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Forum: C5 Tech
10-03-2022, 10:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 273
Posted By UM Rebel

Thanks that’s what I decided too. Original nylon...

Thanks that’s what I decided too. Original nylon gears failed around 2012 … about 8 years. :cheers:
Forum: C5 Tech
10-02-2022, 07:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 425
Posted By UM Rebel

Are you saying the IPC is out? If so, I can...

Are you saying the IPC is out? If so, I can believe that’s the problem. Even if it’s not the DIC would help you identify the problem.
Forum: C5 Tech
10-02-2022, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 273
Posted By UM Rebel

Headlight motor question

2004 CE convertible- Daily driver
One of my headlight motors crapped out. Have ordered a new one. I’m certain it will come with original nylon gear. I installed brass gears years ago. Question is,...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-24-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 420
Posted By UM Rebel

it wouldn’t hurt. Hardest part for me was getting...

it wouldn’t hurt. Hardest part for me was getting the windshield wipers off. They were stuck on tight. Also be careful removing the vent screen it may be brittle from age.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-23-2022, 03:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 420
Posted By UM Rebel

There are 4 udders. 3 on drivers side and one...

There are 4 udders.
3 on drivers side and one on passenger side
Did you get all of them?
Forum: C5 Tech
06-23-2022, 01:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 331
Posted By UM Rebel

Metal pieces from rear end is surely a concern....

Metal pieces from rear end is surely a concern. Also check rear wheel hubs. Had one go bad a few years ago. It made a whine like you described.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-23-2022, 01:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 384
Posted By UM Rebel

That would be sensor 2 … back of cat. And yes...

That would be sensor 2 … back of cat.
And yes passenger side.
BTW do you know you do not need the code reader? C5 has built in reader.
https://youtu.be/bBI9BVGGa7k
Forum: C5 Tech
06-18-2022, 10:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 706
Posted By UM Rebel

Here is video of my 2004 with 133k miles

Here is video of my 2004 with 133k miles
Forum: C5 Tech
06-18-2022, 09:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 706
Posted By UM Rebel

Hi, welcome! Your. Balancer looks and sounds...

Hi, welcome! Your. Balancer looks and sounds perfect. I wouldn’t mess with it. 28k miles. It’s barely broken in. Drive it and enjoy. :cheers:
Forum: C5 Tech
06-17-2022, 07:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 624
Posted By UM Rebel

Sounds like a VATS problem . There is a sensor in...

Sounds like a VATS problem . There is a sensor in the. Ignition switch that reads the resistor chip in your key. Try cleaning the key and if you have a spare key try it. It’s possible to bypass the...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-17-2022, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 442
Posted By UM Rebel

Interesting. So probably all you needed was to...

Interesting. So probably all you needed was to re-index the original actuator.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-17-2022, 02:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 581
Posted By UM Rebel

I don’t know about damaging the transmission, but...

I don’t know about damaging the transmission, but you will surely cause the shift linkage to come loose. There are nylon grommets at both ends of the shift cable. They are prone to fail anyway. I’m...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-16-2022, 12:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 876
Posted By UM Rebel

Moron!

Moron!
Forum: C5 Tech
06-14-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 397
Posted By UM Rebel

P0300 is random cylinder misfire. Plugs and wires...

P0300 is random cylinder misfire. Plugs and wires might fix it. If not would check coils next.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-14-2022, 03:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By UM Rebel

yeh, I think you are right. Didn’t spot that. New...

yeh, I think you are right. Didn’t spot that. New plug.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-14-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By UM Rebel

Plug looks wet. I would start off with new plug...

Plug looks wet. I would start off with new plug and swap wires with another cylinder. If problem does not move then swap coils with another cylinder. Hopefully one of those will be the problem.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-13-2022, 07:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,001
Posted By UM Rebel

Do you know car’s history? Just wondering if it...

Do you know car’s history? Just wondering if it might have been raced or had engine work in the past. I would pull the pan and inspect bottom. Plan to replace piston and get the head reworked....
Forum: C5 Tech
06-13-2022, 06:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 536
Posted By UM Rebel

Thanks for all the advice. I found this gizmo in...

Thanks for all the advice. I found this gizmo in one of my tool boxes. Don’t remember where or why I got it. Looks like it slips over bleeder valve and has a check valve at the end. Think I will...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-11-2022, 07:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,825
Posted By UM Rebel

Drive it to the gas station. Fill up. No worries.

Drive it to the gas station. Fill up. No worries.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-11-2022, 06:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 636
Posted By UM Rebel

My 04 base CE vert will ping on hard rolling...

My 04 base CE vert will ping on hard rolling acceleration even with some name brand 93 octane. It does not with Shell 93 or Merathon 90 non ethanol. It’s bone stock and I’ve owned it since new. Now...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-11-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 907
Posted By UM Rebel

Turn AC on set to high fan an recirculate. Close...

Turn AC on set to high fan an recirculate. Close windows. Set off on of these. Come back in an hour.
...
Forum: C5 Tech
06-11-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 536
Posted By UM Rebel

Brake fluid change question

I read about the Ranger method of changing clutch fluid. Am wondering will that work for brakes too?
Forum: C5 General
05-20-2022, 03:32 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,410
Posted By UM Rebel

I had one of the first new model ‘70 Firebirds...

I had one of the first new model ‘70 Firebirds sold in the New Orleans area. I loved it. Great styling. But performance wise, it wouldn’t pull granny off the pot. My 2004 C5 convertible would be in...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-18-2022, 06:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 532
Posted By UM Rebel

There are a couple of bump stops on each...

There are a couple of bump stops on each headlight. The stops have a nylon cover. If the cover is damaged or missing headlight door can jam.
Forum: C5 Tech
05-18-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 277
Posted By UM Rebel

Living in California must be a pain in the ass!...

Living in California must be a pain in the ass! :hide:
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