Are there transmission problems in the GMC Yukon?

The transmission that is in the gmc’s 4L60E & 4L65E have weakness in the 3-4 clutches. I am fairly confident that is your problem. You are looking at a rebuild. I’m sorry to hear about your transmission.

Why does my transmission get stuck in 2nd gear?

This is often times a sign of low transmission fluid or a faulty transmission control solenoid. As you know, automatic transmissions use pressurized hydraulic fluid to change gears.

When did GMC Yukon SLT need to be replaced?

I got a 2002 yukon slt with a 4L60E tranny that had to be replaced around 85k miles. Im the 2nd owner and purchased when it had 67k miles. Previous owner stated they never used 4WD.

Why does my car not shift into third gear?

Such a problem is automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear. The transmission shifts into the first and then to second gear but does not move into the third gear. It seems that the gear slips into neutral when you push it to the third. Another instance could be the automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear at all.

Is the GMC 6 speed transmission a reliable transmission?

In other words the transmission is reliable if you deal with the clunking. A family member has a 2011 GMC and the 6 speed acts the same and he has over 200,000 miles on it.

Why is my Trans bad on my 4L60E?

Trans seems noisy when moving in 1st and Reverse, noise goes away instantly if you shift to N or the transmission goes into 3rd gear: Reaction planetary is worn out due to high miles or insufficient lubrication. Not a critical failure, but not a good sign either.

Are there any problems with the GM 8 speed transmission?

According to TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) 18-NA-355, the latest update addresses “torque converter clutch (TCC) shudder conditions on 8L45 and 8L90 ” eight-speed automatic transmissions, RPO codes M5N, M5T, M5U, and M5X. Affected vehicles include Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac vehicles, as follows.

When did my Yukon Denali XL have its first transmission failure?

Our 2007 Yukon Denali XL had its first transmission failure at 1,850 miles. At 55MPH it came out of gear, would not re-engage until we turned the ignition off and on three times. Limped back to the dealer with only 4 operating gears. The dealer rebuilt it.

Are there any transmission problems in GM cars?

GM has issued 13 technical service bulletins related to shifting issues alone, but “none of the suggested repairs have remedied the problem,” the lawsuit says. Dozens of complaints have been submitted by drivers to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration over these transmission problems.

Is the GMC Yukon XL having transmission problems?

Our 2002 Yukon XL has been having transmission problems. We are now on number 4 and counting… Four Times in the shop for transmission problems. We got our truck back from the last service in June with 49,000 miles.. we now have 63,000 miles and yes… transmission problems again….

Why does my GMC Yukon come out of first gear?

At 2,430 miles, while in the Sierras outside Yosemite at 2500 feet, the transmission heated up to almost 200 degrees (outside temp only 78), and it came out of gear again. This time it would not shift out of first gear until we let it sit overnight. Drove it back to the dealer. Now they are talking about putting in a new transmission.

Are there any transmission problems with my GMC Truck?

Newer GMC trucks equipped with a 6-speed 6L80 transmission can suffer from various intermittent or constant transmission issues. Symptoms include harsh or delayed shifting, inability to engage certain gears, and slipping when shifting gears. These problems can even lead to transmission overheating in some cases.

What causes a GMC to not shift gears?

Vehicle won’t move in any gear. Low transmission fluid level – One of the most common issues that prevent a GMC vehicle from shifting when placed in the Drive (D) or Reverse (R) is a low transmission fluid level. Shifter link – The shifter link connects the shifter to the transmission valve body.

Why is my overdrive not working on my car?

Band Failure – Most of the time the overdrive gear is going to fail to engage due to the wearing of the band for the Overdrive. The servo will no longer be able to engage it because of this wear. This is the physical problems that stops overdrive most of the time if no other issue is detected. Bands are pretty affordable.

Is there a truck that wont shift to overdrive?

In OD, truck shifts smooth through First, second and third, just wont shift to overdrive. Fluid is clean, no metal shavings, no burnt appearance or smell. To be quite honest, the trans looks great inside the pan.

Why is my 4L60E not shifting into overdrive?

As the 4L60E ages, one of the most common problems that it develops is that it won’t shift into overdrive anymore. Without overdrive, your vehicle turns into a time machine and takes you back to an era where it was the norm for a vehicle to scream down the highway at 3000 RPM.

Is the GMC Yukon Denali safe to drive?

The vehicle is very reliable (no repairs thus far), is extremely safe (built on a truck frame), and is very comfortable to drive (magnetic ride suspension, heated and cooled front seats, heated steering wheel, front and rear air conditioning, 10 speaker Bose stereo system with CD player, entertainment system – movies). Not sure how to choose?

Why does my GMC Yukon not go over 20 mph?

And the vehicle will not go over 20 mph on a level surface and bearly 3 mph up a moderately steep hill. Each time I have had it into the dealer for repair they have beeen stumped by what the cause of the problem is.

What’s the 1-2 shift on a GMC Yukon?

The 1-2 shift occurred normally. The 2-3 shift was delayed (the engine revved higher than the normal shift point of about 5,500 rpm), it eventually shifted into 3rd, and stayed there. The CEL lit up and the truck slowed down to about 40 mph, but it eventually allowed me to speed up, staying in 3rd the entire time.

Are there any issues with the GMC Yukon Denali?

Transmission problems, air conditioner problems, and the suspension COMPLETELY failed. NONE of these issues were covered by GM as they were over the 36,000 mile warranty.

What did I do with my GMC Yukon cel?

The CEL disappeared after a few ignition cycles. A few TSBs, #PIP4304A and #PIP4184B, and 09-07-30-004A, appear to be on point. I’m not that familiar with how automatic transmissions work, but the TSBs appear to involve disassembly of the transmission and the possible replacement of valves, control modules, etc., which sounds fairly involved.

What is the diysave10 code for GMC Yukon?

Use Code: DIYSAVE10 Online Ship-to-Home Orders Only A large SUV that’s shown a surprising amount of changeability to adapt to buyers’ needs, your GMC Yukon demonstrates strong road performance and numerous high-class features. Safeguard your SUV’s vital transmission system by investing in a new automatic transmission for GMC Yukon from AutoZone.

Where are the vent tubes on a GMC Yukon XL?

Installed a new GM trans and Engine into my 2002 XL Denali over the weekend and when hooking everything back up was confused about the vent line routing. There are 2 long vent tubes that go on the back of the transmission and it looks like one just ends to the open air.

Why does my GMC Yukon go out of gear?

Worries about your SUV’s transmission spinning without propelling your vehicle forward, slipping in and out of gear when you drive or transmission lag following a complete stop are no longer an issue.

Where to buy automatic transmission for GMC Yukon?

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Is the GMC Yukon SLE having transmission problems?

Turned our 2005 Yukon SLE off and waited for a few minutes and transmission started working again. We never had any signs of transmission problems and had our vehicle checked out before leaving home. We are now in a hotel trying to come up with a plan to get us back home safety.

Why does my transmission shift hard from 1st to 2nd gear?

The fluid gets dirty over time and when it does, it causes plenty of troubles. Hard shifting is one of them. If the color is dark brown or burnt, changing it is likely to solve this issue. Dirty transmission fluid. (Photo Source: procarreviews)

What was the transmission problem on my GMC Yukon?

Limped back to the dealer with only 4 operating gears. The dealer rebuilt it. At 2,430 miles, while in the Sierras outside Yosemite at 2500 feet, the transmission heated up to almost 200 degrees (outside temp only 78), and it came out of gear again. This time it would not shift out of first gear until we let it sit overnight.

What are the specs of a 2000 GMC Yukon?

Side-impact airbags for the front seats are a new standard feature. The Yukon now comes only as a four-door with an overall length of 199 inches, almost an inch shorter than the previous version and nearly six inches shorter than the Ford Expedition. Width and height have grown a couple of inches to 79 and 74 inches,… Show full review

How many seats does a GMC Yukon have?

The 2000 Yukon holds as many as nine if you spring for the optional three-place rear seat. The front and middle bench seats also hold three people, though a pair of front buckets is optional. The middle and rear seats fold for additional cargo room or can be removed; these seats are outfitted with integral wheels designed to make the chore easier.

What kind of transmission slips from 2nd to 3rd?

I have a 2004 GMC Yukon Denali. As the title states, my transmission slips while shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear. Right as it is about to shift into 3rd, RPMs just jump and it slips completely for a few seconds until it goes into 3rd.

I got a 2002 yukon slt with a 4L60E tranny that had to be replaced around 85k miles. Im the 2nd owner and purchased when it had 67k miles. Previous owner stated they never used 4WD.

What should I do if my transmission is slipping?

After adding the fluid, I suggest that while the car is running, you move the shift lever through the different gears on the shifter selector, and then check the fluid again. Running the shifter through the gears redirects the fluid to different parts of the transmission and removes the air pockets.

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