Problem with my 1999 Pontiac Grand Am SE
3.4 automatic
GM Computer codes = haven't went to a shop yet
Repair work done prior = new starter and battery
Added a quart of tranny fluid thinking it was low..checked wiring connections at
tranny..ok
GM tech = smartest one ya got
question = my daughter going to school 75 mph on freeway..everything
normal..engine started surging on it's own..she came to her exit and had to stop
to turn. From then on transmission making a whining noise in neutral and
park..quiets down when put in drive but then whines again..first and second gear
smooth but will not go to third..reverse good..she says it was starting to whine a
few days prior to this..news to me..so basically it makes noise and won't shift
past second gear..does this sound terminal or fixable??? Might have to get
another tranny? Thanks for any ideas
JK:
First, be sure to check the fluid level. Low fluid will cause this whine noise and
shifting problems. To check fluid level on this transmission, you must go under
the car, remove a plug with hot engine running, fluid level up to the threads of
the plug. This is how to check fluid level on this trans, since there is no dipstick.
A little difficult to do. One of GM's bad ideas !The surging may have been falling
in and out of gear- either overdrive or TCC lockup. This is easily mistaken as an
engine problem. If you like, i could sent exact steps to do this with a pic. but
better left to a shop. If it is low, they will then need to look at the fluid condition
and a leak. If level is fine, then it is an internal failure. Possible direct clutch
piston failed.If it were to be an electrical failure internal or external, there would
be other electrical problems with the car, and definitely a check engine light on.
3.4 automatic
GM Computer codes = haven't went to a shop yet
Repair work done prior = new starter and battery
Added a quart of tranny fluid thinking it was low..checked wiring connections at
tranny..ok
GM tech = smartest one ya got
question = my daughter going to school 75 mph on freeway..everything
normal..engine started surging on it's own..she came to her exit and had to stop
to turn. From then on transmission making a whining noise in neutral and
park..quiets down when put in drive but then whines again..first and second gear
smooth but will not go to third..reverse good..she says it was starting to whine a
few days prior to this..news to me..so basically it makes noise and won't shift
past second gear..does this sound terminal or fixable??? Might have to get
another tranny? Thanks for any ideas
JK:
First, be sure to check the fluid level. Low fluid will cause this whine noise and
shifting problems. To check fluid level on this transmission, you must go under
the car, remove a plug with hot engine running, fluid level up to the threads of
the plug. This is how to check fluid level on this trans, since there is no dipstick.
A little difficult to do. One of GM's bad ideas !The surging may have been falling
in and out of gear- either overdrive or TCC lockup. This is easily mistaken as an
engine problem. If you like, i could sent exact steps to do this with a pic. but
better left to a shop. If it is low, they will then need to look at the fluid condition
and a leak. If level is fine, then it is an internal failure. Possible direct clutch
piston failed.If it were to be an electrical failure internal or external, there would
be other electrical problems with the car, and definitely a check engine light on.
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Problem with my 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
2.2 Ecotech
dash lights = track off
Repair work done prior = changed brakes
GM tech = dont care
question = i would donate but am not working at this time, i have located the
fuel filter but can not get it off. is there a video for this to watch
2.2 Ecotech
dash lights = track off
Repair work done prior = changed brakes
GM tech = dont care
question = i would donate but am not working at this time, i have located the
fuel filter but can not get it off. is there a video for this to watch
GM Tech JK:
No videos I am aware of.
If has a steel pipe and nut on one end, and this is rusted, then try WD-40.
Soak it, and tap a few times with a hammer. Also use vise-grips can help
deform the nut, and break free any rust.
If the plastic disconnect is the problem, you either need a special release
tool, or you may have the type that needs to sort of flip open the colored
lock, and then push both ends through the pipe equally. Can be a little
tricky.
No videos I am aware of.
If has a steel pipe and nut on one end, and this is rusted, then try WD-40.
Soak it, and tap a few times with a hammer. Also use vise-grips can help
deform the nut, and break free any rust.
If the plastic disconnect is the problem, you either need a special release
tool, or you may have the type that needs to sort of flip open the colored
lock, and then push both ends through the pipe equally. Can be a little
tricky.
Pontiac Grand Am Transmission and fuel Filter
