morning still no problems. At noon it started overheating again.

On my sons 99 montana, no heat control. a/c, air flow, etc. works great but no heat… any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. daughter in-law and 4 grand kids are gonna freeze to death this winter. Our 2003 Pontiac Montana will only blow warm air from the heater when the vehicle is moving. Vehicle blows only cold air when stopped.

Why is the heat not working in my Pontiac Montana?

If there is no power at the connector, the blower motor resister is bad. If there is power, the blower motor is bad. If the fan works OK but some or all positions of the level control do not work and the air cannot be controlled, one or more doors are not functioning properly. If one of the doors does not open, there will be no heat.

Where is the fan resister on a Pontiac Montana?

The blower motor resister is right next to the blower motor, just to the left side and toward the rear. Pull the electrical connector off and turn on the ignition key. Turn on the fan for the blower motor. Check the connector for power on one of the terminals.

Where is the blower motor on a Pontiac Montana?

Remove the bottom of the dash on the passenger side to gain access to the blower motor. The blower motor resister is right next to the blower motor, just to the left side and toward the rear. Pull the electrical connector off and turn on the ignition key. Turn on the fan for the blower motor. Check the connector for power on one of the terminals.

Where does the antifreeze go in a Pontiac Montana?

The hot antifreeze is picked up at the water pump and travels through a hose to the heater core. The hot antifreeze travels through the heater core and out the other side and sent back to the thermostat by another hose. The heater blower and the heater core, along with the air conditioning evaporator, are all encased in a housing under the dash.

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