20 Most Recent 1998 GMC Sonoma - Page 8 Questions & Answers

this could mean that a code set it on the code not necessary related to engine performance
in this case you need to check the code with a tech and find out which code it is and what its related too. but first you could try to disconnect the battery for few moments and see if the code will go a way.

fuel pump o.k filter ok no gas going to cylinders

You have to drop the fuel tank. From there it's a breeze, you'll see what to do do after you drop the tank.

the engine actually runs off the alternator not the battery i would check the alternator and it has a main fuse that handles everthing

This should help:

http://www.s10forum.com/forum/f135/replacing-starter-soloniod-need-help-please-8991/

If you search on that site you should find some other articles to assist you as well.

are the three bolts to the torque convertor screwed into the flywheel also? It seems they are not by your description.
the three bolts are on the outer parimeter of the flywheel

LOOK UNDER HOOD ON RADIATOR SUPPORT FOR FACTORY EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL LABEL OR DIAGRAM.OR GO TO DEALERSHIP IN THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THEY CAN PROBABLY HAVE DIAGRAM YOU COULD LOOK AT.ANY TIME YOU TAKE ENGINE APART OR REMOVE ENGINE YOU NEED TO LABEL AND TAG VACUUM HOSE OR ELECTRICAL WIRE SO YOU CAN PUT EVERY THING BACK IN ITS ORIGINAL PLACE.

yeah sound like your fuel injectors are clogged...I would first change and the fuel filters and go to wal mart and buy "sea foam" fuel injector cleaner its in a white and red metal can this stuff is awesome!...and add it too a full tank of gas run the vehicle till the gas tank is empty..if this doesn't fix it you will need to flush out the entire fuel system and flush out the fuel tank

Is the security light on somewhere on the dash when this happens? This sounds like a classic case of the security system shutting down the starter and going into antitheft mode. Read up on the link for some symptoms and do it yourself solutions. http://vatspasslockpasskeysecurityhelp.yolasite.com/

hi.
the most likely cause is low gas in the air con system .
most cars have a pressure switch that detects low gas level and will prevent the clutch enganing to prevent damage.

the first thing to do is to top up the gas in the air con system.
i would recommend getting this done properly as they will ensure that the correct amount of freon is in the system, but you can top it up yourself using cans of freon from a motor shop.

Have your injectors clean this should help.

check fuel pressure

The easiest part to replace is the thermostat. This where most problems seem to occur.

if the light is removable from body ,might have to refit it to get ground through body