If you’re filling your vehicle up regularly and still getting crummy mileage, there are a few things that could be to blame. In this post, we’ll explore some of the most common reasons your Pontiac Aztec is getting bad gas mileage. Before diving in, it’s important to note whether or not your Aztec’s check engine … Read more
If your Pontiac Aztec has metal shavings in the oil, it almost always indicates engine damage, but it’s not always easy to tell what is causing the issue. This article will help you figure out what’s going on with your vehicle. Metal shavings accompanied by a knocking sound typically indicate your Aztec has spun a … Read more
When your Pontiac Aztec is in Park, its engine RPM level (revolutions per minute) should stay relatively even. If it doesn’t, there’s likely something wrong with your engine. If your vehicle’s check engine light is on, we’ve provided the most common causes of RPMs going up and down while in Park and the common codes … Read more
Shocks and struts typically don’t last for the lifetime of a vehicle, If your Pontiac Aztec is experiencing poor handling, excessive wear on tires and suspension components, or a jarring noise, it likely has bad shocks or struts. If your Aztec is experiencing any steering problems, it’s vital to check your vehicle out immediately, as … Read more
The TPMS light indicates that your Pontiac Aztec’s tire pressure is above or below the minimum threshold set by the manufacturer. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light is the most common warning light on a modern vehicle. If you have a TPMS warning light, your vehicle’s tire pressure must be checked. If your Pontiac … Read more
It can be very jarring when your Pontiac Aztec shakes when idle. If your Aztec has this problem, many issues can cause it. We’ve lined out some of the most common causes below. The most common reasons a vehicle shakes when idling is a misfire or bad motor mount. Table of Contents Pontiac Aztec Shaking … Read more
One of the most inconvenient things that can happen to your Pontiac Aztec is when the speedometer stops working. You don’t realize how much you look at the thing until it’s always sitting at 0 MPH while driving down the road. If your vehicle’s speedometer is not working, it’s usually caused by an issue with … Read more
P1174 and P1175 are GM-specific DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes). They indicate fuel bank trim issues on bank 1 and bank 2 of your Pontiac Aztec. Pontiac Aztec P1174 + P1175 Quick Info GM P1174 + P1175 Definition Fuel Trim Cylinder Balance (Bank 1 or Bank 2) Symptoms Mild misfire, MIL light Common Causes Bad O2 … Read more
Does your Pontiac Aztec have lights that come on and a clicking noise when you turn the key, but it won’t start? This article is meant to help you diagnose this exact scenario. The good news is that this is a fairly common no-start situation and is usually pretty easy to repair. A weak battery … Read more
If you find yourself in a situation where only one of Pontiac Aztec’s windshield wipers is working, there’s a lot you can do to get it fixed at home. We know that when only one windshield wiper is working, your Aztec’s windshield wiper motor is still functional. So we don’t need to check the windshield … Read more