Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 2004 Chevrolet 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the noises during shifting (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the power train (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Noises During Shifting problems | |
| Power Train problems | |
| Driveshaft problems | |
| Universal Joint problems | |
| Transmission Not Engage problems | |
| Transmission Gear Slipping problems |
In December 2008 I contacted general motors regarding a continuous "backlash" that had developed in the drive train of my 2004 Chevrolet 4wd pickup truck when the automatic transmission shifted gears along with loud clicking noises that were coming from the speedometer/dash gauges . Read details...
Noticed coolant level would get low. Found water pump mounting gasket leaking, replaced water pump and gaskets, but continued lossing coolant. Found out there is a know defect with chevy 4. 8 and 5. 3 vortex engine heads cracking around the mounting bolt holes. Read details...
Speedometer drive motor failure, 2004 Chevrolet 1500 pu. When drive motor fails the speedometer will freeze at a random speed. Since the speedometer is stuck, you must calculate your speed from a start position of where it was stuck. Read details...