why is 2000 automatic monte carlo slipping when shifting into 2nd gear

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Asked by LunaMoon714 Oct 06, 2014 at 09:46 PM about the 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

when I come to complete stop and step on gas it will slip when shifting into 2nd gear and then I lift off gas it will go but with major hesitation and then it will be fine, it doesn't do it every single time I stop, but a lot more lately.   I can't afford to go to dealership...pls help!

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You have to check it running and warmed up. If it's brown and smells burnt get it flushed(I highly recommend BG). If its red like kool-aid and just low fill it up. However, the fluid is probably leaking out somewhere. Get it fixed or it will ruin the transmission down the road.

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Js08016 could be right but if the 1-2 shift solenoid was failing it will usually kick on the service engine soon light. Is there a S.E.L. on?

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I had the fluid checked today and he said "not a great color - may need to replace transmission and he would do it for $900."!! Someone else thought it might be the throttle position sensor or transmission solenoid. Service engine light has not come on - yet. How do I check to know if it is the throttle position sensor or trans solenoid? I have a hard time getting people to be honest about it - I'm a girl and don't know jack and they know it!! Thanks for all the help...

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Well that's not good. You can always get a second opinion from another REPUTABLE mechanic. The throttle position sensor won't make the transmission slip or slam into gear.

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Just so you know $900 would be cheap to have a transmission rebuilt. Make sure you get that in writing if you end up going that route. Make sure there not just swapping your old transmission with a used one from a junkyard.

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The $900 is his labor, I am to supply transmission. What about transmission solenoid - is there a way to check that? I may have to go dealership route even though it may be most expensive

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Do not go to a dealership. All there gonna do is try selling you a new car or a brand new transmission. Go to a independent mechanic or a trusted transmission specialist. To replace the transmission solenoid you have to remove the trans from the car and open it up at that point you have it rebuilt and get a warranty with it.

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Js08016 is correct. A 2000 monte is either going to have a 3.4 liter (3400) or a 3.8 liter (3800).

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