http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:51:11 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=970152&goto=newpost Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:50:14 GMT Can some one please tell me if I can put a 2002 venture engine in a 2003 Venture? They both are front wheel drive . If it can what modifications do I need to do? Thank You Can some one please tell me if I can put a 2002 venture engine in a 2003 Venture? They both are front wheel drive . If it can what modifications do I need to do?

Thank You ]]> Venture kmacas http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=970152 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969813&goto=newpost Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:55:59 GMT Hi, The sway bar on my wife's 99 venture is broken near the link. What is the procedure to remove ane replace it? Thanks ]]> Venture jack1018 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969813 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969687&goto=newpost Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:52:23 GMT I had inoperative windows on my 2004 Chevy venture. With some investigation I found that the little gray wire into the driver side window switch harness is broken right at the connector. My question is can any one tell me how to release the connector pin in the wiring harness without damaging it. Usually there is some type of retaine that keeps it form coming out of the harness but was unable to see it or determine where it was. Don;t want to jerk it out of the socket and ruin it. Trying to use a little finesse in now. Thanks for any help...links....diagrams...descriptions...etc. Doug I had inoperative windows on my 2004 Chevy venture. With some investigation I found that the little gray wire into the driver side window switch harness is broken right at the connector. My question is can any one tell me how to release the connector pin in the wiring harness without damaging it. Usually there is some type of retaine that keeps it form coming out of the harness but was unable to see it or determine where it was.

Don;t want to jerk it out of the socket and ruin it. Trying to use a little finesse in now.

Thanks for any help...links....diagrams...descriptions...etc.

Doug ]]> Venture dougb2 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969687 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969345&goto=newpost Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:18:22 GMT Ok. So, I know I need to add fluid to my power steering, however I don't know exactly what fluid to add. I have read different things. Do I add actual power steering fluid or DEXRON III? Most Chevy's I know/have worked on before take the DEXRON III, but the owners manual says power steering fluid. What does everyone else use? I don't want to mess it up anymore than it already is. Thanks for your help. ]]> Venture 97Venture_Chick http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969345 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969321&goto=newpost Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:04:08 GMT Hi all,

I'm new to this forum...I have a 2002 Pontiac Montana with the 3400 engine. 144,000 miles...Very relaible van!!!LOVE IT...

Changed the dreaded air filter last pm. As I was buttoning everything back up, I noticed the plastic pipe, which sorta looks like the PCV valve, it is in between the the throttle body and the air box, had come out at the front connection and at the rear!!! The plastic pipe is about 18-24" long and snakes abit. I cannot for the life of me figure out where it connects at the rear? It has a circular end.

Can anyone help???

Monty123 ]]> Venture Monty123 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969321 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969306&goto=newpost Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:08:17 GMT yes i was wondering if the motor out of a 2003 chevy impala will work in my 1997 chevy venture van yes i was wondering if the motor out of a 2003 chevy impala will work in my 1997 chevy venture van ]]> Venture ripp_jr http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969306 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969246&goto=newpost Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:57:38 GMT I was driving home from work the other night going 50 (the speed limit) on a back road that is full of twists,turns, and NO shoulders. Then my headlights and dash lights WENT OFF! I stopped the van (after going into the ditch a bit).. I switched the lights over and used the dome light to check my speed the rest of the way home. What could have caused this? A blown fuse, a short? I was driving home from work the other night going 50 (the speed limit) on a back road that is full of twists,turns, and NO shoulders. Then my headlights and dash lights WENT OFF! I stopped the van (after going into the ditch a bit).. I switched the lights over and used the dome light to check my speed the rest of the way home. What could have caused this? A blown fuse, a short? ]]> Venture GirlLovesCamo http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=969246 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968965&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:26:16 GMT If I swap a PCM for one from the same year/model van, would it need to go to the dealer for reprogramming? Could I just take the two PCM in or would they need to be in the van? Scott If I swap a PCM for one from the same year/model van, would it need to go to the dealer for reprogramming? Could I just take the two PCM in or would they need to be in the van?


Scott ]]> Venture scottp6 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968965 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968964&goto=newpost Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:08:56 GMT Ok, I started a new thread because I thought it would be beneficial for ALL viewers to get the info I am requesting.

Here is the thread that led up to this post. http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...=wheel+bearing


My two questions are:

1. Should I do both wheel bearings at the same time even though only one has failed ? 121K miles.

2. What is the best/easiest procedure to replace a front wheel bearing on a 2000 FWD ABS Venture?

I have the GM shop manual (1 of 2). It basically says:

1. Jack up the car
2. Remove tire/wheel, caliper, rotor.
3. Loosen and remove spindle locknut
4. Using special tool #12345 push the shaft back into (pull the bearing forward) and out of the knuckle.

Doesn't mention tie rod or ball joint.

I have seen several posts here with conflicting information to this and to each other.

Some say disconnect tie rod end. Some say disconnect lower ball joint. Some say both. I know I need to do it to replace a shaft, but I would prefer to do neither for the bearing if I don't have to. I usually damage the tie rod end, or damage the rubber seal on the ball joint when disconnecting them.

Some say use a puller, some say use a hammer and wood block.

From the diagrams, it doesn't look like these steps are necessary.

Are either or both of these necessary?

FYI Priced out Timken and SKF. They are about $150 each. AutoZone has similar price but unsure of manufacturer. Pep boys has Chinese ones for $95.

Local auto parts jobber has cheapos for $50 each. Probably won't keep the car more than another year or two. Will the cheapos last that long?

Thanks. ]]> Venture pjw73nh http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968964 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968903&goto=newpost Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:45:25 GMT 2000 Venture short wheelbase 122k miles. Original owner from brand new. Has had fuel pump replaced at 40K, intake manifold replaced and full trans (torque converter inclusive) flush, plugs and wires at 75K. (2005) All fluids checked regularly.

Recent problem. Noticed a "grinding/buzzing" sound when traveling above 25 mph. Sound is commensurate with veh speed (not engine speed). If I turn the wheel ever so slightly to the right, the sound "deepens"/gets louder), and I can feel the buzzing in the steering wheel. When I release from turning right, or turn left, the buzzing greatly decreases (though I still hear it), and I can no longer feel it in the steering wheel. I only feel it when I turn the wheel to the right, even just a few degrees.

My thoughts on the culprit (in no particular order): Wheel bearing, Transaxle/final drive (differential). ???????

Wheel bearings:
No work done on front wheels/hubs. I did rotors and brake pads in April 2009 (115K). Visual inspection of all of the under car and front end. Nothing appeared out of the ordinary.

Transaxle/Diffierential: Who knows? I have had other vehicles with a normal differential/rear end, that had a bad bearing and I could usually tell which side, just by driving/turning Usually it was an outer bearing (wheel), not an axle bearing (diff).

Observations:
1..Periodically over the last 2-3 years or so, I have had to add about a 8-12 oz of coolant to the overflow every 8 mos or so. I don't know where it goes. I presume it is evaporating somewhere or VERY slowly leaking. Nothing external that can be visually noticed.

2.. Last week I checked the trans fluid. Was off the stick. Had to add 3 qts Dexron VI to bring it to full mark on stick. First two qts. barely registered on the stick. Prior to that last check was at 118k (5 k ago) and June of 2009. My written notes at the time mention "Normal. Didn't smell or look burnt, and no particulate matter in the fluid". Has been a week and the fluid level is still holding fine. Where did the 3 quarts go ???

3.. Opened radiator cap. No sludge or "strawberry milkshake" evidence of trans fluid. Looks fairly clear and orange. About what I would expect for a veh of this age and mileage. All lines to and from trans and radiator look ok. No evidence of leaking ANYWHERE.

4. Runs an normal temps throughout the year

5. Shifts fine with no slipping, clunking, grinding (during shifting).

6. Overall vehicle runs, shifts, handles, and stops well.

7. Every few weeks the ABS light comes on and then goes out after the next start.

Anyone ever see or hear this type of noise before?

If it's a wheel bearing (and I am leaning that way) How can I determine which side I need to replace? If I turn right, I "load" the left one. Noise gets louder. If I turn left, I "load" the right one. Given the above symtoms should I presume the left one?

Tnx ]]> Venture pjw73nh http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968903 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968882&goto=newpost Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:52:50 GMT Hi, I have a 99 venture. What is the trick to remove the plastic piece that attached to the tumbler where the key goes in on the ignition? thanks Hi, I have a 99 venture. What is the trick to remove the plastic piece that attached to the tumbler where the key goes in on the ignition? thanks ]]> Venture jack1018 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968882 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968662&goto=newpost Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:14:49 GMT We have a torque converter on a 1998 Venture van going out and I was wondering if it can cause the engine light come on, so here is the problem. I've read that the converter can cause the van to stall and i was wondering if it can cause it to misfire as well cause the light to come on. We had the transmission fixed 1 year ago and now the light seems to be coming on more often. Help would be helpful, thanks.:confused: ]]> Venture TLM17 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968662 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968579&goto=newpost Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:19:14 GMT Hi, I am in the process of installing an alarm/remote starter in my wife's 99 Venture. I need to pass a few wires from the engine compartment to inside the cab. I am wondering where are the most convinent locations on the firewall that I can pass some wires. Thanks in avance. ]]> Venture jack1018 http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=968579