Common questions

Are there any problems with the Chevy 3.4?

Are there any problems with the Chevy 3.4?

3.4 Chevy Motor Problems. by Richard Rowe. The Chevrolet 3.4L (3400) V6 is just one variant of a huge family of 60-degree V6s in production since 1980. Though this engine has seen constant improvement over the years, no amount of evolution will ever eliminate all of GM’s notorious engineering flubs.

What was the year of the Chevy Venture?

2001 Chevrolet Venture 2001 Chevrolet Venture Owner’s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Part Number 10423824 A First Edition © Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i Table of Contents

Why are the fans on my Chevy Venture not working?

The main and auxiliary fans in my 2001 Chevy Venture have stopped working causing my van to overheat on occasion. Along with the fans not working my compressor also isn’t kicking on as they stopped working relatively at the same time I think this points to an electrical problem.

What causes a Chevy Venture to overheat?

Motors can operate independently so I am still looking at the common line. thanks The main and auxiliary fans in my 2001 Chevy Venture have stopped working causing my van to overheat on occasion.

2001 Chevrolet Venture 2001 Chevrolet Venture Owner’s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Part Number 10423824 A First Edition © Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i Table of Contents

Are there any problems with the Chevy 4.3 Vortec engine?

The 4.3 Vortec engines made from 1996-2002 (L35 and LF6) have been reported to have engine knock problems. In a properly functioning engine, fuel burns in even pockets instead of all at once. The pockets burn in even timing, in sync with engine cycles. Engine knock occurs when the fuel burns unevenly and out of sync with the engine cycles.

Why is my Chevy Vortec 4300 V6 leaking fuel?

In the L35 and LF6 engines, the spider injectors are known to leak at the pressure regulator and at the supply and return lines due to a design fault. Outside of leaking fuel onto the exterior of the engine itself, it can cause excess fuel to get sucked into the engine.

Where is the idle control valve on a Chevy Vortec?

The idle control valve sits on the throttle body and is responsible for adjusting the amount of air that enters the engine at idle, ultimately controlling engine idle speeds. At idle, the valve blocks a small amount of air from entering the engine, keeping idle RPM’s low.

What kind of engine does a Chevy 3.4L have?

The Chevrolet 3.4L (3400) V6 is just one variant of a huge family of 60-degree V6s in production since 1980. Though this engine has seen constant improvement over the years, no amount of evolution will ever eliminate all of GM’s notorious engineering flubs.

What causes a Chevy 3.4L intake manifold to fail?

DexCool and green anti-freeze are like oil and water; the two will not mix in your coolant system, and their separation will ultimately cause cooling system failure. Some owners have replaced 3.4L intake manifold gaskets enough times to do it in their sleep.

Is it possible to get coolant out of a Chevy?

Combine this with DexCool’s corrosive nature, and it’s small wonder that owners have had problems. Though a complete fluid flush and replacement with standard “green” anti-freeze is possible, there is no guarantee that you will get all of the old coolant out.

3.4 Chevy Motor Problems. by Richard Rowe. The Chevrolet 3.4L (3400) V6 is just one variant of a huge family of 60-degree V6s in production since 1980. Though this engine has seen constant improvement over the years, no amount of evolution will ever eliminate all of GM’s notorious engineering flubs.

The Chevrolet 3.4L (3400) V6 is just one variant of a huge family of 60-degree V6s in production since 1980. Though this engine has seen constant improvement over the years, no amount of evolution will ever eliminate all of GM’s notorious engineering flubs.

DexCool and green anti-freeze are like oil and water; the two will not mix in your coolant system, and their separation will ultimately cause cooling system failure. Some owners have replaced 3.4L intake manifold gaskets enough times to do it in their sleep.

Combine this with DexCool’s corrosive nature, and it’s small wonder that owners have had problems. Though a complete fluid flush and replacement with standard “green” anti-freeze is possible, there is no guarantee that you will get all of the old coolant out.

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Ruth Doyle