If your Pontiac Bonneville has a humming noise at high speed, it can be distracting and, depending on the cause, dangerous. We’ve outlined the most common reasons why a humming noise in your car gets louder with speed. We’ve also provided an audio sample of each issue to help determine …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville Air Conditioner Not Working: Causes + Fix
If your Pontiac Bonneville’s AC system is not working, it can be uncomfortable and downright dangerous on a hot day. There are A LOT of issues that can cause your car’s air conditioner to fail. This article is broken down into these three sections to help save you time repairing …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville Dash Light Flicker and No Start: How to Fix
Dash lights flickering and failure to start is a very common issue that can happen to the Pontiac Bonneville. While your first impulse may be to think that there is something wrong with your car’s starter (and it is possible), it’s usually caused by an issue with the battery or …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville P0324: Meaning, Causes, + Likely Fix
P0324 is a common OBD2 trouble code. It indicates that there is an issue with your Pontiac Bonneville’s knock control system. While P0324 is a generic code, repair steps will vary depending on your Bonneville’s engine type and model year. However, some basic steps can be followed to help diagnose …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville P0026: Symptoms, Causes, + Common Fixes
P0026 is a code that signals an issue with your Pontiac Bonneville’s intake valve control solenoid circuit. In layman’s terms, the circuit is not complying with the Powertrain Control Module’s commands. It sent a signal to the intake valve control solenoid, and it, for whatever reason, failed. P0026 is a …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville P0152: Causes + Easy Diagnosis
P0152 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including the Pontiac Bonneville. It indicates that the bank 2 sensor 1 O2 sensor is reporting a voltage level that is higher than its normal operating range. P0152 Definition: O2 Sensor – High Voltage – B2S1 O2 Sensor Oxygen …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville: P0008 Code Diagnosis
P0008 is a somewhat uncommon OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Pontiac Bonneville. It indicates that the crankshaft and camshaft are not synchronized properly, and should be considered a breakdown risk. Driving your Bonneville with P0008 can lead to engine damage and a costly repair. While P0008 is …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville C0035: Causes, Diagnosis, + Likely Fix
C0035 is a manufacturer-specific chassis trouble code that can occur in the Pontiac Bonneville. GM designated C0035 to indicate an issue with the left front wheel speed sensor. Replacing your Bonneville’s left front wheel speed sensor is the most common fix for C0035, but it’s not the only one. C0035 …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville: Engine Power Reduced
Many late model GM-made vehicles, such as the Pontiac Bonneville use an “Engine Power Reduced” mode when they detect a potentially catastrophic problem. Reduced engine power has been known to come on at very inopportune times (such as while driving on the highway). Many components can cause the engine power …
Read More »Pontiac Bonneville P2279 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Diagnosis
P2279 is a generic OBD-II code. It indicates there is a vacuum leak coming from your Pontiac Bonneville’s air intake system. While P2279 is a generic code (it has the same definition for the Bonneville as it would any other vehicle made after 1996), repair steps will vary based on …
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