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HELP - Service Stabilitrak & Service Traction Control
The stabilitrac controls alot of thing. Could be as simple as a sensor or in my case I had the long crank to start which was the fuel pump bleeding the fuel back into the tank and it started throwing the stabilitrac code while driving.
I would say if you are having an air bag code as well. I would have someone put it on the tech2 scanner see if it comes up on there
I would say if you are having an air bag code as well. I would have someone put it on the tech2 scanner see if it comes up on there
hey bud. So your fuel issue.
im having stabilitrak issues. 2008 Tahoe. Also having issues with crank/camshaft position sensors. I’ve replaced both twice Check engine light keeps randomly coming on and throwing the code for one or both of those. A lot of times check engine light comes on with no drivable differences noticeable Then whenever the stabilitrak pops up while driving I have issues. I can’t ever recall if it’s blinking or solid. I’ll try to pay better attention in the future. But sometimes it stalls and does instantly. Sometimes it runs like crap like it’s only hitting on a couple cylinders or robbed for fuel. When it does that I hear a poping in the engine or maybe a knock. Sometimes I can shut it off and leave it for 15 minutes and it starts fine. Sometimes I have to disconnect the battery for five minutes and then it’s fine. Sometimes cheating the code and it’s fine. Code is always crank/camshaft. If I try to start it right after it dies I’ll get long crank no start Sometimes it’s long crank barely start and run like crap I’ve chased wires. Checked connections dielectric grease on stuff I’m not getting these hard shifts or anything like anyone else it almost makes it immobile I’ve had a few different places try to scan it or hook computer up and everyone only ever tells me crank/camshaft code
Bud hasn't been here in a decade.
Post your codes and vehicle info please (engine/miles), ideally in a new thread. Thanks.
Has anyone figured out this root cause for the traction control warning coming on, causing the transmission to shift very HARD? Has anyone had the problem resolved? What was done to fix it and how much was the total repairs? the Service Traction control warning on my 2007 Avalanche has appeared twice in the last 30 days, causing the truck to shift out hard into 2nd gear. I run the truck off and back on and it shifts out fine. This also happened once last year, but didnt happen again until last month.
What did you do to fix this issue, and how much did it cost???

What did you do to fix this issue, and how much did it cost???

Julia Garcia,
I'm sorry to hear of your frustration with your Tahoe. Has your dealer been able to duplicate this problem? Does the transmission only shift hard/lose power when the TC light is on? Do the warning lights stay on or do they come on intermittently? Have you had any aftermarket equipment added to the vehicle (i.e. different size wheels/tires, etc.)?
Could you please PM me your vehicle VIN number so I may research your vehicle further. I may be able to provide additional information.
I look forward to your reply.
Louis
GM Customer Service
I'm sorry to hear of your frustration with your Tahoe. Has your dealer been able to duplicate this problem? Does the transmission only shift hard/lose power when the TC light is on? Do the warning lights stay on or do they come on intermittently? Have you had any aftermarket equipment added to the vehicle (i.e. different size wheels/tires, etc.)?
Could you please PM me your vehicle VIN number so I may research your vehicle further. I may be able to provide additional information.
I look forward to your reply.
Louis
GM Customer Service
StabiliTrak Indicator Light: If the warning light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you are driving, there may be a problem with your StabiliTrak system and your vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system is off and will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
This light will also flash when the StabiliTrak system is active. If the StabiliTrak system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.
The traction control part of StabiliTrak can be turned off by pressing and releasing the StabiliTrak button if both systems (traction control and StabiliTrak) were previously on. To disable both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the button for five seconds.
Traction control and StabiliTrak can be turned on by pressing and releasing the StabiliTrak button if not automatically shut off for any other reason.
When the TCS or StabiliTrak system is turned off, the StabiliTrak light and the appropriate TCS off or StabiliTrak off message will be displayed on the DIC to warn the driver. Your vehicle will still have brake-traction control when traction control is off, but will not be able to use the engine speed management system.
If the StabiliTrak and/or Traction Control are not operating properly, I encourage you to take your vehicle in for inspection. A certified technician will be able to offer a more accurate diagnosis.
If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact me.
This light will also flash when the StabiliTrak system is active. If the StabiliTrak system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.
The traction control part of StabiliTrak can be turned off by pressing and releasing the StabiliTrak button if both systems (traction control and StabiliTrak) were previously on. To disable both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold the button for five seconds.
Traction control and StabiliTrak can be turned on by pressing and releasing the StabiliTrak button if not automatically shut off for any other reason.
When the TCS or StabiliTrak system is turned off, the StabiliTrak light and the appropriate TCS off or StabiliTrak off message will be displayed on the DIC to warn the driver. Your vehicle will still have brake-traction control when traction control is off, but will not be able to use the engine speed management system.
If the StabiliTrak and/or Traction Control are not operating properly, I encourage you to take your vehicle in for inspection. A certified technician will be able to offer a more accurate diagnosis.
If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact me.
I don't have a TCS button to press. How do I turn it off?
I was getting those lights on my 2015 traverse and when I replaced the brake pedal return spring, it seemed to correct that problem. Before I changed it, I verified by holding my toe underneath the pedal to keep it all the way up and the lights did not come on until I removed my toe.
Hi
just a note:
I had the stabilitrac light coming on for years and no one could figure it out. I finally noticed that my motor mounts were broken. Fixed them and no more stabilitrac light. Been fine for several years now.
To check the motor mounts, have a driver put on the emergency brake, put their foot on the brake and put the vehicle in reverse. Give a little gas while holding down the brake. If the motor lifts up
the motor mounts are bad. Good luck.
just a note:
I had the stabilitrac light coming on for years and no one could figure it out. I finally noticed that my motor mounts were broken. Fixed them and no more stabilitrac light. Been fine for several years now.
To check the motor mounts, have a driver put on the emergency brake, put their foot on the brake and put the vehicle in reverse. Give a little gas while holding down the brake. If the motor lifts up
the motor mounts are bad. Good luck.
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