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Major Problems!

  • Re: Major Problems! [cagleracing]

    Written by: cagleracing on Jan 2, 2012 5:18:13 PM

    One more thing, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Am is the worst car anyone in my family has ever owned. Other than Corvettes, I will no longer purchase any car made by GM. My most recent vehicle was a 2011 Subaru Outback w/ H6 engine. It now has just over 7500 miles and so far it has been a great vehicle for all the things we need it for. Cheers, Steven

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Fuel delivery due to passlock?

    Written by: twd22285 on Dec 16, 2011 9:49:09 PM

    I own a 2003 pontiac grand am. Has the passlock problem ever occurred without the security light coming on? Here is a little history: Had radiator, radiator hoses, heater hoses, and fuel pressure regulator replaced yesterday. Radiator had leak in it and hoses were way overdue for replacement. Fuel pressure regulator was leaking and causing really strong gas odor in cab of car. My mechanic called me and said it was ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Recall for turn signal malfunction

  • same turn signal problem

    Written by: cpeta on Sep 23, 2011 1:23:13 PM

    Hi there, 2003 Pontiac Grand Am..I had the same issue, blinker going crazy when I pushed the blinker arm, until eventually the blinker light went out. Not the bulbs, got an entire new rear light box from a selvage yard and then installed. That was 2 years ago. Now, same problem. In addition, security flashing issue, first happened winter 2010. Led to car being towed and new fuel pump installed so ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Re: 2003 Grand Am Passlock Security [lovemygrandam]

    Written by: pia2some on Sep 3, 2011 2:10:15 PM

    I will try accessing the wires at the BCM. Won't have time to look at that until Monday. We've been the only owners of the car and there's no remote starter. Here's the specs: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE, 3.4L, V6, automatic, standard radio/cd/cassette that came with the car when purchased. I also found this diagram through a link posted earlier in this thread. http://www.bulldogsecurity.com/bdnew/newsite/pictures/instdiagrams/46.jpg

  • Re: 2003 Grand Am Passlock Security [pia2some]

    Written by: lovemygrandam on Sep 3, 2011 1:35:20 PM

    The wiring is the same for the following cars: 1999 - 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 1997 - 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 1999 - 2004 Pontiac Grand Am I am informed by someone who did the mod on a 2000 Saturn that there are slight differences in the wiring. The colors of the wires are different, as follows: Grand Am . | Saturn Yellow . . . . | Yellow Black . . . ... Read More

  • Re: Help with Preferred Fix for 2004 Grand Am [abruc]

    Written by: lovemygrandam on Jul 20, 2011 7:57:49 PM

    Yes, you can use the non-solder fix. The wiring is exactly the same in the two vehicles. It states at the beginning of my article that this fix applies to the following vehicles: 1999 - 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 1997 - 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 1999 - 2004 Pontiac Grand Am These are all Passlock II systems. If you are able to find the wiring bundle with three wires in it, and you ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Service Engine Soon / ABS / Trac Off

  • Lights on dashboard

    Written by: unknown01 on Jun 6, 2011 2:52:57 PM

    It seems like many of these cars are having these problems. I own a 2003 pontiac grand am gt and my ABS, Service Vehicle Soon, and Trac Off lights are on after minutes of turning on my vehicle and driving. What the heck is going on?

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand AM (2.2) RPM Fluctuations [kirktim]

    Written by: whastings on May 30, 2011 10:15:25 PM

    I have a 2002 Grand Am was doing the same thing. We took it to the dealership we bought it from and they said it was a flex pipe in the exhaust and replaced it and a valve. No more surging!

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Re: Information filled link on this subject [judd0081]

    Written by: lovemygrandam on Apr 10, 2011 6:27:22 PM

    The link you furnished is a good reference for many of the GM vehicles listed, however, it only pertains to vehicles that have a separate Anti-theft module. On these cars: 1999 - 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 1997 - 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 1999 - 2004 Pontiac Grand Am The body control module contains the circuitry and brains for the anti-theft system, so the fix for the system is different. On the other hand, ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Maintenance & Repair

  • Re: MANY ODD PROBLEMS WITH 2003 GRAND AM, PLEASE HELP GIVE INSIGHT [djreker]

    Written by: lovemygrandam on Jul 16, 2010 12:41:53 PM

    You are a perfect candidate for a Service Manual A service manual for your Pontiac will give you step by step diagnostics to solve your wiring problems. There really isn't any other way. This is another of those problems that needs to be diganosed in a "hands-on" fashion, but the service manual will give you a tremendous amount of help.

  • Re: MANY ODD PROBLEMS WITH 2003 GRAND AM, PLEASE HELP GIVE INSIGHT [burdawg]

    Written by: choleycole on Jul 16, 2010 6:42:23 AM

    I'm a female drving a 2003 Pontiac GrandAM and am not sure I have been given good advice. My car WAS also idling high at a complete stop when in park. I had someone adjust the idle setting to low. Now it no longer idles high, but acceleration is jerky and very slow now, where before the idler adjustment, it accelerated just fine. Can some one explain where the idle adjustment ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Service Engine Soon / ABS / Trac Off

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand AM (2.2) RPM Fluctuations [kirktim]

    Written by: burdawg on May 24, 2010 9:34:57 PM

    It could be shifting in/out of overdrive, or the torque converter could be locking/unlocking.

  • 2003 Pontiac Grand AM (2.2) RPM Fluctuations

    Written by: kirktim on May 23, 2010 7:02:12 AM

    What will cause the engine as reflected by the RPM gauge to fluctuate while driving at speeds of 55 to 65 mph, where the gauge will intermittently increase to 2,500 then back down to 2,100? The cars powertrain has just over 100k miles, and is absolutely sound otherwise. Other than regular oil changes I have not replaced the fuel filter, pcv valve, or timing belt, and the car has never required ... Read More

  • 2003 Service Engine Soon and Trac Light

    Written by: rachelama on May 13, 2010 12:40:43 PM

    my 2003 pontiac grand am se (2.2 ecotec) occasionally starts shaking, wanting to stall while driving. then my trac off light comes on and then the engine light starts blinking. the car will drive slowly and being to slowly accerlate until it drives properly again and the lights go off. when the speeds slows down it will start the same process again. does anyone know what might this be? we have ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Starting/Stalling Problems

  • 2003 Grand Am starting problem

    Written by: kanddsdad on Apr 12, 2010 1:56:08 PM

    I have a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. I cannot get the car to start on its own. I have changed the fuel pump and the filter with no luck. The car will start If I spray ether in the area of the air cleaner. It will run until it is shut off. Any ideas?

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • 2003 pontiac grand am

    Written by: monet1 on Mar 15, 2010 5:33:39 PM

    After reading all the other postings, i am having similar problems I purchased a used 2003 pontiac grand am which up until 3 months ago have not given me any problems. One day it didn't start until after 2 to 3 tries, when that started I took it back to precision tune for coil change and make sure it wasn't time for a tune up. At that time I got a ... Read More

  • PASSLOCK PASSLOCK PASSLOCK

    Written by: hwyjnke812 on Feb 1, 2010 12:45:23 PM

    My BABY my 2003 PONTIAC GRAND AM which I am absolutely in love with and have had since the day it came off the line has had passlock problems for 4 years now. It is the ONLY problem I have had with it since it's 'birth'. The first time it happened I thought it was a battery problem so I changed the battery...nope didnt work. Then while sitting in her I ... Read More

  • 2005 Pontiac Grand Am SE

    Written by: towguy609 on Jan 10, 2010 7:38:02 AM

    I have seen alot of posts relating to GA's in the 1999-2003 range, but I seem to be having these problems with a 2005 GA, is there any difference in the Passlock system on the later model GA or would the resistor trick work as outlined in here? My car has a remote car starter installed and has been checked over by the shop that installed it to ensure it was ... Read More

  • having troubles

    Written by: rgallaw2 on Dec 7, 2009 2:52:55 PM

    I have tried the reset with the key in the ignition for 10-15 minutes. And the light went off and car still won't start so i let sit again. and tried again it took less time to reset but then still car doesn't start. I checked voltage on the battery it is good. But the lights seem to be very dim. And when the fuel pump kicks in it sounds very ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Wet Floor!

  • Wet Floor

    Written by: sugark5710 on Nov 30, 2009 3:47:40 PM

    I bought a 2003 Pontiac Grand AM - 4 door - in 2007 and it has leaked almost from day one. I have gotten no assistance from the dealership. They told me that they don't work on doors or windows. The water appears to be coming in right where the release latch is for the hood. I can see the water when I open the door. It also appears that water ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Starting/Stalling Problems

  • Grand Am starting problem

    Written by: sloflyer0032 on Nov 9, 2009 12:56:46 PM

    I have a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. Earlier this year it began having starting problems and I learned that the fuel pump was not turning on sometimes when i put the ignition switch to on. (wouldnt hear it) This didnt seem to be a problem since I would just cycle the ignition switch off and on until i heard the fuel pump turn on. However, one day i lost all power ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Re: Had a talk with pontiac [ccsmileybear]

    Written by: lovemygrandam on Oct 17, 2009 10:12:43 AM

    ccsmileybear, I do not believe you need a new key. This thread deals with Pontiac security systems which have the resistor and switches as part of the ignition switch. If your vehicle is between 1999 and 2003, it's likely you don't have a system which relies on a circuit in the ignition key. What year and model is your pontiac? 1. When the car won't start, is the "SECURITY" light flashing? ... Read More

Rear Speaker Replacement

  • Re: Rear Speaker Replacement [pcoz]

    Written by: jman20 on Sep 10, 2009 7:50:28 PM

    go to ebay and look for a seller that goes by the name (thpartslady), or just do a search in ebaymotors for 2003 pontiac grand am rear speakers. I have a 2001 with both rear speakers blown and found them here, I have the monsoon stereo system so the ones I found were brand new and updated for that system. They run $45.00 each but you get free shipping. Good luck ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Security Light

    Written by: tasmanian78 on Jul 14, 2009 9:20:53 AM

    I have a 2003 Pontiac Grand am. So 4 days ago my security light came on just out of nowhere. I turned the car off and turned it back on and the light went off. Well yesterday I was driving down the road and out of no where my car shut off and i had a time trying to get the steering wheel to turn into a driveway to park it. ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am

  • dash/tail lights don't work

    Written by: miszkek on Jun 10, 2009 9:23:33 PM

    I have 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The dash and tail lights stop working one day, I checked all fuses and they are ok. Stop light and blinkers work though. Read somewhere that it might be a multi switch? Anyone knows what is going on? Please help!

Pontiac Grand Am Transmission

  • Re: 2003 pontiac grand am transmission [burdawg]

    Written by: sofi299 on Apr 22, 2009 9:08:25 AM

    Ok. Thnks its not a GT its just a 4 door sedan SE. Great so really the transmission should be the same, do i need to worry about if it is a 4 cyl or 6 cyl. I know that has to do with just the engine but those that effect the transmission as well. I have a 6 cyl.

  • Re: 2003 pontiac grand am transmission [sofi299]

    Written by: burdawg on Apr 22, 2009 7:06:23 AM

    The only difference I'm aware of for those years would be if the donor car was a GT or not, and then the difference would only be in the final drive ratio, which is lower in the GT.

  • 2003 pontiac grand am transmission

    Written by: sofi299 on Apr 22, 2009 6:39:39 AM

    Hello, I have a 03 pontiac grand am se 6cyl and I need a transmission. I have located parts for 1999 and 2001 grand ams. I wanted to know if I could use there transmissions even if it is a little older. Also I am in need of a power steering pump as well, so I would need that too from. Would those year cars work with my car???

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Re: Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems [tommyo1]

    Written by: lovemygrandam on Nov 22, 2008 9:51:07 AM

    Tommy, In message 465 (and 466), you posted some very detailed photos of your connector. On your photo, you can clearly read the pin numbers on the edge of the connector. It appears that your connector is identical to mine, and our yellow wires are indeed on Pin B6, and the black wire you need to use as a ground point for your resistor is on pin A6. The Connector Diagram ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Starting/Stalling Problems

  • 2003 Pontiac Grand Am V6 SE Starting Problems

    Written by: hammerhead912 on Feb 9, 2008 6:48:09 AM

    My pontiac doesn't always want to start. sometimes I have to hold the key much longer to get it started and sometimes it starts just fine and other times it takes 3 times to get it started. I have no idea what may be going on. Also the blinkers work sometimes and sometimes not. Anyone have any ideas.

  • Re: New Stalling Symptoms [jt1987]

    Written by: jimsmyth on Feb 1, 2008 12:50:20 PM

    My son has a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE with the 4 cylinder engine with 58,000 miles on it. The last few years I have been having problems with it but I wont go into all the stuff since most of it has been covered in this thread already to the "T"!. The lastest was 2 days ago. He came home from work in the evening (car was running fine). He ... Read More

  • Electric Ignition Switch

    Written by: hammerhead912 on Apr 17, 2008 7:31:37 PM

    I had been having problems where my 2003 Grand Am SE was not always starting. It always turned over but wouldn't start sometimes. I had a fuel pump replaced because basic tests by mechanics showed there wasn't any fuel pressure and the pump's motor wouldn't always come on when you turned the car on. Well 2 1/2mo. later w/a new fuel pump and the Pontiac dealership trying to figure it out ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Maintenance & Repair

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [screwedbygm]

    Written by: hgosinski on Apr 15, 2008 4:49:58 AM

    Oh I hope I can get in on that. I have a 2002, with low miles, and last year I had my intake maifold replaced...becaus eof that stupid dexcool...It would be nice to ge something out of it. Thanks for the info!

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [screwedbygm]

    Written by: dmartin10 on Apr 12, 2008 10:43:31 AM

    To debjk57-- I have a 2003 GT and last March the same thing happened to me. I ended up spending over $1400.00 to get this fixed. GM is being sued for this problem and there is a class action suit that is supposed to be settled in April or May of 2008. GM was aware of this problem, it stems from the gaskets, which are nylon, giving way to the Dexcool ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Re: Passlock problem [tonyaw]

    Written by: raycorri on Mar 18, 2008 3:00:07 PM

    Read #21: The Quick Way Then read this: How To Install The Toggle Switch Here are photos of how to get to the Yellow Passlock 2 wire on a 2003-2006 Pontiac Grand AM. RADIO BEZEL around the IGNITION SWITCH Radio Bezel loosened from the dash bezel removed IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS wires at the back IGNITION SWITCH wires in the harness PASSLOCK 2 Anti-Theft wires

Pontiac Grand Am Starting/Stalling Problems

  • Re: fuel pump [haroldcramm]

    Written by: hammerhead912 on Feb 17, 2008 8:34:08 AM

    I had to have my fuel pump changed out in my 2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE about 10 months ago and with the labor and everything it was $690. The part itself was almost $400.

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am V6 SE Starting Problems [hammerhead912]

    Written by: stargirl1428 on Feb 14, 2008 4:14:35 PM

    We just had a problem with our 03 Grand Am not starting. We went to get dinner and a half an hour later it wouldn't start. It would turn over and maybe start for about 2 seconds and then die. We ended up having to reset the passlock by putting it in the inginition for 10 minutes and then starting it. It worked, but the mechanic said that it will only ... Read More

  • fuel pump

    Written by: haroldcramm on Feb 11, 2008 5:32:29 AM

    what would it cost for a fuel pump for 2003 pontiac grand am se

Pontiac Grand Am Maintenance & Repair

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [debjk57]

    Written by: screwedbygm on Jan 31, 2008 6:57:22 AM

    Your problems may just be beginning, debjk57, and a 2003 is out of warranty even if mileage does not exceed GM's miserable 36,000. Please review my post No. 239 for lots of sad details. Your coolant leakage/disappearance is almost certainly due to failed intake manifold gaskets. Gradually the rate of leakage will increase until you start getting low coolant dashboard warnings. You may also start seeing some oil consumption between changes ... Read More

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [burdawg]

    Written by: debjk57 on Jan 25, 2008 6:31:49 AM

    No, this is actually the first time we have had to add any.

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [debjk57]

    Written by: burdawg on Jan 24, 2008 8:20:43 PM

    Has it been necessary to add coolant on a regular basis?

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [burdawg]

    Written by: debjk57 on Jan 24, 2008 3:14:50 PM

    It was about an inch or so below the fill line on the reserve tank.

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [debjk57]

    Written by: burdawg on Jan 24, 2008 8:06:02 AM

    How low?

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [gear_head2000]

    Written by: debjk57 on Jan 23, 2008 6:53:34 PM

    I looked at the coolant myself today. It was pink, not discolored. It was low, so my husband put more in the reserve tank. I smelled of it, and could detect a rubbery smell: Maybe a bad gasket?

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [debjk57]

    Written by: gear_head2000 on Jan 23, 2008 8:53:49 AM

    How did the coolant look? My mother-in-law's Grand Prix had this sludge stuff in there, and the level was really low. I don't remember how it smelled. The root of her problem was a blown lower intake manifold gasket (a pretty common problem on the 3.1L V6).

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [burdawg]

    Written by: debjk57 on Jan 23, 2008 7:28:15 AM

    It smells like a dead animal! Its my daughters car, and thats the way she described it.Do you think it could smell that way if the antifreeze is old?

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [debjk57]

    Written by: burdawg on Jan 22, 2008 7:49:41 PM

    What exactly did it smell like?

  • Re: Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am [debjk57]

    Written by: hgosinski on Jan 22, 2008 6:41:10 PM

    Make sure that you don't put regular coolant in it. It uses dexcool.

  • Coolant for 2003 Pontiac Grand Am

    Written by: debjk57 on Jan 22, 2008 4:33:07 PM

    I recently checked the coolant on my 2003 Pontiac Grand Am and it had a terrible smell to it! I was wondering if it needed to be changed, or what kind of coolant should I add to it?

Pontiac Grand Am Service Engine Soon / ABS / Trac Off

  • Re: 2001 Pontiac Grand Am: Service Engine Soon & Trac Off [saidthegirl]

    Written by: jimsmith2354 on Dec 26, 2007 9:58:29 AM

    I had the same lights flashing on my 2003 Grand Am. It all started in wet weather but did not completely go away when it got dry. I have read a lot of posts here and other places, but tried the simple route first - check fuses and connections. I checked the fuses by completely pulling them out - one at a time. While I had them out I coated the ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Security Passlock Problems

  • Re: I hate my car!!! [rkwaldron]

    Written by: lrickley on Dec 1, 2007 8:59:52 AM

    Here is a copy of a problem I had with my Grand Am a few years ago. I sent it all the way up to Pontiac HQ and they wouldn't do jack to help. March 18, 2003 Pontiac - General Motors Customer Assistance Center Dear Sir or Madam: I am the owner of a 2001 Pontiac GrandAm SE1 3400 V6 which I purchased about 2 years ago from Plaza Pontiac GMC ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Electrical/Lighting Problems

  • Re: Help! 2003 Pontiac Grand AM GT-Electrical/Battery problems [grand_am2003]

    Written by: gearr on Nov 23, 2007 2:41:44 PM

    Check the ground strap on the block and frame may be lose and the battery conections Gearr

  • Help! 2003 Pontiac Grand AM GT-Electrical/Battery problems

    Written by: grand_am2003 on Nov 23, 2007 2:41:42 PM

  • Help! 2003 Pontiac Grand AM GT-Electrical/Battery problems

    Written by: grand_am2003 on Nov 23, 2007 10:51:35 AM

    I have a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT. I have had several electrical problems...one by one...my fault for not addressing issues earlier. 1) Change Oil light stayed on, even after resetting after I changed oil. Eventually, it went off after a few months. Didn't replace fuse (I know, I should have). 2) Lighter outlet stopped working awhile back. Hardly used it, so didn't have it checked out. 3) Few months ago, ... Read More

  • Re: Car wont start and blinker problem [bmcm2007]

    Written by: jnt on Nov 16, 2007 6:41:46 PM

    I have a 2003 pontiac grand am and I put a new radio in it and could not start the car. I wired it to the fuse box and now it wont start. Also, I found out my blinker will stay on after I turn off my blinkers, there is a clicking noise that sounds like its comeing from behind the radio. HELP PLEASE!!!! b_mcm2007yahoo.com You probably connected the new radio ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Maintenance & Repair

  • Re: 2001 Grand Am V6 intake manifold gasket [scs111]

    Written by: screwedbygm on Nov 14, 2007 1:15:20 PM

    It's not that the Grand Am is a particularly bad vehicle; on the contrary it's pretty good overall. Problem is that both GM and its dealers will screw you as hard as possible every chance they get. GM supports rogue dealerships in preference to its customers and insists upon keeping Technical Service Bulletins secret from its customers. Dealers keep known problems secret from customers during the waranty period, even when a ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Electrical/Lighting Problems

  • Car wont start and blinker problem

    Written by: bmcm2007 on Nov 8, 2007 11:54:26 AM

    I have a 2003 pontiac grand am and I put a new radio in it and could not start the car. I wired it to the fuse box and now it wont start. Also, I found out my blinker will stay on after I turn off my blinkers, there is a clicking noise that sounds like its comeing from behind the radio. HELP PLEASE!!!! b_mcm2007yahoo.com

  • 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Fog lamps doesn't work

    Written by: answer987 on Aug 2, 2007 3:59:37 AM

    The fuses are still good, the switch doesn't light up (how do i check it. Is there a way to check the relay? I tried to pull it out but it won't come out

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Fog lamps doesn't work [answer987]

    Written by: burdawg on Aug 1, 2007 6:49:29 AM

    Then the places I would look in this order: Fuse (if a seperate fuse, not sure) Fog Lamp switch (is it really working) Relay I asked about the high beams since the factory wired fog lamps will go off when the high beams are turned on.

Pontiac Grand Am Heating/Cooling

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Climate Control [answer987]

    Written by: burdawg on Aug 1, 2007 6:45:45 AM

    Not that I'm directly aware of. If you do a search here or in the Olds Alero forum though you should find lots of info on it and how to replace it. It's been discussed quite often in the past

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Climate Control [burdawg]

    Written by: answer987 on Aug 1, 2007 3:36:36 AM

    Thank you, is there a site that will show me what it looks like?

Pontiac Grand Am Electrical/Lighting Problems

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Fog lamps doesn't work [burdawg]

    Written by: answer987 on Aug 1, 2007 3:33:15 AM

    The high beams works fine

Pontiac Grand Am Heating/Cooling

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Climate Control [answer987]

    Written by: burdawg on Jul 31, 2007 8:01:12 PM

    Most likely the blower resistor board has failed, a common problem on this model. It's on the bottom of the air plenum in the passengers footwell area. The part runs about $25 or so.

Pontiac Grand Am Electrical/Lighting Problems

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Fog lamps doesn't work [answer987]

    Written by: burdawg on Jul 31, 2007 7:58:50 PM

    Your high beams aren't on are they?

  • 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Fog lamps doesn't work

    Written by: answer987 on Jul 31, 2007 5:35:17 PM

    My fog lamps doesn't work. Bulbs are fine. Fog lights switch inside the car doesn't light up. What could it be?

Pontiac Grand Am Heating/Cooling

  • 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT: Climate Control

    Written by: answer987 on Jul 31, 2007 5:25:27 PM

    I have a 2003 grand am gt and my AC will only work on setting number 4 and 5. It doesn't work on 1, 2, or 3. Can anyone tell me what is wrong and how I can fix it?

Pontiac Grand Am Starting/Stalling Problems

  • Re: Another 2003 Grand Am with Starting Problems [gb_nina]

    Written by: twick2 on Jun 7, 2007 3:01:54 PM

    my 2003 was doing all kinds of intermittant problems about a year ago. Turned out to be the ignition switch since all new cars are WAY over engineered. All things electrical go through the ignition switch. I had flickering.. AC and electric windows intermittant.. etc. NOW .. with a new battery a few weeks ago I had it just not start the other day.. The dash got power and all things ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am

  • Re: 2003 Grand Am Blinking Security [zoomn6]

    Written by: grandam1 on May 30, 2007 7:54:13 AM

    Hi I am having the same exact problem with my Pontiac Grand Am. I just called the Pontiac dealer and they gave a quote of $550. Did you find other alternatives or did you go with dealers quote?? Did they tell you what the exact problem is?? My car has stopped on me twice and I had it towed to 2 different body shops. My light is continuing to come on ... Read More

  • 2003 pontiac grand am funny grind noise on bumps

    Written by: melpomene on Mar 11, 2007 7:05:19 PM

    when driving over bumps i hear a grinding noise from under car just wondering if it could be my struts or shocks or well god only knows if you have an answer or suggestion i would be more then pleased to hear it thank you much in advance

  • 2003 Grand Am Blinking Security

    Written by: zoomn6 on Feb 5, 2007 7:11:40 AM

    My 2003 Grand Am SE2(Top of the Line)now has a BLINKING security light in the Dash. When i bought this Grand Am in 2002,AND LET ME ADD THIS IS THE 3RD GRAND AM I PURCHASED. This Grand Am was the "Cats Meow" fully loaded nothing Left out. WELL IT LEFT ME OUT IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE GRO STORE ! I had it towed to the Pontiac Dealer ONLY TO ... Read More

Pontiac Grand Am Maintenance & Repair

  • Re: my 2003 pontiac grand am stops running randomly [amee74]

    Written by: kmajors on Jan 12, 2007 6:43:18 PM

    I did a little research for you and found this: http://www.autosite.com/content/research/forums/index.cfm/action/Posts/fid/325 They suggest replacing the Ignition switch or getting new keys for the current one. They also suggest checking the fuel pump relay. The pontiac security system prevents starting if the wrong key is used to start the car. You may also try using the second set of keys and see if that works. Hope that helps.

  • Re: my 2003 pontiac grand am stops running randomly [burdawg]

    Written by: amee74 on Jan 9, 2007 6:51:05 AM

    no security light isnt coming on.????

  • Re: my 2003 pontiac grand am stops running randomly [kmajors]

    Written by: amee74 on Jan 9, 2007 6:49:28 AM

    we have changed the fuel pump, it only has 48,000 miles. we have also changed the something modulator. no one can figure this out. thanks thow!!

  • Re: my 2003 pontiac grand am stops running randomly [amee74]

    Written by: burdawg on Jan 7, 2007 11:12:56 AM

    Is the security light coming on?

  • Re: my 2003 pontiac grand am stops running randomly [amee74]

    Written by: kmajors on Jan 7, 2007 10:05:10 AM

    Look for a blockage in the exaust or a fuel pump problem.

  • my 2003 pontiac grand am stops running randomly

    Written by: amee74 on Jan 5, 2007 4:08:00 PM

    my 2003 pontiac grand am will stop running randomly, and will start again after sitting for awhile. any ideas?

  • Re: pontiac grand am se [mia27mia]

    Written by: cseale on Aug 7, 2006 1:55:08 PM

    I bought a 2003 grand am a year ago. I have had problems with the brakes, replaced the fuel pump, new battery, new rotors, pads, calipers. The low coolant light flashes on and off. It has been hit twice. I think the car is a jinx!! ">

  • pontiac grand am se

    Written by: mia27mia on Aug 7, 2006 8:49:11 AM

    hello, i am thinking about purchasing an 2003 pontiac grand am se. it has about 30,000 miles on it. looks to be in good shape, has all the features i want at a good price. is there anything mechanical i should be looking for in regards to this particular vehical?

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  • 2003 Grand Am GT stalled and now wont start

    Written by: doughboymike on Dec 3, 2005 12:12:15 PM

    I was going across the bridge on black friday and my 03 Grand Am GT V6 started to sputter, almost like the transmission was slipping, then the car stalled. I tried to start it and it would start but then stall out again after a few seconds. The next day the car wouldnt start at all, just click when i tried to start it. I had to have my battery jumped ... Read More

  • Re: 2000 Pontiac Grand am 3.4 V6 cuts off when driving [spunk1965]

    Written by: green5 on Jul 26, 2005 11:29:05 PM

    Has anyone ever had any repetative problems with a 2003-05 grand am gts? In other words, constant problems one after another.

  • 2003 Pontiac Grand Am keyless entry remotes

    Written by: ducksworld on Jul 21, 2005 2:38:06 PM

    Another issue with this great little car. Oh I miss my Ford. After I purchased it I found out it has keyless entry, but no remotes. I purchased a remote on ebay. I've found that may cars have a way to program the remote with out going to the expense of the dealer and his scan tool. Can anyone tell me if this car has a way to do this proceedure ... Read More

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am Ignition Issue [spunk1965]

    Written by: ducksworld on Jul 21, 2005 2:27:04 PM

    It doesn't have anything to do with the remote starter. It's a security device in the ignition switch called a "pass lock sensor". About a 350.00 repair job. This is getting to be a issue for GM cars the size of the Grand AM. The trick to start the car of waiting 10 mins. to allow the error message to clear out works for a while. But folks who have had ... Read More

  • Re: 2003 Pontiac Grand Am Ignition Issue [ducksworld]

    Written by: spunk1965 on Jul 18, 2005 5:56:01 PM

    Can I ask if you have a remote car starter? I had a similar experience only the garage I dealt with was smart enough to call the dealership to get a code to by pass the thing-a-majig. Originally, they had asked me if I had a spare dealership issued key...that didn't work. However, the mechanic told me that if it should happen again to turn the key (without actually starting it) ... Read More

  • 2003 Pontiac Grand Am Ignition Issue

    Written by: ducksworld on Jul 10, 2005 11:04:49 AM

    My Grand Am was disabled recently by a issue in the igntion switch. The dealer ship has not left me with feeling of confidence in the issue. He started out by telling me that it was the keys, the sensors needed to be reprogramed. Later telling me that they were mistaken that keys didn't have sensors in them. They would have to hook it up to a computer at 55.00 a ... Read More

  • supercharger question....

    Written by: eilliott123 on Jun 17, 2004 1:07:05 PM

    thanks for the info.. i asked him about all the points that you brought up. 1. it does require premium gasoline (which really sucks) 2. the supercharger is a gm part and was put in by a pontiac dealership and therefore warranty is not affected 3. the car has extended warranty till 2007 so ill be safe for 3 years. 4. as for insurance it will affect it.. however what the ... Read More

  • Show Off your Pontiac in Oct

    Written by: lash92ssei on Sep 29, 2003 6:11:32 AM

    October 2003 • October 3-5, 2003, 2003 Pontiac/ Oakland/GMC Western Regional, Long Beach, CA. Sponsored by the Southern California Chapter of POCI at the Long Beach Mariott in Long Beach, California. For more information, contact: Chuck Abbott 949-362-1477; e-mail: Chasroy@cox.net, or visit: http://clubs.hemmings.com/sccpoci • October 4, 2003, Pontiac-Oakland- GMC Trucks Show,Thornton,CO. Sponsored by the Colorado Chapter of POCI at Grand Auto, 2000 W.104th Avenue, Thornton, Colorado. Rain date October 11th. For ... Read More

  • jodar96

    Written by: montanafan on Feb 20, 2003 8:27:45 AM

    Recent article talked about ABS. http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/2003-02-13-safety-option_x.ht- - m . Grand Am SE: antilock brakes/traction control $400 Honda Accord DX: ABS Std Traction Control N/A Honda Accord LX 4cyl: ABS Std Traction N/A Honda Accord LX V6 Auto: ABS & Traction Std $23500 There are whole threads here at Edmunds pleading with Pontiac to drop the "cladding" for looks. GM now has people in charge who agree. How big was the rebate ... Read More

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