Power Train Related Problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The number one most common problem is related to the transfer case (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Chevrolet Silverado 2500


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

The Transfer Case problem

The holding clip for the oil pump inside of transfer case broke which allowed the oil pump to shake inside of case and consequently rubbed a hole thru t case which effectively emptied all the lubricating oil from t case ruining most of the parts inside.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

While towing a 30 ft 5th wheel trailer the frame vibrates for a period of time between 55 to 65 mph. Feels like a drive shaft u joint failure as it seems to be progressively worsening over several recent trips, but may be due to road conditions.   Read details...

The Universal Joint problem

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. After the vehicle was driven 65 mph and then parked, the contact noticed transmission fluid gushing out from underneath the vehicle. He later discovered that there was a crack in the rear transmission adapter, caused by a faulty universal joint.   Read details...


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