Glenn,,,,or anyone else dealing with this......have you figured out a fix? my 2003 Silverado 1500 LT is doing the same thing.....I hoped to keep this truck a few more years but the ABS and brake lights have got me scared....not to mention the service 4wd message, no cruise control or heater/defroster blower
Re: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has no power. help please! [shayne1134]
Written by: obyone on Jan 25, 2012 11:27:28 PM
Try and disconnect the battery for 5 minutes and see if it makes any difference. Disconnecting the negative wire will suffice.
Re: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has no power. help please! [obyone]
Written by: shayne1134 on Jan 25, 2012 2:54:02 PM
I did not
Re: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has no power. help please! [shayne1134]
Written by: obyone on Jan 25, 2012 2:46:10 PM
Did you disconnect the battery while or after installing the tps?
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has no power. help please!
Written by: shayne1134 on Jan 24, 2012 5:18:36 PM
so about 2 weeks ago my truck started loosing power but i have not got the "reduced engine power" notification, also when shifting from first to seccond, it shifts a little harder than normal and once it shifts the rpm's drop to around 500 and the truck wants to die, so naturally i press the pedal more and it gets up to about 2000 rpm's and just stays there regardless of ... Read More
Re: 2005 Gmc sierra 2500hd hum/vibration at 60 & 70 [royva]
Written by: robert1978 on Nov 24, 2011 9:29:11 AM
I have a 2003 chevy silverado 1500 4x4. Last week my front end started to vibrate/hum at around 60 to 70 mph. I thought that the 4 x 4 axle actuator was engaging the front axles causing the vibration. I pulled it and it wasn't engaged. I noticed gear oil had came out of the vent hose on front differential. Feels like the vibration is effecting power as well, like its ... Read More
Re: Chevy silverado 1500 front brakes locking up [motigger]
Written by: barnowl3 on Sep 29, 2011 5:38:18 PM
While you are at it, check your brake lines, especially on the frame mount near the front drivers wheel. These are known to fail there and the problem is being investigated by NHTSA. Repair the lines and minimize the risk of a bad accident as they are known to fail during a hard stop. I am speaking from experience on my 2003, and others have reported the same failure mode. Both ... Read More
Re: Rapid brake wear [sparkmark]
Written by: fishwishin on Apr 6, 2011 6:28:01 PM
I am not sure what the variations on brakes were on the chevy silverado line, but I have a 2003 silverado 1500 HD crew cab with the quadrasteer option. The truck is used about 10% of the mileage for towing my 4000 lb boat trailer to the ocean. It has 118000 miles on it and still has plenty of life on the original brake pads! Now we can talk about the ... Read More
Curious to see if you've rec'd any information on what the problem is? I have a 06 1500 Chevy Silverado with what sounds like the same problem. For whatever reason, the message ctr displays "Service 4WD, Service Brake System," the ABS light and Brake light on the display illuminate, and the heat shuts off. I was told to try and replace the dashboard control switch for ESOF 4WD. I did and ... Read More
Brake Problems
Written by: sherwo64 on Nov 3, 2010 8:04:33 PM
Have a 2003 chevy silverado 1500 4x4 all new brake parts but the brakes will lock up on it after driving it for 10 or 20 min no one can figure out what the problem is it all started when i had a brake hose bust underneith and now the brakes lock up if anyone knows a fix i would really love it email to joesherwo64@yahoo.com
I have a 2004 Silverado 1500 Z71 that was bought new in 2003. On 4/17/08 I applied the brakes while going aprox 25 mph. The pedal went to the floor and a Red warning light came on. I was fortunate enough to steer the truck into a Church parking lot without injuring myself or anyone else. I opened the hood and found brake fluid pouring out near the firewall. The brake ... Read More
Written by: oregonmarine on Mar 19, 2010 11:59:50 PM
Hi, I have a 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4 with a 5.3 and 135,000 miles. I was driving home today and had the cruise control set out on the highway. The "ABS" and "Check Braking system" lights came on, and at the same time my speedometer dropped to zero and kept jumping up to random speeds then falling back down to zero in the same manor as a blinking dome light ... Read More
I have a 2003 chevy silverado 1500 and its attemting to start, but sputters & dies out. I got a new fuel pump less than a year ago. It is a non manufacture pump & was pricey. First I replaced the fuel filter, that worked.Then we put a new starter in (that wasnt the problem).After that I replaced the crank shaft censor; that worked for a few days. Then It did ... Read More
That is true, they don't cover it over 70,000 miles. There was recenty a lawsuit was won, where they now have to cover it to 80,000 miles here is the link http://www.speedometersettlement.com/ It is too bad a lawsuit is required when GMC knows they have a defect. Our Volvo had an issue and they voluntarily extended the warranty on the part to 10 years or 200,000 miles. Too bad GM does ... Read More
2003 Chevy Silverado 1500
Written by: pamcrabb on Apr 22, 2009 9:55:54 AM
I called our Chevrolet dealer and asked about the recall and was told that it was for vehicles that were 70000 miles and below. Well mine is over 100000 miles and the speedometer went to 120 for a day and then the next day it apprears to be ok. I haven't checked the mileage yet with my garmin to make sure that it is correct now.
Written by: startsmart on Aug 29, 2008 10:47:19 PM
We had the same grinding noise this week on our '04 Silverado 1500. Inner right rear pad was worn down metal to metal. The other 3 pads in great shape. Repair place had a copy of chevy bulletin 00-05-23-005B, dated May 27, 2003 explaining this problem affecting trucks from 1999-2004. Both GMC & Silverado half tons. Excessive wear to right inner pad caused by mud being slung from front to rear ... Read More
I have a 2003 chevy 1500 hd 6.0 litre,..w/ 93k miles...It is overheating quickly, i can start it cold and in 5 minutes its overheated,..The engine does not miss or run rough,it runs very smooth,The service engine light isnt on...There isnt any water in the oil, The water pump and thermostat are new,..the radiator looks very clean,..I cant find any water leaking from the block, heads or intake..And its not the ... Read More
I have a 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 Classic. In January I will be leaving for Tennessee in the mountains...My rear end is basic and one wheel is always spinning in the rain.. What can I do to get better performance in the snow/rain/sleet. Other than using chains only when necessary. Should I look at changing the rear end/differential to a positive traction? My truck is in new condition and only has ... Read More
The vehicle sounds like its msrp would be around 34000. Since an 07 used probably wholesales for about 13000+ less, (check on kbb.com,nada.com) 10000 off a new one would be around what you want off. (and a good deal) The dodge ram 1500 msrp 38000 regularly sells for 12000+ off. (a mediocre deal considering its hi msrp and 07 used wholesale ) and can be had for more off. It has ... Read More
Never owned a Chevy, BUT....
Written by: hpspringer on Apr 17, 2008 6:28:25 PM
Currently driving a 2003 Ram 1500 with towing option and towing the max at 8500 pounds. With 100k miles and moving to a slightly larger towing load, I just started looking. Today at a Dodge/Chevy (small southern town) I came across this: 2007 (new) Silverado 2500HD 2WD (that's all I need since I am 100% highway) LWB with: -5 year/100k Drive Train warranty -2LT and Power Option package -4 door Crew ... Read More
I am not sure its the front rotors and calipers ...are a problem.. but rather the symptom. I have put new rear calipers from SSBC on my 2003 GMC Sierra, not sure it matters what type, but rather the rear calipers are swapped for something that works. I also added brake SS-lines. I drive in Boston traffice weekly and have for about 35-45k miles on top of the 45k i had ... Read More
Re: '99 Sierra 1500 Dash / Gauge Goofiness [sqhd8]
Written by: cwinters on Jan 20, 2007 5:50:26 PM
Yes there is a problem with the gauge clusters on GM cars and trucks from about 1995 and up. As far as I could tell there is no recall. I would add that the problem is not only with GM but most other cars that have electronic dashes. The fix is to have your gauge cluster rebuilt. I have a 2003 Chevy Silverado. My gas gauge just went out. Every time ... Read More
Written by: fathergoose on Jan 18, 2007 5:37:43 PM
I have a code code 1637 L generator circuit. I replaced the alternator, Code came back. Jumped a wire directly from the ecu to the generator, for the voltage signal, cause I tought It could be short somewhere. The code still came back. Does anyone have experience with that perticular code?
Well, it sure is great to be on a message board with "real" chevy lovers. Anyway, I have a 1999 silverado 1500 with 160,000 miles. I've only had two problems with it in the past 6+ years, and those are replacing the transmission and brakes, everything else works perfectly, and I have driven this thing hard. Besides Fords have been known to have problems within just a few days after they ... Read More
I recently baught a 2003 Silverado 1500DH, 4X4, 6.0L, Crew with a 3.73 rear end and the trailering option. It's my first Chevy truck and I love it, but I have noticed that it has the roughest ride of any 4X4 I have ever ridden in. I realize the importance and merits of a stiff suspenstion in an off road vehicle, but I have owned other 4X4s with comparable towing capacity ... Read More
Used 2003 Silverado 2500HD LS: Warranty
Written by: cathmac on Sep 27, 2005 11:00:01 AM
I have a follow up to my previous posting, # 688, as noted at the end of that posting, but not in the Title, I am looking for advice on what to do for an extended Warranty. One option I didn't outline, but am considering, is to get a shorter term such as 3 years / 36K miles just to get me through the first couple of years but with the ... Read More
2003 Silverado 4WD
Written by: dano4 on Apr 29, 2005 4:59:27 AM
Had 2003 Silverado 4WD with small V8 and automatic transmission. This truck had a nasty clunk in the transmission anytime it did a 2-3 or 3-2 shift without first shifting into first gear. Went to 2 dealers, both said it was normal. Drove a brand new truck and, sure enough, it had the same noise. Kept this piece of junk from date when new for four months then bought a new ... Read More
have a 2003 chevy silverado 1500 z71, i get a clunk when shifting between 2nd and 3rd whether up shift or down shift. took it to the dealer and they lubed the yoke and checked download to see what rpm it is shifting. trouble still there maybe not as loud, but still there. very agravating. any help?
I ordered one from my dealer in California on 12/15/2003. I was advised they would go into production at the Ontario, Canada plant starting after the New Year's holiday. Chevy's media website http://www.media.gm.com/division/chevrolet/ has press releases stating the msrp's and also states first ones would begin to arrive at dealers by end of January. I chose a Z71 model loaded with all but the DVD system and engine block heater. Hopefully ... Read More
Hello: In the next few days I will be buying a 2003 Z71 (4x4)Silverado Ext Cab 6'5" box with a 5.3 litre and a 3.73 rear end.($6000 in incentives and $2000 GM points; Canadian dollars mind you but still enticing). At the end of the month I will be driving to Northern Ontario, approx 5000KM (3000 miles)return. I will be carrying four adult passengers and approx. 500 lbs. in gear and ... Read More
Written by: porno4parrotts on Aug 8, 2003 2:40:23 PM
I have had good luck so far except for the A/C sensor. My a/c went out because of a defective sensor that was replaced. Now is cold a/c once it was replaced. My others are experiencing the same problem. Call your dealer and ask about the sensor that plugs into the canister off the passenger side fire wall in the engine compartment. My tranny also clunks. I was told not to ... Read More
Written by: troubleshooter on Feb 11, 2003 8:23:04 AM
I recently purchased a 2003 1500 series silverado Ex-cab 4 wheel drive truck to replace my 2001 Gmc sierra. Both trucks have the same Z-71 package and the only difference is that the gmc had firestone tires and the chevy has bridgestones. The ride on my 2001 gmc was significantly better than my new silverado. Could the tires be the difference? Anyone have any idea why?? Thanks DAVE
New Truck
Written by: 95tahoe on Jan 27, 2003 5:06:37 PM
Just got home from the dealer after picking up my new 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT w/Z71 Ext. Cab SWB 4X4. I ordered the vehicle and waited a little over 3 weeks for it to come in. Sold my 95 Chevy Tahoe in 10 days via AutoTrader.com. Nice truck so far!
Obyone, You crack me up as usual. It does not surprise me that the Tundra is rated as a 'Tonka'. LOL dch0300, Sorry about that... it was not intentional.. so here is my revised list.... Ford F-150 - Cos I have one (well Supercrew F-150) GMC Sierra 1500 - Nice new redesign for 2003. Chevy Silverado 1500 - I had one w/probs. Still a nice truck. Dodge Ram 1500 - Do ... Read More
Hey Guys, I have been reading this tread for awhile. Today, I picked up a 2003 Silverado 1500 Ext. Cab truck. Never driven a Chevy in this style. Guess what, I got the shake. It's not really a skake, but a jiggle. Kind of like jello hit with a spoon. I couldn't believe it!! It's not really that bad, though. I only got it on cement roads, not the cheapo asphalt ... Read More
I have been considering purchasing a 2002 Silverado Ext Cab 1500 pickup for quite some time. I have always thought that GM makes the best truck, mechanically, and figured that the old boys in Detroit just need to hire a creative artist so they can now make a good looking truck. Looking at the 2003 model they must still be interviewing for the position as it looks like they just stole ... Read More
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