Are there transmission problems with my Chevy Avalanche?
Blown transmission at 15,000 miles. Trips to the dealer several times before w/ complaints of slipping transmission and banging into gear. Many other problems as well. Starter doesn’t disengage after ignition. Dealer says GM says I have to live with it.
Why does my Chevy Avalanche have wheel hop?
The computer needs some wheel spin in order to controll the torque. They say because there is no wheel spin, it gives full torque which causes the wheel hop. They said I could a high performance forward sprag gear (called a 29 element sprag gear) in the tranny to be able to handle larger tire & wheel combo.
Are there any reverse gears in my Trailblazer?
No reverse or any drive gears Hi Im new here but hoping to get some useful information that will shine light on this situation without swapping or rebuilding the transmission. My wife has a 2004 trailblazer , about 6 months ago I replaced tran fluids and filter.
Is the encoder on my 2002 Avalanche working?
After many encoder modules he found a update on the 2002 and did it to mine. It is a sensor that works with the encoder! Knock on wood it has worked well for several months now!
The computer needs some wheel spin in order to controll the torque. They say because there is no wheel spin, it gives full torque which causes the wheel hop. They said I could a high performance forward sprag gear (called a 29 element sprag gear) in the tranny to be able to handle larger tire & wheel combo.
Blown transmission at 15,000 miles. Trips to the dealer several times before w/ complaints of slipping transmission and banging into gear. Many other problems as well. Starter doesn’t disengage after ignition. Dealer says GM says I have to live with it.
After many encoder modules he found a update on the 2002 and did it to mine. It is a sensor that works with the encoder! Knock on wood it has worked well for several months now!
Is there an owners manual for a 2002 Avalache?
I purchased a used 2002 Avalache and it did not come with the owners manual. Does anyone know how I can get one? Here you go. This is a cool site.
Is there a problem shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear?
Have check engine, the computer says it needs the shift solenoid, the problem is it will not shift from 2nd to 3rd gear on an automatic transmission. Also found a vacuum line near to transmission disconnected but not sure where it goes.
How does a solenoid get power to shift gears?
The transmission control module (TCM) — the brains of the transmission — will send power to one of the shift solenoids in order to shift gears. Inside the solenoid, there’s a plunger surrounded by a magnetic coil.
Why is my Chevy transmission not shifting to higher gear?
Chevy transmission slipping or no reverse – Reverse clutches may be worn out a fluid leak, or a broken sun shell. Won’t shift to higher gear until you let off the gas – Faulty throttle position sensor. A leak in the servo assembly or accumulator.
What causes a transmission to slip in reverse?
These issues commonly can cause your transmission to slip. See if they apply to you and see what the solution is. Slow, slipping, or no reverse: You have a broken sunshell, or circuit issue in the valve body.
Why is my Shift Solenoid not working on my Chevy Silverado?
The shift solenoid has failed, or there is a wiring problem between PCM and transmission. Replace the shift solenoid located in transmission pan, or check wiring continuity. Shift solenoid B failed, or there is a wiring problem between PCM and transmission. No Drive in OD or D, but L2, L1 and R work: The forward sprag is broken.