2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Engine cooling Problems

“Had to disconnect the anti lock brake so I could stop. When driving slow and pressing on the brake pedal, the pedal is solid and does not move. Very dangerous. Cannot stop the vehicle at all. Brake lines rotted out. Has to replace. Transmission lines rotted out. Had to replace. Transmission oil cooler rotted out. Had to replace. Fuel lines are rotting out. Not replaced yet. Drive shaft is questionable. Severely rusted. Rear backing plates rotted off, no more parking - emergency brake. Check engine light will not go out. Replaced catalytic converter many times with no results. Engine leaks oil. …”

“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500. The vehicle was parked outside of his residence. The contact observed that flames ignited from underneath the hood. The contact was able to extinguish the flames with a fire extinguisher and garden hose. There were damages to the vehicle and no injuries. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that there would be a response within a couple of days. The failure and current mileages were was 120,000.”

“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500. When the vehicle is cold and is started, the engine knocks from thirty seconds to one minute. Once the vehicle has warmed, the knocking stops. General motors stated that this was characteristic of the vehicle and is known as engine knock cold start, or carbon build up on the piston head. The contact was informed that the repair would be his responsibility. The current mileage was 50,000 and failure mileage was 49,000.”

“Lifters knock at startup all the time. Dealer has replaced lifters, used heavy grade oil and cleaners, higher grade gasoline used for six months, nothing has stopped the knocking. Service manager has stated that general motors has a problem with the 3.5l engines and this dealership has worked on the same problem with many other customers whom purchased the 1999/2000 series trucks with this engine, including replacing the engine, but, he would not put into writing what he was telling me. I have been waiting for a meeting with the GM rep. For about 3 weeks and still do not have an appointment.”

“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500. Ever since the vehicle was purchased, the engine has been making a strange noise. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they found no failures. The manufacturer stated that they were aware of the pistons striking against the metal because there was not enough clearance between the pistons and the cylinder. The manufacturer could not correct the failure and there were no recalls for the issue. The mileage on the vehicle has exceeded the warranty; therefore, the manufacturer will not assist. …”