I've had it throw the code a couple of times as well, with an unmodified 2007. Both times on the highway, both times while accelerating.

 

Hello all, I have the same problem happening right now. Stock 2006 LT2 68K miles and the TC light comes on every time I stomp on the gas to pass. Then the shifting gets completely clunky followed by the engine light. After a day or so it all goes away but pops up several days later. I've even had it happen when in cruise control on the highway.. any solutions?

I also have had the power shut off when I hit those fantastic Chicagoland potholes...

 

Oops never mind I just found the answer to my question. Lazy me I just needed to look one more thread. Thanks Whopper this was a big help... https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/how-tutorial-library-21/camshaft-position-actuator-solenoid-valve-replacement-w-pics-p0010-11-p0013-14-a-28779/

 

Cool. glad it worked out :)

 

Mine is 100% stock 2009 SS with 38000 miles and I have had this problem.

 

Car dealers are like politicians dishonest or would not have gotten in the bussiness.

 

Dear mroney,

Have you had this situation just arise recently or have this been going for some time?

Michelle, Chevrolet Customer Service

 

A little over a week on this problem. Since I am over 38000 (about 2 months out of warranty) I did not bother to take it to the dealer. I called and they said sensor problems do not fall under the drivetain coverage. Details on the issue are at this thread https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/problems-service-repairs-42/new-member-problem-36431/

I don't trust the dealer closest to me here anyway since I have been getting the run around on a tire pressure sensor problem that I have been to the dealer three times for (starting before the warranty ran out). If I do resort to dealer help in the future, I will drive to the other side of town and see if I have better luck there.

Don't get me wrong, I love my HHR. But some dealers give the rest a bad rep. So I think forums like this are a great place to find reliable help.

 

Mike - did the Check Engine Light come on?

 

You already addressed this problem for me, see thread https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/showthread.php?t=36431
I ordered the parts per your info. But I do appriciate your help and interest. Your procedure looks very detailed and simple for when the solenoids do come in. Thanks

I just wanted to let Lee3333 know its probally not the add ons causing this issue. My HHR is 100% stock and developed the same symtoms at about the same mileage as his friends car.