Hold light flashing

KARITIGUE

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2009 CHEVROLET AVEO
58,000 MILES

The hold light flashes then the air conditioning stop working. If we unplug the battery for a few minutes then plug back up everything resets and works for a few days then does it again.

Friday, August 16th, 2013 AT 11:52 AM

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HMAC300

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This problem has nothing to do with the ac. If any sensors stop working on engine the computer shuts off a.c. and flashes HOLD light. The hold light flashing is the issue which usually means the turbine speed sensor needs to be replaced.

To be sure lets run the codes

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Here is a video showing the job being done with a diagrams BELOW to show you the location on your car.

https://youtu.be/f3bETtCIdxM

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Saturday, August 17th, 2013 AT 8:21 AM

BOOPERIII

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I had this problem and the shop replaced the sensor unit for $240.00 but at least is working again.

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Monday, May 14th, 2018 AT 12:15 PM

SGLANTZ

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2006 CHEVROLET AVEO
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
38,000 MILES

What does the Hold Light indicate when it is on but not flashing, and what is the purpose of the Hold Button on the shift console?

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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 AT 5:50 PM (Merged)

SIGNINGSIS

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When you push the hold button the hold light comes on. When it is on then you can drive the auto transmission car like a standard and shift through the gears.

If the hold light comes on and is flashing then apparently you must take in in for service. This is what is going on w/my 06 right now that and the check engine light is on

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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 AT 5:50 PM (Merged)