# \#jimmy **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/jimmy/4752.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [What's connected to RDO that can cause a parasitic draw (besides the radio)? (2000 GMC Jimmy)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-connected-to-rdo-that-can-cause-a-parasitic-draw-besides-the-radio-2000-gmc-jimmy/193780)
**Author:** [@cartalk.u6k6r\_186613](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cartalk.u6k6r_186613)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-connected-to-rdo-that-can-cause-a-parasitic-draw-besides-the-radio-2000-gmc-jimmy/193780 "2023-11-08T21:07:25Z")
I went through the whole multimeter/fuse test to determine where the draw was coming from. The only spike I saw was on the RDO fuse (I tested all the others just to make sure). After research I found that (unsurprising… --- ## [4 wheel drive won't engage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-wheel-drive-wont-engage/183739)
**Author:** [@claytonmaccartny2\_180476](https://community.cartalk.com/u/claytonmaccartny2_180476)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2022, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-wheel-drive-wont-engage/183739 "2022-04-24T06:03:13Z")
Okay, I have a 1997 GMC jimmy with the 4.3. Ive had problems in the past with the 4 wheel drive, and ive gotten them fixed before. This one is puzzling me though. When I click the 4HI button, the light just blinks for ab… --- ## [Causes of emergency brake failure? (2001 GMC Jimmy)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/causes-of-emergency-brake-failure-2001-gmc-jimmy/142909)
**Author:** [@Sherry11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sherry11)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2019, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/causes-of-emergency-brake-failure-2001-gmc-jimmy/142909 "2019-06-24T20:50:01Z")
What would make the emergency brake stop working --- ## [1996 GMC Jimmy shakes at idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-gmc-jimmy-shakes-at-idle/135751)
**Author:** [@KennethPickard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennethPickard)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2019, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-gmc-jimmy-shakes-at-idle/135751 "2019-03-04T16:16:44Z")
Cylinder 4 misfire changed plugs wires rotor and cap shakes at idle feels great at highway speeds --- ## [4L60e transmission. No reverse, slipping park 1994 GMC Jimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4l60e-transmission-no-reverse-slipping-park-1994-gmc-jimmy/132467)
**Author:** [@Brandon\_Jackson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brandon_Jackson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4l60e-transmission-no-reverse-slipping-park-1994-gmc-jimmy/132467 "2019-01-11T20:08:08Z")
Used to go in reverse, but took a hell of a lot of throttle to actually back up. Now no longer reverses at all. Having trouble getting park to stick as well recently. Looking for any ideas before I get under the car and … --- ## [1989 GMC jimmy v1500 4x4 oil pan replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-gmc-jimmy-v1500-4x4-oil-pan-replacement/124124)
**Author:** [@Travis\_Glass](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Travis_Glass)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2018, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-gmc-jimmy-v1500-4x4-oil-pan-replacement/124124 "2018-09-01T16:54:03Z")
Hello, I was looking for someone who might know what I would have to do to change out the oil pan. The rust has finally eaten away at the sides and it just leaks through the rust spots. I have heard that I will have to… --- ## [2000 GMC Jimmy AC stalls the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-jimmy-ac-stalls-the-engine/120173)
**Author:** [@KennethFornwalt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennethFornwalt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 11:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-jimmy-ac-stalls-the-engine/120173 "2018-07-01T11:21:06Z")
my car a/c stalled the engine while running during outside temperature of 100. this has happened about 3 or 4 times in the past. --- ## [1989 GMC Jimmy stumble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-gmc-jimmy-stumble/114019)
**Author:** [@BobLawrence](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobLawrence)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-gmc-jimmy-stumble/114019 "2018-03-19T20:54:12Z")
I bought this new and have always kept it in good shape and serviced at proper intervals. It now has 140,000 miles and runs great - except for a “once in a while” problem. When taking off from a stop, it will stumble ju… --- ## [2001 GMC Jimmy Starting Problems -- All ACC power but when turn ignition key nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-gmc-jimmy-starting-problems-all-acc-power-but-when-turn-ignition-key-nothing/76240)
**Author:** [@clubsudz3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clubsudz3)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2018, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-gmc-jimmy-starting-problems-all-acc-power-but-when-turn-ignition-key-nothing/76240 "2018-03-07T04:38:45Z")
My wife's 2001 GMC Jimmy Diamond Edition has almost 200,000 miles on it. We're trying to figure out why it has a starting problem. We know that it is not the battery or charging system. She has full electrical power w… --- ## [Water pouring from under head block?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pouring-from-under-head-block/111055)
**Author:** [@Dreildrag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dreildrag)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2018, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pouring-from-under-head-block/111055 "2018-01-08T03:14:34Z")
I have a 1999 GMC Jimmy SLT 4wd. The heater core seemed to go out as well as a leaking water pump a few months ago so I fixed the water pump and bypassed the heater core. The recent freeze hit and I thought I put antifre… --- ## [Brake caliper replacement, no fluid or air coming from bleeder valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-caliper-replacement-no-fluid-or-air-coming-from-bleeder-valve/94066)
**Author:** [@daphniesman04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daphniesman04)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2016, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-caliper-replacement-no-fluid-or-air-coming-from-bleeder-valve/94066 "2016-07-28T01:21:00Z")
I replaced both rear pads calipers on my jimmy. Its 4 wheel drive. Now after installing them, I tried to them, and i nothing from the bleeder valve s. Someone said I could have the wrong caliper on the wrong side? Is … --- ## [Sluggish acceleration from stopped position](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sluggish-acceleration-from-stopped-position/90022)
**Author:** [@Biggee316](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Biggee316)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2015, 5:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sluggish-acceleration-from-stopped-position/90022 "2015-05-21T05:57:36Z")
I recently took my truck to the mechanic for a bad transmission leak, they told me they had to replace the Oil Cooler Lines (upper and lower) and that they did a transmission service (flushed out the transmission), the l… --- ## [Is it worth fixing so I can hit 200K or just call it quits](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-fixing-so-i-can-hit-200k-or-just-call-it-quits/89786)
**Author:** [@Gang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gang)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2015, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-fixing-so-i-can-hit-200k-or-just-call-it-quits/89786 "2015-04-26T15:48:29Z")
i have a GMC Jimmy and I would like to know if is my 96 GMC Jimmy is worth fixing or thank it for all it years of service. The check engine came on. I took it to my neighborhood O'reilly auto part store for a Check engin… --- ## [99 GMC 4WD Jimmy Starting Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-4wd-jimmy-starting-issues/84637)
**Author:** [@Assault](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Assault)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2014, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-4wd-jimmy-starting-issues/84637 "2014-04-18T16:42:17Z")
Starting one time in January, the SUV would have all ACC power but failed in every attempt to crank or turn. Nothing happened whatsoever when the key turned. No dim in the lights, the battery was fine. After about 30 min… --- ## [Odometer Not Working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odometer-not-working/83442)
**Author:** [@PVTodd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PVTodd)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2014, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odometer-not-working/83442 "2014-01-31T22:34:11Z")
I have a 1991 Jimmy (the little one) and the odometer and trip are not working. The speedo works fine. I replaced the entire instrument cluster and the problem is not fixed. Made sure the new odometer motor turned freely… --- ## [Coolant smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-smell/83405)
**Author:** [@dipslick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dipslick)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2014, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-smell/83405 "2014-01-29T02:58:57Z")
I can smell coolant when I first turn my heater fan on then I goes away I have a 96 gmc jimmy just changed the thermostat.heater works good no leaks that I can see no coolant on passenger floor and no residue on windows … --- ## [97 Jimmy, 4.3- Crank, but No Start in Rain/Humidity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-jimmy-4-3-crank-but-no-start-in-rain-humidity/83132)
**Author:** [@southshappyphantom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/southshappyphantom)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2014, 6:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-jimmy-4-3-crank-but-no-start-in-rain-humidity/83132 "2014-01-19T06:07:36Z")
This has gone on for two years and over two grand. I am slowly going insane. When it starts, it runs GREAT...but if it is moist outside, it is not going to happen...can crank it til the battery dies. I have replaced: … --- ## [I hear a tin can?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hear-a-tin-can/81770)
**Author:** [@SMHDB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SMHDB)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hear-a-tin-can/81770 "2013-10-13T05:55:30Z")
Every once in a while, I hear a sound coming from under my car, possibly the passenger side, that sounds like I am pulling a tin can around. It only lasts about 3 seconds. Sometimes I'll hear it when sitting at a red li… --- ## ['99 GMC Jimmy won't start when cold or wet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-jimmy-wont-start-when-cold-or-wet/76822)
**Author:** [@jmcalexander](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcalexander)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2013, 7:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-jimmy-wont-start-when-cold-or-wet/76822 "2013-01-22T07:06:37Z")
My husband recently bought a used '99 GMC Jimmy 4x4. Recently he has discovered that there is a problem cranking it. If the temperature dips below 40-45 degrees or if it is humid the Jimmy won't start. When the key is tu… --- ## [End of life: GMC Jimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/end-of-life-gmc-jimmy/73870)
**Author:** [@Suzi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Suzi)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/end-of-life-gmc-jimmy/73870 "2012-08-07T02:39:07Z")
I heard on Car Talk that a car can always be repaired cheaper than replaced. Is this still true? My 1989 GMC Jimmy is still going, sort of, but when I went to my local mechanic because the defroster stopped working which… --- ## [Game Plan for Smog Test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/game-plan-for-smog-test/71223)
**Author:** [@Doug\_94965](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doug_94965)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2012, 4:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/game-plan-for-smog-test/71223 "2012-03-03T04:30:05Z")
I have a 2000 GMC Jimmy 2WD with 140k miles on it but now only drive 3-4k/yr so I really don't want to replace it or dump $$ into it. Last year I passed the smog test but was close on the hydrocarbon limit (I did nothin… --- ## [2001 Jimmy Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jimmy-battery/69338)
**Author:** [@cbattmer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cbattmer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2011, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jimmy-battery/69338 "2011-11-09T23:26:00Z")
I want to test my battery to see if it is dead (engine only clicks when turning key), but I am stymied on getting the battery out. I have unfasted the neg and pos posts, but there is a clamp on the bottom of the battery… --- ## [99 GMC Jimmy making noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-jimmy-making-noise/69028)
**Author:** [@peno99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peno99)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2011, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-jimmy-making-noise/69028 "2011-10-29T20:14:40Z")
Every time I pull off from a mailbox (i'm a mailcarrier) my Jimmy makes a sound like a slide whistle. It doesn't last long, but it happens every time! --- ## [96 GMC Jimmy 4dr](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-gmc-jimmy-4dr/66637)
**Author:** [@96gmcjimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/96gmcjimmy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2011, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-gmc-jimmy-4dr/66637 "2011-08-10T18:09:01Z")
I have a 96 GMC Jimmy that will not start..... I have replaced the spider fuel injector and now I get the right fuel pressure. I have random non regular spark that is very week. I have replaced the ignition coil, spark p… --- ## [99 gmc jimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-jimmy/63275)
**Author:** [@chewie281](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chewie281)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-gmc-jimmy/63275 "2011-04-04T18:13:35Z")
what makes my car jerk when i get to 50 mph? --- ## [1995 GMC Jimmy cylinder misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-jimmy-cylinder-misfire/63332)
**Author:** [@gregjj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gregjj)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 3:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-jimmy-cylinder-misfire/63332 "2011-04-04T15:49:25Z")
Anytime it rains my car has difficulty starting yet once it starts it runs rough for a while until it warms up and then runs fine. During one of these episodes the service engine soon light came on so I took it to a a… --- ## [Blinker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker/63283)
**Author:** [@kslappey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kslappey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker/63283 "2011-04-02T22:15:04Z")
The clicking sound that my car makes when the blinker is on- continues to go off when the blinker is not on. It only stops when I press the brakes. Help! Its starting to drive me crazy (its been going on for 2 w… --- ## [1997 GMC Jimmy Transmission and 4wd question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-gmc-jimmy-transmission-and-4wd-question/61828)
**Author:** [@fluffydryerlint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fluffydryerlint)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2011, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-gmc-jimmy-transmission-and-4wd-question/61828 "2011-02-26T01:04:17Z")
I drive a 1997 GMC Jimmy, with 250k miles (all mine). So, I had to have my transmission rebuilt, and the second time I picked it up (we won't talk about the first time) I drove it for a couple of days, and was leaving an… --- ## [97 Jimmy not firing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-jimmy-not-firing/60959)
**Author:** [@gunhammer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gunhammer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2011, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-jimmy-not-firing/60959 "2011-02-06T15:34:14Z")
i have a 97 jimmy that won't start. I have changed the fuel pump, checked the crank sensor, replaced wires. it gets fuel truns over but won't fire. suggestions? --- ## [Rear window wiper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-window-wiper/60534)
**Author:** [@JennyZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JennyZ)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2011, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-window-wiper/60534 "2011-01-27T18:01:44Z")
2000 GMC Jimmy The rear window wiper doesn't work properly. Sometimes it will go part way and then stop, or not do anything. I can hear the motor trying to move the wiper blade, but it won't. What can be done to resol… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/jimmy/4752.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=jimmy)