Chevy Colorado: No Start, No Crank

Подписаться 900 тыс.

Просмотров 399 тыс.

50% 1

In this video I come into work early because I started to second guess a diag I made on a Chevy Colorado. It wont crank over and I was 99% sure it was the ignition switch. I rerun through my steps just to confirm then make the call and replace the ignition switch as well as relearn the security system. -Enjoy!
If an SMA Video has helped you out please consider giving using "Patreon" to help support us. The videos take real time to create and pull us away from real work that pays our bills. CLICK HERE: / southmainauto
CHECK OUT OUR "SMA SWAG" STORE! Go on Teespring and get your very own SMA merch!
teespring.com/stores/the-sma-...
If you don't like Patreon feel free to use the "PayPal Me" link: www.paypal.me/SouthMainAuto
The South Main Auto Amazon Store:
www.amazon.com/shop/southmain...
AES Wave Automotive Diagnostic Tools: www.aeswave.com/cart.php?m=af...
Thank you for all the continuing support!
--Eric & Vanessa O.
Feel like sending some swag to SMA because you love the videos but don't know where to send it?
Just ship it here:
South Main Auto Repair
47 S. Main St
PO Box 471
Avoca, NY 14809
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of South Main Auto Repair, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. South Main Auto Repair assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. South Main Auto Repair recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of South Main Auto Repair, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained .

Авто/Мото

Опубликовано:

19 май 2019

Ссылка:

Скачать:

Готовим ссылку...

Добавить в:

Мой плейлист

Посмотреть позже

Комментарии : 837

@j.v.plogan.9546 5 лет назад

I dont watch the news when I get home from work. I watch S.M.A. . Thanks Eric.

@rinunculartoo3006 5 лет назад

Me too

@boostedmaniac 5 лет назад

It’s fake news anyways. At least this is educational.

@benmorris8446 5 лет назад

"Ever wake up at 5 AM and say, 'Did I diagnose that car right?' And then you can't go back to sleep?" The true words of someone who loves their job. The world needs more people like this.

@chevychase3103 5 лет назад

The world would be a much safer place! Unless you're Satan!

@doctorhonda111 5 лет назад

Chevy Chase I am satan

@iFixJunk 3 года назад

Loves his job, censors his swears.......HE'S NED FLANDERS!

@frankguerra3314 2 года назад

@@doctorhonda111 who's to say saitan is bad..god killed more people then anyone..

@thomasschneider1858 2 года назад

Who else is sitting at home depot cause their colorado won't start?

@randymarion5767 5 лет назад

I can no longer see any NAPA commercial without adding 'Not a sponsor' at appropriate points.... Always makes me smile! Thanks Mr O!

@dougtexas 5 лет назад

Your commitment to excellence is admirable. Above and beyond even the highest standards. Your videos should be required watching at all shops, especially dealerships!

@neverstoplearning382 5 лет назад

You mean stealerships

@stevengorum2727 2 года назад

Ditto,ditto and ditto !!!!! 🙄

@missyoddon3956 5 лет назад

Your a good man Mr.O wish all mechanics worried about their diagnostics like u

@Werewolfmage 5 лет назад

This is why your a great mechanic.. Awesome video. Keep up the awesome work!

@Dr6623DR 5 лет назад

I watch your videos in the afternoon when I am doing my report typing (I am a professional title examiner in Alabama.) You treat your customers right. Take care

@satamanschmidt3428 5 лет назад

Alright Eric. The best line in the entire video was, "Even our Air Bags get Rusty." Now that was humor my friend.

@CubasAutomotive 5 лет назад

Lots of great technical terms in this vid.... double donger spring clips, jiggly bits, riggamoro.... 😂😂 You were extra "loopy" this vid! I wonder if it was the lack of sleep? I'm just as bad, if not worse when I don't get my sleep. Forget trying to do diag! 😅😥 Nice to have an SMA vid on my break 😉😊

@jeremyanthony9300 5 лет назад

Hi Cuba. When's your next video coming ? Did you get my email ? Jeremy1951@rcn.com

@cdonahue4828 4 года назад

🤣

@bigragu6828 5 лет назад

Mr. O, you are an inspiration. I’ve been binge watching your videos for a couple of weeks. I no longer work on cars, but I maintain a fleet of tow trucks. Not only changing filters and fluids and changing brakes, but most commonly, electrical problems. Following your attitude of starting simple has helped me tremendously. Most electrical problems have been result of when the tow truck body was mounted, when a wire is hokey pokey’d looking for power or is chaffed because it wasn’t secured properly. Your approach of looking where someone’s fingers were, has made chasing these issues down a lot easier. Only problem is, is that when I’m working on a truck, I talk to myself out loud.

@jamesbondero6170 5 лет назад

This is a common problem on the Colorado and about a $500 repair at the Dealer. My Colorado has only acted up once with the no start. Friend of mine had the repair done as it kept no starting on him. Good to know about the airbag release on these. I used some fluid film over the weekend and I "baaahhhhed" in my head while using it. Thank Eric!

@baxrok2. 5 лет назад

The amazing diag was overshadowed by the switch install. Well done sir. Thanks Dr. O!

@Wildturkey10121 5 лет назад

Thank you for the longer video, I love to watch your process as much as your diagnosis. Being a home guy that has spine issues and was once interested in being a tech and even started school for it, it really helps me seeing all your repairs no matter how trivial. I'm 51 years old and back in 1986 these electronic cars didn't exist yet and wanting to start maintaining my own modern vehicles your videos are a huge help! I'm finally feeling better for a time I don't know how long that will last and I need to learn as much as I can and you are the best, at least the best I've found to watch. Very informative and great at what you do, so learning from the best is important. Keep up the good work, we need you out here!!!!

@jeffjankiewicz5100 5 лет назад

This is why I`m a fan. Attention to detail. Honesty. Awesome work ethic. All the jiggly bits in the right place, no leftover parts. I too have been woken up by an answer in the middle of the night. Great work Eric.

@BoerGuy 5 лет назад

enjoyed having the real time wiring diagram displayed. Felt like I was doing diag with you. Great Video! Thanks!

@zx8401ztv 5 лет назад

Smashing repair :-D. Also the subconscience is good for solving problems, i've been woken early with an answer to a problem, once written down i go back into my warm coma lol.

@jamesu 5 лет назад

I used to keep a notepad beside my bed to jot the answer down so I could go back to sleep.

@robertdavis6708 4 года назад

241,000 subscribers and Eric O. didn't think anyone would watch his videos. This guy has the best auto channel on RU-vid.

@davie261 5 лет назад

"But I woke up in a franic, in a panic, in a franic panic." SMAR 2019

@BigDog50001 5 лет назад

Well now that I know you get there at 5AM, I’m going to try calling the shop at that time!! ;)

@bostedtap8399 5 лет назад

So, no air compressor because you are outside, But, some guys are grinding your road!. Whoa, Eric's new backing band. Nice sleep walking diagnosis. Thanks for sharing.

@darylzero3139 5 лет назад

"Hold on there young lady while I make sure you gave me the right size torx... or just walk away" 😂😂

@jacobdimock9191 2 года назад

I have been doing repair work for 27 years and your one of the best guys I have ever seen !

@tedlivermore6955 3 месяца назад

The Goat

@davidwingrove6381 10 месяцев назад

I’ve thought about driving up to your shop from central Ohio just to shake your hand and say thanks for the videos. They have helped me a lot on several repairs.

@harhar4607 5 лет назад

Hi A wonderful masterclass!!! Clear,concise & most definitely educational. Your honest & relaxed presentional style is the reason I am watching this video at 6am UK time. Bravo!!! Kind regards.

@boofyfart1202 5 лет назад

Not sleeping mesmerized watching SMA to me is relaxing almost to the point of addictive can't wait till that next video comes out and very much appreciate the time it takes for you to make them. It's also good to see people who given the choice to do so still choose to do it the right way and not just the easy way

@robertweir9034 5 лет назад

Another fine SMA production video. I swear that you have staff writers and such working for you. Covered everything. This is why I sit on my ass all the time waiting and watching all these videos. They are entertaining and educational. Thank you Eric for sharing and taking your time on another superb video.

@ToXSicK1340 5 лет назад

I really like it when you put the Diagram up in the Video's. I always pause the Vid and study the diagram, it makes it pretty cool to know where you are going with your thought process. Thanks Mr. O!

@dawnjanacek Месяц назад

Just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my wrench turning heart for this video. Could not figure out what the heck was wrong with my Colorado because it wouldn’t start at such random times. But your very thorough video helped us diagnose it and I could not appreciate you more, man.

@letsgosurfingdude Месяц назад

Do you need the maxicom computer to relearn the key?

@VWWRENCHIE 5 лет назад

Wake up early and get cranky! Come along as Eric ignites our sense of adventure and gets things started again.The bonus paving footage gives a smooth finish to another SMA victory. Well done!👍

@SimplyDiagnostics 5 лет назад

5am, that kind of dedication is what sets you apart 👍nice diag Eric.

@antsupertramp 5 лет назад

Coffee and south main auto 🤘🏻

@jerrywhalen2100 5 лет назад

You the man😎

@xoxo2008oxox 5 лет назад

Today its warm enough for TAYLOR MADE Soft Serve ! 😎

@antsupertramp 5 лет назад

Jerry Whalen yes sir !

@antsupertramp 5 лет назад

xoxo2008oxox that to wouldn’t be bad! Hot day here in Texas!

@spaceinvadertoo 5 лет назад

Best cure for cabin fever.

@BillKristjanson 5 лет назад

I really enjoyed this! It reminds me of my sojourns into working on dash related stuff. I start off with a screw driver and end up most of my toolbox on the floor and passenger seat. Keep on truckin' Eric! You're the best!

@jimsharkey8049 3 года назад

Great video. I’ve had a pass lock problem for a couple years now so I did this exact procedure to my 09 Colorado. Starts up now but time will tell if it fixes the problem. Thank you for such a detailed video. It’s nice to know there are still passionate mechanics out there. I’m definitely buying myself a SMA hoodie for the winter!

@ivorwm2291 5 лет назад

I learn from you. When ever I "tear" into a project. I now look on RU-vid and hope that it's similar to one of your videos. I keep telling myself that they made this car in a few hours. I ought to be able to fix it in a couple of days. Thanks for posting

@TheTheomax 5 лет назад

Nothing better then watching a SMA video when I get home from work. After I walk the Beagle of course. What year is this chevy I see its got 175k on it. As always Thank you

@rgmoore 5 лет назад

Man, I love work, I could watch it all day long!!

@robertweir9034 5 лет назад

That's usually what I say to people. "I love work, I can sit watch it all day".

@RustySh4ckleford 5 лет назад

I take naps while listening to his videos 😂

@ivanolsen7966 3 года назад

I say that all the time !!!!!!!!!!!!

@isaisvargas 3 года назад

He's an entertaining instructor! Awesome job!

@robertbiggs4934 5 лет назад

Thanks Eric. Love "helping" you fix vehicle issues! 😁

@robertpage4219 5 лет назад

Congratulations on hitting 300k subscribers. You were the first channel I subscribed to, about 6 minutes into the first video I found. You may not think so, but you are light-years better than any other YT auto repair channel. Love the informal style, humor and integrity. Great job 👍

@spelunkerd 5 лет назад

Best ignition video I've seen. There's something useful to just letting the camera roll, with no effort to carefully make separate clips. You also seem to have little difficulty getting quality audio, I wish it was so easy.

@mharradine57 5 лет назад

30 seconds in and I already liked the video. No BS. That feeling is a reality in this field!

@Jamesy2222 5 лет назад

Well done! Love how driven you are to help your customers 👌

@chrishuffstetler8832 Год назад

Thanks for the video!!! I have one of those repair manuals & they don’t help worth a crap!!! Your video was spot on!!! And the details & recording the step by step helped way more than Ny of the manuals out there. It went so smooth & it worked precisely as you said. Thanks again!

@bigal2298 5 лет назад

I am from PA and just had my street repaved late week and they had a big grinder like the one on your street. Dust and noise for days , cars in the garage got all dusty didn’t close the garage doors all the way, the rain may help . Great videos

@douglasferree3150 2 года назад

Followed your instructions on removal and reinstalling the switch. Everything went well. For some reason I didn't have to reset the security system. It started on the first crank and stayed running. Restarted and ran every time I tried it since. Thanks for your informative video!

@dannyscott402 2 года назад

So did mine have you had any problems

@douglasferree3150 2 года назад

@@dannyscott402 none so far

@Mark-vc7rm 5 лет назад

Always a good morning with S M A. Love the knowledge.

@davetopp105 5 лет назад

On those spring clips you have to push back on, get an old screwdriver and cut a slot on the end with a cut-off wheel. It'll grab the clip and keep from slipping off.

@charlesdavis9755 5 лет назад

I never subscribed to anyone until I found S.M.A. Excellent. Keep up the good work. By the way, they promised no water hole in front of the shop. Good luck with that.

@wyattoneable 5 лет назад

Getting in early to satisfy your doubt is pretty cool. Your a man who cares. "or just walk away". Poor Marie couldn't hear you with all that machinery working. Nice catch with the security light going out after 10 minutes. I like being on the tool cart, it's a fun ride when you move us. Nice work Eric, always a pleasure to stop by.

@lucdumas6007 3 года назад

I was installing a new radio in my Chevy Colorado when it triggered the anti-theft system. It wouldn't run and there were a number of codes displayed. I tried this and It worked. Awesome - thanks so much

@Joe_HamRadioGuy 5 лет назад

Its been raining here allmost every day if not every other day, we finally had a good sat this past weekend hoping for another one. Great video Eric thanks for sharing with us.

@davidhollfelder9940 5 лет назад

Just run of the “mill” road rework .. rain keeps the dust down .. I just love watching your car repair videos .. esp when working on my own vans when stopping for a break ...

@steveluken3180 3 года назад

I always had the illusion that mechanics had a special tool for every troublesome clip or fastener and that I was struggling because I was a silly shade-tree mechanic using incorrect tools. Glad to see mechanics struggle with that crap too! Lol

@kendazley7230 Год назад

Sorry this is a reply WAY after this was posted but I have the same issue on my 2011 and found that you can buy just the switch from Rock Auto for about $15-20 for those that do have the issue. First time I've watched one of your videos and it has been very informative! Thanks Sir!!!

@slowride55 5 лет назад

You have a lot more patience than I do. That airbag would've met my pry bar long before you got it off!

@godfathermikal 4 года назад

THANK YOU!!!!!! Same problem. Same fix. It worked. Don't know what I'd have done without this video.

@shawangunk 5 лет назад

Working 52 hours a week on other peoples cars I find it soothing watching your videos ha ha like what you do keep up the good work don’t stop making videos recent subscriber

@fire7765 5 лет назад

Ur a good teacher much respect for your expertise easy to follow explanation.

@scottchamberlain5834 2 года назад

Very well done sir! I think this will remedy my dad's canyon. Gonna try it, after watching your video. Thank you, and God Bless!

@montestu5502 5 лет назад

5:32 “Guy just needs a power probe!” Hilarious!

@sonofmontezuma3732 5 лет назад

Dear Mr O today is our anniversary. Yup 2 years of S.M.A video watching .lol Ah the good times we hv had ,well at least for me always a joy to watch your videos. O my first S.M.A video? The Pierce auto museum video . Thank you so much for making the time to make your videos. And yes I have had those sleepless night

@jakemason9436 5 лет назад

Thanks Eric. Entertaining and informative.

@brianburns7211 5 лет назад

Thanks for the video Eric. I’ve been in the mood for another full length feature.

@wesleymartin6506 5 лет назад

I've watched your videos for some time now.i am impressed . Give yourself credit. Your smarter then most. If you weren't so far away you'd be the guy ide go to. After the 80 s I'm lost with all the computer nohow needed to work on vehicles.your pretty smart Mr.

@ninjatechauto655 5 лет назад

Awesome vid. I love the work you do. I always learn something on your channel. Did want to mention the spring clip can be depressed easier if you used a small nut driver.

@xanderlander8989 5 лет назад

I get more excited for these These diagnosis videos than anything else in my feed.

@OldManBadly 5 лет назад

Another absolutely entertaining diagnosis... Good job!

@memybikeni9931 5 лет назад

Electronics issues scares the bejeezluz out of me. Think I’ll stick to my old bikes 😂 I love your channel Eric, it’s a useful education whether your a beginner or advanced, there’s something for everyone. Thanks and keep up the good work, Rich from the U.K.

@jessekodyou 5 лет назад

Dr.O was in a great mood today, I would have loved to work with him. Not that I wouldn't love to work with him on anyday lol. Thanks for the great videos Eric !

@billyyoder8171 5 лет назад

Thank you Eric. Good job. I appreciate your videos. Have a blessed week.

@matthewskinner9869 4 года назад

Couldn’t figure out why my trick had power but refused to crank. Saw your video and tried your method, worked like a charm

@weldingjunkie 5 лет назад

These trucks are notorious for the ignition switch. I just did a diag on a 2005 Colorado that had a bad ignition switch. Without removing the wheel I just changed the plastic switch at back of ignition since the barrel was ok from the new barrel, and boom started then wouldn’t stay running. Someone cut the security wire trying to bypass the security start. Connected with and boom still runs perfect. You think they’d recall..Thanks for the video.

@Roger21989 5 лет назад

Another great video. Love your dedication, an uncommon trait anymore!

@michaelpaulusii5218 5 лет назад

Another great video Mr. O thank you for taking the time to share!

@clayhutcherson3681 2 года назад

Man you just saved me a trip to the shop incredible video thank you for the help

@Bkwld_ 5 лет назад

Love it! Inspiring to see hard working fellows!

@aarontyrrell2931 4 месяца назад

Nice video! I’m so tired of my 09 Colorado leaving me stranded for 10 min while the system learns my key. Does it every now and again. Thanks GM

@totersoff-roadadventures6400 Год назад

Well done I'm a mechanic sometimes and your video was on point I actually watched it to the end and that doesn't usually happen hahaha. Thanks for the info

@jamespearce7954 Год назад

Love watching and learning.

@billmaxfield7831 5 лет назад

"not a sponsor" too funny lol. Great job Eric!

@kevinritchie9227 5 лет назад

"Looks like were gonna need some more tools." Yup, story of my life working on a Chevy truck. One dash board, 900 different sizes and types of fasteners...lol

@reesebobby99 5 лет назад

Thanks for being so detailed in explaining

@davidnunes3738 4 года назад

Thank you so much for making sure you attempted the start between cycling the key off that is so important I re did the process and I’m driving away. Great video

@kastioz6471 5 лет назад

I can't count the amount of times I've woken up at 3am because I've forgotten something. Usually it's the cat scratching at the outside door. Good job.

@BigDaddy_MRI 5 лет назад

HEY THERE VIEWERS AND WELCOME BACK TO THE SOUTH MAIN AUTO CHANNEL!! Whew. That was a close one. Almost had a withdrawal symptom set in there. It’s like peanut M & M’s without the peanut. It’s like watching your channel and the compressor never chimes in. Wonder if you really needed to take the steering wheel off. Couldn’t you just turn it and get to those screws? Hey, what do I know? Nutton, that’s what. Great video!! Love the way you work and it’s cool your road is getting paved. Nothing like a fresh paved road. Also, re-learning a new ignition switch is pretty awesome. Takes some time, but you don’t need some fancy tool. Just a good timer. Thanks Mr. O. Sweet video!!

@MrBill-xs6bx 2 года назад

Excellent.... You make it look so easy. And Thank You Always for All The Details.

@jhager214 3 года назад

Good work! Very informative. My truck is doing the same thing, and I needed this advice.

@SierraOne 5 лет назад

Love the tool cart YAY Great Video! I think we'll need regular street rehab updates!

@hugmedeb 5 лет назад

Eric your videos are perfect..great camera shots...very interesting video....would love to see the out side work when its finished....the road that is .....love always ...john

@germanjesus 5 лет назад

This is honestly why I loath working on General Motors or Toyota products. A 15 min fix on any other vehicle. Love ur honesty people these days except to get screwed by their mechanics but u making it better. Good vid

@desifrazier121 Год назад

Omg !!!! I look at other videos and never came across yours I gave up trying abut to just give my 2004 Colorado away I had a few times it just wouldn’t crank a couple push me home about quarter of a mile I let it sat came back it start than I part it for a couple months it wouldn’t start tried other ways I’ve seen on RU-vid but nothing like what you done thank you so much 5 stars t you thanks so much

@007camera 5 лет назад

Hey there viewers, welcome back to the south main auto channel, skipped this part, Mr O.😉😉

@jeremymenchaca 4 года назад

In his defense, he did just wake up.

@gixeronethou Год назад

I followed your video and this solved my problem. Thank you for posting this it really helped.

@WileECoyote616 5 лет назад

Another key video in starting my day, wheel be waiting for the next one :) Thanks Eric!

@636gman 5 лет назад

cut a notch in an old screwdriver to push those springs

@rinunculartoo3006 5 лет назад

Now there's a thinking man.

@corvettefan91 5 лет назад

I didn't hear the click when you tightened the steering wheel nut, do over lol.

@billmccall4663 5 лет назад

Not gonna happen.

@Talisman-tb6vw 5 лет назад

My car club will be in your neck of the woods June 10th thru 15th, so if you see and here a few hundred noisy sports cars circling your shop, pay no mind, we're just out sightseeing. :D

@gilmello8296 5 лет назад

Talisman1957 if you stop in remember he likes Ice Cream,🍦

@Talisman-tb6vw 5 лет назад

@@gilmello8296 , as do most of our car club members :)

@throttlebottle5906 5 лет назад

I think he should stock up on tires and deploy the spike strips :)))

@Talisman-tb6vw 5 лет назад

@@throttlebottle5906 , or we could all stop for an oil change.

@chrishuffstetler8832 Год назад

Also- I got to thinking about the issue with having to use a flat head screwdriver to push the spring to release the airbag. I took an old screwdriver & cut a notch in the tip and it work great! Just thought I’d share that it worked so much easier.