Consuemr states after filling up the vehicle there is a strong gas smell. took to dealer and dealer stated fuel injectors were leaking. dealer replaced problem still occurred. took back to dealer and they replaced the fuel pressure regulator and the smell went away. please provide any further information. *ts
I have a 1999 chevorlet malibu with 73,000 miles. i have performed all preventive maintaince on the car. on 12/31/02, i noticed a small puddle of engine coolant under the car. i took it to my regular mechanic. i was advised after a diagnostic test i had a leak at the intake gasket. the total cost to repair was $596.00. after researching on the internet, i have learned of many owners of a general moters (gm) vechicle having similiar problems. i feel it is time for the government to step in and investigate gm. gm admits no wrong doing though there is sufficient proof to show a faulty design in the intake manifold gasket. i have done most of my own preventative maintenance as well as repair. i am familiar with automobile engines enough to know if an engine is properly designed and has the correct gaskets, sealant, and proper assembly leaks such as the one i described should be rare. thank you for taking time to read and i hope your department will work to help consumers with this problem.
1 - brake failure at 15,000 miles; replaced brakes 4 times after dealer and manufacturer (chevrolet) failed to repair; i purchased 3 calipers, 4 rotors and many brake pads at costs of $1,000. 2 - gas guage sending unit failed after 60,000 miles; could not determine proper fuel level; purchased and replaced unit at cost of $325. 3 - intake manifold failed at 45,000 miles; vehicle experienced severe overheating; dealer charged $700 to perform valve job after charging $700 to replace intake manifold; 4 - battery failed after 25,000 miles; positive post fell out of battery; purchased replacement and did not have vehicle towed to dealer because i was in california from texas on a trip - costs $70 . *ak
On very cold days (<20 deg f) gas gauge registers accurately for ~10 secs., then falls to empty, when tank is not empty (originally happened with 3/4 tank). when engine stopped and restarted, gauge registers accurately for ~10 secs. then falls to empty again. only after ~1 hour of driving does the problem stop. *ak
Transmission/transaxle failed. yh