Replacing Shift Solenoid Without Removing Transmission 2006 Chevy Malibu 3.5L LT GM’s 4T45E DIY Free

[@matttobben4944]

This video convinced me to change the three solenoids on my 07 grand prix w/165,000 miles. The car had a case of the hiccups with cold oil on upshift and was getting worse. This fixed that problem but it still hunts a bit, which seems like the tc valve, in certain situations. I moved everything possible in chassis and still just barely had enough room. Took off engine mount and shifted everything to the passenger side. I was worried I'd drop one of the retaining clips but luckily I didn't.

[@rogerlimoseth4790]

Good video, great job. Google pissed me off because i specifically typed 2008 chevy impala shift solenoid replacement and your video was the 1st HIT! Of course i watched it before realising.

[@stevooliver3877]

Little tricks make that job easy.. #1 tie fishing line on the wire clip #2 wedge solenoid in place then use long needle nose pliers to line up & long screw driver to pop clip back in..only thing I removed was the trans mount ,tire & pan(keep cv axle it's not in the way)..dental tools work to.. but the fishing line will save you alot time of trying to dig it out or finding it

[@Duwhop31]

Do u have to take off the transmission pan

[@stevooliver3877]

@@Duwhop31 I just unbolted the side cover & move it back to reach the solenoids..bottom pan dont have to be taken off but I would do the solenoids first to make sure that solves the problem before wasting money on fluid & filter

[@christophercontreras5726]

@@Duwhop31 yea to drain the transmission fluid out the car first and remove the filter could be a dirty filter too

[@bimbobabalola]

Very smart advice. Thanks for sharing.

[@romerop44]

Thank you for the suggestion for the clips

[@adrianmaciel1323]

Don’t skip the adds watch then that how you pay this man don’t skip

[@drillnauticus]

Great camera work in a space that a house-mouse would have trouble accessing.

[@cesara5218]

Thanks for the help. I did this on my 2009 Malibu and didn't have as much space ,since the cover was butted up to the frame, as you did to maneuver but like you mentioned with patience and grit I got it done. I didn't drop the sub frame as some videos have suggested. Again thanks for the video.

[@Brk676767]

Nice man! I'm glad to hear about the successful job and happy to offer a simpler way to fix this job rather than take the subframe out.

[@wesdogg7377]

Best this about this Vid, straight to the point and no “like and subscribe” stuff lol I have the erratic shifting in my 03 lasabre. Start it in the morning, let engine run 10mins. Then when it shifts to 2-3rd gear it pops out of gear, does not engage unless when full throttle (it does a dangerous thump into gear) or complete stop . Most of time when car is warmed up about 1 or 2 miles it starts to shift decent. From what I’ve read so far major labor getting to those solenoids until I saw this Video thanks 🙏🏼

[@gabrielfalan7538]

good job with the camera excellent thanks

[@BB-cw3uv]

I think my car needs this 2004 impala . Was driving it to work yesterday, soon as I got there I wouldn’t drive no more. I had to somehow do a u turn in a tight spot and reverse it into my job. It works in overdrive a little but other than that . Reverse is where it works the best

[@Brk676767]

It will most likely take care of the issue. Hope it all works out.

[@warrenf1458]

My 2011 Impala did that, it will drive in reverse, and nothing else. I can't find anyone willing to fix this. All shops want to replace the automatic transmission.

[@BB-cw3uv]

@@warrenf1458 I got rid of it

[@jkirk7811]

Thank you for the video. Getting ready to do this on my Girlfriends park Avenue.

[@Brk676767]

Nice! Happy fixing man

[@kewl427]

Nice job on no cussing...

[@KevinMLloyd]

I would have been cussing a lot😂

[@user-xi9oe8yw6v]

The placement of these solenoids are absolutely ridiculous! I have a perfectly good, running vehicle, other than one solenoid going out, which causes my vehicle to stay stuck in first gear and won't shift properly until approximately 25 minutes after warm-up, and still tends to act up afterwords. I just do not have a select few of the proper tools or, the amount of time it will take to get the job done, seeing how I only have this one mode of transportation, and there is nobody in my hometown who does this specific kind of work. Solenoids are commonly known to wear out, and if this is a known occurrence, why must it be placed in such a onerous area of the vehicle? Automotive engineering is such a phenomenal feat, but yet makes me ponder and question the stupidity of placement on such expendable components. Hate to fulminate, but...F***!

[@danielrowell4017]

El Steve-O Radio™ cause they want you to take it to micanics to get it replaced I will not take a vehicle to a micanic unless if it’s something to do with motor

[@chrisw5150]

They do that so YOU cant fix it. They cant make money after the sale unless you bring it to them. Its BS!

[@VenomShotYou]

@@danielrowell4017 Eloquently said

[@erikthered3601]

Since its your only ride, and nobody wrenches on them, sounds like u better get some tools, and get to work!

[@user-xi9oe8yw6v]

@@erikthered3601 Thanks for your kind words, elohssa! And just so you know you tnuc, I took a week off from work 2 months after that post and fixed it by my damn self. I bet you won't even take the time to do your own oil change or tuneups you, pansy ssa! Lose the earbud in your "selfie", you look like a trendy douchebag! Then again, you are.

[@boostedkidproductions9719]

If you guys are having solenoid problems inside the transmission on the 3800 and couldn't remove the side pan due to rusted out subframe or something else what I did was cut the brown wire on the transmission harness was about to junk the car but now that I cut it the torque converter is working again and shifting every gear I put 400 miles in 3 days no problem at all

[@boostedkidproductions9719]

Update just hit 900 miles and the torque converter isn't slipping at all no more this is on a 2000 buick lesabre 3.8 one morning the car wouldn't drive past 10 mph just kept revving and slipping had a p0742 code but its driving perfect now goes any speed

[@nope8957]

@@boostedkidproductions9719 Do you have torque converter lockup on the highway after cutting the brown wire?

[@jimmiller6704]

Great vid. I'm impressed.

[@wdcjunk]

How in the hell did you get them back in AND put the clip on?! Lol that’s impressive

[@Brk676767]

Good Question 😆 I couldn't see anything and was only able to use one hand, if that explains it 😂

[@danielhicks8456]

How do you know which solenoid is A,B, OR C? My A is bad and I just wanna do that for now.

[@puddlejumper5300]

Some explanation/narration while repairing would be nice

[@Daniel-lq9ix]

You need to change out gasket and the only way to do it is drop the subframe. Two gasket come with the valve body cover set.

[@frankaguilera7344]

I just did mine and it took three hours didn’t remove much fuse block transmission mount drive axle

[@andrewbroussard2931]

Can I hire you to do this on my 92 buick century with the 3.3l v6

[@Scar-Face760]

Can I do this for a transmission relay? 😅 my mechanic said no one would do it because of mileage 🙄so I thought I’d try to do it myself

[@Brk676767]

@@Scar-Face760 Good luck on the repair. My vehicle has high mileage on it and has been running fine for years after changing the solenoids

[@buncha_jaggovfs]

great dexterity

[@jamesbrowning5696]

Hey my guy. I'm about to attempt this project on my 07 max lt this weekend. Do you recommend any special tools. And does the case have a gasket?

[@stevooliver3877]

Well you have big hands once you have the cover over far enough take a big curved sewing needle & fishing & a tooth mirror & run fishing line through the pin & tie off before you pop the pin..it keeps pin from falling during removal & helps putting pin back in place without no problem..I would use a long L pic to pop the pin

[@stevooliver3877]

I do all four solenoids in 2 hrs..well I pace with a six pack last about 2 hrs..hey I made a lot of money from bros thinking I was of full of sh*t..done hundreds of these about 10 years ago

[@righton4563]

@@stevooliver3877 what state are you in? Would you replace mine?

[@fredwilliams4373]

Interesting video, I'm wondering if you had to support the engine while doing this.....I have a Pontiac g6 with a bad shift solenoid but its a drag you gotta take all this stuff apart for a 20 dollar part

[@Brk676767]

I know it is a lot of work for the 20$ part. I was able to do all of the work without removing or supporting the engine.

[@fredwilliams4373]

@@Brk676767 just might do it myself... thanks

[@fredwilliams4373]

@@Brk676767 any other tips or advice you think you may have? Thanks

[@Brk676767]

@@fredwilliams4373 When putting in the solenoids and clips things become more difficult for me and was the longest process of the job, because I could not not see and was only allowed to use one hand. I hope you find a easier method. It still only took 30 mins for a solenoid swap.

[@normarodgers5621]

Can I replace one in a 07 rendezvous without removing the transmission??

[@jerryhanson3903]

I've got a 1996 supercharged Riviera and when it's cold, I put the car in gear and it clunks into gear and dose the same hard shifts in all gears until it warms up. Then the car warms up it still does it just not as bad. Is the problem most likely the shift solenoid? I took it to AutoZone to have them run a scan and that's one of the codes that came up the transmission solenoid.

[@bryco32]

Damn!! You are a Wizard! Come do this on My 3800sc Fiero! I have a 4t65e-hd that needs this done. What was the first longer valve if I may ask?

[@Brk676767]

The longer valve is a tcc/pcm solenoid.

[@bravontasaunders7138]

I can't really see if the wheel was removed, did u have to remove the axle in order to do this?

[@Brk676767]

Yes, The wheel and cv axle should be removed to provide more room to work and allowing the case to open up a bit more.

[@sizzli3950]

I have this same vehicle, I’m not sure how you are getting the cover so far off, no matter how much I try, I can only see half the solenoids

[@Brk676767]

I took out the battery carrier and the cv axle and that gave me all the clearance I needed. Hope this helps

[@zachcraig1290]

How do you remove the shift solenoid cover after removing all 12 bolts do you have to pry it off

[@Brk676767]

Yes, you will have to pry it open. There are a couple guide points that hold the cover in place. If I recall they are caddy corner from eachother.

[@moddedgarage3571]

How were you able to get the trans mount all the way off the case? I have half the mount off but I can’t get the last to bolt off the mount that are towards the top of the case

[@Brk676767]

I do not remember having that issue with a transmission mount being in the way on this car

[@lowrygriffithbubba4145]

Did this on my transmission same one as yours but a Pontiac sunfire. What kind of problems were you having before you changed them?

[@Brk676767]

The transmission would not engage above 40 mph. The transmission would shift into second gear. The third shift was non existent and resembled neutral.

[@joshhenthorn21]

Will that work for the torque converter selonoid as well

[@gashan72]

Know anything about oil pressure valve solenoid in 2013 malibu 2.5l?

[@Brk676767]

No, I haven't dealt with them

[@drewdukes3897]

In no way will my fat hands get in there

[@MrROCKSTAR2926]

hey so do you have to drain the transmission fluid cause i just changed mine and dont wanna waste all that oil.

[@Brk676767]

Drain it into a clean pan and reuse it, as long as there are no particulates in the fluid, you should be good to go.

[@user-xx5qb9ct4n]

good day unfortunately I do not speak your language sufficiently for communication .. because I am writing through a Google translator Let me ask you a few questions. I have saturn wue. AQPP 4t45, while the gas is being added, the car does not accelerate fast enough .. can you tell me what it is preparing for? and the second question ... what's the difference between 4t45e and 4t40? with respect Alexey

[@Brk676767]

I had a similar issue with my acceleration. I used a mass flow air cleaner to clean the mass flow air sensor. I cleaned out the throttle body and iac valve with throttle body cleaner. The transmissions 4t is 4-speed. E is electronically controlled. 40 is weight for 4,000 lbs and 45 is 4,500 lbs. Safe driving my friend

[@antoniomontolla2946]

Have same problem 2005 saturn vue 3.5 automatic 4wd Is there a video?

[@christopherrodgers2899]

What solenoid was that? A or B?

[@Brk676767]

I changed Solenoid 1-2 (A) and Solenoid 3-4 (B) and whatever else I could get my hands on.

[@christopherrodgers2899]

Which solenoids are the EXACT same. A & B?

[@Brk676767]

@@christopherrodgers2899 A is 1-2 B is 3-4 The solenoids are the exact same either way, best to change them both

[@bimbobabalola]

What's that hand tool you are using called? I'd like to get one.

[@Brk676767]

The tool I used was a painters 5 in 1.

[@bimbobabalola]

@@Brk676767 Thanks a lot.

[@krustdogg131]

Ya .. id drop one of those clips into the abyss.. my cobalt wont shift to 2nd and goes straight to third

[@upupandaway5646]

How about the gasket does it separate

[@Thatguy10_26]

Do you have to remove the axle to do this?

[@Brk676767]

It's best to get the cv-axle out of the way completely. The case wont be allowed to come off if the cv-axle remains in place because it's housed in the case.

[@vprince9907]

In what vehicle did you do this task tho without having to remove or drop the transmission here ?

[@Brk676767]

All of the work was done on a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4.6L engine with 4t45e transmission

[@jordancopley5149]

Did you have to pull the axle to be able to pull the case off

[@Brk676767]

It gives you more clearance when opening the case

[@najiel1215]

Soooo do you have to remove the wheel hub and axle, or just go straight to the side pan.

[@Brk676767]

You need to take those items off or you can't completely open the case

[@danielhicks8456]

Also what size are the bolts on the housing

[@jessevaquera7307]

What year n make is that

[@tf7274]

Best way to fix this and get good resale value is to buy a standard Toyota anything...and donate the Chevy to charity.

[@OhAdam12]

T F Toyota SUCKS

[@scottschuett1405]

I agree 100% The GM engineers that came up with this transmission should be fired. The solenoid replacement costs more than the car is worth due to labor. Really poor design.

[@michaelhalbe2563]

@@scottschuett1405 I completely agree. Its costing me 800 for the solenoid and its costing me 800 for labor

[@pattylee4892]

Is that a 2006 saturn vue? Or would it work on a 2006 saturn vue

[@Brk676767]

The vehicle is a 2006 3.5L Chevy Malibu LT 4T45e Transmission. If the 2006 Saturn Vue has the 4T45e Transmission it will work.

[@jasonbarnhill5006]

I've got a 07 Buick rendezvous it started shifting hard, stopped at a red light and went to take off and won't pull acts like it's in neutral. Pull it in first it goes in gear and will shift through all the gears it'll slip a little in first and second but not in third or fourth. Pulls fine but once you stop and go to take off acts like you've put it in neutral. Pull in first and it'll go but just slips a little. Does this sound like a shift solenoid to you? If so can I change it in my 07 rendezvous without pulling the transmission??

[@SEIBALTER]

Mine has the exact same problem.

[@jasonbarnhill5006]

@@SEIBALTER have you figured out exactly what it is yet??

[@SEIBALTER]

@@jasonbarnhill5006 No but I'm taking it to AMMCO Monday. They are doing a full transmission scan. Send me a message Monday 2 days from now at 8 pm and I'll let you know.

[@jasonbarnhill5006]

@@SEIBALTER thanks alot I appreciate it.

[@jasonbarnhill5006]

@@SEIBALTER did you take it there today and find out what is going on with it???

[@duppyramid9213]

I’m got to try to do it myself... did u have to remove the wheel and axle... I don’t want to do that

[@Brk676767]

I did remove the wheel and axle. I don't know what extra time it may have saved me. It did allow me to have more room to work.

[@juanrodriguezzaragoza9668]

Do you have to remove the tires or you can do it thru the top ?

[@Brk676767]

I took the wheel off to take out the cv axle. I had more clearance to move the transmission case around and work on the project.

[@johnwagner4559]

I have a 2003 buick lesabre. Is this the same process for replacing both shift solinoids and pressure control solinoid? My car shifts hard into 2nd and 3rd.

[@Brk676767]

Thanks for the question. I believe the transmission is different. The 4T65-E in the LeSabre. images.app.goo.gl/iuqhQDPhn1KzfBhr9

[@kendalgreene8688]

Same process on 06 impala?

[@capecodcynic9008]

John Wagner The process should be the same. The 65 in the transmission number is the weight capacity, meaning it has a bit bulkier set of internal components, since its weight capacity is 6500 lbs, not 4500 for the 4T45E. Breakdown is [4] gears, [T]ransaxle, [45]00 lbs, [E]lectronically controlled.

[@dustynleach2157]

Will this work on a 2019 Malibu LT 1.5L?

[@Brk676767]

It will work on the 1.5L with replacement solenoids for your transmission

[@iTransfiguration]

Does this work on a Kia Spectra 2008? Or would you happen to know if the shift solenoid is inside the oil pan or INSIDE the transmission itself ? Thanks.

[@blazedapiff420]

What car is this on and what transmission?! I can guarantee it’s not a 4T65E or any impala

[@Brk676767]

2006 4.6L Chevrolet Malibu LT 4T45E Transmission

[@benhelmreich]

Can you describe the initial problem that led you to replace the solenoids? I may be performing the same task soon.

[@Brk676767]

The transmission would not let the vehicle go over 40 mph. The first and second gear would engage. Third and fourth gear would not engage. It was an abrupt issue. "Hope all goes well"

[@alexmantilla8578]

@@Brk676767 i have a 2003 gmc envoy xl 6 banger 4x4. what if i am not getting any codes? i replaced transmission fluid, filter. also i checked all fuses. shifte cable is good. gears will not engage. please help with any suggestions

[@Brk676767]

@@alexmantilla8578 When I replaced the solenoid the gears were allowed to engage again. My issue was not being able to shift into third and fouth gear. After the replacement the rest was history. "Hope all goes well"

[@alexmantilla8578]

@@Brk676767 thanks again. will try it. if not, i got a plenty of ammo and might put her to sleep.

[@timhahn7542]

@@Brk676767 my Malibu just started doing the same thing. It was a sudden issue as well . Did you have to drop the subframe or remove the drive axle to remove the trans cover?

[@user-iy7ef8um6o]

*Please do you know the meaning of these codes?STORED CODES U0002 High Speed ​​CAN Communication Bus Performance PENDING CODES P2719 Pressure Control Solenoid "D" Control Circuit Range / Performance P0969 Pressure Control Solenoid "C" Control Circuit Range / Performance PERMANENT CODES No permanent codes found.Are these two codes only for the Solonoid?*

[@joseduranjr3152]

Was this on a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette with the 3.4 PFI engine

[@Brk676767]

This was a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4.6L with 4t45e transmission

[@alimostafa8968]

tell us how did you remove the lower torx bolts

[@Brk676767]

I was underneath the vehicle

[@alimostafa8968]

@@Brk676767 the whole job go around the four lower torx bolts. thanks for your replay.

[@jayjaynonoy.6928]

Good video 👌🏻 and you make it see easy I would like to know what’s the model and year of you car ?

[@Brk676767]

2006 Chevrolet 3.5L Malibu LT. Most difficult part was setting the pins one handed and in the dark.

[@jayjaynonoy.6928]

Brandon Keefe alright thanks my men I appreciate it men ✌🏻

[@OhAdam12]

Brandon Keefe How long did it take? I have 2011 Impala 4T65E SOMETIMES kicks hard in first out of D. If I put in 1 and shift manual it’s fine. No codes Same issue?

[@Brk676767]

@@OhAdam12 it only took 12 hours.

[@amberhalcomb1735]

Is this on a cobalt?

[@Brk676767]

No, this is a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. Google says that the 4t45e transmission is in the 2005-08 cobalt same as the one in this video.

[@jeremiahcrespin5190]

Did it work well after

[@Brk676767]

Like a gem.

[@jeremiahcrespin5190]

Thank you your my life saver bro im doing this on Poniac G6 2006 .HEY YOUR THE MAN

[@Brk676767]

@@jeremiahcrespin5190 nice brother hope it all works out. I actually fixed mine from watching it done on a Pontiac G6.

[@jeremiahcrespin5190]

Sweet Brother Great Video

[@jeremiahcrespin5190]

Did you hook back the L looking thing back to the round thing it was first on?

[@mightyjackfilmspresent5808]

I’m trying to figure out what angle he coming from

[@MrTopgun21]

It's from the top looking down on the transmission, looks like he removed the fuse block and wiring harness to open up space

[@alvaroflores9054]

can I do this in a 2005 Pontiac Montana v6 ? thank you

[@ronkleinsasserarena3237]

Wondering this myself

[@souhilmontini2953]

please what location of solenoid c in chevy cruze 2012

[@Brk676767]

It is best to replace all of the solenoids at the time of having the transmission case open.

[@souhilmontini2953]

@@Brk676767 thx

[@capecodcynic9008]

Is this a 05 cobalt, 4T45E?

[@Brk676767]

A 2006 Chevy Malibu LT, 4T45E.

[@capecodcynic9008]

The ‘05 Cobalt will be the same job. Actually more room in the Cobalt, as there are fewer components in the way, and the battery is in the trunk.

[@davealm7640]

Say at least what kind of vehicle you are working!!!

[@Bobby-ns7gn]

Need to say what's going on..........Thank you

[@Brk676767]

all in the description my friend

[@BRMBeeGeesR1]

@@Brk676767 There are those of us that can watch and listen to the video without reading those long paragraphs. I'm female, had a stroke, and I visualize more by listening and watching videos.

[@Anactualrealperson]

What's that little rod? I broke that.

[@Anactualrealperson]

It went into the whole it was sticking out of and I can't get it out.

[@Brk676767]

When I was doing this repair I noticed the little rod was disconnected within the repair an I had though I broke it too. I found a repair kit and I believe this is what you are mentioning. globaltransmissionparts.com/gm-4t40e-4t45e-solenoid-sure-cool-upgrade-kit-by-superior-stl006/?gclid=CjwKCAjw583nBRBwEiwA7MKvoHXBBD3Txe7j63dDOjXnNqiRgGP4uGnHr8s99W1RHyOxCPsObg-wMBoChGAQAvD_BwE

[@xavierpola8262]

Did you ever figure it out? In the same situation

[@Anactualrealperson]

Don't let your line pressure drop btw. Or that's an 1800 dollar trans rebuild.

[@capecodcynic9008]

Josh Prater line pressure?

[@starrsanders7246]

same engine n model would these be the same with my 07 impla big bro lmk im fuckin around with it today

[@Brk676767]

I am seeing the 4t65e in 2007 impala model, the placement of the solenoids all look identical.

[@brianwaiting7899]

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[@jonathanhulette7915]

Been better if you would have talked threw it like shooting a blank in a towel

[@jonathanhulette7915]

But great job seen other people take a month lmao