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Electrical "problems" with 2008 Chevy Uplander LS extended van
#71
That's awesome that you found a fix, so that b1516 code was actually shown when the van was scanned? Did you pull the code or a shop? I'm just wondering how expensive a code reader would be required to pull that battery code. Thanks for updating, it helps everyone when actual solutions are found and reported back.
#72
That's awesome that you found a fix, so that b1516 code was actually shown when the van was scanned? Did you pull the code or a shop? I'm just wondering how expensive a code reader would be required to pull that battery code. Thanks for updating, it helps everyone when actual solutions are found and reported back.
you can use bluetooth on a phone to communicate with your cars obdii port via the 'elm327'
theres an app called "torque" and another called "forscan"
torque is about $5 but theres a free torque app thats a basic code checker.
i dont know anything about forscan, but i have heard it has access to many more systems and sensors that torque cannot communicate with
#73
Yeah I have torque pro and an obd2 bt adapter, I was just curious if that code needed a snap on level computer to pull that bcm code. Never heard of forscan, though I do have efi live also. Thanks for the info though
#74
B codes
B codes are body control module codes . They can only be pulled with the tech w scanners . Also only can be diagnosed with scanner and GM software ie : testing plug or testing sensors . I purchased two sensors trying to repair mine and neither one worked . The dealer said purchase one from them GM makes them easy read for there system and I did it worked right away .
#75
air bag lights, abs lights, can even program some keys and such.
i need to find a walkthrough or a quick guide or something...
#77
Charging system failure
Hello all,
I found another post on the interwebs that indicated that there is a systemic problem with the bolt on the starter holding the cables connected to the starter and alternator can be loose. Sure enough, I went under the van and found my bolt on the starter was loose as well. I tightened it up with a 13mm ratcheting box wrench (it is difficult to get at) and that fixed the problem.
Thanks to all of the posts here and elsewhere that allowed me to fix the problem and not get raped by a dishonest mechanic (and they are not all dishonest) at a stealership.
#78
Not exactly true
Well after a long wait and a lot of speculation I think we have a resolution. Sadly it turned out to be the alternator. I had the alternator tested 3 times and was told every time that it was fine from third parties. It is located towards the rear of the engine and likely cannot be replaced without dropping the engine.
I had it done at the dealership and I must say I am happy about everything but the cost as you can imagine.
For me the cost was $707.00.
However there is a lifetime warranty attached parts and labor and if that doesn't end up being the issue then they will put the cost of the repairs toward the actual issue.
I hope this helps someone unfortunate enough to have this issue in the future.
I had it done at the dealership and I must say I am happy about everything but the cost as you can imagine.
For me the cost was $707.00.
However there is a lifetime warranty attached parts and labor and if that doesn't end up being the issue then they will put the cost of the repairs toward the actual issue.
I hope this helps someone unfortunate enough to have this issue in the future.
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