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by Toyfare
Tue Aug 26, 2014 10:15 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Burning Smell / Loss of Power
Replies: 6
Views: 2337

Re: Burning Smell / Loss of Power

Finally completed the AC compressor swap. For those who are wondering, I will give you some tips.

1. Buy your compressor locally. The AC Delco compressor I bought from Amazon was damaged in transit (unbeknownst to me) and I installed it. The swap took less than 2 hours. I spent over 10 hours and ...
by Toyfare
Thu Aug 21, 2014 1:06 pm
Forum: Your Other Rides: Pics and Videos
Topic: For my Yukon/Tahoe/Suburban guys...
Replies: 7
Views: 1678

Re: For my Yukon/Tahoe/Suburban guys...

I just bought an exact copy of your vehicle in June! I love the color, even though it's hard to keep clean. Mine is a 2004 with 120,000 miles.
by Toyfare
Thu Aug 21, 2014 9:06 am
Forum: Your Other Rides: Pics and Videos
Topic: Bought a Caddy
Replies: 12
Views: 1719

Re: Bought a Caddy

That thing is a BOAT! Awesome.
by Toyfare
Thu Aug 21, 2014 9:01 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Burning Smell / Loss of Power
Replies: 6
Views: 2337

Re: Burning Smell / Loss of Power

The problem is definitely the A/C compressor. The engine runs smoothly with the A/C off, but as soon as you turn it on the clutch/pulley start vibrating and grinding. I ordered a new ACDelco compressor, drier/accumulator, and orifice tube. I will be tackling this project on Labor Day weekend (how ...
by Toyfare
Sat Aug 16, 2014 9:49 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Burning Smell / Loss of Power
Replies: 6
Views: 2337

Re: Burning Smell / Loss of Power

I checked out the cat this morning and it was solid. No rattling, just a bit rusty on the outside. I have a small oil leak around the oil pan gasket and I think that's what my wife is smelling. I changed the oil and it ran like new! Still think I need to address the A/C clutch issue soon.
by Toyfare
Wed Aug 13, 2014 8:06 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Burning Smell / Loss of Power
Replies: 6
Views: 2337

Re: Burning Smell / Loss of Power

I'll give that a shot tonight. It just rolled over 182,000 miles this morning. Some other things to consider, I put seafoam in the oil a couple of weeks ago. I'm not sure if that could cause a problem, but I'll change the oil tonight. Another thing is the compressor clutch has a bad bearing and ...
by Toyfare
Tue Aug 12, 2014 11:25 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Burning Smell / Loss of Power
Replies: 6
Views: 2337

Burning Smell / Loss of Power

My wife has noticed that on our 2002 SLE that every once and a while there is a burning smell (not oil or rotten egg, just burning). She noticed that when there is a smell sometimes the car loses power while driving at speed. She said if she pushes down harder on the accelerator that the car will ...
by Toyfare
Thu Jul 25, 2013 9:21 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Idling Noise
Replies: 4
Views: 1700

Re: Idling Noise

I checked out the noise from under the hood this morning. The A/C clutch is off balance while the air conditioning is running. That is what makes the terrible rattling noise. The belt looks in good condition (no cracks) and I hear no other noises coming from other pulleys. When I turn off the A/C ...
by Toyfare
Mon Jul 22, 2013 11:47 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Idling Noise
Replies: 4
Views: 1700

Idling Noise

2002 Bonneville SLE 170,000 miles.

I have noticed that when I idle with my A/C running, specifically when the compressor clutch kicks in, I lose oil pressure (just below 40) AND my battery gauge moves down briefly. It seems as if the clutch is sticking and causing the belt to stop for a minute ...
by Toyfare
Mon Mar 12, 2012 9:16 pm
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Right Turn Signal Won't Work
Replies: 6
Views: 4261

Re: Right Turn Signal Won't Work

I took out the flasher and disassembled it to see if it had any visible issue. I didn't see anything wrong with it and put it back in the car. For some reason it works now. I'm happy I didn't have to shell out $125 for a new one.
by Toyfare
Wed Mar 07, 2012 10:26 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Heater fan LOUD
Replies: 8
Views: 3188

Re: Heater fan LOUD

I've noticed that my blower stopped working recently as well. I have to smack the top of the dash above the glove box to get it to turn on. I would like to know which part to buy as well.
by Toyfare
Wed Mar 07, 2012 10:24 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Right Turn Signal Won't Work
Replies: 6
Views: 4261

Right Turn Signal Won't Work

I have a 2002 SLE that the right turn signal no longer works. The lights on the front and back don't light up. I've checked the bulbs and they seem fine. I checked the fuses and they seem fine as well. Also when I turn on the hazards only the left side blinks. Do I need a new flasher?
by Toyfare
Thu Oct 06, 2011 4:28 pm
Forum: Your Other Rides: Pics and Videos
Topic: Cars you used to own/drive
Replies: 40
Views: 13179

Re: Cars you used to own/drive

1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 (2001-2011) Sold it with 182,000 miles on it. Transmission was rebuilt twice within a year and still had problems. Had to sell it to get something more reliable.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant LS (2009-Current) Current daily driver 143,000 miles on it.

2002 Pontiac ...
by Toyfare
Thu Aug 11, 2011 2:21 pm
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Turn Signal Flasher Location
Replies: 13
Views: 19274

Re: Turn Signal Flasher Location

What did I buy?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013FHCDE

The flasher behind the vent is not the same as the one I bought....
by Toyfare
Wed Aug 10, 2011 12:37 pm
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Turn Signal Flasher Location
Replies: 13
Views: 19274

Re: Turn Signal Flasher Location

So there isn't a separate flasher for the hazards? Cool, I'll give it a shot tonight.
by Toyfare
Wed Aug 10, 2011 11:48 am
Forum: 2000-2005 (other than GXP)
Topic: Turn Signal Flasher Location
Replies: 13
Views: 19274

Turn Signal Flasher Location

I have a 2002 SLE that the turn signals won't blink in the first 10 minutes of driving. The little arrow just stays lit and the lights outside stay lit as well. After about 10 minutes they blink normally. I bought a replacement flasher but cant' figure out where it's located in the car. I have ...