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Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • ABS Light Due to Brake System Control Unit Failure

    The Anti-lock brake system (ABS) control unit may fail internally causing the ABS warning light to illuminate.

  • Internal Faults in Distributor Can Cause Engine Problems

    The distributor may develop internal faults. This can cause a rough running engine or stalling condition and the Check Engine Light may or may not illuminate. The distributor should be overhauled or replaced to correct this concern.

  • Replace Fuel Filter Every 30,000 to Prevent Fuel Pump Failure

    The fuel pump may fail causing the engine to stall and not restart. Our technicians recommend replacing the fuel filter every 30,000 miles to help prevent undue strain on the fuel pump.

  • Fuel Level Sensor Failure

    It is common for the fuel level sensor in the fuel tank read the fuel level incorrectly. The sensor must be replaced to correct the condition. Our technicians recommend having the complete fuel pump module replaced on high mileage vehicles.

  • Heater Core Under Right Side of Dashboard May Leak Engine Coolant

    The heater core under the right side of the dashboard may leak engine coolant which can puddle on the passenger front floor. The loss of coolant may cause an engine overheating condition. Our technicians tell us that removal of the dash board is necessary to replace the heater on these vehicles.

  • Intake Manifold Gaskets May Leak Coolant or Engine Oil

    The intake manifold gasket may develop and external engine oil or coolant leak. In some cases, an internal coolant leak may occur causing coolant to mix with the engine oil. Running the engine with a coolant/oil mix may result in engine damage. Replacing the intake manifold gasket should correct this issue.

  • Transmission Output Seal May Leak and Mount Replacement

    A fluid leak may develop from the transmission output shaft seal. This leak may cause the transmission mount to become oil soaked and require replacement of the mount along with the leak repair.

  • Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue

    A loose or worn gas cap may cause check engine light to illuminate.

  • AC Blower Inop Due to Failed Resistor

    The HVAC blower motor may stop working at one or more speeds due to a faulty blower motor resistor block. Our technicians recommend to confirm the resistor is at fault by first checking the operation of the switch.

  • Serpentine Belt Tensioner May Fail

    The serpentine belt tensioner can fail; it may become noisy and/or the belt may jump off. Replacement of the failed tensioner will be necessary.

  • Door Locks Stop Working

    The power door locks may stop working in one or more doors due to a failed actuator. Replacement of the failed actuator should correct this concern.

  • Service transmission every 30,000 miles

    Our technicians highly recommend that the transmission is serviced every 30,000 miles to avoid problems and maintain optimal operating order.

  • CD Player in Radio May Fail

    The CD player in the radio may fail. Our technicians tell us that the radio will need to be removed and sent out to a radio repair shop to correct this condition.

  • Instrument Panel Lights Flickering and Exterior Lights Intermittent

    The headlight switch used on the GMC Sonoma is known to fail through normal operation. Since the headlight switch is also integrated into the interior lights, a malfunctioning switch can cause issues with interior lights as well.

    • Symptoms of a failed headlight switch include:
    • Headlights and taillights failing to turn on or off
    • Interior lights flicker, or fail to turn on or off
    • Gauge cluster lighting off or flickering with headlights on
    • Parking light malfunctions

    This issue is well known with General Motors Trucks and SUVs, and is solved by testing and, if needed, replacing the headlight/dimmer switch. Bad grounding wires at the tail-lights, and dirty/corroded tow package wires can also lead to some of these issues.

  • Flush cooling system every 60,000 miles

    GM recommends replacing the engine coolant at 100,000 miles; however, our technicians tell us that the coolant may become contaminated and require a complete cooling system flush every 60,000 to 70,000 miles.

  • Engine Oil Leak in Valve Cover Gasket

    This engine may leak oil from the valve cover gasket .

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