2001 GMC Safari Consumer Discussions

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

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

Written by: spike99 on Mar 05, 2009 10:51 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 ... Read More...

Safari heat problem

Safari heat problem

Written by: sammycastagna on Mar 01, 2009 10:30 AM

I thought I had a bad thermostat at the beginning of this heating season. This Safari is a 2001 with 64000 miles. I put in a new thermostat flushed the system. Replaced the heater control valve, no luck. Ordered a new heater core had it installed. No luck. Took it back to shop they replaced all bad vacuum hoses took nipple out that feeds heater core said all look good ... Read More...

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

GMC Safari/Astro p0300 missing at 55mph

Written by: dsiever on Aug 11, 2008 09:56 AM

Hi everyone, I am having a problem with my 2001 Safari Van. I keep getting the p0300 engine code. I can feel the engine is missing but this is only evident once I get to about 55mph or faster and I maintain a constant speed. Once I feel the engine missing, I can accellerate and the miss disappears. I have replaced the distributor, distributor cap, ignition wires, spark ... Read More...

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Real World MPG

Re: P1870 [jouls]

Written by: spike99 on Jul 17, 2008 06:36 PM

A few years back, I got the transmisison rebuilt in my 2001 AWD Safari van. Before taxes, it cost $1,200 - canadian dollars. Not too sure how much they charge in your specific region. Might be worth calling a few tranny shops in your area. If wondering, my van lost 2nd and "R" gears. It only has 1st and 3rd. Thus, completed removal and rebuild - with a special kit. Your ... Read More...

Re: [antique_maggie]

Written by: spike99 on Jul 07, 2008 09:39 PM

We have a 2001 AWD Safari van. Based on its DIC (Display Information Center), it gets between 8-14 mpg while towing a 4,000 lbs Travel Trailer, 14-22 mpg while hauling a family of 5 with minor internal cargo and with internal light cargo with 2 adults, our van gets a consistant gets 22-25 mpg. If wondering, my van has 3.42 gearing and it did have P215/75R/15 rubber ... Read More...

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro Electrical Issues

Re: Brake and ABS lights. [egillett]

Written by: spike99 on Jun 22, 2008 08:22 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, ... Read More...

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

Wet Carpet!

Written by: hulscher on Jun 09, 2008 08:46 PM

We have a 2001 GMC Safari and the whole entire pad from the back of the van to the front of it are SOAKED! We took a 6 hour trip this weekend to MN when we noticed we have a GREAT BIG problem! My husband has torn everything out, all of the seats, carpet and pad. Where should we start to look for the leaks? We know that the seal/weather stripping has to be replaced in the back ... Read More...

GMC Safari wont start after intake job, cleaned poppets.

Written by: rene007 on Apr 02, 2008 00:43 PM

I found a coolant leak on my 2001 Safari and I decided to chek it out. Found out it was the intake gaskets. I went ahead and took it apart to replace them and clean everything out. I used throttle body and intake cleaner on the injectors or poppets. When I put it back together, it would not start, only crank. Checked fuel pressure, had 56 psi and spark. Both present. I ... Read More...

Buying a Used Safari

Re: 2000 Safari, good buy for family of 8 or not? [spike99]

Written by: spike99 on Feb 04, 2008 05:12 PM

For more details about design "weak spots" (sort of speaking) on the Astor/Safari brand, surf the Astro/Safari contents within: http://www.apa.ca/template.asp?DocID=23#General%20Motors ------------------ GENERAL MOTORS Chevrolet Astro, GMC Safari If you intend to keep the vehicle for a long time, replace the unreliable steering and suspension ... Read More...

GMC Safari/Chevy Astro

1998 GMC Safari ownership

Written by: fortee9er on Feb 25, 2007 10:21 AM

I bought a 1998 GMC Safari with 49k miles on January 2001 for #12K. It is a 2wd model and it is fully loaded. It now has 109k miles and during this time I've had the following major problems: 1- paint peeled off in sheets from the roof and hood. 2- a/c system had to be replaced twice (leaky compressor). 3- a/c still leaks but a lower rate. There have other smaller problems ... Read More...