Problem Reports

Pontiac Sunbird

Report: Engine Control Module (ECM) can fail

• Serpentine Belt Tensioner May Fail
  The serpentine belt tensioner can fail; it may become noisy and/or the belt may jump off. Repla...

  Common Problems > Pontiac Sunbird

• Any suggestions on a diagnosis?
  ...while turning the starter. Engine just stopped running after a 2 minute drive. Battery strong, fuel pump running, starter turning but, push rod not moving while starter is cranking. Thanks for any...

  Q&A > Pontiac > 1992 Pontiac Sunbird

• engine stalls in drive
  engine when warm, will stall when put in gear.

  Q&A > Pontiac > 1990 Pontiac Sunbird

• Stalling or Low Engine Idle Speed Due to Dirty Throttle Body
  A dirty throttle body may cause a lower than normal engine idle resulting in a stalling conditi...

  Common Problems > Pontiac Sunbird

• Car Won't Start Due to Ignition Coil/Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure
  The ignition module or crankshaft position sensor may fail causing the engine to die and not re...

  Common Problems > Pontiac Sunbird