Our 2005 Chevy Colorado started to die on us while driving. It would read REDUCED POWER and shut off completely no mater what speed we were going. You can wait 5 to 10 minutes and it would start up again only to die within a matter of minutes. We bought new batteries, no change. Read a lot of forums with the same problem. Most said we needed to replace or repair the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). I found a place in New York where you can remove PCM, extremely easy, and mail it to them and they repair it and send it back with a 5 year warranty. Car doesn't need to relearn PCM as it is the original and should be able to plug it in and go. I haven't received it back yet but will be sure to let you know the outcome. Wish me luck because we have been dealing with this a long time and are at our wits end.
When trying to start, the engine turns over but will not start. The engine lock light is on. After waiting 5 to 10 minutes, the engine starts. This is a recurring problems that has happened 7 times in the past month.
It really piss's me off, I work in the bridge construction trade and travel alot,ever time I get in my vehicle I wonder well is it gonna start or am I gonna have to waite 5-10 minutes.After 5-10 minutes it has never failed to start YET...If you have any info on this please email me so I can fix this problem.....
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Our 2005 Chevy Colorado started to die on us while driving. It would read REDUCED POWER and shut off completely no mater what speed we were going. You can wait 5 to 10 minutes and it would start up again only to die within a matter of minutes. We bought new batteries, no change. Read a lot of forums with the same problem. Most said we needed to replace or repair the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). I found a place in New York where you can remove PCM, extremely easy, and mail it to them and they repair it and send it back with a 5 year warranty. Car doesn't need to relearn PCM as it is the original and should be able to plug it in and go. I haven't received it back yet but will be sure to let you know the outcome. Wish me luck because we have been dealing with this a long time and are at our wits end.
- Richard L., Oakley, CA, US