The engine continually misfires. There is a tsb bulletin #00-06-04-003b. Deposit buildup on popped valve ball &/or seat, causing it to stick. There is a recall because of this but only in california. I live in alaska. I got an estimate of $1200 bucks to fix this problem. Because of this, I only get 5-7 mpg, and have little power. Also, my ABS light turns on and the ABS activates at low speeds on dry ground. My electrical system is totally messed up. My right clicker just the sound not light) goes off when driving. It is completely erratic and unpredictable. My speakers turn off and on sporadically. *ak my driver side seat adjuster broke off with little pressure. My steering wheel continuously pulls to the right. This many problems in a vehicle is ridiculous. What a lemon. Especially since I have seen the same exact complaints all over this sight about this specific vehicle.
1998 GMC Jimmy lights problems
12 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Turn signal3
- Turn signal: switch2
- Headlights2
- Headlights: concealment devices1
- Hazard flashing warning lights: unit1
- Hazard flashing warning lights1
- Brake lights1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
GMC Jimmy lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 GMC Jimmy lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1998 GMC Jimmy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt: the contact stated the rear windshield wipers have not been working for approximately one year. The front windshield wipers worked only when the weather was cold, but still did not work properly. The delay ran as though it was on normal. No repairs have been made to the windshield wipers . Also, the rear brake lights have not worked for approximately one month. She has replaced the bulbs, fuse, and checked the electronic sensor. The problem still existed. *ak updated 1/4/2006 -
The blinker sound comes on for no reason and stays on for random lengths of time. Tapping on the brake will turn off the blinker noise for a short time, but it comes back on often. I replaced the turn signal relay, but the problem remained.
Windshield wiper motor failure. Mr the windshield wiper motor failed prior to the expiration of the warranty. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem and declined to replace the module. The complete failure of the wiper motor occurred during a severe rainstorm. The turn signal module/switch failed, and the driver side seat belt did not retract. Dealer was unable to duplicate the seat belt problem. Scc
The right head light was out and the consumer was unable to have it replaced since the head light was not a standard bulb, parts had to be ordered.
When turning hazard warning signal smoke comes from the lens. There is no sign of a shortage in either blinker. Dealer will be contacted. Please provide more information.
Transmission oil cooling line is leaking from metal attachement. Please give any further details.
Power windows lock up/ switch is also defective and unable to operate windows. Vehicle being repaired at an independent repair shop. *ak the mirror switch was burnt out and the multifunction switch had a short, the serpentine belt was cracking , head lights went out while driving to work, and the oil cooling line was leaking badly.
Unable to operate headlights and turn signals due to a defective multi-function switch. *ak the windows only go down from the driver's door control because the window lock was shorted out. The mirror switch was burnt out. The serpentine belt was cracking. The oil cooling lines were leaking badly.
While driving, all panel lights came on while speedomoter & tachometer went to zero.
Questions about the 1998 GMC Jimmy lights
Does the 1998 GMC Jimmy have lights problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the lights of the 1998 GMC Jimmy, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1998 GMC Jimmy lights problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1998 GMC Jimmy lights?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the GMC Jimmy have the most lights problems?
The GMC Jimmy model years with the most lights complaints are 2000 (17 complaints), 2001 (17 complaints) and 1997 (16 complaints).
Other 1998 GMC Jimmy problems
Visibility 81Electrical 33Brakes 31Transmission 30Suspension 25Engine 20Steering 16Airbags 15Seats 11Acceleration 6Fuel system 6Body 5Tires 4Wheels 4Locks 3Seat belts 2
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