The intake manifold gasket may develop and external engine oil or coolant leak. In some cases, an internal coolant leak may occur causing coolant to mix with the engine oil. Our technicians tell us that operating the engine with a coolant/oil mix can result in internal engine damage. Replacing the intake manifold gasket should correct these leaks.
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Speedometer or Other Instrument Panel Gauge May Work Erratically
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The speedometer or other instrument panel gauge may begin to work erratically at times. Our technicians tell us that the instrument cluster must be sent to a repair facility to correct this fault.
Engine Overheating Due to Water Pump Leak
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The water pump may develop a coolant leak resulting in an engine overheating condition.
High Pressure Power Steering Hose Can Leak Fluid
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The high pressure power steering hose will commonly leak fluid; it should be replaced.
Serpentine Belt Tensioner Pulley May Wear Out
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The serpentine belt tensioner pulley may wear out. Our technicians tell us that in order to get a new pulley from General Motors you must purchase a complete belt tensioner assembly.
Chevrolet Monte Carlo Recalls (Recent)
Air Bag Inflator May Fracture On Deployment
Body, Interior & Misc., August 15, 2002
Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.
Learn more »GM Recalls Multiple 2000-2001 Vehicles Due to Possible Seat Belt Failure
Body, Interior & Misc., August 24, 2000
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The seat belt buckles may not have been properly heat-treated during the manufacturing process. This may cause the buckles not to function correctly during a collision, which may cause injury. Dealers will replace the seat belt buckles.
Chevrolet Monte Carlo Recall 97V065000
Body, Interior & Misc., May 13, 1997
Summary: THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Learn more »Chevrolet Monte Carlo Recall 97V017000
Body, Interior & Misc., March 6, 1997
Summary: SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A STRAINED OR SEPARATED WASHER/WIPER SWITCH POWER FEED WIRE.
Learn more »Chevrolet Monte Carlo Recall 04V090000
Engine, June 30, 2004
Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK CAN CAUSE A BACKFIRE.
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hummyn, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 3.1L V6, Lawrenceville, GA
I can't find this estimate anywhere and I would like to know where can I find the repair shop at this labor cost?
tanajones, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Wapakoneta, OH
where is the fuel flter located?
delt1909, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Tallahassee, FL
Ok - my car is a 1986 Chevrolet El Camino - but they don't even list that model on this site...anyway - My car usually starts. 6/7 days a week it will start and then I will never have a proble...
the wrencher, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 3.1L V6, Yelm, WA
how long does it take to replace a heater core in a 1995 chev monte carlo? and do i need any special tools
the wrencher, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 3.1L V6, Yelm, WA
if vehicle has a/c, do i have to evacuate the system before replaceing the heater core
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Reviews
1999 Bought used at 190k or so. Good car so far and have only had to replace thing's I already knew were worn out when I bought it. One wheel bearing and the battery. Changed oil using a good quality synthetic oil and filter and I hope to drive this good looking fire engine red MC for a long time. Hopefully trouble free as I've had other GM products and have had good luck with all of them so far.
I am 75 years old and purchased this car new in 2006 with less than 100 miles. This is the best car I have owned. I have religiously changed the oil every 3,000 miles and now 74,000. I have travelled in Eastern US quite a bit. In seven years, I have had just normal maintenance. I love this car. It is awesome.
I have a 2006 SS with 136,000. The car runs great, and everything, except the washer pump, still works as it should. It gets 21 around town, and 26 Highway. This is my second LT-4, and except for the tourqe steer when you get on them, they are a great bang for the buck, wish it was AWD. I've owned GT Mustangs also, but, they are strickly summertime cruisers, (we still have Winters were we are). Lately, mine has developed an front end squeak I can't get out of it. I replaced the brakes and rotors, I'm doing the wheel bearings next when I get the time. Overall, a great car!
My 2007 Monte Carlo been sitting for 3-4 years now my engine light is on what can that be? Also my paint is bubbled and starting to chip
the vehicle will not shift out of park into gear.
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