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Chevy Tahoe Transmission Problems

  • Re: 1999 Chevy Tahoe Tranmission problems [richinatl73]

    Written by: woodycox on Dec 12, 2011 1:17:56 PM

    Cut & Pasted from my ORIGINAL issue --- 129K miles, one owner. Wife driving in 2WD. Went out of gear. Engine rev'd up. Would not go into Drive or Reverse. Got engine code for O2 Sensor. Changed it out. Light went out. All good. Yesterday, did same thing but no engine light came on. Pulled over. Put in Park. In PARK position, it started to roll forward, had to apply brakes ... Read More

Chevy Suburban and Tahoe AC and Heater Problems

  • Re: Chevrolet Suburban & Tahoe: A/C - Climate Control Questions [tidester]

    Written by: 99burban on Aug 17, 2010 8:04:24 PM

    OK, I'll shoot. I have dual zones(front/rear) in my 1999 Suburban. For some odd reason, the front/driver zone blows warm while the rear is just peachy. Any idea, guys? I just was not fun driving home a week ago from our trout fishing trip in Bennett Springs, MO. The heat index was about 115f.

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

  • 99 Tahoe 4 dr 4wd ignition module keeps burning up. Help

    Written by: fireman180 on Feb 25, 2010 2:49:58 PM

    I have a 1999 Chevy Tahoe 4dr 4wd that keeps burning up ignition modules. I have replaced it 3 times since January 1. Any ideas would help Thanks

Chevrolet Tahoe Suburban 4 Wheel Drive Indicator Lights

  • Re: Tahoe 4WD [nikt]

    Written by: mwdaniel on Feb 8, 2010 1:37:17 PM

    I also have a 1999 Tahoe and have trouble getting into 4HI during the big East Coast Blizzard this weekend. It finally went in and now it will not go back to 2HI. When I hit the 2HI button, I can hear the motors underneath making noise and the relays in clicking behind the dash. The 2HI lights flash a few times and simply goes back to 4HI. It will not ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Transmission Problems

  • 1999 Chevy Tahoe wont shift once the engines warm

    Written by: tharsing on Jan 30, 2010 6:04:36 PM

    Hello all, I need help! I have a 1999 Tahoe 4X4 LT with a automatic transmission. a few months ago, I was driving it and the transmission started slipping. I parked it and thought i needed to replace the transmission since it has 180,000 mile on it. Then after talkign with a friend who had a 1996 tahoe he had he had same problem as I did and after replacing two ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Suburban 4 Wheel Drive Indicator Lights

  • Re: Tahoe 4WD [nikt]

    Written by: notawrenchguy on Jan 12, 2010 5:46:22 PM

    Nikt, Thanks. The Haynes Manual ( # 24066) I bought covers Chevy Silverado, GMC Sieera 1999- 2006. it also covers Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Denali, Avalanche, etc You could probaly check it out on-line or at your local Napa Auto Shop (or similar) Take care. I guess I'm now "kind of a wrench guy"

  • Tahoe 4WD

    Written by: nikt on Jan 11, 2010 11:54:16 PM

    Referring to my previous messages, you may recall that on my 1999 Tahoe, the ATC fuse blew twice. This fuse evidently protects the so-called "encoder motor" that shifts the transfer case from 2 Hi to 4Hi, etc. I concluded that the failure to shift was the fault of this shift motor. I checked the 4 WD option code from the option code plate located in the glove box door, then cross-checked ... Read More

  • Tahoe 4WD

    Written by: nikt on Jan 6, 2010 6:45:56 AM

    To all, Just so you all know, my experiences with 4WD have been limited to my 1999 Tahoe and its particular transmission, 4WD control configuration, and fusing. I can't speak with any authority on any other year or model GM product (heck, I can't speak with any authority on my own Tahoe). My suggestion would be to check all fuses that seem to relate to the 4WD controls and replace any ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Maintenance and Repair

  • sorry

    Written by: tommyr43 on Oct 17, 2009 12:29:36 PM

    It's a 1999 Chevy Tahoe 4WD with a 6.5 Turbo Diesel . . .

Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe Start problems

  • Pressure Regulator in 5.7 Tahoe

    Written by: swdodson on Oct 7, 2009 7:42:18 PM

    Is there supposed to be a vacuum hose connected to the port on the side of the pressure regulator on a 1999 Chevy Tahoe with a 5.7? The old one doesn't have one, but the part looks like it's supposed to be connected to something...

Oil pressure gauge fluctuation

  • Oil pressure gauge fluctuation

    Written by: giants56 on Jan 4, 2009 2:10:11 PM

    Hi I have a 1999 Chevy Tahoe and the oil pressure has always stayed constant at 40. Now all of the sudden it is self regulating and fluctuating between 36 and almost 60 depending on acceleration etc. Is this a sign my oil pump is on it's way out?

Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe Start problems

  • Re: Trouble Starting '99 Suburban in the morning [my_three_sons]

    Written by: michael_h on Nov 5, 2008 10:28:44 PM

    my_three_sons - this sounds like my problem. here is what I have posted on just answer.com ========================== 1999 Tahoe V8 2WD - problem with starting when cockpit is humid. cranks, fires, acts like it wants to start, but dies. Only happens when cockpit is humid. Optional Information: 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 350 Already Tried: replacing rotor, cap, wires, plugs, unplugging in and pluggin in ECM connectors. All underhood stuff. Does not seem ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Transmission Problems

  • Re: Chevy 2 door 96 tahoe 5.7 transmission [jonay]

    Written by: 499degrees on Oct 31, 2008 7:07:31 PM

    1999 Chevy Tahoe 5.7 4x4.Same thing happend to me today. transmission was not making noise, not slipping and has been shifting flawlessly. Was stopped at stop sign. Stepped on the gas to move forward, rpm went up but no D321 or R. After sitting for a few minutes it would engage again but only for a short time. Fluid is full, no visible leaks, no slippage or audible noise. Had it ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

  • Intermittent Electrical Issues/Robbed Power

    Written by: nwp on Sep 23, 2008 11:39:44 AM

    I have a 1999 Chevy Tahoe Z71. I recently replaced the 5.7 with a GM Performance HT383E engine. The engine is touted to have 322 HP and over 430 lb ft of torque when mated with OEM injection, exhaust intake, parts. While the engine is stronger, it is not representative of the claimed increases. I had already fitted the 5.7 with edlbrock headers, a flowmaster cat back system, an AEM Brutforce ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Transmission Problems

  • Re: 1999 Chevy Tahoe Limited [apowell94]

    Written by: fordfan_17 on Apr 24, 2008 10:07:25 AM

    if you replaced the trans on your own a couple of things to check before you do anything major mlps (manual lever position sensor) does it read right on the dashif not readjust it or the shift interlock solenoid may not function.check fuses for blown fuse may also cause shift interlock solenoid not to work...hope this helps

  • 1999 Chevy Tahoe Limited

    Written by: apowell94 on Apr 21, 2008 7:30:32 PM

    I just replaced the transmission and it won't shift into gear. It was acting up before the transmission went it out. I think it is the sensor on the brake pedal. Any ideas? Is this hard to replace?

  • 1999 Chevy Tahoe Tranmission problems

    Written by: dunn77 on Dec 30, 2007 6:25:18 PM

    My tahoe is a 99 model, it acts like it is stuck in 2nd gear all the time. I've been told it was the ignition swicth. Cause it carries current to the moduales in the transmission. Is this true or do I have other problems?

Chevy Suburban Maintenance and Repair

  • Intermittent Steering Loss

    Written by: momof6 on Aug 6, 2007 4:44:19 AM

    For the last month or so our 1999 Chevy Suburban has been having intermittent steering loss on curves and if you hit a groove or any imperfection in the road. We had some friends that had a problem with this same issue a few years ago and when he overcorrected after a curve they had a tragic accident that killed their 10 yr. old daughter. Has anyone else had this problem ... Read More

Grinding noise when driving Chevy Tahoe

  • Re: grinding noise when driving '04 tahoe [andrew1968]

    Written by: beach15 on Feb 14, 2007 7:02:09 PM

    Could be a number of driveline things, but a bigger question--why do you think your 4wd can't be turned off? There wasn't a single '00-06 Tahoe equipped like that, as all 4wd models got 2Hi, 4Hi, 4Lo as choices to run in via push button. So it's a bit odd why you said that. Regardless, it could be a bearing, maybe, though I'm not sure why it might come and go ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe News and Views

  • Remembering the Old Days...

    Written by: pdsniper on Oct 26, 2006 3:55:42 AM

    Remembering the old days a wishing to be back there again. It was sure nice to have a place to go and find information about the GM-900. When I was searching the internet to find information on the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban that I had ordered, I came across a forum. I noticed that it was called “2007 Chevrolet Tahoe/GMC Yukon”. But with the exceptions of the Suburban body is 20” longer, ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Maintenance and Repair

  • Re: 1999 Tahoe wont start--- Ignition modlue??? [19tahoe99]

    Written by: arrie on Sep 26, 2006 11:23:54 AM

    I replaced my Crankshaft Position Sensor and did not have any problems. And I did not need to run any re-learn process. By my Chevy dealer shop new crank shaft position sensor can set the DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code), i.e. lit up the check engine light but even when this happens the truck will run. Re-learn will then take care of this 'false' code. I don't think your problem is with ... Read More

Tahoe Suburban Brake Questions

  • Re: Abs brakes

    Written by: tahoetrouble on Jul 24, 2006 3:46:09 PM

    I have a 2001 chevy Tahoe, my ABS would come on when braking at low speed, after some time the dealership agreed to do the recall, only to say I still have the problem and need to replace my front hubs, they want to replace the driver side first and if that doesn't fix it they'll do the passenger side. I took the vehicle to a local sears and they did ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Maintenance and Repair

  • Problems with the 99 Chevy Tahoe

    Written by: confusedontl on Mar 8, 2006 12:11:18 PM

    I have a friend that has a 1999 Chevy Tahoe and is having some major problems. She is having problems starting the vehicle. They have changed everything from sensor wires, gas tank, battery, vacumn hose, so many things we cant remember. The problems is when she starts it...it just does like there is no gas going to the engine to boost it to start. It's hard to explain. We have taken ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe

  • This will be my last Tahoe

    Written by: dmgator on Mar 4, 2006 8:08:30 PM

    After having owned a 1999 and 2001 Chevy Tahoe, I will not buy another Chevy vehicle after I get rid of the current one. I have a 2001 Tahoe with only 48,000 miles and have been easy on the vehicle with all service done at the dealer. My rear brakes have squeaked and the dealer says they are fine and that is normal for metalic pads. That is ridiculous to have ... Read More

Two-door Chevrolet Tahoes

  • Re: Am I looking for something impossible?

    Written by: johnvn86 on Dec 1, 2005 10:36:30 PM

    No no you got me all wrong I'm not asking for buy/sell offers. I'm asking if anyone thinks that it is still possible to get a 1997, 1998, or 1999 Two Door Chevy Tahoe with a 6.5L Turbo Diesel with less than 100,000? Thanks :)

  • Am I looking for something impossible?

    Written by: johnvn86 on Dec 1, 2005 12:33:09 AM

    I've fell in love and there is just about nothing anybody can say that will make me break my infatuation with the Chevy Two Door Tahoe. I love the way it looks, as a mean yet not to big but not to small truck. I like the SUV body style because I'll be able to use it more because I don't need a truck bed everyday. Well there's the story now ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe

  • rear passenger windows only go down 5 inches ???

    Written by: laredoggg on Sep 16, 2005 3:19:23 AM

    is there anyway that i can get my rear back seat windows to go down further than 5 inches" ? this is an absolute terrible design by chevy ! can someone please help me investigate this and please leave me some feedback ! ~ 1999 tahoe

  • Re: clunk in rear of 1999 chevy tahoe [bleague]

    Written by: aacuk on Jul 12, 2005 1:32:04 PM

    Your solution also fixed the clunk on my 1999 Tahoe LT 2dr. Thanks for posting this fix. :)

  • Re: clunk in rear of 1999 chevy tahoe [bleague]

    Written by: aacuk on May 8, 2005 12:00:06 PM

    I have exactly the same clunk when pulling away after stopping. What type of grease did you use to solve this problem (will high melting point grease do it?)

  • Re: clunk in rear of 1999 chevy tahoe [i8aferrari]

    Written by: brian77711 on May 7, 2005 11:04:24 AM

    I have the same problem in a 99 Suburban. Two dealers said it was the yoke and inserting grease was the only solution--it sounds like a major engineering flaw and GM will not recall! They also said a new yoke would not fix it. Do you know anything else?

  • Re: clunk in rear of 1999 chevy tahoe [i8aferrari]

    Written by: bleague on Apr 10, 2005 2:11:28 PM

    I had a 96 Tahoe with a similar problem. It was caused by the front drive draft universal yoke binding on a stop and "clunking" when you were to accelerate. It was solved by applying a "special GM" grease on the yoke. The dealer will perform this for about 1 hour labor charge. I bought the grease and did myself in about 30 minutes. PS: my 89 CK1500 also has the ... Read More

  • clunk in rear of 1999 chevy tahoe

    Written by: i8aferrari on Apr 10, 2005 8:20:30 AM

    hi i have a 1999 chevy Tahoe when i come to a stop, then take off the rear end clunks , when i checked it i found no play in the diff and i checked for a broken leaf and loose body mount boly but found nothing. I suspect that the spider gears are worn out but before i overhaul the diff , can someone give me some feedback about this ... Read More

Two-door Chevrolet Tahoes

  • Two-door Chevrolet Tahoes

    Written by: jrockwell2 on Feb 28, 2005 1:39:17 PM

    I would like to buy a new Chevrolet Tahoe TWO-DOOR like they built for many years. I don't need a four-door of the Tahoe of Suburban. The smaller size is better for four wheeling and is definately better for traffic and parking. The prices the 1999 and older used ones indicates some desire out there for a large two-door SUV. I would buy a Bronco but I guess Ford is too ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe

  • OEM fender flares f/1999 4-door Tahoe (old style)

    Written by: cartrucknut on Jan 9, 2005 5:19:43 PM

    The local Chevy dealer cannot find the correct part # for the following vehicle. I looking for OEM flares that were found on a limited qty of Z-71 Tahoe (old body style). My 99 Tahoe is w/o flares and I want to add the OEM flares found on the 99 Z-71. The Chevy parts counter manager stated that if I could provide him with the VIN of a 1999 Z-71 Tahoe, ... Read More

  • Re: New Noise - Solved [frankf3]

    Written by: onalaska on Aug 22, 2004 6:27:03 AM

    Here is a copy of the bulletin. We have the problem on out 2000 Yukon, but the dealer never figured it out before the Yukon went out of warranty. Parking brakes have not worked since it was new. Bulletin No.: 02-05-26-002A Date: February, 2003 TECHNICAL Subject: Scraping Noise From Rear Of Vehicle (Replace Parking Brake Shoe Kit and Clean Drum In Hat Rotor) Models: 2002-2003 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT 1999-2003 Chevrolet ... Read More

  • RE: Downsizing a Tahoe

    Written by: aa555zz on Dec 31, 2003 7:25:00 AM

    I assume that you are taking about the current style Tahoe. Years 2000-2004. You can lower the front suspension some by removing tension on the torsion bars. You will have to replace the rear springs to lower the rear suspension. You will also probably have to replace the rear shock absorbers if your Tahoe has the manual self-leveling shocks or the autoride shocks. Most Tahoes have the manual self-leveling shocks. The ... Read More

  • TSB 02-05-26-002 has been replaced with 02-05-26-002A

    Written by: obyone on Aug 26, 2003 10:50:56 PM

    Brakes - Scraping Noises From Rear of Vehicle File In Section: 05 - Brakes Bulletin No.: 02-05-26-002A Date: February, 2003 TECHNICAL Subject: Scraping Noise From Rear Of Vehicle (Replace Parking Brake Shoe Kit and Clean Drum In Hat Rotor) Models: 2002-2003 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT 1999-2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Series Pickups 2000-2003 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe 1500 Series Models 2002-2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 Series Models 1999-2003 GMC Sierra 1500 Series Pickups 2000-2003 ... Read More

  • Second Row Seating Question - Help?

    Written by: victor29 on Aug 20, 2003 11:36:05 AM

    We have a 1999 Tahoe and recently scoured every possibility in the newer market for ones with 3rd row seating and compared them endlessly. In spite of a company discount + 4500 cash back + GM card, which put the price of a new well-equipped 2003 down to around $28k, we decided to still hold off. Even when we do get one, I want to keep the '99 (after four years ... Read More

  • Well...

    Written by: gmalltheway on Jul 7, 2003 11:07:40 AM

    My 2000 Tahoe came with the same tires stock, not exactly the bet tires (putting it nicely) as far as im concerned, at 12,000 miles i had to replace the tires. Also Yes we had a 1996 Tahoe and that body style 1995-1999 had terrible steering, very lose and you were always moving the wheel, however i think Chevy REALLY improved in the new body style.

  • jboat1

    Written by: obyone on Jan 19, 2003 5:47:42 PM

    Think your dealer is blowing some smoke.... Heating, A/C - Passenger Side of Vehicle Colder/Warmer File In Section: 01 - HVAC Bulletin No.: 01-01-37-008 Date: April, 2001 TECHNICAL Subject: Passenger Side of Vehicle Colder/Warmer Than Driver's Side (Repair HVAC Case to Cowl Seal) Models: 1999-2001 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup (Silverado, Sierra) and Utility (Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Yukon XL) Models 2002 Cadillac Escalade Condition Some customers may comment that the passenger ... Read More

  • Like a Sponge - WATER INTRUSION

    Written by: aa555zz on Jan 3, 2003 1:27:11 AM

    In January 2000, Chevrolet issued a Technical Service Bulletin (TBS) which addressed the problem of water intrusion into the rear compartment. The bulletin number is: 000866001. Check to see if this bulletin applies to your 1999 Tahoe.

  • slippage in rear end

    Written by: kiki_0699 on Nov 25, 2002 3:49:08 PM

    I just purchased a 1999 Tahoe. From the first week I drove it. I felt a slight slipping felling from the rear end. Maybe a gear slipping? Chevy service manager said it was normal and that it was a floating rear end and was the differential changing. Another mechanic told me that it could be the yolk in the drive shaft sticking and was pushing the engine forward. An yone else ... Read More

  • Steering shaft TSB

    Written by: obyone on Sep 12, 2002 6:48:51 AM

    Steering - Underhood Clunk Noise File In Section: 02 Steering Bulletin No.: 00-02-35-003A Date: December, 2001 TECHNICAL Subject: Clunking Noise Under Hood and can be felt in the Steering Wheel (Lubricate Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly) Models: 1999-2002 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup Models (Silverado and Sierra) 2000-2002 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Utility Models (Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Yukon XL) With Recirculating Ball-Type Steering This bulletin is being revised to add model years ... Read More

  • toodles

    Written by: obyone on Jun 13, 2002 6:33:01 PM

    I'd be wary of that dealer if I were you. Park Brake - Low Effort Apply System Description File In Section: 05 - Brakes Bulletin No.: 01-05-26-001 Date: March, 2001 INFORMATION Subject: Low Effort Parking Brake Apply System Models:1999-2001 Chevrolet and GMC C/K 15 and 25 Series Pickup Models (Silverado, Sierra) 2000-2001 Chevrolet and GMC C/K 15 and 25 Series Utility Models (Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Yukon XL) 2001 GMC C/K 15 ... Read More

  • Clunking

    Written by: obyone on Jun 2, 2002 12:39:24 PM

    Steering - Underhood Clunk Noise File In Section: 02 Steering Bulletin No.: 00-02-35-003A Date: December, 2001 TECHNICAL Subject: Clunking Noise Under Hood and can be felt in the Steering Wheel (Lubricate Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly) Models: 1999-2002 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup Models (Silverado and Sierra) 2000-2002 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Utility Models (Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Yukon XL) With Recirculating Ball-Type Steering This bulletin is being revised to add model years ... Read More

  • blh7068 and kiilew

    Written by: obyone on Jan 30, 2002 8:18:04 AM

    Clunking in the steering appeared when the remake of the Tahoe/Yukon was introduced. I would think that GM had rid themselves of all the clunky shafts. It appears not. Maybe its a numbers game or design flaw as some have had to change the shaft more than once. Here is the service bulletin on it...note the date and though it says for recirculating ball type found on 4x4's, it also applies ... Read More

  • Say:

    Written by: jrosasmc on Jan 24, 2002 8:12:22 PM

    If 1999 was the last year that Chevy offered a two-door Tahoe model, is it common to see one of these on the highways?

  • With winter approaching....

    Written by: jgmilberg on Aug 28, 2001 11:26:48 PM

    I remember some of you with the cold air on the passenger side of teh truck during the cold winter months. GM has now issued a TSB, here it is. If the dealer give a hassle give them the TSB number and tell them to fix the problem. I apologize for the long post, but it is the entire TSB, for those with "problem" dealers that don't like to look things ... Read More

  • fiber700, yes I do.

    Written by: 0patience on Jan 28, 2001 4:30:57 PM

    Need to know what year it is. Petros, Here is the letter that should have been sent out to owners. January, 2001 Dear General Motors Customer: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Reason For This Recall General Motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1999-2000 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC ... Read More

  • Opatience & Recall

    Written by: petros22 on Jan 28, 2001 2:38:05 PM

    Thanks for the info! Here it is in more detail: General Motors Corporation Models: Chevrolet Silverado Years: 1999-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe Year: 2000 Chevrolet Suburban Year: 2000 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Year: 2000 GMC Sierra Years: 1999-2000 Number Involved: 1,383,922 Dates of Manufacture: April 1998 - June 2000 Defect: Certain light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicleshave a clearance between the front right-hand brake pipe and the body cross sill that could ... Read More

  • Whoops, guess I stepped in it.

    Written by: 0patience on Jan 28, 2001 11:40:17 AM

    Didn't mean to cause an uproar,just noticed it was something that evidently left a bad taste in his mouth and I wasn't sure what the deal was. So I asked. As I said, I was trying to figure it all out. Petros22, Below are the recalls pertaining to brakes that I could find on the 2000 pickups,but couldn't find a referance for a year in the posts. If it is newer,let ... Read More

  • TSB for replacement shaft

    Written by: obyone on Jan 23, 2001 6:59:13 PM

    Clunking Noise Under Hood/Felt In Steering Wheel (Replace Upper Strg Shaft Assm) #00-02-35-003 Clunking Noise Under the Hood and can be felt in the Steering Wheel (Replace the Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly) 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C2/K1/K2 Pickup Models (Silverado and Sierra) 2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Utility Models (Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Yukon XL) With Recirculating Ball-Type Steering Condition Some customers may comment on a clunk type noise coming from ... Read More

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