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.
@rogerlimoseth47904 жыл бұрын
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.
@stevooliver38775 жыл бұрын
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
@Duwhop315 жыл бұрын
Do u have to take off the transmission pan
@stevooliver38775 жыл бұрын
@@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
@christophercontreras57265 жыл бұрын
@@Duwhop31 yea to drain the transmission fluid out the car first and remove the filter could be a dirty filter too
@bimbobabalola4 жыл бұрын
Very smart advice. Thanks for sharing.
@romerop444 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the suggestion for the clips
@adrianmaciel13233 жыл бұрын
Don’t skip the adds watch then that how you pay this man don’t skip
@drillnauticus4 жыл бұрын
Great camera work in a space that a house-mouse would have trouble accessing.
@cesara52184 жыл бұрын
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.
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
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.
@wesdogg73774 жыл бұрын
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 🙏🏼
@gabrielfalan75385 жыл бұрын
good job with the camera excellent thanks
@BB-cw3uv4 жыл бұрын
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
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
It will most likely take care of the issue. Hope it all works out.
@warrenf14583 жыл бұрын
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-cw3uv3 жыл бұрын
@@warrenf1458 I got rid of it
@jkirk78113 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. Getting ready to do this on my Girlfriends park Avenue.
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
Nice! Happy fixing man
@kewl4274 жыл бұрын
Nice job on no cussing...
@KevinMLloyd3 жыл бұрын
I would have been cussing a lot😂
@user-xi9oe8yw6v5 жыл бұрын
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***!
@danielrowell40175 жыл бұрын
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
@chrisw51504 жыл бұрын
They do that so YOU cant fix it. They cant make money after the sale unless you bring it to them. Its BS!
@VenomShotYou3 жыл бұрын
@@danielrowell4017 Eloquently said
@erikthered36013 жыл бұрын
Since its your only ride, and nobody wrenches on them, sounds like u better get some tools, and get to work!
@user-xi9oe8yw6v3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@boostedkidproductions97193 жыл бұрын
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
@boostedkidproductions97193 жыл бұрын
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
@nope89572 жыл бұрын
@@boostedkidproductions9719 Do you have torque converter lockup on the highway after cutting the brown wire?
@jimmiller67042 жыл бұрын
Great vid. I'm impressed.
@wdcjunk3 жыл бұрын
How in the hell did you get them back in AND put the clip on?! Lol that’s impressive
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
Good Question 😆 I couldn't see anything and was only able to use one hand, if that explains it 😂
@danielhicks84565 жыл бұрын
How do you know which solenoid is A,B, OR C? My A is bad and I just wanna do that for now.
@puddlejumper53002 жыл бұрын
Some explanation/narration while repairing would be nice
@Daniel-lq9ix2 жыл бұрын
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.
@frankaguilera73444 жыл бұрын
I just did mine and it took three hours didn’t remove much fuse block transmission mount drive axle
@andrewbroussard29313 жыл бұрын
Can I hire you to do this on my 92 buick century with the 3.3l v6
@Scar-Face7607 күн бұрын
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
@Brk6767677 күн бұрын
@@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_jaggovfs4 жыл бұрын
great dexterity
@jamesbrowning56963 жыл бұрын
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?
@stevooliver38773 жыл бұрын
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
@stevooliver38773 жыл бұрын
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
@righton45633 жыл бұрын
@@stevooliver3877 what state are you in? Would you replace mine?
@fredwilliams43734 жыл бұрын
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
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
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.
@fredwilliams43734 жыл бұрын
@@Brk676767 just might do it myself... thanks
@fredwilliams43734 жыл бұрын
@@Brk676767 any other tips or advice you think you may have? Thanks
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@normarodgers56214 жыл бұрын
Can I replace one in a 07 rendezvous without removing the transmission??
@jerryhanson39035 жыл бұрын
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.
@bryco325 жыл бұрын
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?
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
The longer valve is a tcc/pcm solenoid.
@bravontasaunders71382 жыл бұрын
I can't really see if the wheel was removed, did u have to remove the axle in order to do this?
@Brk6767672 жыл бұрын
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.
@sizzli39503 жыл бұрын
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
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
I took out the battery carrier and the cv axle and that gave me all the clearance I needed. Hope this helps
@zachcraig12902 жыл бұрын
How do you remove the shift solenoid cover after removing all 12 bolts do you have to pry it off
@Brk6767672 жыл бұрын
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.
@moddedgarage35714 жыл бұрын
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
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
I do not remember having that issue with a transmission mount being in the way on this car
@lowrygriffithbubba41453 жыл бұрын
Did this on my transmission same one as yours but a Pontiac sunfire. What kind of problems were you having before you changed them?
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
The transmission would not engage above 40 mph. The transmission would shift into second gear. The third shift was non existent and resembled neutral.
@joshhenthorn212 жыл бұрын
Will that work for the torque converter selonoid as well
@gashan723 жыл бұрын
Know anything about oil pressure valve solenoid in 2013 malibu 2.5l?
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
No, I haven't dealt with them
@drewdukes38974 жыл бұрын
In no way will my fat hands get in there
@MrROCKSTAR29262 жыл бұрын
hey so do you have to drain the transmission fluid cause i just changed mine and dont wanna waste all that oil.
@Brk6767672 жыл бұрын
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-xx5qb9ct4n5 жыл бұрын
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
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
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
@antoniomontolla29464 жыл бұрын
Have same problem 2005 saturn vue 3.5 automatic 4wd Is there a video?
@christopherrodgers28993 жыл бұрын
What solenoid was that? A or B?
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
I changed Solenoid 1-2 (A) and Solenoid 3-4 (B) and whatever else I could get my hands on.
@christopherrodgers28993 жыл бұрын
Which solenoids are the EXACT same. A & B?
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
@@christopherrodgers2899 A is 1-2 B is 3-4 The solenoids are the exact same either way, best to change them both
@bimbobabalola4 жыл бұрын
What's that hand tool you are using called? I'd like to get one.
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
The tool I used was a painters 5 in 1.
@bimbobabalola4 жыл бұрын
@@Brk676767 Thanks a lot.
@krustdogg1312 жыл бұрын
Ya .. id drop one of those clips into the abyss.. my cobalt wont shift to 2nd and goes straight to third
@upupandaway56462 жыл бұрын
How about the gasket does it separate
@Thatguy10_26 Жыл бұрын
Do you have to remove the axle to do this?
@Brk676767 Жыл бұрын
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.
@vprince99073 жыл бұрын
In what vehicle did you do this task tho without having to remove or drop the transmission here ?
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
All of the work was done on a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4.6L engine with 4t45e transmission
@jordancopley51493 жыл бұрын
Did you have to pull the axle to be able to pull the case off
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
It gives you more clearance when opening the case
@najiel12154 жыл бұрын
Soooo do you have to remove the wheel hub and axle, or just go straight to the side pan.
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
You need to take those items off or you can't completely open the case
@danielhicks84565 жыл бұрын
Also what size are the bolts on the housing
@jessevaquera73072 жыл бұрын
What year n make is that
@tf72744 жыл бұрын
Best way to fix this and get good resale value is to buy a standard Toyota anything...and donate the Chevy to charity.
@OhAdam124 жыл бұрын
T F Toyota SUCKS
@scottschuett14054 жыл бұрын
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.
@michaelhalbe25634 жыл бұрын
@@scottschuett1405 I completely agree. Its costing me 800 for the solenoid and its costing me 800 for labor
@pattylee48922 жыл бұрын
Is that a 2006 saturn vue? Or would it work on a 2006 saturn vue
@Brk6767672 жыл бұрын
The vehicle is a 2006 3.5L Chevy Malibu LT 4T45e Transmission. If the 2006 Saturn Vue has the 4T45e Transmission it will work.
@jasonbarnhill50064 жыл бұрын
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??
@SEIBALTER4 жыл бұрын
Mine has the exact same problem.
@jasonbarnhill50064 жыл бұрын
@@SEIBALTER have you figured out exactly what it is yet??
@SEIBALTER4 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@jasonbarnhill50064 жыл бұрын
@@SEIBALTER thanks alot I appreciate it.
@jasonbarnhill50064 жыл бұрын
@@SEIBALTER did you take it there today and find out what is going on with it???
@duppyramid92134 жыл бұрын
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
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
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.
@juanrodriguezzaragoza96684 жыл бұрын
Do you have to remove the tires or you can do it thru the top ?
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
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.
@johnwagner45595 жыл бұрын
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.
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the question. I believe the transmission is different. The 4T65-E in the LeSabre. images.app.goo.gl/iuqhQDPhn1KzfBhr9
@kendalgreene86885 жыл бұрын
Same process on 06 impala?
@capecodcynic90085 жыл бұрын
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.
@dustynleach21573 жыл бұрын
Will this work on a 2019 Malibu LT 1.5L?
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
It will work on the 1.5L with replacement solenoids for your transmission
@iTransfiguration4 жыл бұрын
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.
@blazedapiff4202 жыл бұрын
What car is this on and what transmission?! I can guarantee it’s not a 4T65E or any impala
@Brk6767672 жыл бұрын
2006 4.6L Chevrolet Malibu LT 4T45E Transmission
@benhelmreich5 жыл бұрын
Can you describe the initial problem that led you to replace the solenoids? I may be performing the same task soon.
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
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"
@alexmantilla85785 жыл бұрын
@@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
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
@@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"
@alexmantilla85785 жыл бұрын
@@Brk676767 thanks again. will try it. if not, i got a plenty of ammo and might put her to sleep.
@timhahn75425 жыл бұрын
@@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-iy7ef8um6o3 жыл бұрын
*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?*
@joseduranjr31523 жыл бұрын
Was this on a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette with the 3.4 PFI engine
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
This was a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 4.6L with 4t45e transmission
@alimostafa89682 жыл бұрын
tell us how did you remove the lower torx bolts
@Brk6767672 жыл бұрын
I was underneath the vehicle
@alimostafa89682 жыл бұрын
@@Brk676767 the whole job go around the four lower torx bolts. thanks for your replay.
@jayjaynonoy.69285 жыл бұрын
Good video 👌🏻 and you make it see easy I would like to know what’s the model and year of you car ?
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
2006 Chevrolet 3.5L Malibu LT. Most difficult part was setting the pins one handed and in the dark.
@jayjaynonoy.69285 жыл бұрын
Brandon Keefe alright thanks my men I appreciate it men ✌🏻
@OhAdam124 жыл бұрын
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?
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
@@OhAdam12 it only took 12 hours.
@amberhalcomb17353 жыл бұрын
Is this on a cobalt?
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
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.
@jeremiahcrespin51904 жыл бұрын
Did it work well after
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
Like a gem.
@jeremiahcrespin51904 жыл бұрын
Thank you your my life saver bro im doing this on Poniac G6 2006 .HEY YOUR THE MAN
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
@@jeremiahcrespin5190 nice brother hope it all works out. I actually fixed mine from watching it done on a Pontiac G6.
@jeremiahcrespin51904 жыл бұрын
Sweet Brother Great Video
@jeremiahcrespin51904 жыл бұрын
Did you hook back the L looking thing back to the round thing it was first on?
@mightyjackfilmspresent58083 жыл бұрын
I’m trying to figure out what angle he coming from
@MrTopgun213 жыл бұрын
It's from the top looking down on the transmission, looks like he removed the fuse block and wiring harness to open up space
@alvaroflores90545 жыл бұрын
can I do this in a 2005 Pontiac Montana v6 ? thank you
@ronkleinsasserarena32373 жыл бұрын
Wondering this myself
@souhilmontini29533 жыл бұрын
please what location of solenoid c in chevy cruze 2012
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
It is best to replace all of the solenoids at the time of having the transmission case open.
@souhilmontini29533 жыл бұрын
@@Brk676767 thx
@capecodcynic90085 жыл бұрын
Is this a 05 cobalt, 4T45E?
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
A 2006 Chevy Malibu LT, 4T45E.
@capecodcynic90085 жыл бұрын
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.
@davealm76402 жыл бұрын
Say at least what kind of vehicle you are working!!!
@Bobby-ns7gn4 жыл бұрын
Need to say what's going on..........Thank you
@Brk6767674 жыл бұрын
all in the description my friend
@BRMBeeGeesR14 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@Anactualrealperson5 жыл бұрын
What's that little rod? I broke that.
@Anactualrealperson5 жыл бұрын
It went into the whole it was sticking out of and I can't get it out.
@Brk6767675 жыл бұрын
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
@xavierpola82625 жыл бұрын
Did you ever figure it out? In the same situation
@Anactualrealperson5 жыл бұрын
Don't let your line pressure drop btw. Or that's an 1800 dollar trans rebuild.
@capecodcynic90085 жыл бұрын
Josh Prater line pressure?
@starrsanders72463 жыл бұрын
same engine n model would these be the same with my 07 impla big bro lmk im fuckin around with it today
@Brk6767673 жыл бұрын
I am seeing the 4t65e in 2007 impala model, the placement of the solenoids all look identical.
@brianwaiting78993 жыл бұрын
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@jonathanhulette79154 жыл бұрын
Been better if you would have talked threw it like shooting a blank in a towel