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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
04-29-2009, 01:49 PM
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ball joint
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1,074
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goldalero99
I agree. Still sounds like a problem with the...
I agree. Still sounds like a problem with the upper strut mount and the bearings in there. How confident are you with the mechanics at this shop?
I hope you didn't replace the ball joints for no...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
04-23-2009, 09:21 AM
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Having issues.... who isn't?
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936
Posted By
goldalero99
by backwards, I mean they swap the left and right...
by backwards, I mean they swap the left and right strut mounts when installing.
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
04-22-2009, 12:37 PM
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Having issues.... who isn't?
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936
Posted By
goldalero99
Sounds like it might be the strut mounts in the...
Sounds like it might be the strut mounts in the front. These have ball bearings that can wear over time. Also, if they are installed facing the wrong direction it will definitely make the sound you...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
04-16-2009, 04:32 PM
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A few Questions from a new Alero owner
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goldalero99
#1 and #4 are very common problems on these cars....
#1 and #4 are very common problems on these cars. #1 sounds like the blower motor resistor. The part is not that expensive. You'll need a small ratchet set and then search this forum and you'll...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
02-24-2009, 01:26 PM
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Engine Coolant Question...
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goldalero99
Coolant is also used to "cool" the...
Coolant is also used to "cool" the engine in warm weather climates. It raises the boiling point of water and helps to prevent overheating.
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
01-06-2009, 08:16 PM
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suspension...
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788
Posted By
goldalero99
If you have an impact wrench, you probably don't...
If you have an impact wrench, you probably don't need this tool. I didn't have one so I had to use the tool to get the nut off the top of the strut. :thumb:
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
01-06-2009, 10:21 AM
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Eerie Electical/Turn Signal
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646
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goldalero99
If it is not the switch, then the fast blinking...
If it is not the switch, then the fast blinking usually indicates some type of grounding issue. This can sometimes be the actual tail light socket or somewhere else in the wiring. In that case it...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
01-06-2009, 10:08 AM
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suspension...
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788
Posted By
goldalero99
As with most things, it is easier if you have the...
As with most things, it is easier if you have the right tools. If you don't have an impact wrench, the top nut on the front struts can be a bitch. I had to use a special tool like...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
12-02-2008, 11:35 AM
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Help...SVS light and no fog/dash lights
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319
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goldalero99
have you checked all the fuses? sounds like one...
have you checked all the fuses? sounds like one blew
Forum:
Alero Appearance
11-25-2008, 09:06 AM
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Help with stock spoiler install
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312
Posted By
goldalero99
Mine came with a template that you can lay on the...
Mine came with a template that you can lay on the top of the trunk. This helped to make sure everything was even. It also had holes to show where to drill. You could probably create your own...
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Alero Appearance
11-18-2008, 10:37 AM
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Turning Signals went out.
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2,037
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goldalero99
Hazard/turn signal switch replacement
The problem and instructions for replacement can be found here:
http://www.gaownersclub.com/kbruce/misc/Flashers_04098_Dec_16_2004.pdf
It is actually a pretty simple fix if you have a small socket...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
05-20-2008, 03:42 PM
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antifreze
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750
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goldalero99
What did they fix the last three times?
What did they fix the last three times?
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
05-19-2008, 12:28 PM
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antifreze
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750
Posted By
goldalero99
The problem with the lower intake manifold gasket...
The problem with the lower intake manifold gasket is VERY common in these cars. If you do some searching on the internet, you'll see this a lot. A leaking one will allow the coolant to leak into...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
05-08-2008, 12:51 PM
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Radar detectors
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2,896
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goldalero99
The Valentine 1 and Escort Passport 8500 x50 are...
The Valentine 1 and Escort Passport 8500 x50 are both good choices.
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
04-24-2008, 12:49 PM
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Mixing regular anti-freeze with Dex-Cool?
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2,615
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goldalero99
Extended life anti-freeze
According to Prestone and our mechanic, it is ok to mix DEX-COOL with the new "extended life" anti-freeze made by Prestone. This coolant was developed to be more of a "universal" coolant. This is...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
04-21-2008, 12:32 PM
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Is This Right??
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Posted By
goldalero99
I'd say that is way high. I have a 99 that I...
I'd say that is way high. I have a 99 that I bought with 30k miles a few months ago. I already had to replace the alternator and all the other usual stuff like the hazard switch, blower resistor....
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
04-07-2008, 09:49 AM
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Creaky front end
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2,071
Posted By
goldalero99
I have a similar sound since I just replaced my...
I have a similar sound since I just replaced my springs (with lowering springs) a week ago. I haven't had the car long, but I don't think this noise existed before. I think it may be the way I...
Forum:
How-To Archive & FAQ
04-04-2008, 11:16 AM
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install factory spoiler
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495
Posted By
goldalero99
I bought this one painted in my...
I bought this one painted in my color:
http://www.spoilerdepot.com/Catalog.asp?A=10&S=1999-04%20Alero&idModel=104&idMakeTemp=&idB=
I didn't see any markings. Just measured and drilled the holes. ...
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How-To Archive & FAQ
04-03-2008, 09:34 AM
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install factory spoiler
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495
Posted By
goldalero99
Mine must have been different. I put the bolts...
Mine must have been different. I put the bolts in from the underside of the trunk. They just screwed into threaded holes in the spoiler base. There were no nuts used.
Forum:
How-To Archive & FAQ
04-02-2008, 09:02 AM
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install factory spoiler
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495
Posted By
goldalero99
I bought one, but it came with a template to...
I bought one, but it came with a template to allow me to place the holes correctly. Without the template, you'll have to line up the spoiler and measure to get it even. The back/trailing edge of...
Forum:
General Performance
02-29-2008, 11:27 AM
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question about lowering springs
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408
Posted By
goldalero99
Thanks for the info. I ordered the Eibach...
Thanks for the info. I ordered the Eibach springs from tirerack.com . I don't want to lower it too much and it sounds like these will give the right amount of drop. I'll try to post pics...
Forum:
Alero Appearance
02-27-2008, 03:56 PM
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Anyone have these Enkei wheels on a sedan?
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299
Posted By
goldalero99
Anyone have these Enkei wheels on a sedan?
I was looking at some 17" Enkei J10 rims. Does anyone have a picture of these on their car? I'm trying to get an idea of how they would look on an Alero. ...
Forum:
Common Questions & Troubleshooting
02-27-2008, 01:57 PM
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Where can I buy this part online?
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302
Posted By
goldalero99
The navigation looks the same between the two...
The navigation looks the same between the two sites when searching for parts. I just checked, and the www.gmpartsdirect.com had a cheaper price.
Thanks.
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
02-27-2008, 12:38 PM
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Where can I buy this part online?
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302
Posted By
goldalero99
Found a good website
I might do as suggested using screws, but I did find a good website for GM parts. You can find all of these GM specific parts under the Oldsmobile section at www.gmpartshouse.com
This part is the...
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Common Questions & Troubleshooting
02-27-2008, 10:23 AM
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6
Where can I buy this part online?
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302
Posted By
goldalero99
Where can I buy this part online?
I am new to Aleros and trying to find a place to buy a part online instead of going to the dealership.
The plastic piece that fits across the edge of the trunk opening in my car is broken. The...
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