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P0829: P0829: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Range/Performance Problem

on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

Fix Cost
$200 - $1000
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Your Vehicle
2020 Chevrolet
SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP
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📖 What Does P0829 Mean on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP?

The TCM has detected a problem with the transmission's range and performance, which can cause issues with gear shifting, hesitation, or slipping.
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Symptoms

  • • Transmission hesitation
  • • slipping
  • • or difficulty shifting gears
  • • unusual noises
  • • or the transmission warning light on the dashboard
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Common Causes

  • • Faulty transmission solenoid
  • • faulty transmission pressure sensor
  • • faulty transmission temperature sensor
  • • faulty transmission control module
  • • or a problem with the transmission's hydraulic system
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How to Fix P0829 on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

1. Check the transmission fluid level and condition, 2. Scan for any other trouble codes, 3. Check the transmission solenoid and replace if faulty, 4. Check the transmission pressure sensor and replace if faulty, 5. Check the transmission temperature sensor and replace if faulty, 6. Check the transmission control module and replace if faulty, 7. Perform a transmission fluid flush and fill

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Related Diagnostic Codes

Other codes that may appear with P0829

P0827 Sequential Code

P0827: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Range/Performance Problem

Medium
P0828 Sequential Code

P0828: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Internal Fault

Medium
P0830 Sequential Code

P0830: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Range/Performance Problem

Medium
P0831 Sequential Code

P0831: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Range/Performance Problem

Medium

💡 Why These Codes Are Related:

  • • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
  • • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
  • • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
  • • Same System: Components within the same automotive system