Chevrolet S10 check engine light comes on

Filed Apr 18, 2016 · Airbags · 124,000 miles · SD

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.

Filed Nov 23, 2015 · Engine · 130,000 miles · GA

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.

Filed Aug 12, 2013 · Transmission · 66,000 miles · WI

Yes my engine light came on and it said service engine soon. So I took it to a michanic and had it checked and it came up the transmission was having issues is there anything or help I can get to replace it?

Filed Oct 16, 2012 · Engine · 161,126 miles · NJ

Had a check engine light at a startup. Code was p0305. Seen many owners are having this problem and many can not find the problem with car. California recalled this matter and the rest of the states did not. Thanks

Filed Jul 18, 2009 · Engine, Transmission · CA

Hi I originally purchased a 1998 chevrolet s10 used private party and noticed a check engine light on and my brother scanned the computer and found it was a transmission problem and was informed by my brother it had been rebuilt literally 2 months before purchased and was shown proof when driving highway speeds it shifted into 3rd by itself and was forced to drive 25 miles doing 50 took it to gm and was informed it was a pressure problem and was "recommended" a tranny rebuild and then they called the car a piece of @#$%^ and wasn't worth it I personally love the truck and then they said it would be 2500 dollars. I continue to drive it with check engine light on and was informed the transmission will eventually lock me out of it, also when hot it sounds literally like a tractor on excel and steady speed if any one has any answers please email.

Filed May 21, 2009 · Engine · 33,000 miles · MA

S10 cannot pass emissions test in ma. Due to a latent defect that allows water,mud. And sludge to get into the air compressor, effecting the entire emissions system. A tech alert has been issued. Dealerships both were I bought it and nearest to adders are a joke. I have spent over $1200 for new o2 sensors in tailpipe and main engine intake, now it is a new air pump and more defective sensors. At an estimate of over $1100. The truck otherwise runs fine. If it were not for emissions tests I would not be complaining. This is a gm design problem. The service engine light has been on for ever. Who else can I contact?please , I cannot afford to drive to work w/o being in violation of the law. I am outraged by gm's total lack of support.

Filed Apr 2, 2009 · Electrical, Fuel system · 28,000 miles · TN

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....

Filed Aug 15, 2008 · Fuel system · 107,139 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet s10. While driving up an incline at any speed, the vehicle would begin to stall and the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and the contact was informed that the stalling was caused by a fuel injection failure. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 107,139.

Filed Jul 30, 2008 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet s10. The contact noticed that the engine warning light was constantly illuminated on the instrument control panel. She took her vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the fuel filter. Several months later, the engine warning light illuminated again. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and was informed that the PCM needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer stated that there was no recall for the vehicle; therefore, she would have to assume liability for the repair cost. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 146,000.

Filed Apr 3, 2008 · Engine, Lights · 15,777 miles · OH

Vehicle purchased 2/23/04 new 2004 s-10 club cab - in feb 05 was returned due to coolant leak - both eng. Oil cooler hoses replaced. Also fuel gauge was erratic they replaced fuel level sensor in tank replaced mileage 15777. At that time the 4wd was not engaging properly but they could not duplicate the problem so no repair was made. March 9, 2005 motor had a ticking noise - a lifter collapsed and replaced along with the intake gasket. There was also a leak - they found the rear extension housing leaking -the rear drive shaft was removed and seal replaced. Oct 10, 2005 transmission leak and engine noise under acceleration - rear transfer case output seal replaced and engine pressure check. March 30, 2006 check engine light on and exhaust system rattling - thermostat replaced and catalytic converter. Mileage 34,997 june 2007 tail light on right not working - wiring issues repaired twice. November 2007 grinding noise when put into 4wd but once put back into 2wd okay. March 2008 - 4wd making loud noise when engaged and also making continuing noise when in 2wd - found to be transaxle going out. Wiper motor guit - replaced. Mileage now 74,540 this is where I am now driving with the transaxle going out. Love truck size and comfort but to many problems. Will probably go with different brand next purchase but only after much research. Found many complaints on transaxle issue and feel manufacturer. Should take care of this one.