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Can bad fuel injectors cause transmission problems?

Can bad fuel injectors cause transmission problems?

For the most part, anything that affects the engine performance will lead to trouble shifting gears in your car. If the fuel system is too full or low or if the fuel filter or fuel injection system is dirty, these will also mess with the gears.

Are there any transmission problems with the Chevy Silverado?

A variety of transmission problems have been reported there and provide a little more detail about the issues. The 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 has 62 transmission problems reported. The most common issue includes surges and jerking.

Are there no reverse gears in a Chevy Silverado?

No Reverse in 2nd or 4th gear, 1st and 3rd only: Transmission goes into gear harshly, vehicle sluggish from start, no 1st, 4th, or torque convertor lockup, manual 2nd, 3rd, reverse gears only working, check engine light is on: Transmission is in Limp Home Mode or has no electrical power. Also, PCM has lots of error codes.

Are there any issues with the Chevy Silverado 1500?

If you skip ahead to the 2019 Silverado 1500, you will find five transmission problems. This is an improvement from 62 problems with the 2017 model. However, more issues may get reported as the 2019 models accrue more miles. The most common issue includes slamming into gear.

Can a shifting solenoid be replaced on a Chevy Silverado?

A shifting solenoid is pretty easy to replace; although, you have to remove the transmission pan to change them. A general trouble code may show that the transmission is slipping, but not pinpoint what the issue may be. Figure 2.

Why is the transmission not shifting on my Chevy Silverado?

Take a couple of easy steps to see why your truck is not shifting. No need to panic yet. This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado GMT800 (1999-2006). Your transmission is just supposed to shift and leave you alone.

A shifting solenoid is pretty easy to replace; although, you have to remove the transmission pan to change them. A general trouble code may show that the transmission is slipping, but not pinpoint what the issue may be. Figure 2.

Why does my Chevy Silverado not reverse forward?

Soon after, the transmission won’t engage forward, reverse, or both. Again, lack of maintenance is often the culprit. Once symptoms are present, it’s too late just to change the transmission fluid and filter.

Are there any problems with the Chevy Silverado?

Chevrolet Silverado engine problems aren’t restricted to faulty sensors. For 1999 to 2017 models, especially the V6 and 5.3-liter V8 engines, oil consumption was a real concern. We’re talking about 3 or 4 quarts between oil changes, and sometimes more.

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Ruth Doyle