The same thing happened to my dads 96 Chevy S-10. The transmission was rusted not allowing it to shift. I would have the transmission checked out.
Answerthe vehicle speed sensor can cause this problem or it can be the thermostat.i had the same problem and it worked for me.
If your 1997 Chevy diesel will not shift into overdrive, you might have an issue with a transmission sensor. Some of these vehicles have several sensors that must engage in order to shift.
what would transmission not to shift in to overdrive
Because it does not have an overdrive gear.
The 1998 Chevy Silverado pickup truck shift solenoid can be found on the left-hand side of the engine. The shift solenoid will be near the center of the transmission.
if you have messed up the stiring wheel
chevy silverado ha automatic transmission . shift lever on column when put in or out of gear flops up and down . is it hard to put a spring in the column to repair
wont kickdown into passing gear
The transmission for the 1996 Chevy 3500 could be jumping from overdrive for several reasons. The transmission could have a vacuum or electrical problem causing it to come out of overdrive. Or, there could be an internal valve problem causing this to happen.
Answeri had the same problem of transmission not going into overdrive.i changed my thermostat and it works fine now.give it a try .
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That is one of the signs that your transmission is going bad. Better have it checked at your local mechanic before it leaves you stranded.