2 problems with my pick up
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millerdave36
millerdave36
Joined: Thu, Feb 4 2010
Posts: 26 Posted: Mon, Nov 1 2010 7:51 PM
Starter motor not disengaging? How does the starter sound when you use it? I bet on the starter motor, probably has worn out, and different temperature makes certain metals sizes increase/decrease, and that could be the reason it only happens sometimes. Check your auto repair manual it may help you.
gbhpower
gbhpower
Joined: Mon, Feb 9 2009
Posts: 1 Posted: Mon, Feb 9 2009 8:00 PM

 You definitely need a good local mechanic to troubleshoot this truck.The first to look at is were there any recent repairs done?Is the maintenance kept up?Always use proper grade oil no matter the miles.Good oil filters also.Are there any oil leaks?An internal coolant leak in oil showing the color of chocolate milk is a quick indicator.How does the exhaust look-clear, white smoke or black smoke?Do you know what size engine-V6,V8 5.0L or V8 5.7L.There could be a common thread for these symptoms or they could be unrelated.The chance that you have a coolant leak causing friction and wear is high, and would recommend an overhaul. You may have a bad lifter and need a new oil pressure switch.Parts are cheap and usually in stock for the older GM parts.I have a 93 GMC Sierra Z71 and pushing 190,000 mile.Runs drives like new,keep up on maintenance but now its ready for valve seals.But for me to do any engine repairs i would sooner do an overhaul.

Do those checks i listed and ask friends/family of a good tech.We are just as important as a doctor or lawyer.Please let us know how you make out.

luis
luis
Joined: Fri, Jan 30 2009
Posts: 1 Posted: Fri, Jan 30 2009 11:46 AM

hello i have two problems with my pick up gmc sierra 1990,                                                                            #one        when i start the engine first thing in the morning it makes a really bad noise  that comes from the engine like a dry pistonor like if no oil is inside the engine and then goes away after five minutes if is to cold some times longer some times lest time but seems like if is getting worst.                                       the other problem is that my check engine light comes on some times and some times wile im driving and if i stop at a stop light my truch turns off by it self( the engine dyes) and if y try to re startet it i have to stop on the gas other ways wont starti have a carburator but it is a fuell injection i never use to etep on the gas to starter it up can some body help me please thank you.

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