2000 Chevy Cavalier engine quit and won't start

20

Asked by detroitcj81 Mar 09, 2015 at 02:47 AM about the 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I'm not the best with cars but I will try to
explain as best I can. Just last week I put a
new alternator and fuel filter in and got an
oil change. I was driving on the freeway
when i felt a small bang (thought i blew a
tire but didn't) and the car just quit. I
noticed when i pulled over the oil light came
on. I have power but the car won't turn over.
I have no clue what's wrong. The bang I felt
worries me but any tips on what to look for
would be appreciated.

1 Answer

1,205

I'm pretty sure you blew the motor. check the oil level see if it still has oil in it. get a socket and ratchet and try to turn the harmonic balencer. if it does not turn the motor is locked up.

Your Answer:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier

Review another car

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    John Saffrahn
    Reputation
    4,830
  • #2
    dandyoun
    Reputation
    1,990
  • #3
    mbar1
    Reputation
    1,670
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Corvette
725 Great Deals out of 12,191 listings starting at $3,200
Used Chevrolet Camaro
600 Great Deals out of 9,406 listings starting at $2,150
Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500
4,193 Great Deals out of 131,957 listings starting at $1,000
Used Honda Civic
1,371 Great Deals out of 29,067 listings starting at $600
Used Pontiac Sunfire
18 listings
Used Chevrolet Tahoe
1,069 Great Deals out of 20,056 listings starting at $1,300
Used Toyota Camry
2,091 Great Deals out of 37,807 listings starting at $575

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.