Recent content by Rhsbrianm

Well a new MAF sensor, unfortunately, does not solve my issue. The cam sensor's resistance tested within spec. The crank sensor is at a funky angle to get the plug off in this cold so I haven't successfully tested that yet. I really don't want to start firing the parts cannon at it considering...

One of the tests was to try and start the engine with the circuit opening relay jumpered closed. You can audibly hear the fuel pump when the COR was jumpered closed, however, there was no change in symptoms when trying to start the engine. It still started right up but then soon died. Would the...

Sorry to resurrect this but I have a start then stall issue as well. 1999 V6. Every 100 miles or so the truck would run rough and throw a P0306 code so obviously misfiring. Would rectify itself after a trip and would do it either hot or cold. A few weeks ago, was definitely the first really...

How was replacing the bulbs? I have one that is out and don't want to take the plunge in the cold winter months.

Front lower ball joints and stabilizer bar end links. Not too hard of a job. A couple hours and a couple beers should do it.

Recently purchased a 1999 Limited at 274,000 miles! I got tired of getting stuck in the snow where I live. It has its fair share of problems but I knew it would run till it rusts away. Speaking of which.... very little rust issues! I got super lucky with this one.

A little trick I learned is to cycle the door opening and closing by just pushing in and letting go of the door sensor. It is much easier than opening and closing the door. Also changing out the driver door lock actuator can sometimes solve the issue with the truck not registering programming...