1996 GMC Jimmy Consumer Discussions

GMC Jimmy Fuel System

• Re: Fuel leak!!! [97jimmy4dr]

  Written by: 340sport on Jan 1, 2009 4:17:40 PM

  I have a 1996 GMC jimmy and noticed fuel smell and fuel dripping on the ground. Your problem will be corrosion and pinholes in the fuel line likely just in front of the rear tire at the frame rail where it runs. Basically had to take it to my mechanic who replaced a portion of the rusted fuel line. This will resolve your problem.

GMC Jimmy 4WD Problems

• Re: 1996 GMC JIMMY 4x4 [deancs]

  Written by: kingstonsman53 on Jul 7, 2011 5:22:06 PM

  Hey that grinding sound may be your front trans axle shaft bearing. worth a check

• Re: 1996 GMC JIMMY 4x4 [deancs]

  Written by: deancs on Jan 18, 2011 7:24:54 PM

  Maybe im partially engaged. Something is odd. ??

• 1996 GMC JIMMY 4x4

  Written by: deancs on Jan 18, 2011 6:52:54 PM

  I have been thoroughly reading these question and answers but iv yet seen the problem that im experiencing. It seems like these jimmys have a lot of components that the 4x4 requires, to function properly. But here is the question to all experienced. FYI--I own 96 gmc jimmy 4door 4.3vortec.--- As i drive in 2wd it performs fine until speeds over 50mph or when i hit a bump or pothole, sometimes ... Read More

GMC Jimmy Fuel System

• 1996 jimmy keeps shutting off.....

  Written by: bhill44460 on Jul 23, 2010 9:44:29 PM

  my 1996 gmc jimmy keeps shutting off, after replacing the fuel pump, and filter and coil pack it is still doing the same thing.. seems like it does it more around a half tank or less but it will do it witha full tank if i drive it more than 20-25 miles.. when it shuts off, it will start right back up but will again die within a couple mins. if ... Read More

GMC Jimmy Climate Control Problems

• ac vent only blows air out of the front window defrost vent

  Written by: jmining on Apr 30, 2010 1:25:16 AM

  I have a 1996 GMC Jimmy. I read that the problem is that there is no vacuum pressure to control the vent selector (its not an electrical control). The fix: typically when this happens it is simply a vacuum line that has disconnected; the problem with these vacuum lines is that they are very easy to remove from the connector nozzles, they're just like the tubing you use for fish tank ... Read More

GMC Jimmy Engine and Performance Problems

• 1996 GMC Jimmy won't stay running HELP

  Written by: cproulx on May 5, 2009 4:48:23 AM

  I just changed the fuel filter on my Jimmy - it ran fine for 2-3 days. Now it will start and run in park but when I put it into gear and give it gas it sputters hesitates and stalls out. Anyone have any ideas?

GMC Jimmy 4WD Problems

• 95 Jimmy no 4 wheel drive. Cable?

  Written by: kozman1 on Nov 19, 2008 3:10:12 PM

  Hi, My 4 wheel drive will not work on my 1995 GMC jimmy. Mechanic said it was the cable. I have no idea, so I go on the intenet and buy a ACDELCO US 15721261 Trans Shift Cable 4wd ; 4-speed At (m30) ; Chevrolet (x88) ; Gmc (z88); Years:1995-1996; Per Car Qty:1; from Bestvalueautoparts. You quessed it WRONG cable. My mechanic said the cable is about 18" to 24" long. ... Read More

• 1995 Jimmy No 4-wheel drive ...Cable?

  Written by: kozman1 on Nov 19, 2008 10:52:46 AM

  Hi, My 4 wheel drive will not work on my 1995 GMC jimmy. Mechanic said it was the cable. I have no idea, so I go on the intenet and buy a ACDELCO US 15721261 Trans Shift Cable 4wd ; 4-speed At (m30) ; Chevrolet (x88) ; Gmc (z88); Years:1995-1996; Per Car Qty:1; from Bestvalueautoparts. You quessed it WRONG cable. My mechanic said the cable is about 18" to 24" long. ... Read More

Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Spark plugs, 1996 GMC Jimmy [friend2]

  Written by: duntov on Aug 20, 2008 4:58:02 PM

  The 3.4L Chevrolet V6 is very limited to performance up-grades. It was about optimum in performance when it left the factory. The exhaust system is very good and the ignition system is excellent. The S10/S15 Blazer/Jimmy fuel injection system can support up to 300 HP without any modification. Use a premimum NAPA distributor cap with brass electrodes. The AC Delco distributor cap is equipped with aluminum electrodes which will oxidize and ... Read More

• Re: Spark plugs, 1996 GMC Jimmy [jlflemmons]

  Written by: friend2 on Aug 20, 2008 4:35:04 PM

  Thanks for your input. I am looking on how to improve the gas mileage and performance. Are there other things we can do ourselves to the engine? Any additives that actually work out there as well?

• Re: Spark plugs, 1996 GMC Jimmy [jlflemmons]

  Written by: johnss10 on Aug 20, 2008 4:25:40 PM

  Also, get a good brand cap and rotor, like Delco. The house brand ones don't last very long.

• Re: Spark plugs, 1996 GMC Jimmy [friend2]

  Written by: jlflemmons on Aug 19, 2008 8:56:03 PM

  It's a Chevy engine, and the plugs are under the exhaust manifolds instead of above. Most are easy to get to, except the #3. That's the middle plug on the drivers side. Easiest way to get that one out is to disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gearbox and move the shaft out of the way an inch or so. Be sure and put platinum tip plugs back in. They ... Read More

• Spark plugs, 1996 GMC Jimmy

  Written by: friend2 on Aug 19, 2008 5:47:44 PM

  I recently bought a '96 Jimmy for my son. We have been looking at fuel economy and I thought we should look at the spark plugs to see what kind of shape they are in. This is a 4 x 4 with 87600 miles on it. I am embarrassed to say I could not trace down the spark plugs. I need someone to tell me where they are located at on ... Read More

GMC Jimmy Engine and Performance Problems

• help

  Written by: jensjimmy on Apr 15, 2008 9:45:08 AM

  hey, so I have a 1996 gmc jimmy 4x4. my boyfriend just finished taking the engine out and replacing the rear seal. when he put it all together it was starting to have issues starting. I would have to start it 4 times for it to finnally go. so besides that it was working great. now I was driving home from work yesterday and it was stalling like every 2 blocks. ... Read More

GMC Jimmy Starting and Stalling Problems

• won,t start

  Written by: jerry57 on Jan 20, 2008 10:01:16 AM

  1996 gmc jimmy 4.3 vortec yes drove it to store last night run fine. got in it just morning to sart it,turn the key on spun the starter tried to start at first. then it just started to spin and would not fire up. sprayed ethier in it and poured gas in thru the throttle body but still would not fire up.any suggestions

GMC Jimmy Misfiring, Backfiring, Spark Plugs

• Misfire Issue

  Written by: vicedetective on Jul 13, 2007 12:16:31 PM

  So here is the lay out. I have 1996' GMC Jimmy that has a misfire problem, its the #6 cylinder. I stared with the simple things. I changed my plugs and plug wires, changed my o2 sensors, changed my fuel filter and now just at a loss. I dont really have to much loss of power at the gas petal, sometimes a small delay when hitting the gas at a red ... Read More

Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy Electrical Problems

• Re: blazer hatch wont open [softtail]

  Written by: really_m on Mar 31, 2007 7:23:48 AM

  I had this problem on my 1996 GMC Jimmy and have fixed it for the 2nd time today without buying anything from GM. A piece of plastic (blue in my Jimmy) attached to the solenoid breaks where it attaches to a lever that works the hatch release. My fix has been to use a nylon tie to hook the solenoid back to the lever (I read about this on-line somewhere when ... Read More

High Mileage Jimmy

• High Mileage Jimmy

  Written by: pre2mile on Mar 18, 2007 5:11:15 PM

  Hey all. This is my first post, so I will try and be down to the point. I am looking at a 1996 AWD GMC Jimmy 4Dr. with 190,000 miles. I took it for a test drive and it drove very well actually. The private seller is asking 2,400. He has put the past 80,000 miles on it in the past 4 years and has recipts for stuff such as heater ... Read More

GMC Jimmy Engine Codes

• Engine code 440 - Evaporative Emmissions

  Written by: bgroulx on Dec 16, 2006 9:29:18 AM

  I own a 1996 GMC Jimmy. For the past 3 months, I regularly (once every 2 weeks?) get a engine warning light resulting in code 440. Initially, I was advised maybe it's just a bad batch of fuel or tightness of fuel cap. Obviously after so many repeats, this is not the problem. So I don't get hosed going to a mechanic right off the bat, what would be the causes ... Read More

Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy Maintenance and Repair

• Engine Noise

  Written by: franklim on May 17, 2006 6:32:28 PM

  Got a 1996 GMC Jimmy with 98k miles a few weeks ago. It started making an engine noise this weekend. It started out faint, then got louder the further I drove up the street. It sounded very similar to a serpentine belt that is comming apart and slapping around under the hood. Back home, I took the belt off and started the engine. Unfortunately, it still made the same noise. Using ... Read More

• How do I program my keyless entry remote

  Written by: fast72ss on May 2, 2006 7:03:33 PM

  1996 gmc jimmy thanks

• Oil Cooler Lines?

  Written by: few2 on Dec 12, 2005 5:40:21 PM

  I have a 1995 GMC Jimmy 4WD and have leaky oil cooler line, not the one that goes underneath towards the transmission but the one that goes to the radiator. I cannot find this part or a part number anywhere, the closest thing I could find online was an "oil cooler pipe" for a 1996 Jimmy which from what I can tell looks like the part I need. The only one ... Read More

• Please Help

  Written by: nfamous on Jul 17, 2005 4:58:32 PM

  I just bought a 1996 gmc Jimmy for a second vehicle. It already had an antifreeze leak. Turns out it was the water pump. Fixed that! Eversence I fixed the water pump the truck will stall while in idle, park and will start revving itself up while being driven. I have not been able to use the vehicle for months and need to be able to diagnose the problem. I have ... Read More

• Re: where in the heck is the blower motor??? [alcan]

  Written by: ktmfreak99 on Jun 24, 2005 7:25:49 AM

  sorry......it is a 1996 GMC Jimmy SLT 4x4 4.3L

• 1996 Jimmy electrical problem?

  Written by: dhoneybuny on Apr 29, 2005 8:24:28 AM

  I have a 1996 GMC Jimmy. I bought her new and have put 127,000 + miles on her. She is a gem. However, for the last 27,000 miles the electric windows have been acting up. The front passenger window will sometimes cause the dome light to flash when it is going up or down, and sometimes the dome light stays on (have had a drained battery from this). The driver window ... Read More

Chevy Blazer/GMC Jimmy

• Mysterous Break Squeak

  Written by: astern1 on Apr 23, 2005 9:48:07 AM

  I have a 1996 GMC Jimmy. Recently I have been getting a squeak out of the rear wheels when the car is cold and I begin driving. It STOPS if I press the breaks lightly. Sometimes the queaking stops quickly. Other times it lasts quite a while. I'd like to have an idea of what this is before I take it to a mechanic. I'd appreciate any advice.

Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy Maintenance and Repair

• recall info

  Written by: spoom on Aug 9, 2003 2:09:22 PM

  a while back in this thread there was discussion about driver door fires from the lock/window/mirror assy. I see that it finally went to the recall stage so if you haven't had the update here is the info: General Motors Corporation Models: Chevrolet Blazer Year: 1997 GMC Jimmy Year: 1997 Chevrolet Astro Year: 1998 GMC Safari Year: 1998 Chevrolet C/K Series Year: 1998 GMC C/K Series Year: 1998 Chevrolet Suburban Year: ... Read More

Chevy Blazer/GMC Jimmy

• 45k miles going strong

  Written by: psychoindian on Nov 29, 2002 10:26:39 PM

  Hey guys, I'm only 17 and got the 2001 GMC Jimmy for the duration of my parents lease since my dad got a company car. I absolutely love this car. NO PROBLEMS besides major break squeak at 30k miles. It went away after 4k miles of driving (strange)...this is a great car, but when it's windy watch out and hold on. The 4wd is great, and the 4wd LOW is awesome ... Read More

Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy Maintenance and Repair

• 1996 GMC Jimmy SLE

  Written by: chomz78 on Jul 9, 2002 7:54:47 AM

  I realize that this is the forum for problems, and it becomes depressing. I've owned this truck since 1997. I've put on 85000 miles since then, for a total of 106000 miles. THe truck runs as nicely and as smoothly as it did in 1997. It did need a timing arm for the engine belt, and ball-joint (common problem under warranty). I've had minor problems with the Thermostat ( no heat ... Read More

• Ball Joint Recall for abc246

  Written by: poisondartfrog on Feb 4, 2002 9:04:17 PM

  NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 01I018000 Component: SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM UPPER:BALL JOINT Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. Year: 1997 Make: CHEVROLET TRUCK Model: BLAZER Recall Date: 01/07/2002 Type of Report: Vehicle Potential Number of Units Affected: Manufactured: / - / Defect Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1996-1997 4-WHEEL DRIVE CHEVROLET BLAZER, ... Read More

Chevy Blazer/GMC Jimmy

• Freon and tension pulleys

  Written by: rich105 on Apr 3, 2001 4:52:24 PM

  I own a used 1996 GMC Jimmy SLE 4-door. I've got 86,000 miles on it and it holds up very well. My only problem is that the A/C is beginning to fail and I recently had the tension pulley replaced (I'm glad it came off in the parking lot instead of the highway). A friend of mine has a Jimmy similar to my own but he's having problems with leaking oil, ... Read More

• GMC Jimmy - Problems..Problems..Problems

  Written by: crod59701 on Mar 1, 2001 9:16:34 PM

  After 25 yrs. of Japanese vehicles, my husband convinced me to "Buy American." So bought a brand new fully loaded 1996 GMC Jimmy SLT. It worked pretty well for about 25,000 miles. Service engine soon light would come on periodically. The manual referenced "emissions", so basically ignored it as it would usually go off in a day or two. Well, put $2000 transmission in at 45,000 miles. New thermostat and fan ... Read More