What kind of transmission problem does GMC Safari have?

What kind of transmission problem does GMC Safari have?

I have a 1999 GMC Safari with only 3300 miles (not a typo). After coming home last evening from a 1-1/2 hour drive, after a stop sign, the transmission had an abrupt shift from 1-2 gear. It happened all the way home from off the freeway to driveway (approx 4 miles).

When did GMC Safari switch from 1st to 2nd gear?

On August 1, 1997 I bought the above vehicle from you through Bob Stall Chevrolet, La Mesa, California. On September 6, 2000, it developed the serious defect of abruptly shifting from 1st to 2nd gear after approximately 30 minutes or 17 to 20 miles of driving.

What to do when 2.1-2 shift does not happen?

2. 1-2 shift does not happen at WOT (Wide Open Throttle) until you let off the gas: Best case: try replacing the TPS. Middle case: leak in the 2nd gear apply circuit (servo assembly or 1-2 accumulator). Double check by using the pressure gauge and watch for a big drop when the PCM commands 2nd gear.

When to go to the dealer for a transmission problem?

Go to the dealer when the problem is occurring (when you are in “limp mode”) and have them pull the code (probably P1830: transmission component slipping) and experience the symptoms. I believe that will initiate a response for you, and I doubt that anything else will.

I have a 1999 GMC Safari with only 3300 miles (not a typo). After coming home last evening from a 1-1/2 hour drive, after a stop sign, the transmission had an abrupt shift from 1-2 gear. It happened all the way home from off the freeway to driveway (approx 4 miles).

On August 1, 1997 I bought the above vehicle from you through Bob Stall Chevrolet, La Mesa, California. On September 6, 2000, it developed the serious defect of abruptly shifting from 1st to 2nd gear after approximately 30 minutes or 17 to 20 miles of driving.

How to test shift solenoids on GM 4.3L?

In this article, I’ll show you how to test the transmission shift solenoids (specifically 1-2 solenoid and 2-3 solenoid) on your GM 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L pick up, van, SUV. You’ll be surprised just how easy it is to diagnose these shift solenoids when they have failed.

How to fix a GMC Sierra 1500 transmission?

Yes that’s has happen to two of my 93 Chevy Silverado 4×4 , 1 and 2 fine then free wheel in overdrive. Just change 1-2 – 3-4 solenoids first and if that doesn’t work change the computer per Ebay it’s the cheapest. Hope this helps JJD 36 people found this helpful. My buddy changed his distributor and cured the tranny problems.

What kind of transmission does a 1994 GMC Sierra have?

I’ve got a 1994 GMC Sierra 4X4 5.7 I purchased from an older couple. It has been sitting a year. She said years ago they had tranny trouble; it would stay in low.

In this article, I’ll show you how to test the transmission shift solenoids (specifically 1-2 solenoid and 2-3 solenoid) on your GM 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L pick up, van, SUV. You’ll be surprised just how easy it is to diagnose these shift solenoids when they have failed.

Yes that’s has happen to two of my 93 Chevy Silverado 4×4 , 1 and 2 fine then free wheel in overdrive. Just change 1-2 – 3-4 solenoids first and if that doesn’t work change the computer per Ebay it’s the cheapest. Hope this helps JJD 36 people found this helpful. My buddy changed his distributor and cured the tranny problems.

Is the 4L60-E transmission shift solenoid the same part number?

Let’s move on the next subheading and find out what are the most common symptoms when these two buggers fail. You can buy the 4L60-E transmission shift solenoids online (which will save you some bucks). Both the A and B shift solenoids are the same part number.

Is the GMC Safari a rear wheel drive vehicle?

Sold alongside the GMC Safari, the Astro was marketed in multiple configurations, including passenger minivan and cargo van. The Astro and Safari are GM M-body vehicles, using a rear-wheel drive chassis; all-wheel drive became an option in 1990.

When did the Chevrolet Astro and Safari come out?

Background. The Astro and Safari were introduced for 1985 as the first minivan from General Motors. While marketed as a response to the first-generation Chrysler minivans, GM adapted a rear-wheel drive layout, sizing the Astro and Safari closely to the short-wheelbase Chevrolet G10 van. Similar to the Ford Aerostar, to reduce production costs,…

How tall is the GMC Safari in feet?

Overall height: 75.0 ” Overall Length: 189.8 ” Overall Width: 77.5 ” Rear Head Room: 37.9 ” Rear Leg Room: 36.5 ” Wheelbase: 111.2 ” Displacement: 262 cu.in. Engine liters: 4.3 Fuel tank capacity: 27.0gal. Diameter: 15.0″ Curb weight: 4,187 lbs. Gross vehicle weight: 5,950 lbs.

What kind of engine do you need to tow a Sierra?

Sierra’s 9,200-lb rating requires a properly equipped AT4 Crew Cab Short Bed 4WD model with 5.3L V8 engine. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.

How to check battery voltage in GMC Safari?

Remove the large 17 pin connector from the instrument cluster. Using a digital Volt/Ohm meter, measure the voltage from pin A13 to gnd with the ignition in run. The meter should read battery voltage. If the readings are less than battery voltage, or zero, repair the pink/white wire from the ignition switch.

What kind of gas mileage does GMC Safari get?

I have a 2005 GMC Safari passenger van and I preveiously had a ’93 GMC Safari conversion van, so, I am familiar with the vehicles. My problem is that this ’05 gets horrible gas mileage, about 12 mpg city or highway.

What kind of steering does a 2005 GMC Safari have?

The 2005 van has “rack & pinion” steering that is different from the ’93, the ’93 could just about turn around in its own shadow, the ’05 needs a city block in which to turn around. I am rapidly giving up hope on this vehicle ever getting close to the mileage that the ’93 did.

What kind of car won’t shift out of second gear?

If you own a Chrysler vehicle and it won’t shift out of second gear, read this post. If you own a Chrysler, Dodge, or Plymouth vehicle and discover that the transmission will shift from first to second gear but will not shift out of second gear, your vehicle has locked itself into “limp-in” mode.

What happens when one of the shift solenoids fails?

When any one of these two shift solenoids fail, the PCM commands the transmission to operate in LIMP IN MODE and this means that the transmission will run in 2nd gear only (no 1st and no 3rd or 4th).

How much does it cost to replace ABS on GMC Safari?

The Anti-lock brake system (ABS) control unit may fail internally causing the ABS warning light to illuminate. The average cost for a GMC Safari ABS Control Module Replacement is between $1,055 -$1,068. Learn More After driving for either 1 mile or sometimes 18 miles the ABS and Brake light come on at the same time.

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