Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet s-10. When the contact started the parked vehicle, the service engine light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed and produced code b0036 (air bag impact sensor). The mechanic told the contact that the sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,000.
2003 Chevrolet S10: check engine light
5 of the 178 complaints about the 2003 Chevrolet S10 describe check engine light.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 28,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 76 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Check engine light by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet s10. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. After exiting the vehicle, the contact observed an unknown fluid leaking under the front of the vehicle. The contact also observed corrosion around the heating coil. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 02/23/16*lj the experienced problems with the check engine light and leaks in the intake manifold and head gaskets. An inspection revealed, the gasket was coming apart and was corroded. The heater coil was corroded and leaking. Updated 03/03/16.
I have a 2003 s-10 with 28,000 miles. I have had to replace both co2 sensors and now it won't start. It just started jerking and the fuel pump and filter work fine. Its getting gas and has a new battery. The check engine light is on. It wants to start but it doesn't. Also the radio comes on when I turn it off. What gives? This is my 3rd s-10....
Evap hose on fuel tank chewed up by rodent , when 1st had truck in shop was told hat service engine light came on because fuel cap was not tight,have a friend that works at another car dealer and have had them clear code for gas cap,when brought to chevrolet dealer last time they do a smoke test and tell me the evap hose was chewed up by some kind of rodent and thet it would cost me $1500.00 to fix or my truck would never pass emisions this is not covered by warranty.
The vehicle's wire harness melted against the exhaust manifold. As a result, the fuses blew out and the check engine sensor light stayed on.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist...
- Engine
- This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter...
- This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2003 Chevrolet S10 check engine light
Is check engine light a common problem on the 2003 Chevrolet S10?
5 of 178 owner complaints about the 2003 Chevrolet S10 (3%) mention check engine light. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Chevrolet S10?
There are 0 recalls and 76 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 Chevrolet S10
Door locks 14ABS 9Wipers 7No deployment 6Grinding brakes 6Won't start 6Brake failure 5
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