2006 Impala SS Transmision FAILED!

[mqwdfb]

Off hand I dont know. I did not need to add fluid myself. The dealer and the trans shop put that in. The trans shop told me that in the most recent rebuild, they put synthetic oil in.

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by mqwdfb

Off hand I dont know. I did not need to add fluid myself. The dealer and the trans shop put that in. The trans shop told me that in the most recent rebuild, they put synthetic oil in.

the proper fluid to use is dexron VI. do not use any other fluid like dexron III etc...

the fluid level is very important. when the vehicle is hot/normal operating temp , and on a level parking spot check ,with the engine idling for the fluid to be in the full mark area. do not over/or under fill. too little or too much will quickly cause damage.


when rebuilding a damaged transmission the fluid system needs to be properly cleaned. also the torque converter needs replacing. this is to remove damaging particles that will cause future failures..

when the transmission is rebuilt the fluid need be checked for proper level and color condition. also follow up checks at the repair shop to ensure that the pressures are correct and that the fluid is still clean.

rebuilt transmissions sometimes need fluid exchange if the fluid starts to get contaminated with particles.

this is not to be confused with these power flush methods. using just the transmission to exchange out the dirty fluid when adding new fluid .

[mqwdfb]

To be honest the transmission never leaked or lost fluid. I checked it often. The dealer or the trans shop were the only one that ever put fluid in. I would have to imagine they knew the correct type.

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by mqwdfb

To be honest the transmission never leaked or lost fluid. I checked it often. The dealer or the trans shop were the only one that ever put fluid in. I would have to imagine they knew the correct type.

you would think that would be correct. problem is dexron VI the approved fluid by GM not ME ! is more costly. that means less profit.

dexron VI is required not dexron III.

I would ask them what fluid they used. make like you know nothing see what they say.

[kenoshiaa]

I just had to replace my transmission in my 2006 chevy impala ss, and I am barely reaching 70k miles, kept up my maintenance at the same dealership. It was replaced and since then I am still feeling some fluttering at around 42 to 60 miles. I will be bringing it back tomorrow. Of course the dealership told me to drive it for about a week and it should get better. What kind of crap is that? I guess because I am a woman they think I am crazy. I am hoping to get rid of this car as soon as it is paid off. I certainly will think twice before buying another chevy made vehicle. I have called the GM company and they offered me free oil changes for 1 year, not any rebate or help on this big $2900 transmission I had to purchase. They stated if I would have called them when my car was being fixed, they would have had the dealership tear down the transmission to see if it was something faulty with it and if not, I would have had to foot the bill to the dealership for whatever it would have cost for tearing the transmission all apart. If it would have been faulty then they would have reimbursed me. Who wants to take a chance like that. Who is it to say that they would have told me the truth if the transmission was faulty. They are all crooks and It is sad that we are getting ripped off! In the end, because they treat people this way, nothing but bad will come to the GM company and the dealerships who constantly rip people off.

[j cAT]

your problems are common with many owners like you with these type issues.

they think you are a crazy woman because you had the dealership do this work for 2900.oo and when it works like crap did not quickly return it.

I know of many like you that would walk if GM was the only car manufacturer.

once the GM warrantee ends never go back to the dealership. they make money selling vehicles not repairing or should I say part changers is what they really are.

I would get a toyota . dealerships treat owners much better. vehicles are inspected whenever a repair/warrantee work is done. also no lies at least where I have gone.

all dealerships do charge a very large amount for the non warrantee work done. when they do poor work and have a high cost they are saying buy a new vehicle.

I would get rid of this vehicle quickly.

[mqwdfb]

I'm about to take the car back to the shop to have them check the car. I will ask about the fluid type.

[Jeffr1026]

My transmission just failed on my 2006 impala ss. Likely I was close to my house and I was able to coast the rest of the way. I just don't understand this. I just had a computer hooked up to it and it did not mention anything about the transmission. The real kicker is I just made my last car payment for this vehicle. I have purchase 3 chevys from the same dealership (Criswell's) I can only hope they will help with the payment, or I can tell you I will never purchase a chevy again. I only have 70k miles.

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by Jeffr1026

My transmission just failed on my 2006 impala ss. Likely I was close to my house and I was able to coast the rest of the way. I just don't understand this. I just had a computer hooked up to it and it did not mention anything about the transmission. The real kicker is I just made my last car payment for this vehicle. I have purchase 3 chevys from the same dealership (Criswell's) I can only hope they will help with the payment, or I can tell you I will never purchase a chevy again. I only have 70k miles.

unless this is a warrantee issue do not return to the dealership. these people do not rebuild transmissions. they contract out to the lowest bidder the work.

best go to a repair shop that is well recommended in your area that offers a 1 year warrantee with periodic checks after the repair. the transmission does require DEXRON VI fluid. also the fluid/filter need be replaced after the first 30,ooomi. to remove debris from manufacturing/breakin .

if you operate in hilly areas/traffic/high heat ac on you need to replace the fluid/filter at the 40,ooomi useage amount.

if the vehicle ever overheats you will need to have the fluid replacement servicing done to replace the overheated damaged fluid.

GM may state in your owners book the fluid is good for 100,ooomi. well this is not for normal driving conditions. also the use of DEXRON III is no longer a GM fluid for your vehicle make sure it is not used. turns to acid as it gets heated over 10,ooomi. this then damages the internal components. dexronVI costs more because it is a synthetic material.the viscosity is also slightly lower. this is the recommended fluid now used by GM since 2007.

"DO NOT USE DEXRON III"

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by Jeffr1026

My transmission just failed on my 2006 impala ss. Likely I was close to my house and I was able to coast the rest of the way. I just don't understand this. I just had a computer hooked up to it and it did not mention anything about the transmission. The real kicker is I just made my last car payment for this vehicle. I have purchase 3 chevys from the same dealership (Criswell's) I can only hope they will help with the payment, or I can tell you I will never purchase a chevy again. I only have 70k miles.

Unless you have software/scanner that can read drivetrain GM secret codes you will not have access to these failure codes. you most likely have software that only reads engine codes.

much of the codes that could be read are GM secret codes and require $2-3,ooo to get GM to allow you to read them. larger repair shops have to pay every year to get these secret code readers/software.

A transmission repair shop must have these readers to properly diagnose vehicles along with the pressure readings.

the cost to properly repair this along with the warrantee should be around 1500-1800 including the follow up checks.

replacing the fluid several thousand miles after a repair is quite common. keep the fluid condition correct.

[InverseEngine]

I have a 2007 Impala SS, and experienced the similar problems. Around 78k miles the transmission started having trouble engaging in first gear. It didn't happen all the time, but when it did, you could feel it slam into gear. I notified Freeman Mazda in Irving, TX, where I bought the vehicle used, but got no response. Over 60 days from the purchase date, the problem got worse.

I took it to the Service department, and was told that there were no computer codes, that there was no check engine light. I swore up and down that at 40, 60, and 80 mph, the transmission would shudder and the rpms would fluctuate wildly. The first go round, I was told they were unable to "replicate" the issue. On the second day of being in the shop the manager confirmed the problem, but was told there were still no codes and that I should send it to a Chevy dealership to have it looked at a second time. Eventually, the transmission failed at a stop light. I hit the gas, and the car went nowhere.

Luckily I had an extended warranty, and am currently having a new (reman.) transmission installed. Other than that, its a great ride. Black, Black leather interior, tinted windows, etc...

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by InverseEngine

I have a 2007 Impala SS, and experienced the similar problems. Around 78k miles the transmission started having trouble engaging in first gear. It didn't happen all the time, but when it did, you could feel it slam into gear. I notified Freeman Mazda in Irving, TX, where I bought the vehicle used, but got no response. Over 60 days from the purchase date, the problem got worse.

I took it to the Service department, and was told that there were no computer codes, that there was no check engine light. I swore up and down that at 40, 60, and 80 mph, the transmission would shudder and the rpms would fluctuate wildly. The first go round, I was told they were unable to "replicate" the issue. On the second day of being in the shop the manager confirmed the problem, but was told there were still no codes and that I should send it to a Chevy dealership to have it looked at a second time. Eventually, the transmission failed at a stop light. I hit the gas, and the car went nowhere.

Luckily I had an extended warranty, and am currently having a new (reman.) transmission installed. Other than that, its a great ride. Black, Black leather interior, tinted windows, etc...

when you get it back sell quickly.

[InverseEngine]

I just financed it....

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by InverseEngine

I just financed it....

whenever a transmission is repaired/or replaced with a reman you must have a warranty. the repair shop will also have you periodically , bring in for checks to ensure that the repair or replacement is working correctly. this also comes with a 1 or 2 year warranty. this would include all charges.

If the shop is not giving any of these services you just might get a scrap yard unit. this has been done before !

[Bignell]

I am on my 5th transmission replacement and I have experienced the same problems as everyone else. The bad part is that I have paid the 3K for the tranny (number 3) and had it fixed once under warranty. Now the warranty is over, it seems I'm stuck with another unwarranted bill. I have also came to the conclusion that as long as GM does nothing to modify the transmission this problem will continue. It is unfortunate that we the consumer have to pay such a price and the company knows the problem exists. Does anyone have a solution to aviod the reinstall of another faulty transmission other than BUY a Toyota?