I want to rebuild my transmission for a 2003 cadillac escalade what tools do i need to do the job. This is my first time doing any cadillac.Ok so this whats going on with when i put it in "D" the first gear is fine but when it shift to second gear it sounds like in "P" and steppin on the gas but not going anywhere and "R" is also fine.

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the esv is longer 16'', longer wheelbase and 21" in length

SOURCE: 2003 cadillac escalade cranking over but not starting

I am not sure why your truck isn't cranking; however, I have had the same problem with no power to the diagnosis connector. There is a fuse box under your hood, look for the cigarette lighter fuse. I'll bet it is blown. Replace the fuse and you will have power to the port.

SOURCE: transmission shifting problems

You need to have it checked out by a mechanic as soon as possible, I drive a 2000 cadillac catera and it began to have the same problems about 4 months ago but last month my sport mode button began to blink which means a transmission problem. So when i had it looked at they said my 3rd gear was almost completely burnt out and it cost $2,000 to fix. The cause was a broken piece of the transmission was failing and it had to be completely rebuilt. Good luck!!

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i can do it ...huntersville nc ... 704 875 6607

SOURCE: transmission for 2004 cadillac escalade

Check for loose bands, clogged filter. check oil level.