2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo stalls in reverse

199,000 MILES • 3.4L • V6 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FIGUEROAI
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Car runs good in drive, 3,2,1, but once i put it in reverse it just dies.,
Jun 16, 2014 at 8:14 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Suspect planetary gear fault any problems with REV before this> like slipping? delayed shift?
What happens if you give it pedal to keep it running?
Jun 17, 2014 at 1:59 AM
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FIGUEROAI
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01 Monte Carlo LS, 199k, no problem with the transmission before. As soon as its in (R), it turns off. . Even when apply gas pedal.
Jun 17, 2014 at 11:19 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Only answered one question need all info can give. Problem is internal need to have checked out by trained Trans Tech. At 200K ever have trans fluid changed?
Jun 18, 2014 at 12:22 AM
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FIGUEROAI
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not sure bought the car used, last year. if i would guess the answer would be no.
Jun 18, 2014 at 12:36 AM
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