1995 GMC Safari Consumer Discussions

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Starting/Stalling/Idling Problems

• 1995 GMC Safari Not Running Smothly

  Written by: irish_john on May 18, 2010 3:38:58 PM

  Hi all, I'm a new kid on the block, Just joined today............. What I would like to know is if any you guys out there be so kind as to give me some advice about my 1995 GMC Safari? I found her running very bad with regards power, she would take off ok but after she change into top gear she seems to lack in power, and also I have notice ... Read More

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

• Re: can I lift my 99' Astro? [dlm1954]

  Written by: spike99 on Mar 5, 2009 10:51:05 PM

  . Early 95 model and older of Astro/Safari vans had single fiberglass leaf system. Mid 1995 and newer years (like my 2001 van), their factory build was 3 leaf steel spring system. For early 1995 and older leaf spring conversion kits, surf: http://www.stengelbros.com/SteelReplacementSprings.htm For 1999 AWD, one can install +1 leaf (mid length leaf) in the rear. This firms up the rear's suspension but it also lifts the van's rear 1.5". ... Read More

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Electrical Problems

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari that has no spark. [falconjim]

  Written by: 1998lincoln on Dec 14, 2009 8:45:41 PM

  Not sure, but I have seen the computer,cause a "N0 Spark"!">

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari Radio Clock [rabarrett]

  Written by: hy4woj on Dec 7, 2009 8:20:25 AM

  Thanks, I found that the problem was an internal short in the stock radio. I replaced the radio and haven't had the problem since.

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari that has no spark. [falconjim]

  Written by: captainjerry on Sep 28, 2008 10:15:11 AM

  My 2000 GMC Safari had the same problem, The dealer replaced the Crank Sensor and found wires in the bundle that had heated up and fused themselves together. However, after over $1500 in money paid to the dealer, when they restored the spark, they found that that the Autozone Spark plug wires, when sprayed with a water mist while the motor was running, lit up like a christmas tree. They replaced ... Read More

• Re: Brake and ABS lights. [egillett]

  Written by: spike99 on Jun 22, 2008 8:22:32 PM

  Thanks for your concern.... For your records, there's a known problem with the ABS system on the Astro/Safari vans. There's an official TSB but NO recall. Still amazes me why no formal recall. For details.... Bottom line is... Defector sensor (which needs to be replaced) or the existing sensor is too "rusted up" to work properly... ----------------- .... Basically, dirty sensor mounting surfaces cause the signal to drop out at low ... Read More

GMC Safari Codes

• GMC Safari Codes

  Written by: flatmike on Nov 9, 2009 1:43:09 PM

  Does anyone have a list of the GMC Safari Codes Especially for code "12" for a 1995 GMC Safari Van

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Electrical Problems

• 1995 GMC Safari that has no spark.

  Written by: falconjim on May 18, 2008 5:18:08 PM

  Hello, we have a 1995 GMC Safari that isn't getting any spark. The ignition module checked good, and we replaced the pickup coil. and still we can't get any spark? If anyone has had this same problem, and knows what the problem is, or has any suggestions, please email me. Thanks, Jim.

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Transmission Problem

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari RWD [vernon1978]

  Written by: safarifan on Nov 17, 2008 9:59:05 AM

  Hello Vernon...I had a 1995 Safari, the EGR Valve and the Radiator gave me problems. I had the radiator repaired, but couldn't afford the EGR valve, so I was told to have the engine cleaned, which I did. After that, it began to blow white smoke, but a friend at work, who also owned a 1995, told me to invest in a tank of High Test gas, to clean the engine ... Read More

• 1995 GMC Safari RWD

  Written by: vernon1978 on Sep 30, 2008 5:55:11 AM

  i have a 95 Safari it runs good for about 10 mins then i lose power to the motor sounds like crap after i park it for a hour then i can drive it agen for nother 10 mins then the same what should i do

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

• High then low idle, stalling, smelly catalytic converter, oil leakage

  Written by: logomatrix on Aug 29, 2008 4:50:10 PM

  hi, I have a 1995 GMC Safari, in the past, my service engine light has come on and the van would seem to miss (chug a bit) going down the road, it quit and the light went off for nearly 6 months, just about 2 weeks ago, the same thing.. Service Engine Soon light comes on occasionally and I could smell the catalytic converter, now it's idling crappy (idles high, nearly ... Read More

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Electrical Problems

• 1995 GMC Safari that has no spark.

  Written by: falconjim on May 18, 2008 5:18:08 PM

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Real World MPG

• gmc safari

  Written by: partyd on Feb 21, 2008 3:24:53 PM

  1995 GMC cargo van vortec 4.3 engine new spyder injector hooker headers,new Y connection 3'' new tubes to the back in 3'' a Flowmaster 40 and 285-40-17 tires 5 speed auto tranny i have a little over 100k 21MPG CITY 25 MPG HIGHWAY @ 70 mph going to Miami this van is fast sometimes i race people on the streets if i do that i only get about 10 miles to ... Read More

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Electrical Problems

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari Radio Clock [hy4woj]

  Written by: vanman18 on Jan 19, 2008 8:10:43 AM

  I have a 1996 AWD Safari. The battery in it started draining over night. I had the battery and the charging system checked. I inspected every part of the wiring harness I could see without tearing the van apart. I checked for shorts in the fuse box with my volt meter and found one somewhere in the interior lights. They all work, so I was stumped. So I installed a battery ... Read More

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari Radio Clock [hy4woj]

  Written by: rabarrett on Oct 25, 2007 4:45:55 PM

  Normally, the clock should continue to run, but the display should go dark when the key is removed from the cylinder. 250 ma, or .25 amps is excessive, regardless of the vehicle in question. This can drain the battery, and can permanently damage the battery. Try disconnecting the fuses for the clock and the radio, and check for the drain again. It is possible that there is a connection problem on ... Read More

• 1995 GMC Safari Radio Clock

  Written by: hy4woj on Jan 20, 2007 1:17:57 PM

  Hello all, I was wondering if any of you guys knew whether the radio clock in a 1995 Safari should remain on even when the van is off. I don't remember it staying on before. Basically I have to jump my van off every two days because after sitting up for a couple of days, the battery is totally dead. Now the radio clock only draws .25amps, that shouldn't kill a ... Read More

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

• Re: fuel pump problems [fixitrod]

  Written by: electricdesign on Dec 5, 2006 8:20:27 PM

  Replying to: electricdesign (Dec 04, 2006 6:48 am) Thanks for the reply. This is a GMC SAfari V6 with 260000 1995 with Auto tranny. I have posted info on the Safari site and responses ran out as to what to try. When the key is turned the van makes a sound of the engine trying to start . I can see the belts turning and this has been described to me ... Read More

• I love my GMC Safari .... Please help with any hints

  Written by: jun123 on Nov 25, 2006 12:09:36 AM

  I have a 1995 gmc safari... they recently change water pump, gas pump and fuel filter but now its leaking gas down the exhaust.... does any one know why this is happening .... my van its been parked on my drive way for too long now and i miss it very much i need to get it running again before starts snowing please if anyone knows i will appreciate any recomendations.... ... Read More

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Starting/Stalling/Idling Problems

• have problems my van its leaking gas

  Written by: jun123 on Nov 13, 2006 4:53:53 PM

  I have a 1995 gmc safari... they recently change water pump, gas pump and filter but now its leaking gas down the exhaust.... does any one know why this is happening .... my van its been parked on my drive way for too long now and i miss it very much i need to get it running again before starts snowing please if anyone knows i will appreciate any recomendations.... i ... Read More

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

• 1995 Safari (MATUREST) IN IRELAND.

  Written by: johno1964 on Jun 25, 2006 1:55:44 PM

  Hello guys, My name is john and im from Northern Ireland, And i just bought a 1995 GMC Safari Maturest Limited Edition. Having just owned my pride and joy for 5 weeks now, I have to say i get some looks when driving around the streets of Belfast!! and boy she realy does turn heads with her BIG red GMC Badge on the front grill, and that gun-metal paintwork shinning so ... Read More

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari 4.3L 4L60-E VIN W [jdegenhart]

  Written by: nextlevel on Jul 31, 2005 4:26:27 PM

  Hello! I an new to the forum and I hope you guys can tell me where to get the info I need. I hate to butt in on the conversation but I was not sure where to start. I have a 1987 astro van and the four bolts in the steering column that hold the tilt u-joint in place have worked loose. I was able to get to two of them ... Read More

• 1995 GMC Safari 4.3L 4L60-E VIN W

  Written by: jdegenhart on Jul 31, 2005 2:50:28 PM

  Symptom = rough ide in park, terrible idle in gear. Very good engine performance as soon as it builds to about 2K RPM. Oil Pressure at idle is 30, 60 at 2K RPM. Only Code 12 (of course) and 83 is thrown. Would the bad TTC PWM Solenoid make the van run rough, or is their no relation between a bad idle and this solenoid?? Thanks, James

• 1995 GMC Safari VIN W Code 83

  Written by: jdegenhart on Jul 25, 2005 3:08:52 PM

  I have been chasing codes and repairing the components that would trigger a code. The only code (other that 12) left is... Problem: Code 83 - TCC PWN Solenoid Circuit Fault Rough idle in neutral, almost dies when put into gear. Excessive vibration There is no terminal F wire present at the ALDL so I couldn't check for voltage there. I checked the fuse for "Gages" and I see voltage across ... Read More

• Re: 1995 GMC Safari VIN W [jdegenhart]

  Written by: hategm on Jul 24, 2005 5:47:12 PM

  You might want to look at a Chilton's manual. I know they made them up in til 1997. I've got an AWD 2000 Astro. No books written. Problem I fixed today was thanks to this site. Its nice to have AC on 104°F day since the damn windows will not roll down on passager side. Found the fix but with AC now, Who needs to roll the window down? Good luck. ... Read More

• 1995 GMC Safari VIN W

  Written by: jdegenhart on Jul 24, 2005 4:09:11 PM

  I have been chasing codes and repairing the components that would trigger a code. The only code (other that 12) left is... Problem: Code 83 - TCC PWN Solenoid Circuit Fault Rough idle in neutral, almost dies when put into gear. Excessive vibration There is no terminal F wire present at the ALDL so I couldn't check for voltage there. I checked the fuse for "Gages" and I see voltage across ... Read More

• GMC "Vortec" designation years... (Astro guidance...)

  Written by: riccd2001 on Jul 17, 2004 5:53:16 AM

  This probably applies to Astros and a few other Chevys... From 1992 to 1994 GMC Safaris were available with L35 engines that produced 200 HP @ 4400 rpm. These so-called "W" series engines were marketed as "Enhanced" or "High Output" V6s and used central port electronic injection for fuel delivery. All were catagorized as "Vortec" V6s. From 1995 to date the SAE Net HP rating was reduced to 190 HP @ ... Read More

• Blue Book Pricing on Conversion Vans

  Written by: thespian55 on Mar 26, 2001 5:43:31 PM

  Does anyone know how to add in pricing for a conversion package when figuring out the price on your conversion van????? Kelley Blue Book doesn't seem to have an option for this. I have a 1995 GMC Safari Autoform conversion from Glaval Corporation (No extended roof). Your help is greatly appreciated. Bill Rains