Transmission not shifting properly

2003 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
233,000 MILES • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MEGB2089
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When I go from 2nd into 3rd gear my RPMs rev really high and the truck does not shift into gear. I have to let off the gas and wait for it to fall back before I can press on the gas and it go into gear. This is the only gear it does it to.
Mar 31, 2021 at 12:01 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

This could be the 2-3 shift solenoid not working correctly. You will need to drop the pan and filter to access the solenoid.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/automatic-transmission-problems

I attached the procedure and pictures for you below. When one of these solenoids fails, they usually set a code with a check engine light.

Roy
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Mar 31, 2021 at 1:07 AM
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MEGB2089
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I forgot to mention it is throwing 2 codes. One is p0171 and p0442.
Mar 31, 2021 at 1:31 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Neither one of those is connected to the transmission.

We will deal with them on another question. We can only deal with one issue at a time per question. You can start a new question with those codes and I will be happy to help

Roy
Mar 31, 2021 at 1:36 AM
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MEGB2089
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Okay, I won't worry about those codes for now. Thank you.
Mar 31, 2021 at 4:54 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Mar 31, 2021 at 5:09 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The person never provided a fix for the issue. Sorry about that. I believe I am working with you on a different post. If that is correct, I'll see you on that thread.

Joe
May 9, 2023 at 12:53 PM
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