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This vehicle has a starter relay that is mounted in the main fuse box inside the car. This is most likely the cause of the no crank condition you are having. I recommend you have the relay inspected (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-not-starting-inspection) by...
If your car is cranking but doesn't start, that points toward a spark or fuel delivery problem because there is only three basic requirements to run spark, fuel and compression. Have a certified mechanic inspect (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-not-starting-inspection) for fuel pressure spark...
In your case I would recommend getting a second opinion. Enlist the help of a professional, such as one from YourMechanic, to scan your vehicle for trouble codes. The check engine light and the smog test failure are certainly related....
A common leak on the 3.8 engine is the upper intake manifold. The gasket itself can go bad on it's own, but sometimes the plastic intake will become brittle and crack around the gasket. Do not delay having the leak...
From your description, it sounds as though your ignition switch is faulty. If there is power on the wire when trying to crank, it could be a faulty starter. You could ask for help from a certified mechanic at YourMechanic...
A locked up AC compressor on your Chevy Suburban will make your truck un-drivable. This is due to the fact that the serpentine belt runs all of the accessories, including the AC. This is a straightforward repair that requires a...
Most likely, these are two separate issues. A vehicle that doesn't crank or start indicates a problem in the starting/charging system. It may be that the battery connections (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/service-battery-cables) didn't get tightened down properly at the time of replacement. The...
Hello and thanks for writing in. The most common problem with the vent valve is when it sticks open or doesn't close as a result of the solenoid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/evaporation-vent-solenoid-replacement) not working properly. This creates an EVAP system leak and triggers...
If the check engine light came on or blinks when loss of power then have codes checked to see if computer stored misfire or other codes nad may have a problem with one of the coils or spark plugs.
If If you live in a cold climate, likely one of your biggest concerns when you are considering which used vehicle you should buy is how well it will perform in snowy, icy conditions. We have evaluated a number of...
Do Do you love camping, getting back to nature and enjoying life in the great outdoors? If you do, then you know that getting there can be half the fun, and it’s even better if you have a great ride....