S10 2.2L Cuts off while driving, then won't start

[bj126821]

Ok, I'm sold. I've pick up a oil pressure switch at auto zone($21.00) and will put it in on saturday, here's hopeing this will fix the problem. Prize yet to be determined.

[xtremetrk]

If you try to get a new oil pressure switch, DO NOT GO TO ADVANCED AUTO PARTS!!!!!!!!! THE PART DOES NOT WORK. Go to the Dealer , use a factory part, its not that expensive.

[xtremetrk]

The aftermarket pegged my gauge (went passed 80 and didnt show the real pressure) aftermarket part didnt work

[bj126821]

I see it's kind of tight in there, how hard is it to
change out?

[SD45]

I looked at it with Josh yesterday, cold,dark and nasty in there. We're wimping out and having our mechanic do it!

Also:
1. Noted xtremetrk recommends Mfr. part.
2. Suggest check connectors and wires very carefully in that area also.

Stil amazed no diagnostic (computer codes) or two dealers didn't suggest! (Dad)

[bj126821]

I'm all done with mine, wasn't that bad, took the first on back to auto zone(didn't put it in) and went to dealer and got a ac/delco from them, had to get a oil pressure socket to do it, took 10 min tops, will up date in a week if it still dies or runs fine, later.

[NovaRod]

Let's keep this thread going so others can find it!

Let us all know your results. Thanks for the update bj126821!!!

[xtremetrk]

Guess what my oil pressure switch wasnt bad. I put in the ac delco one and it still stalled out. So i took the bed of my truck off. Hook up my test light to the grey wire that goes to the fuel pump. Electricity was going to the pump when it stalled out. THIS IS WHAT IT WAS. WHEN I SLIGHTLY MOVED THE PLUG THAT GIVES THE PUMP ITS VOLTAGE THE ENGINE SPUTTERED. I LOOKED AT THE PLUG AND THE PIN INSIDE THE PLUG WAS NOT CENTERED. I CENTERED IT AND MY TRUCK IS RUNNING PERFECT. I LET IT SiT AND RUN FOR 1 HOUR TO BE SURE, And drove it to work the next day.

EVERYONE PLEASE CHECK THE SAME THING I DID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PICTURE OF MY RIDE AT:

http://www.cardomain.com/member_page...7&cat=25&val=1

Thanks for the help!!!!!!!

[SD45]

Well today I had the fuel pump cutoff switch/coolant sensor replaced. Thanks very much for the suggestion. I hope this is the end of my problems and will keep ya'll updated should anything happen.

Joshua

[DSSDOG]

HHhhuumm... Welp the way u describe it I would say it sounds like a Pick up Module in the Distributor. Next time problem happens be sure to check for #1 Spark #2 Fuel And I'm sure # 3 Compression wont be a problem bein that the beast actually runs lol. but it wouldnt hurt to check. It's a typical Chevy problem, as far as that goes fer just about any car.. Good Luck

[xtremetrk]

The 4cylinder engine in a s10 doent have a distributor. It has two coil packs

[bj126821]

Gentleman, I am here to report that after replacing the oil pressure switch last friday feb 19th, I have NOT HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH IT RANDOMLY QUITTING!!!!! it start right up in the morning, runs fine all day and starts up at night and drives home with out a problem!!!!! xtremetrk you are the MAN!
So,,,if anyone else out there is having the same symptoms as described earlier in this thread, replace the oil pressure switch FIRST, then if that doesn't help, ask for help.

[bj126821]

And a quick BUMP out to NovaRod for pointing me in the right direction!

[NovaRod]

Seems like we got it nailed!! I really appreciate everyone who stepped up to describe the problem and possible solutions. Once xtremetrk had described the oil pressure switch, it looked like a slam dunk. This is definitely the FIRST thing to do with this problem. It's easy, and not too expensive.

[xtremetrk]

Since i fixed the problem , remember you said back in your earlier posts that you would give a prize to who could tell you the problem. Do i get something?