48RE Transmission

[Dick Langendorff]

Code kicked out the other day. #P1757. Has to do with Pressure and Solenoid. Took the truck to a Transmission shop. Said it would be around $600 to fix. Seems rather high. Checking online, parts would run around $200. Considering doing it myself. Any ideas and how difficult would this be.


2004 QC, Auto 48re 2 wheel Drive. 195000 miles.

 

[BIGNASTY]

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[JJPage]

here is great write up with pictures from CF, it also utilizes the GM parts upgrade. This is something you can easily do yourself.
http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/9...ernor-pressure-solenoid-install-write-up.html
Here's another, it's a 47RE, but same procedure.
http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/9...-47re-governor-solenoid-sensor-swap-pics.html

 

[mweiman]

electricaladvantage.com has the gm style solenoid at a decent price. I have put 2 of them in with good luck. Dropping the pan is probably the hardest part of the job.
Matt

 

[Dick Langendorff]

Thanks to the three of you,

I ordered the parts from Suncoast. Geno's put me in touch with them. The two links were very helpful.

Now I just need to figure out how to eliminate some of the transmission fluid mess.

Thanks again

 

[rscurtis]

Install a drain plug while you have the pan removed.

 

[cerberusiam]

Install a drain plug while you have the pan removed.

Yep, drill the pan on the vehicle to drain it and have a plug kit ready to install.

 

[SnoKing]

Better yet install an after market HD pan that has a drain. It helps strengthen the transmission case also. Chris

 

[Dick Langendorff]

Thanks, that is a great idea. I was going to pump out and then once the pan was off, put on a drain kit. Drilling a hole is a lot easier.

Thanks again.

 

[SnoKing]

I would not just drill a hole without knowing what is in that area above the pan. I believe the stock pans are close to the filter and other things. Chris

 

[cerberusiam]

Most of the kits tell you where to drill. The passenger side of the pan about 2/3 of the way back is clear of obstructions. Just have to make sure to drill the hole between the pan rail bolts or it makes it tough to get a socket on them.