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32454
Hi Folks, I seem to be on a yearly tire replacement cycle with my Cat. I've had it to the alignment shop twice now and it still eats 'em like candy. Is there...
zanimul
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Nov 4, 2009
4:51 pm
32455
Excessive tire wear, especially on the inside edges, is almost always due to worn bushings in the front control arms, and if they are worn out, alignments will...
cateraowners
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Nov 4, 2009
6:02 pm
32456
Tires in my 2000 have not made it over 35000miles. Tires wear in the inside. The control arm bushings in the front suspension are fine, and camber in the...
tuctem
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Nov 4, 2009
7:52 pm
32457
When you say the "control arm bushings are fine" just because the camber is okay, that's not the whole story. The rear vertical bushing adjusts toe under...
cateraowners
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Nov 4, 2009
9:08 pm
32458
Oh boy Tom, thanks; once again you distinguished yourself with your explanation. In fact in my case I inspected the bushings myself when the car was up on the...
tuctem
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Nov 5, 2009
12:00 am
32459
After having the inner tie rod ends replaced and also the idler arm due to slop, I had the camber and toe in/out reset to different specs than what the...
Tyrrell
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Nov 5, 2009
12:15 am
32460
I totally agree with your assessment regarding the rear/vertical bushing being a major factor. Since they are designed to add toe-in under braking they are...
elvin315
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Nov 5, 2009
12:23 am
32462
Another rear suspension bushing kit. This one for camber and toe.Rear Camber & Toe Eccentric Bushing Kit ...
elvin315
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Nov 5, 2009
12:52 am
32463
The UK parts I've seen online over there show the same bushing material changes as those sold here, and the Euro aftermarket control arms have been reported to...
cateraowners
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Nov 5, 2009
1:13 am
32464
The control arms are MUCH heavier than the OEM you'd get from the dealer. WAY thicker and heavier. And soooo cheap!...
MichaelA
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Nov 5, 2009
4:06 am
32465
Wow, that's a lot of info, all good stuff for front end. However, I missed one word in my original message (in my mind I typed it!). Regardless, it should...
zanimul
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Nov 5, 2009
3:00 pm
32466
Greetings Cat Owners ( + )!( + ) ... We have a limited number of wholesaler closeout parts available for your 1997 CADILLAC CATERA and possibly other vehicles...
gifutiger
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Nov 5, 2009
4:34 pm
32467
Thanks for the notice, can you try pasting the URL of the link in the e-mail? The original mail you pasted here doesn't include an active link. Thanks....
cateraowners
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Nov 5, 2009
4:40 pm
32468
I'd be looking at the alignments and bushings in the rear control arms. As mentioned here earlier, there are bushings out there aftermarket that allow you to...
cateraowners
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Nov 5, 2009
4:42 pm
32469
Hi, I bought a 2001 Catera for my son's first car. He hasn't even driven it yet and it has been to two shops (one being the dealer). They stated I need an...
jwillems2000
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Nov 5, 2009
6:20 pm
32470
yu can get a rebuilt one for about 150.00 with a trade in and removal of the old one and sending it in  for a trade. or try wrecking  yard  in your area....
albert purnell
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Nov 5, 2009
6:37 pm
32471
Besides getting a rebuild ECBM for a few hundred and to it yourself (or non dealer trusted mech.) you may also want to check the pickup sensor and sensor...
Pernesky, Dave
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Nov 5, 2009
6:52 pm
32472
The link/URL location is at the bottom of the posting, www.rockauto.com Cheers Harry ø?ºº?ø,¸¸,ø?ºº?ø,¸¸,ø?ºº?ø,¸¸,ø?º?ø...
gifutiger
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Nov 5, 2009
7:42 pm
32473
There are a number of firms that offer ABS/EBTCM module rebuild services for Cateras. If you search the archives you will see them. You can also search on...
cateraowners
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Nov 5, 2009
8:56 pm
32474
This may sound funny to you but, do u have any oil leaks under car. If so, this could cause oil blowback on the electronic speed sensor on transmission. I got...
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rnwgg1
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Nov 5, 2009
9:28 pm
32475
No leaks that I have seen. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry ... From: rnwgg1@... Date: Thu, 5 Nov 2009 21:28:43 To:...
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jwillems2000
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Nov 5, 2009
9:29 pm
32476
Check the electronic speed control sensor on the transmission underneath car Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® ... From:...
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rnwgg1
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Nov 5, 2009
9:34 pm
32477
I had exactly the same problem your referring too, with my 2001 Catera Sport. I was was directed to a ebay.motors.com, and searched out bba_remaninc (found...
gigh301
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Nov 5, 2009
9:47 pm
32478
I have one rebuilt will sell for 50.00 shipped CONUS guarnteed...
gjenn12
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Nov 6, 2009
4:18 am
32479
you need to Start with the Transmission Speed Sensor,make sure is working,you will need a scanner to read ABS codes (most scanners do)don't start just putting...
Caddy Man
marcospedraza
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Nov 6, 2009
5:23 am
32480
I had the same problem, tried everything, I mean everything. Once I bit the bullet and changed the EBCM. it finally fixed it. Everything else seems easier and...
Patrick McFarland
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Nov 6, 2009
2:29 pm
32481
I would like to put this question out there for anyone to answer. I have a 1997 catera with 70000 miles.The windows are fogging up inside. Is this a heater...
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falconnn72
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Nov 7, 2009
6:57 pm
32482
Has anybody installed a remote starter and if yes what systems you need to deactivate or change (like anti theft etc) to make it work properly. Considering...
ba_ki
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Nov 7, 2009
9:01 pm
32483
Hello Everyone! Here is a FRESH selection of stuff members can have free! A selection of free books, PC games in this mix plus... LOTS MORE! ...
kimberlykingpops
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32484
Just got through with R&R oil cooler,Radiator,timing belt,serpentine belt and last but not least front brake pads and rotors.All toll spent about 800.00 plus...
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