I have a 1996 Silverado. Will not go in drive or reverse unless i rev the engine really high. if i drop it into four wheel drive low it will take right off but will not shift. Any suggestions?

Asked by GuruFG2S May 16, 2017 at 02:00 PM about the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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First check the transmission fluid level. If that is good the thing to do is to go to a transmission shop for proper diagnosis. If there is around 150,000 or more miles on the trany, chances are it would need to be rebuilt.

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