Problem with my 2005 impala
3.4
dash lights = NO
codes = NO
tech = ANYONE
question = HOW DO YOU REPLACE SPARK PLUGS?
JK:
You did not leave your e-mail, so i will just answer here.
First remove the plug wires at the spark plugs. Sometimes they stick, and will have to be
twisted before they are pulled off. Using the proper size spark plug socket, remove the plugs.
Check that the spark plug gap is correct on the new plugs, and install them. Put a little dab of
silicone grease in the spark plug wire boot is always a good idea. Also inspect the spark plug
wires and ignition coils for signs of corrosion. Re-assemble plug wires to the proper spark
plugs/cylinder.
The rear plugs are difficult to get to, so you will need a universal socket and extension for
those.
Be sure not to over tighten plugs or they may crack.
3.4
dash lights = NO
codes = NO
tech = ANYONE
question = HOW DO YOU REPLACE SPARK PLUGS?
JK:
You did not leave your e-mail, so i will just answer here.
First remove the plug wires at the spark plugs. Sometimes they stick, and will have to be
twisted before they are pulled off. Using the proper size spark plug socket, remove the plugs.
Check that the spark plug gap is correct on the new plugs, and install them. Put a little dab of
silicone grease in the spark plug wire boot is always a good idea. Also inspect the spark plug
wires and ignition coils for signs of corrosion. Re-assemble plug wires to the proper spark
plugs/cylinder.
The rear plugs are difficult to get to, so you will need a universal socket and extension for
those.
Be sure not to over tighten plugs or they may crack.
2004 Chevy Impala Engine size = 3800 V6
ABS/Traction control Engine light on.
When diving in snow or rain the traction control light and ABS light comes on. Sometimes went driving put
the brakes on it won't stop it push peddle up.
ABS/Traction control Engine light on.
When diving in snow or rain the traction control light and ABS light comes on. Sometimes went driving put
the brakes on it won't stop it push peddle up.
JK:
This light or indicator on the dash or message center is usually related
to the ABS system, and sometimes to the check engine light. When this
is on, the Traction system is disabled. A problem in the ABS system is
usually the cause but not always, and would have to be scanned for
codes. The codes that keep getting cleared are an indication as to what
circuit is faulty. Possibilities are a wheel speed sensor, wiring to a
sensor, internal module problem, etc.
MORE TRACTION CONTROL INFORMATION
This light or indicator on the dash or message center is usually related
to the ABS system, and sometimes to the check engine light. When this
is on, the Traction system is disabled. A problem in the ABS system is
usually the cause but not always, and would have to be scanned for
codes. The codes that keep getting cleared are an indication as to what
circuit is faulty. Possibilities are a wheel speed sensor, wiring to a
sensor, internal module problem, etc.
MORE TRACTION CONTROL INFORMATION
2000 CHEV IMPALA LS 3.8
Repairs for this problem = replaced cracked intake manifold fouled spark plugs and plugged catalytic
converter. Car came in with P0174. Customer complained very hard to start burning lots of fuel. Attempted
to reset fuel trim after repair;car still runs extremely rich; o2 sensors both check good and switch well. MAF
2495Hz at idle;map is within parameters as is TPS. Checked purge operation and fuel pressure ,all within
spec. Car ran very well after repairs until engine got hot then ran rich;hard start no codes.
Repairs for this problem = replaced cracked intake manifold fouled spark plugs and plugged catalytic
converter. Car came in with P0174. Customer complained very hard to start burning lots of fuel. Attempted
to reset fuel trim after repair;car still runs extremely rich; o2 sensors both check good and switch well. MAF
2495Hz at idle;map is within parameters as is TPS. Checked purge operation and fuel pressure ,all within
spec. Car ran very well after repairs until engine got hot then ran rich;hard start no codes.
Answer: That Mass Air Flow Sensor reading is way out of
range, especially at idle. I would start by changing the MAF
and seeing how it runs hot after that. They have been known
to cause a lot of odd problems on the 3.8 engines. If it's
running extremely rich, I would first check to see if the fuel
pressure regulator is leaking by removing the vacuum hose
attaching to it. If it's bad, additional fuel will get sucked into the
intake and cause a rich condition. A leaking fuel injector, or
stuck open fuel injector will cause this issue too. It seems just
about everything else has been replaced, so there can't be m
range, especially at idle. I would start by changing the MAF
and seeing how it runs hot after that. They have been known
to cause a lot of odd problems on the 3.8 engines. If it's
running extremely rich, I would first check to see if the fuel
pressure regulator is leaking by removing the vacuum hose
attaching to it. If it's bad, additional fuel will get sucked into the
intake and cause a rich condition. A leaking fuel injector, or
stuck open fuel injector will cause this issue too. It seems just
about everything else has been replaced, so there can't be m
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