2003 Cavalier starting problem (Full Version)

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2003 Cavalier starting problem

  

fmazur -> 2003 Cavalier starting problem (11/2/2006 12:57:53 PM)

In the early morning when it is still cold outside(45 degrees or lower). After starting the car, there is a loud “whap whap whap” noise, sounding like it’s coming from the dashboard area. The engin shakes and bucks. This just started a few days ago. Once the the outside temperature gets into the mid 50's or above, the car starts/performs A-OK and purrs like a kitten.

Thanks for any insight into this.


Frank MAzur

  
beckeruti -> RE: 2003 Cavalier starting problem (11/3/2006 5:41:56 AM)

have you checked the simple stuff
like oil level
belt condition
transmisson level (if you can)

also you said under the dash is the heat on when u start the car and what setting is it on
trying doing something different on the settings when you start to see if its something in that area

good luck

fmazur -> RE: 2003 Cavalier starting problem (11/3/2006 4:21:43 PM)

I will try what you suggested. I will have to wait till the early AM as the car functions well when the temp. is above 55. THe car only has 35,000 miles on it and I have always changed oil every 3000 miles. Problem started suddenly a week ago. Thanks for your suggestions

  

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