Replacing Worn Brushes In A Delphi Alternator

This alternator was removed from a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. To replace the brushes in this alternator the rear plastic cover first has to be removed. There are several slots around the exterior surface of the black plastic cover. Using a small screwdriver inserted into the slot, pry out on the lower end to release the … Continue reading “Replacing Worn Brushes In A Delphi Alternator”

Blower Motor Systems For GM Manufactured Trucks, SUV’s and Vans 1995-2012

I have separated the information that I have for the model years 1995 through 2012. This list covers the following model trucks, suv’s and vans that were made by General Motors but sold under the Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Isuzu, Oldsmobile and Saab brands. The following list of vehicles use the same blower resistor and … Continue reading “Blower Motor Systems For GM Manufactured Trucks, SUV’s and Vans 1995-2012”

1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, No Run Condition

This 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette was towed in with the complaint that the engine would not run and fuse number 18 in the underhood fuse box was blown. The fuse would blow as soon as the key was turned on. This fuse supplies power to the fuel injectors. The “Ignition Main” relay. A little looking around … Continue reading “1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, No Run Condition”

1999 Chevrolet Venture Van, Door Locks Do Not Work

This 1999 Chevrolet Venture van came in with the complaint that the power door locks only work in one direction. This repair applies to all GM mini vans through the 1990’s and early 2000’s. Venture, Montana, Lumina and Silhouette. A quick test at the switch revealed that there was a wiring problem and knowing these … Continue reading “1999 Chevrolet Venture Van, Door Locks Do Not Work”

2002 Chevrolet Astro Van, Battery Went Dead

2002 Chevrolet Astro Van was referred to me by  two different shops because the battery would go dead quickly and at one of the shops the battery got very hot and the sub harness from the brake proportioning valve switch caught on fire. The battery had been replaced, the master cylinder was replaced and unfortunately … Continue reading “2002 Chevrolet Astro Van, Battery Went Dead”

1998 Chevrolet Astro Van Only High Blower Speed Works

The customer called and said that their 1998 Chevrolet Astro van only had the high blower working but by the time it showed up a couple of days later the blower had stopped altogether. Simple test for no blower on an older high mileage vehicle, turn the key on, set the blower to high and … Continue reading “1998 Chevrolet Astro Van Only High Blower Speed Works”

1999 Pontiac Montana Fuel Pump Fuse Blows

Customer stated that he has installed two fuel pump assemblies within a few days and fuel pump fuse continues to blow. Removed the fuel pump fuse and relay and replaced with fused jumper wires that have manual reset circuit breakers install. This allowed testing without having to constantly having to cycle the key for fuel … Continue reading “1999 Pontiac Montana Fuel Pump Fuse Blows”