Automatic transmission does not work?

Tiny
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  • 2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 100,000 MILES
Hello, my automatic transmission doesn't work! It stays at 1st gear and won't shift.
Errors displayed are:
P0013
P0700
P0766
P0324
P0326

Can I repair it or do I need new?
Wednesday, August 23rd, 2023 AT 2:53 PM

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Tiny
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It looks like you've provided a list of OBD-II trouble codes for your 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. These codes are generated by the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system when it detects issues with various components in your vehicle. Let's go through each code:

P0013 - Camshaft Position Actuator "B" Control Circuit/Open (Bank 1): This code indicates a problem with the camshaft position actuator circuit for Bank 1. The camshaft position actuator is responsible for controlling the variable valve timing on the engine. This could be caused by a faulty actuator, a wiring issue, or a problem with the engine control module.

P0700 - Transmission Control System (MIL Request): This code is a generic code that indicates there is a fault in the transmission control system. It serves as a request for the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or Check Engine Light to be illuminated. It's often accompanied by specific transmission-related codes, which seem to be P0766 in your case.

P0766 - Shift Solenoid "D" Performance or Stuck Off: This code points to an issue with the shift solenoid "D" in the transmission. It suggests that the solenoid is not performing as expected or is stuck in the "off" position. This could result in transmission shifting problems.

P0324 - Knock Control System Error (Bank 1): This code indicates a problem with the knock sensor circuit on Bank 1. Knock sensors monitor for engine detonation or knocking and send signals to the engine control module. This could be caused by a faulty sensor, wiring issue, or engine control module problem.

P0326 - Knock Sensor "1" Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 1) or Sensor Performance (Bank 1): Similar to P0324, this code also relates to a problem with the knock sensor on Bank 1, but it suggests a range or performance issue. This could be due to sensor malfunction, wiring problems, or engine control module issues.

Given the number of codes you have, it's possible that there might be a common underlying issue affecting multiple systems.

Here is how to change the shift solenoid out to fix the problem. Please start a new question for the additional problems we only handle one problem per thread, please post your new question here, you must be logged in.

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new

Check out the images (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Thursday, August 24th, 2023 AT 12:34 PM
Tiny
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Is it usual to change oil after a transmission repair? My service wants to change oil after 2,000km.
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Monday, November 6th, 2023 AT 1:27 PM
Tiny
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Yes, it is a good idea to change out the fluid when doing the repair.

DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.

Please let us know how it goes.
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Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 AT 8:35 AM
Tiny
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They already changed the oil and did repair. Now they want to change it after 2000km driving. Couse new parts make a lot of dirt.

Transmission doing fine, but when I put in R I feel a slight vibration, that only lasts a second.
Is this common?
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Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 AT 9:28 AM
Tiny
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It depends on the vibration, a slight vibration is normal but if it is uncomfortable, you could have a transmission or engine mounts going out, can you upload a short video of the problem so I can see? You can upload it here with your response.
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Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 AT 8:41 AM

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