Why does my truck clunk when it shifts?

Why does my truck clunk when it shifts?

The sensors in the transmission are incorrectly regulating shifting information or your speed… Often clunking noises can occur because the sensors send incorrect shifting or speed information, creating a problem due to incorrect regulation. This is a problem that you should get checked out.

Why does my Chevy Silverado make a clunking noise?

Some owners have said that fuel sloshing in the fuel tank makes a clunking noise. This should be a minor noise, but if you have really good ears, you can check. The fuel tank or tanks will need to be half-full or less.

What causes a loud knocking noise at the crankshaft?

Excessive crankshaft end play is indicated by an intermittent rap or knock sharper than a worn main bearing. The following are causes of main bearing noise: Low oil pump pressure. Thin, diluted or dirty oil and/or filter. Excessive main bearing clearance. Excessive crankshaft end play. Out-of-round crankshaft journals. Loose crankshaft pulley.

What’s the knocking noise coming from MY Suburban?

I recently ran into this same knocking/ ticking issue coming from my 2005 Suburban, 5.3 Vortec. After countless hours of research, multiple engine flushes, oil change, air filter, valve adjustment…etc etc etc…my solution and problem were relatively simple.

Are there any problems with the Chevy Silverado 1500?

See all problems of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 . 2011 Chevrolet silverado. Consumer states transmission clunk and a leaky (water) drivers cabin and expresses discontent in regards to gm the consumer stated the vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times for the transmission noise.

Why does my Chevy Silverado make a knocking noise?

65 people found this helpful. for a piston slap you need to pull apart the motor and possibly either re-bore the cylinder with the bad piston or replace the entire block be cause of the damage done to the piston and the cylinder as the piston “slapped” against the walls of the cylinder most likely gouging the cylinder walls

Are there any knock sensor problems on GM trucks?

Knock Sensor Problems on GM Vehicles. Knock sensor problems are common on 1999-2007 Chevy Silverado, Express Van, Tahoe and Suburban trucks. Of course, this means that the GMC Sierra and Yukon of the same years have the same issues.

I recently ran into this same knocking/ ticking issue coming from my 2005 Suburban, 5.3 Vortec. After countless hours of research, multiple engine flushes, oil change, air filter, valve adjustment…etc etc etc…my solution and problem were relatively simple.

What kind of car makes a loud knocking noise?

I have an 06 1500 Z71 4wd with 73k miles. I’ve put 8,500 miles on it and it just started knocking. Started out light and has gotten worse. Does it whether it is cold or hot.