325: Not Charging, No Power Steering, Stalling, & No Codes... This Sounds Familiar
About this episode
A deep dive into diagnosing a tricky issue on GM vehicles involving a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu and a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. Both had symptoms like no power steering, no charging, stalling, and no diagnostic codes, all linked to incorrect or incompatible crankshaft sensors related to auto stop-start systems. The host shares practical testing tips, the importance of proper sensor selection, and how documenting diagnostic experiences can speed up future repairs. The episode also highlights the complexities of modern sensor signals and the value of expert resources for programming used control modules.
This week on the show I share a case study on a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. Not charging, no power steering, idle surging, stalling at idle, no heated seats or rear defrost... All this and NO codes anywhere. A strange problem for sure, but it seems oddly familiar to a vehicle I diagnosed back in 2020. See the link below if you want to check that one out.
https://autodiagpodcast.com/2020/07/06/28-everyone-can-use-a-silver-bullet-once-in-awhile/
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Chevrolet Cruze
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Chevrolet Malibu
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