HOW TO Replace All 4L60E Shift Solenoids and Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Solenoid. Silverado 1500

[@vechihardwick2099]

The best video I've seen here. Didn't know it was this easy. Dealer wanted to charge me $2000 just for what you showed. Thank you.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Thanks! Best of luck with it!

[@james10739]

Surely 2 grand wasn't just changing solenoids right

[@jacobnagy6043]

@@james10739 I wouldn't be surprised if it was only for solenoids. Dealers are insanely overpriced

[@lyndelld1]

frickin dealers

[@m998hmmwv7]

I'm here because a transmission shop is trying to get 4.000 dollars saying he's going to rebuild my entire transmission in one day.. I think he's probably a crook just going to replace these solenoids and charge me for a rebuild.

[@castanedadennis8750]

It's amazing to me how many people have put so much work into learning these things and making videos and channels like this but haven't learns that you can siphon the fluid out of the dipstick tube. It's way cleaner and easier then trying to judge where the fluid will spill.

[@jordangarcia4668]

Just learned this the other day but a quick and efficient way to remove old gasket material is to hit it with the wire wheel from a bench grinder,makes life so much easier than sitting there with a blade and solvents just thought I’d throw that out there for anyone in the comment section. great video very informative look forward to more videos.

[@aronlinde1723]

Just ensure you wire wheel away from the exposed components. No need to put crap in your transmission.

[@peacepoet1947]

@@aronlinde1723 wire wheel spinning, throwing gasket materials all over the engine or transmission doesn't sound good to me.

[@fenixchief7]

​@@peacepoet1947 do you two know what a bench grinder is?

[@peacepoet1947]

@@fenixchief7 yes and I also have an angle grinder. Your point is what?

[@edmendoza5174]

​@@peacepoet1947 his point was, he's not taking a bench grinder underneath the truck!

[@robindotson440]

Great video, my truck was stuck with just 3rd gear…I had 1st and 2nd if I manually shifted there. Video, couple jack stands and 3hrs from start to finish and my truck runs the way it should again. Thanks so much for the good detail and step by step repair!

[@ronnmiller9085]

Why do you need to change the 23 or clutch solenoids? Not enough information and most solenoids replaced in videos never even mentioned or talk about them, only the shift solenoids! Reasons?

[@lkazanov]

I love your GM Chevy content, I always found useful to drop an extraction dipstick and suck all the transmission fluid out. Makes it much easier in terms of avoiding a mess.

[@colindubord4239]

Great Idea Man. Thank you

[@james10739]

Ya I've done that my suburbans have plugs but they are retarded tight and stripped I welded a nut in one and put a new one in and on my Silverado I installed a plug kit because ya it sucks doing it full

[@MrSlm1981]

Y’all make it look so easy, makes me jealous about y’all having a lift. I’m about to embark on this journey on my 07 Yukon xl laying on my back on the ground. But very informative and I’d like to thank y’all for the simplicity of this video

[@TheSundaeDrive]

A lift definitely makes it easier. We are fortunate for sure! Best of luck with it!

[@bigamemphis10]

Same here with my 05 Tahoe, good luck

[@gageknott8502]

Did that yesterday for about 6 hours gotta change solenoids to because I have code being thrown so another 6 hours

[@MrSlm1981]

Update, after being thrown around by various parts stores and finally finding a transmission specialist, I’ve come to realize that I have a 6l80 and it’s a complete part that’s a tad more expensive than just the solenoids. On top of that once it gets fixed it has to be programmed by a g.m.c dealer. So I just said screw it and sent it away to be fixed by someone else.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Interesting. I didn't realize the 6l80 had been around for that long. Glad you got it figured out!

[@doktormalifiko5488]

The shifter linkage bracket on my 03 Yukon XL (2wd, 1/2 ton) was actually pretty easy to move. There is 1 Torx T-30 directly over the rear driver side pan bolt on top of the transmission flange. The other is two bolts forward (one bolt on the pan between them) both can be hit pretty easily from the tail end of the transmission. Remove the one on the corner, and loosen the one forward of it, and the bracket swings completely out of the way. Don’t even have to touch the exhaust flanges, and no wrestling to bend the bracket back into position when your done. Much easier, imho. Great video, guys. And best of luck to all y’all digging in and fixing this yourselves.

[@FunDuude]

LOL. Well, it was either the $120 in parts and doing the work myself, or Taking it to the transmission guy and spending $900. In hindsight the job was way to easy for me justifying paying ANYBODY $900 to do the job. As inexperienced as I may be, it only took me (cumulatively) 1.5 hrs.

[@victorcorona8008]

@@FunDuudeanything to make sure to not forget that may make the job easier? I’m fixing to do the same thing soon- did you flush your transmission with new oil or just pop the pan in and put new oil in

[@FunDuude]

@@victorcorona8008 ...I drained everything that was in the pan (1 gallon and a 1/4) and then refilled it after the job.

[@moycorral7870]

Do we need to disconnect the battery?

[@xxtyler420xx]

Just did this. Only had 2 and 3rd gear with a code p0753. Anyways changing solenoids fixed my issue thanks for this tutorial. I would like to add though, I didn't need to remove or loosen exhaust at all. Shift cable bracket has two t40 bolts on side that are very easy to remove. Once removed the bracket my pan came down nice and smooth 0 issues. Thanks again for this video. You da man

[@KollynJ]

Nice! What were you symptoms before? Was your atf fluid bad?

[@xxtyler420xx]

@@KollynJ my symptoms were I only had 2nd and 3rd gear. Lol my fluid was fine. It was the solenoids that were the problem.

[@jessefarley4609]

This weekend I also have the same issue the p0753 and I have a mild tune so I'll also be installing a Corvette servo if the parts come in this weekend the transmission feels strong I just don't have OverDrive so it's like driving a 80 Chevy truck on 35s

[@Texas_slug]

How much of fluid did it take

[@nymack66]

Excellent video, thanks for not including some crazy music like most, I am going to tackle this on my 2006 Silverado 5.3 with a 4L60E

[@TheSundaeDrive]

No problem! Glad it helped

[@miketin745]

Does rattling under my 2001 chevy silverado mean it's the rear end or the transmission

[@killaKakashi947]

I had a problem where whenever I get past 30mph it would go into like a false neutral. I replaced all the sensors and filter on the ground getting covered in ATF. It's FIXED AND SHIFTS LIKE NEW 👍 I'm very happy. You can do it just a pain.

[@GreyGhost615]

I just replaced my A&B solenoids , filter and fluid. It didn't fix my issue. But I didn't replaced the other 2 here. I think I'm gonna drop my pan again and get them 2 in and at least take a swing at it before I replace the Tranny. Mine gets to almost 40mph and it starts to Rev high like it's getting nowhere, or like it not going into the next gear. Like if I get it high Rev and release off the gas, it seams to go down, then kick in. But it revs high still after the kick in Idk? I thought the A&B, but I didn't get the 3-2 down shift and the other here. So maybe I'll swing at that and see If I have your outcome. Wish me luck.

[@martincorrell950]

@@GreyGhost615 how'd it go?

[@GreyGhost615]

@@martincorrell950 I haven't got a shot at dropping the pan again yet to change the 3-2 down and the TCC solenoids. But I've also been digging around. If it's not that, I'll probably just try and grab a new/used and toss it in there. Go ahead change all them in the used. But we'll see. I've just been a little busy.

[@IntegraGSR5]

@@GreyGhost615 keep us updated. Thanks.

[@isaiahavinarosas8509]

@@GreyGhost615 update?

[@shaneintegra]

Quick tip, while you got the pan off, measuer a tupe small enough to go down the dipstick tube and just past the end (inside the pan) use that to pump the fluid in and itll be easier to read your fluid level

[@AHammbone]

Oh f yes. Great idea I'm definitely doing that because I have to do it on the ground and that will make it so much cleaner. Thanks!

[@imaslowlerner]

Thanks so much. I just bought a 2003 GMC 1500 Z71 off road for $1500. Was told that it needs a new transmission. Let's see if your video will solve the problem. 😁

[@c_mac7773]

LET US KNOW PLEASE!! 🇺🇸👊🏻💪🏻🤙🏼

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Hope it helps!

[@KollynJ]

Did it work

[@therealalfonce1155]

Did it work??

[@danielcloutier1861]

Wow what a deal !! 15

[@MexicanMovie]

Thanks for the great video, i saved it to my favorites.. My 2006 has 186k and the motor & tranny both work just fine, but I'm constantly worried about what could go wrong next and don't like going on trips more than 60 miles from home just in case. This is going on my list of things to do for sure.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Glad to help!

[@gweedomurray9923]

I found it helpful in the event I ever have to do this job. The part about watching for spring loaded ejections is priceless. Thanks ! :-)

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Haha 😂 glad to help!

[@choctaw330]

Man this video helped me out tremendously. I followed every step and my truck is back shifting smooth as hell. Thanks a lot!!!

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Awesome! Glad to hear it

[@torianofoster3069]

Thanks for the video. I’m going to have to replace my solenoids because I’m getting a P0796 code saying that it’s stuck “Off”. I have a 2012 Yukon Denali and this video just showed me that I can do it myself and save money. Appreciate it!

[@russellstephan6844]

I switched over to vacuum extraction for oil changes a number of years ago. A nice side benefit is, of course, doing extraction for transmissions too! It's nice to suck out most of the fluid before dropping the pan. It makes things a lot easier, cleaner, and far more pleasant!

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Yes very true. Need to start doing that as well

[@FunDuude]

How much does one of those "suckers" cost?

[@montanaactionpaintball8867]

​@@FunDuudeharbor freight has them $100 or so

[@DocZoidberg549]

I use pans with drain plugs. About 30 bucks on Amazon.

[@russellstephan6844]

@@DocZoidberg549 Yep! I have such a pan installed too! They're very handy if going in and out frequently for tuning and such. Still, the vacuum extractor is nice since simple oil changes and such can be done without jacking up the vehicle... Once a year or so everything makes its way up to the sky for routine brake maintenance and such. Then, a full pan drain and filter change can be performed.

[@ufknsuk]

Tip that helped me: Rather than moving the exhaust to drop the pan, it's easier to loosen the transmission bolts on the crossmember and jack the transmission up a little bit for clearance

[@ryanmclaughlin1803]

I had to replace my 3-2 solenoid, this video was very helpful! Great channel. Thank you for uploading!

[@TattooTonyAlton]

Buy a mighty vac or one from grainger long rigid tube into the trans pan, suck all the fluid out before removing pan

[@richiej2640351]

@@TattooTonyAlton yup that’s what I did, but I used a small hose and a spray bottle head it took alittle while to get it all but it worked

[@Lt_Tragg]

What were the symptoms/issues/faults?

[@JUANRODRIGUEZ-lz4pi]

All the way from Aransas Pass Texas. Thanks for the video I just did my 1996 Silverado on my back took me two hrs. Drained oil from the top and the little that was left I did it from the bottom. I didn’t have to loosen the linkeage just tilted the pan a little. Thanks again.

[@dilinplayz4249]

Quick tip* the bolt for the linkeadge bracket is a t30 torq. It's usually easy to remove with a ratchet and t30 tip. I don't recommend bending the bracket to get the pan out. Atleast try to do it that way before prying on the transmission 🙏

[@jeffstone7912]

Pro tip. Use a fluid evacuator through the dipstick and suck out the fluid before removing the pan. There are replacement pans, available with drain plug. Also, you can find a aluminum transmission pan that is deeper and has fins to help cool the transmission fluid. A nice upgrade. Any truck with a automatic transmission is a larger transmission cooler especially if you tow trailers.

[@michaeledwards487]

Thinks I was going crazy as hell you save me I'm the transmission man now

[@wilburosgoodwormsley]

I just did a filter change on one of these theres a bolt that holds the bracket located on top( one end has a screw the other end the bolt) remove it take a pry bar and push it out of the way to put it back tap the bracket with a hammer. You dont need to remove the exhaust you dont need to remove the tranny mount bolts and jack up the tranny its super easy. The bolt is half inch just like the pan bolts. Good luck!

[@jason6325]

They put that stupid shift linkage bracket they're on purpose. Id love to meet one of them gm engineers on a dark alley one time.

[@JimenezJason-yes]

Yes

[@MadAtMax.300Blackout]

The 90s gm engineers were way nicer than 90s/2000s Ford engineers. Ford can kiss my ass with all their unnecessary bullshit.

[@2Mont106]

AWESOME JOB!

[@Evanrude000]

Oh,hell yes they did. First time I bent it over.After I bought another,because the linkage wouldn't adjust right,I somehow made my hands small enough to get out and put in those 2 bolts. Used a pivot head 1/4 drive ratchet.Another thing. Why in the fuck did they run the exhaust right up under the pan?Guess what kills transmissions? Heat,and its coming off the upstream converter that on a good day only gets maybe 8 or 900 degress.

[@rudygonzalez7554]

If you find em, make sure to invite the Ford engineer that night and see if you can text me an invite 💪🏻💯

[@brandonlancon9511]

Sir you are a legend for providing part numbers.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Thank you! That’s what we’re here for!

[@jewllake]

even lying on my back with the 4wd drive shaft in the way, I take the top bracket bolts off instead of bending the bracket. It's not too hard especially if you change the torx head bolts to regular 13mm head bolts. The deep pan clears the cross over pipe well with out messing with the exhaust. This is on my 2006 GMC Yukon with the 5.3

[@franklee9127]

Do they not make these pans with drain plugs so you don't have to make a big ass mess??

[@jewllake]

@@franklee9127 Yes they do. I bought a pan for a 2003 GMC and it has the factory drain bolt.

[@franklee9127]

My 98 Z-71 is throwing the 3-2 solenoid code, might try this

[@TheSundaeDrive]

That's definitely the correct way to do it. Don't risk messing up your ebrake

[@ricardov1285]

I need a vid of this bracket removal

[@moykenaldo8408]

This video gonna be my guide tomorrow on my 99 Silverado

[@dustyweasel41]

Hey thanks! I’m not sure if your truck is the same as my 2004 hummer h2, (mine has a bolted on cage)but to avoid the exhaust and that bracket, I used your method to drain most of the one side. After that, and taking out the front bolts, I reached over the pan, pulled the filter off and let it fall into the pan. Then it slid right out. Hope this helps someone out. Great video!

[@4321alireza]

I bought 94 chevy Silverado 1500 5.7L 4x4, The car has been lying dormant for 15 years , when I started to test drive, It shifts gears 1st to 2nd very smoothly, but for 2nd to 3rd and 4, I have to press the gas pedal several times to change gears, When I looked at the transmission fluid it is full of bubbles, it has too much fluid 5 cm above the hot mark, and the color is almost black, do you think the problem is from fluid or solenoids, or need to rebuild the transmission? How should I know the transmission is 4l60-e or 4l60 ? Thanks

[@TheSundaeDrive]

I would fix the fluid level and see how it does after that. Get a vacuum pump and suck it out the dip stick and refill with fresh fluid

[@horaciomendez965]

You really help me out i just replace the 2 shift sensors

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Awesome! Glad it helped!

[@TTown81]

Just stumbled across this great video. Just curious, do you need to reprogram any of the solenoids after installing?

[@SFitz3]

What a great video. very complete and comprehensive. Thanks for posting

[@TheSundaeDrive]

No problem! Glad it helped!

[@blakeschuyler6736]

I applaud your details in the description, you saint

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Thank you!

[@kennethhein-bp1mh]

I am currently changing shift solenoids on my 05 Silverado. In the video you didn’t show what the 3-2 solenoid looked like. Does it look identical to the torque converter solenoid? I’m having a hard time finding the part at parts store. 3-2 solenoid was found.

[@JayandDreOffGrid]

I'm having the same issue! Did you end up figuring it out?

[@50footofflame91]

I think there is something to be mentioned here in labeling what is what. The first solenoid you took out appears to be the TCC/PWM solenoid; which you did identify. Directly over the connector for that, is the torque converter clutch solenoid valve which is being held on by those two black bolts and bracket that comes attached to that solenoid. If you come up with a code for the TCC solenoid; you might want to replace the TCC solenoid valve as well

[@michaelpearce8661]

I have a 94 GMC Sierra C3500. Got a code 39 and can't seem to get much information about it from anyone so far. It says that it is a Torque Converter clutch sensor. Where is located on my 94 transmission? Is it in the same place as shown in this video?

[@50footofflame91]

@@michaelpearce8661 Should be in the same place. If you are going to fix it yourself, I'll tell you it made it a heck of a lot easier on me to simply buy a new transmission pan. Was only about $30 and came with a new gasket. Sooo much easier than trying to remove all of the old gasket from the old pan and less cussing.

[@gabeh.5061]

@@50footofflame91 same here. And if you’re feeling froggy, you could spend about $50 and get a trans pan with a drain bolt. Makes life so much easier lol

[@gradyhernandez4699]

​@@gabeh.5061yes some Asian cars have a transmission drain plug. Smart idea

[@drewmderrick]

Great video super helpful. The only thing I noticed is you didn’t go over the seal that holds the filter in. I’m having trouble getting the old one out so I can put the new one in.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

They are a pain to remove. Just take your time with it and be careful not to scratch the side walls.

[@HossStyle1]

Doing this very soon on one of my tahoe's. This video is very helpful. Thank you for an easy to watch, very well done video.

[@Mark-Anthony601]

Clear instructions and explanations. Good video and audio quality.

[@williamkee7924]

Have to replace my TCC and 3-2 tomorrow. Doesn’t seem that bad.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

not bad at all

[@trdsport]

Hey someone help me plz. Ok I have 05' TB and it shows the engine light but want shift into 3rd gear. Can it be this problem or ppl saying my tranny is going out. But when I'm driving doesn't seem like it

[@jacobtaylor9202]

@@trdsport could be the shift solenoids. Did you scan the engine light to see if it threw a code?

[@thesetruths1404]

Excellent info! I have the special 1995 4L60E in my 1995 4x4 Silverado. If the case is cracked, what years are best to look for to use my 1995 internals with? 93 and 94, or 1996 and 97? Thanks!

[@dustinw5527]

Hey thanks for taking the time to make this video much appreciated. I think this is ultimately what I am going to have to do with my 99 two door Tahoe. I replaced the fuel pump yesterday and drove it to work and it takes off from a stop just fine but if you push the accelerator hard to pass or let's say getting on to the interstate it acts like it's in neutral. If I back off and feather the throttle I can get to a higher speed. I am hoping to get some feedback on what you might think the issue is? I am going to check the simple stuff first.. The fluid, grounds, electrical harness for any rub through, linkage, and the throttle position sensor. I am almost positive that it's going to be the A and B shift solenoids.

[@tristinbrietzke5649]

I have the same issue with my 2000 gmc. I was thinking the wire from the throttle body that goes to the tranmission might be slacking. I'm taking my tranmission pan off tomorrow and replacing the filter and whatever else I can and i am going to see if it improves. Does your vehicle rpm go up past 4000 or does it struggle with that when you floor it?

[@dustinw5527]

@@tristinbrietzke5649 noticed that my rpms don't spike but it acts like its in neutral until I back off of the accelerator and feather it. I am going to start with a fluid flush then if that doesn't change anything I am going to do the same thing. drop the pan and replace all the solenoids. Also getting a pan with a plug. Easy to drain the fluid and I figure save some time cleaning the old pan. Now to only find the time to get at it...lol

[@tristinbrietzke5649]

@@dustinw5527 yeah we are going to do the same here when we have $$ to do it. Let me know if it fixes your issue!! These you tube people dont really have the time to ever respond to us commenters lol. If I get it done before you I'll let you know the outcome!

[@dustinw5527]

@@tristinbrietzke5649 yep will also let you know what the outcome i come up with. Sorry it won't be til this weekend. I work goofy hours and my garage is tied up with a 98 2 door tahoe. So it's the drive way for me... sure the neighbors would love me if I started wrenching at midnight...lol. I also would like to drop the pan and actually have the solenoids in my hand before heading to the parts store to compare them... my luck I would end up ordering what I think is right and end up having to make multiple trips to the parts store.

[@tristinbrietzke5649]

@@dustinw5527 lol that always happens. Best to take the part with you!

[@ratch3tgaming958]

Focus on the gasket around the outside , around the outside “brik brik baw chica chica chica brik brik baw” ooooooooooh geuss who’s back , back again lol . Thank you for the video helped a lot !

[@TheSundaeDrive]

lol glad to help!

[@robertomontero4585]

What was the problem before you replaced the solenoids?

[@billwheeler8155]

Best video I've ever seen, very good job thank you

[@CL-ok1gx]

Did this job, it really is way more work than these guys let you believe. The exhaust is right in the way of the pan. And if you're from New England no you can not remove exhaust bolts you must use ratchet straps and a block of wood to move the exhaust outta the way while bending the heat shield. Just throw the truck away GM/chevy are the worst vehicles ever made. I fixed my problem by buying a toyota if you're messing with the transmission of a gm just sell it.

[@wesleywright8742]

lol took me 1:30 used pb blaster and blowtorch on exhaust

[@Jedi_Luke]

Toyotas are much better vehicles.

[@moziasgezias]

I pulled my pan today and didn't need to move the exhaust at all, just needed a friend to bend the bracket while I pulled the pan

[@skud1971]

What year and type of truck/SUV do you have? I got an 03 5.3 Yukon XL.

[@moziasgezias]

@@skud1971 an 05 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 5.3 as well

[@timmytbone]

If you remove the front driveline on 4wd models, you can access the two bolts on the shift linkage bracket. These bolts require a 40 torx bit and a swivel head ratchet

[@planetdisclosure-filesdocs7018]

Is this what controls the automatic shifting ? something happened to my 4l60e on my chevy avalanche and now i have to manually shift from 1 2 3 to drive - would this cause that issue ?

[@basshnter1997]

Well done tutorial. I'm dreading doing this on my 01 sierra in my driveway. Has p0740,741,742 tcc codes.

[@shaquaviswoods]

My 2002 chevy suburban check engine light is reading the P0740 code with is the torque converter solenoid should I change all of the other solenoids also or just that 1 ?

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Since you’ll be in there, might as well change them all because it would suck to have another fail late and have to remove the pan again

[@ericcunningham4701]

Go on Amazon and get the kit with all solenoids ac delco.

[@robloxslayer5776]

Not sure if it’s exactly this but I got all the symptoms. Thanks

[@CherryACR]

Thank you! My 2003 Suburban quit shifting into 3rd. When I dropped the pan, both solenoids were broken. I'm not sure if I broke them when I took the pan off. I guess we'll see when I put the new ones on.... Also, I luckily had a drain plug.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Drain plugs are nice! Hope it worked out for you!

[@OSSCYT]

What turned out to be the issue? I have the same issue after replacing my auto trans pressure manifold sensor

[@CherryACR]

@@OSSCYT It wasn't the solenoids 😞 Everything went back together perfectly, and 1st and 2nd shift soooo smooth, but it just revs up to 6000 but will not shift into 3rd. So its time to either 1) do more KZbin to see if I can drop it and put another one in or 2) consult a shop. Luckily trannys for these are super common if I do it myself.

[@OSSCYT]

@@CherryACR if you figure it out id love to know! Im waiting on parts currently

[@KollynJ]

Did this work??? Having same thing

[@chapin2513]

question, may be silly. did you add a new gasket after removing the old one ?

[@nicholasalbright5969]

Thank you for making this video.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Glad to help!

[@derekwalker569]

Nice video by the way but I have a question concerning the A and B solenoid valve. Are both spring loaded? I removed both and only one was spring loaded. Can you confirm Thank you

[@ChinookBear]

Seems only one

[@breadwinnermolicker9375]

What happen

[@juanchavez7152]

What were the symptoms you were having that made you replace the solenoid?

[@lielyncher755]

Thanks. Iam wondering why too, part changing must serve a purpose.

[@GuanYufu]

Please answer this

[@landoooooooo69]

@@lielyncher755 mine were the 3-2 and the torque converter selinoid I chnaged all 5. Mine was stuck in 3rd woukdnt downshift and it stopped pulling chnaged fluid still wasn’t so I replaced it and it worked fine. Any slippage could be from the torque converter selinoid or your trans simply going out.

[@C435I]

Stuck In gear

[@JustinMussen]

Mines stuck in 3rd gear once it hits 3rd gear it won’t shift up or down on its own, replaced all the solenoids and still does it. Fluid didn’t smell burnt and there wasn’t a single shaving in the pan

[@Anthony-os8id]

you explained it well But regarding the two solenoids A,B at the front of the box could have used better lighting and a close up of the solenoids being taken out. Im still left guessing a little.

[@montanatatvan13]

2015 Chevrolet Suburban 2wd drive, 5.3 V8 (162K miles). Gear upshifts perfect but when it comes to downshifting on lower speed i.e stopping for a red light or stop sign it downshifts so hardly, I was wondering what could be the issue. Also, every morning after seats 4-5 hours in the parking garage, on D when pushing the acceleration pedal there is a very bad metal sound that comes from underneath the car about 3-4 seconds.

[@JamesSmith-xs7sr]

I have a 98 Sierra, 250k miles, all original. Driven easy, often serviced. No shifting problems. Would you recc replacing solenoids as a maintenance precaution?

[@damxgopak457]

Easier to get clearance by loosening the trans mount bolts then jack the trans tail up a little gets you the space you need to get the pan out with out messing with rusted exhaust bolts. I've been a wrench for 40 years thought I'd pass that one on.

[@BenjaminHartman-h7i]

Any “programming” needed? My 04 trailblazer is having issues. This might fix it. Online the part says “needs programming”

[@michaelwilkey5821]

Thanks for the great info !

[@michaelwilkey5821]

You can also take rear tail shaft mount loose and jack up the tail of tranny to get pan out

[@travisr24]

Awesome video! I’m getting ready to change the solenoids in my ‘13 4.8l Chevy. I’ve got the 4L60E in mine, but mine isn’t a 4x4, is it safe to assume all the solenoids are the same? I plan on using your video as reference, while doing it.

[@jerseyjim9092]

Great tutorial but most sources I've come across say that when you get a 0756 code, it typically means you need to replace or rebuild the tranny. Any way of knowing if new solenoids make good sense?

[@paxonearth]

Good question. Did you find your answer? It's an inexpensive gamble to replace the solenoids and fluid though, so I figure I'll try that first.

[@jerseyjim9092]

@@paxonearth mine put out another solenoid code the next day, this time 0751. Then I lost all gears except maybe 2nd. I towed it to a transmission shop. They said it failed the pressure test (so it was apparently something other than the shift solenoids) With 139k on it, I just told them to put a remanufactured one in.

[@jerseyjim9092]

@@paxonearth I seem to recall another channel showing a way to test the solenoids with a meter without removing the pan. It required an electrical diagram. Post up if your repacement works. I just had a feeling I wasnt going to be that lucky and have a code actually diagnose a problem rather than just a symptom.

[@paxonearth]

@@jerseyjim9092 I ordered the parts. Keep you posted…

[@jonathanbarnard1862]

Great video. Except do I need anything for the new gasket? (Glue,sealant,ect)

[@gordoontb3016]

What a good video spot on 💯💯💪

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Thanks!!

[@longracing25]

another question, i read in solenoid ads it says program:YES ,......i didnt see you do anything though. Is that newer GMs"

[@1962jchavez]

Great video! Very detailed Thank you!!!!!!

[@TheSundaeDrive]

No problem! Hope it helps!

[@Ng-mx8ob]

@@TheSundaeDrive MY CAR PLABLUM REPAIR ADDRESS MY CAR REPAIR

[@tomjoad1940]

I recently replaced the shift solenoids in my 97 when changing the transmission filter. One of shift valves popped out like yours did. I put it back in and installed the new solenoids. I put everything back together and now it wont move in reverse. Drive works though. Any idea what i may have done wrong?

[@pedroveronica54]

I replaced all of them as well but my transmission still won’t go past first gear any ideas on what else I can try before I get raped at the transmission shop thanks bro !! 2007 chevy avalanche 4x4

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Sadly it may be a deeper issue :(

[@waltercardenas7354]

Very good video, Is the 4L60E same as 4T65E? Thank you

[@crashflowfpv4841]

Well done video, and very informative and explained well, I’m wondering if these could be the cause of my trucks issue... My truck shifts into gear great with no hard shifts or slips, but when I try to take off in drive it’s like I’m trying to take off with a manual transmission in like 4-5 gear, so I have to manually shift down to 2nd then it will take off but sluggishly, but once you get going you can shift into drive and cruise around fine. The issue to me seems more electrical than mechanical to me atleast

[@Eastsidee817]

Did u ever fix it?

[@OSSCYT]

@@Eastsidee817 im interested in this as well, my is sluggish to take off and once im going its fine but if i start up a hill it feels like it doesn't want to shift down and i start losing power

[@Eastsidee817]

@@OSSCYT I ended up getting a p0741 code on my 60e and I changed the solenoid myself and that didn’t fix the problem, my problem was my tranny would get higher than 180 in the 200-230 range so meanwhile I added a cooler and its been helping I did that and the solenoid and no check engine anymore that will save me time till I eventually have to find a new tranny

[@1984Cutlass2nv]

@@Eastsidee817 I don't know about that guy, but mine was doing this once every several months, after rolling to a stop. Felt like it was in 3rd gear. After changing the fluid it never reoccurred, so it seemed like a bad fluid issue. Pretty sure it was originally 192k miles.

[@royhummert7281]

Any updates? My 05 does same when I pull my boat

[@bobjeans]

Do the 1500 and 2500 share the same parts you showed on the video

[@33bamer]

Question, I have a 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500. Check engine light code says bad Pressure control solenoid in transmission. Could you tell the location for that solenoid? Thanks

[@Barber12699]

U figure it out

[@othnielcarbajal2235]

Is this the same for a 2016 Chevy Express van 4.8 l

[@TheSundaeDrive]

If it has the 4l60

[@baltod4978]

I lost 3/4 out of no where a few days ago. 1/2 drives perfectly fine. Would this fix my issue?

[@blakemoloney5755]

Same thing happened to me yesterday 😂😂 I was doing donuts in the snow

[@ericcunningham4701]

Yes it would but change both of them because you're already going to be in there. You can get them AC DELCO on Amazon for a fraction of the owrrs store price.

[@gearshifterg9756]

Balto Time for a transmission overhaul, 3-4 clutch pack burnt up.

[@CarsRMe]

What did you end up doing?

[@baltod4978]

@@CarsRMe Had a shop rebuild

[@ryanfelton7385]

The service manual is showing Dexron 3 for the Transmission oil... but the link is showing Dexron 4??? Can you put Dexron 4 in without issues?

[@TheSundaeDrive]

I always recommend using the recommend fluid (although I would suggest switching to amsoil). Normally, deccron is backwards compatible but verify for your specific video.

[@timothyball3144]

So the A & B solenoids are shift solenoids. Good to know. I watched another video where this wasn't mentioned so I'm glad I watched this one. Edit: filling through the fill tube sucks. One thing that works sometimes is drying the dipstick with brake cleaner. The surface tension of the oil can (hopefully) keep the oil from covering the dipstick. Of course patience helps too. Go put your tools away, clean up the spilled oil, etc. while waiting for the oil to drain down. Maybe they need to coat the inside of the dipstick with something that lets the oil drain off faster.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Yeah I use that trick too. Just make sure the brake cleaner is fully evaporated before sticking it back down the tube.

[@timothygeiger8271]

Why did you put your tools away while waiting for the oil to drain? You need them to put it back together.

[@timothyball3144]

@Timothy Geiger Filling the transmission is the last step, so you shouldn't need any tools.

[@timothygeiger8271]

@@timothyball3144 you missed what i said. The comment was made to clean up the tools while waiting for the oil to drain. That means you still have all the work to do. You drain the oil first, BEFORE taking it apart.

[@timothyball3144]

@Timothy Geiger Notice my first sentence about filling the transmission. Although I should have said filling through the check tube.

[@kerryewen3624]

This is very helpful, I’m going to give it a go .

[@adamlewis5494]

What were the transmission symptoms that required changing solenoids?

[@silviocolella3308]

Choppy harsh gear shifting

[@spikekavalench]

What abiut a slow and slippy shift from 2-3, will these solenoids fix that?

[@chrisconstantine8521]

I think this is my issue.

[@niceman727]

Quick question: does the engine have to cool down before you change the solenoid, or you can do it regardless of whether it's hot or cold?

[@Factory928AC]

My 05 will not shift into 3rd , will changing these fix my problem?

[@ericcunningham4701]

Yes

[@jasonhensley903]

Good job of explaining the steps

[@BreakwaterN.C.]

What were the torque specs for the exhaust bolts???

[@doyleredwine1683]

9 ft lbs or 97 in-lbs

[@ladjkaoz]

I have a 03 chevy express stall sometimes when I come to a stop, im changing the tranny oil and i was thinking of changing that solenoid not sure witch one is or the part number. Ill have to finish it tomorrow and go looking for that lil part. hope I dont mess up... 😊

[@hammerT2997]

Does it completely turn off?? I've got an 04 Tahoe and when I come too a stop, mine will drop down to about 300rpms and then slightly go back up

[@ladjkaoz]

@@hammerT2997 yes it would stall and die, I change it and it fix the stalling problem, now when cold or once in a while, feels like the tanny won lock up, I rev it then the lock kicks in engages and moves just fine. its alot better that how it was before. hope it keeps runing.

[@chaseyeager5840]

Chevy engineering and their bright idea for chris sake at least put drain plugs on the 🍳🥘🙈

[@TheSundaeDrive]

hardly anyone does sadly.

[@AcerArtsOfficial]

Before putting in the new solenoids should you dip them in new atf fluid to try to get as most fluid as you can back into it?

[@jonathancook6713]

I did mine by myself. You make it look way more difficult then it is..

[@TheSundaeDrive]

glad you were able to get it done!

[@motorx225]

Great video, now I can help my son do his. Thanks and great job

[@TheSundaeDrive]

No problem 👍

[@alfrani2348]

Does the transmission need to be in Neutral when replacing these solenoids??

[@nymack66]

2006 Crew Cab I did not have to remove any exhaust bolts only the shifter cable.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Nice! Thanks for letting us know

[@johngray2526]

did you tighten the other bolts on the inside before installing the trans pan also if yes what are the torque spec on them. Thanks for the video oh and I don't see no drain plug on your pan my 04 silverado 2wd single cab 4.8 has one. again keep up the good work your video helped me understand what needs changing out while changing the filter mine has 252,674 miles on it still strong

[@MrBigk6969]

Which solenoid replacement will fix my reverse? My Serria shifts perfectly fine 1st, 2nd, 3rd and down to OD but when I put her in reverse it takes a few seconds for the transmission to shift into reverse.

[@Kyle-ev4fk]

I recommend removing the T40 bolts from the link bracket, its not hard even when working on the ground. I was able to use a prybar on the exhaust and use my jack to pry the exhaust down just enough to get the pan down.

[@paulkohler2387]

My trans occasionally does not shift to 4th gear. Is the selinoid the problem? Sometimes it shifts into 4th when I exit the expressway

[@AngelG775]

Hey is it the same thing for a 4wd?

[@darthjohnson6603]

If you pull the two bolts out of transmission mount and Jack the tail end of the transmission up about 2 in you can get the pan out without messing with the exhaust

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Not a bad idea!

[@ShayneNasty]

So why did you do this? Rough shift? Missing gear/shift? Hard shift? My 3rd gear in 2007 LTZ Avalanche just quit working.. wondering what could be diagnosis without rebuild/replace.. thank you for any info! Great video!

[@domingovargas5387]

Did u figure out what wass wrong with it

[@gearshifterg9756]

Time for a transmission overhaul, 3-4 clutch pack burnt up.

[@jasonjohnson1027]

Is the TCC solenoid and the 3-2 solenoid the same solenoid the same? I understand the back two are the same part number but I'm not really having luck finding just a tcc solenoid.

[@KollynJ]

Was this the case? I’m in the same spot and I have code for tcc

[@CarlosGarcia-ls4hn]

I was looking up the solenoids I would need to replace on my Chevy Spark, and the website said they needed to be programmed. How do you do that?