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Question posted by hurricanegucci on September 23rd, 2013

My 97 Gmc Starts Only When I Jump It

it runs great when i jump it i let it sit and it wont start back up but i put a new batt alt starter cap and rotor

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Answer #1: Posted by fins1838 on September 23rd, 2013 9:28 PM
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May be the fuel sender switch. When the engines off it continues running (you might hear a light humming or buzzing if you listen real carefully) when the engine is off, draining the battery.

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Owner's Manual - Page 3

...1 3- 1 4- 1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. i It also gives you information on "Reporting ...Assistance Information This section tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. Your Driving and the Road Here... Care Here the manual tells you how t o contact GMC for assistance and how to get service and owner publications....
Owner's Manual - Page 75

... They Work Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Gasoline Engine ...Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Locking Rear Axle Four-wheel Drive Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-3 1 2-33 2-33 2-40 2-42 2-44 2-48 2-58 2-59 2-60 2-62 2-64 Parking OverThings That Burn Engine Exhaust Running...
Owner's Manual - Page 86

... miles (805 km). Your steering wheel will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Keep your new brake linings aren't yet broken in the key and turn it was before you turn the ignition switch to start your vehicle. Follow this time your speed at any one speed fast...
Owner's Manual - Page 87

...'s a safety feature. RUN (D): This is the position for example, if your vehicle is being pushed). Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn it, be able to START. if so, is stopped...Supplement. I NOTICE: Don't try to shift to LOCK. But turn the steering wheel. START (E): This position starts your hand. Shift toPARK (P) only when your key when the ignition is moving , use...
Owner's Manual - Page 91

... not fully in NEUTRAL (N). If you have to use when you have left the engine running unlessyou have a need to roll even if your shift leveris in PARK (P) if your key... C" UI J )N: It is dangerous to prevent discharging your battery over a periodof time. If you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. If you disconnect thebattery cable fromthe battery to get out...
Owner's Manual - Page 102

...out of PARK (P), try this: 1. If you ever hold the brake until the end of PARK (P). Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want . Have the brake-transmission shift interlock system fixed...a hill and you don't shift your regular brakes before you can shift from the parking pawl in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the parking pawl in the Index. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 138

... on the next few pages, some warning lights come on and stay on briefly when you start the engine justto let you are driving, orwhen one of your vehicle's functions. Gages can ...'s a problem with this section, you what to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Waiting to RUN or START, a tone will help . Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is wrong before it will ...
Owner's Manual - Page 140

... an extended period. Voltmeter When your battery. Readings in the vehicle and the engine is not running , the gage shows the condition of electrical accessories are driving,you are operating in the low ...turn off all your charging system. After the engine starts,the light should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power....
Owner's Manual - Page 142

...there's a problem with your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you start your vehicle is a problem. During a majority of how hard your engine and may stay on for the temperature to warn you if ...will be ready to fluctuate and approach the 260"F( 160" mark. See "Engine Overheating" in this manual shows what to RUN.
Owner's Manual - Page 144

...this condition. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Avoiding steep uphill grades. As your engine starts to your engine may be corrected when the ... soon as it is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to run out of fuel, your dealer orqualified service center for service. 2-70 If the light continues...
Owner's Manual - Page 145

...vary with quality fuel (see "Fuel" in the low pressure zone may go away once the engine is running. Check your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. If none of the proper fuel toturn the...electrical problems that may have your oil as soon as stalling after start-up, stalling when you experience one full tank of the above the low pressure zone indicate the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 176

...the secret code you will display LOC to confirm your secret code to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4. 1. Turn the ignition to make the first one or two digits agree ... in a safe place separate from the vehicle. 8. Press MN again to ACCESSORY or RUN. 3. It is recommended that your radio. Press AM-FM and this time the display will appear on the display.
Owner's Manual - Page 190

... is wet. Here's how anti-lock works. You can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of available tire and road conditions. As you . A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. The anti-lock system can steer around...
Owner's Manual - Page 241

... On The Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-3 5-3 5-8 5-1 1 Hazard Wdrning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engines) 5-13 5-2 1 5-2 1 5-22 5-39 Cooling System -- Gasoline Engines Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If...
Owner's Manual - Page 243

... a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. If you don't follow these steps exactly, some jumper cables and to start your vehicle by vehicle warranty. NOTICE: Jump Starting If your battery (or batteries) has run down, you . Check the other . Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can explode or ignite. 0 They...
Owner's Manual - Page 318

...Also, for y o ~ audio system,see "Theft-Deterrent ~r Feature'' in the Index for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. If you notice fuel leaks or fumes,the causes should ...Batteries have to add water to prepare your battery from running down. 6-36 You can explode. Water dripping from the battery. See"Jump Starting" in the Index. This will help keep your vehicle...
Owner's Manual - Page 415

... a battery jump start will be covered at no charge (customer is responsible for warranty related disablements will be covered. Lock Out: Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge within 10 miles ( 1 6 km). Emergency Towing Service: Towing to the nearest GMC dealer for repair or replacement of tire). GMC's Roadside Assistance...
Owner's Manual - Page 422

...to below.) or credit card information Helm, Incorporated (address CURRENT PUBLICATIONSFOR 1997 GMC OWNER'S INFORMATION SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationOwner ... TRANSFER CASE Warranty Booklet. Schedule for the Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. 19.97 transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. To request an order form, please to assist the...
Owner's Manual - Page 425

Front ...Axle, Locking Rear ...Axle, Rear ...2-52 2-58 3-28 3-11 7-44 6-20 2-16 2-19 7-46 2-16 2-59 6-25 2-20 6-24 6-36 Battery ...Jump Starting ...5-3 Replacement. Cleaning ...6-58 Antenna. Section 9 Index A i r Bag ...I -3 1 Adding Equipment ...1-37 How Does it Restrain ...1-35 How it Works ...1-33 1-33 Location ...1.32. 2-65 Readiness Light ...1-...
Owner's Manual - Page 429

... ...Cleaning ...Cluster ...FuseBlock ...InteriorLamps ... 7-47 7-48 7-48 7-47 7-47 7-47 7-47 7-47 7-48 2-60 2-42 6-56 2-62 6-63 2-42 Jack. Tire ...5.24.5.25 5-3 Jump Starting ...K e y Lock Cylinder Service ...Keyless Entry System ...Keys ...7-44 2-6 2-2 Labels Certificatioflire ...4-42 Service Parts Identification ...6-61 4-42 Tire-Loading Information ...Vehicle Identification Number ...6-61...

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