Q: Grinding noise when I start my 02 avalanche check engine light on

asked by on September 16, 2017

Grinding noise when I start it but then goes away the gas pedal can be pushed to the floor and not jump up to top speed

My car has 170000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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