Engine Dying Problem
 

I have a 2003 "Chevy" 5-door sedan. Recently, it has started dying when I slow or stop, after reaching operating temp. The "indicators" are that it seems to suddenly stop sending firing info to the fuel injectors. It sputters and sputters and then, stops. You have to cycle the ign key to OFF before it will restart.

My feeling is that the ECM map is corrupted. However, I have no way to verify that. Mexico has NO factory trained mechanics! Hell, they won't even open a service manual! They've all said, "Fuel pump. Spark plugs." You name it, they've tried changing it, all to no avail.

My biggest problem is I don't have a factory service manual to refer to. Therefore, I come to the forum, seeking advice. It is imperative that I get this corrected.

Can anyone, with experience in this area, shoot me a clue or two?

Thanks,

John

RE: Engine Dying Problem
 

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http://www.duckville.us/hold/CarRear.JPG

This the car I'm referring to. I've always called it a "Chevy," just as it says on the rear. However, I find that that's not the model name. Anyone got a clue because the Mexican Title says "Chevy," too.

Thanks,

John

RE: Engine Dying Problem
 

It's an Opal Corsa B. GM car...made in europe. Other than that, I can't help
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opel_Corsa

RE: Engine Dying Problem
 

OK,

"Corsa" is Opel's model name. What is Chevy's model name? Corsa isn't listed within HelmInc.com for manuals. What does Chevrolet call this, model-wise?????

John

RE: Engine Dying Problem
 

I reckon if you look down on the page to the "Corsa B", you'll find on the left side that it is known as the Chevrolet Chevy or Chevrolet C2

RE: Engine Dying Problem
 

John,

Got a page link or URL to the page you're refering to?

Thanks,

John

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Oh...sorry...but that link I put up there is the same one. You just scroll down a bit to the Corsa B part, and it is on the left. You'll find this info:




Corsa B

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi..._B_1.4_CDX.jpg

Also called
Vauxhall/Chevrolet/Opel Corsa
Opel Vita
Holden Barina (SB)
Chevrolet Chevy (Chevy C2)
Chevrolet Classic
Buick Sail
Chevrolet Sail

Production
1993—2000

Predecessor
Opel Corsa B[/b] (Europe)
Holden Barina (Australia/New Zealand)
Opel Kadett C (Chevette in Brazil) (South America)

Body style(s)
3/5-door hatchback
4-door saloon
5-door estate
2-door pickup truck

Layout
FF layout

Platform
GM4200 platform

Related
Opel Combo A
Opel Tigra A
Chevrolet Celta
Chevy C2

RE: Engine Dying Problem
 

Ooops....I mean it is on the RIGHT!!
sheesh! what a goof I am. [:o]

RE: Engine Dying Problem
 

Found the cause of the forever stopping engine. I don't know what it's name is but I'd normally call it the "coil." Affixed to driver's side of engine with 4 plug wires coming out of it. Not a distributor! Anyway, ran a pressure test on fuel with constant 37-40 psi. Wkhen my friend removed the "coil," two of the steel power delivery rods were cracked. When the unit heated up to engine temp, the cracks would separate so cyls 1 and 3 got no spark. This is really a "hidden" problem with this car.

Hope this helps others keep their hair!

Thanks for the assists.

John