What's going on with my Chevy Impala transmission?
Although Chevrolet discontinued the Implala nameplate in 2020, There are still plenty of them still on the road.
Ninth generation (2006–2016) Impalas were offered with four engine sizes (3.5L, 3,6L, 3.9L and 5.3L) and three transmissions (4-speed 4T65E automatic, 4-speed 4T65E-HD automatic, 6-speed 6T70 automatic).
The tenth, and final, generation could only be equipped with one of three motors ( 2.4 L LUK Ecotec I4 eAssist, 2.5 L LKW Ecotec I4 or 3.6 L LFX V6) and either a 6-speed 6T70 automatic or 6-speed 6T40 automatic transmission.
TOP 10 COMMON PROBLEMS WITH THE 6T70 TRANSMISSION
Transmission Fluid Overheating
A common issue with the 6T70 was the overheating of the transmission fluid. The issue was the result of a faulty circuit.
Problem with Brake Switch Circuit
The brake switch issue was another problem with the 6T70. This was also because of some internal problems with the brake switch circuit.
Issue with the Planetary Gear System
The issue which is a grave concern in the 6T70 transmission is a problem with the planetary gear system. Once the planetary gears become faulty, the gear ratios are incorrect. This causes problems in accelerating and gas mileage, climbing steep slopes, etc.
Shift Solenoid Failure
This is a common problem with all auto transmissions and also with the 6T70. Once the shift solenoid fails, the gears don’t change.
Output Shaft Speed Indicator Failure
The output shaft speed indicator is responsible for determining the speed at which the drive shaft is spinning or the output of the transmission. This is also known to fail in the 6T70 transmission.
Torque Converter Failure
The torque converter failure is again a common issue with auto transmissions. The 6T70 also has a problem with the torque converter. Once this fails, the gears don’t change.
Gear Slipping
There are also problems with the gears slipping in this transmission. This is either because of a solenoid failure or because of the planetary gear system issue.
No Reverse Gear
Due to solenoid failures the reverse gear may fail to engage. The solenoid failure is not a huge expense but its best to have it repaired immediately.
No Gear Shifting
This is often caused by the brake switch or a torque converter failure.
4X4 Not Engaging
Another issue with the 6T70 was with the 4X4 system. Some of the Crossover Utility vehicles that this transmission was used in were not able to go into 4X4.
If you live in Folsom and are having these problems with your Chevy Impala, bring it into our shop and let us determine exactly what's going on. We can get your transmission fixed and put you back on the road!