New member here, and I have two questions...

[TX_Tahoe04]

I have an '04 Tahoe that sometimes makes a funny noise when I start it. I have heard people talking about a "slapping piston" problem that Chevrolet has had with these trucks. Anyone know anything about this problem. Or the sound could also be described as a stuttering sound since I turn the key and it will start. However, it sounds like something sticks and there is a slight stuttering sound, maybe the "slapping piston" that I have heard about. When I took it to the dealer of course it didn't make the sound because as I said it only makes that sound sometimes. Well actually, the first time I heard it was about two months ago. Then last week I heard it again. I haven't heard anything since. Definitely not normal. Suggestions?

I also wanted to know if anyone has installed a third seat to their Tahoe. Mine came without a third-row when I bought it, but I was wondering if one could install the third-row or is that something the dealership can do. Prices? Suggestions?

Thank you in advance for any help that you may provide!!

 

[johnebgoode]

I have an '04 Tahoe that sometimes makes a funny noise when I start it. I have heard people talking about a "slapping piston" problem that Chevrolet has had with these trucks. Anyone know anything about this problem. Or the sound could also be described as a stuttering sound since I turn the key and it will start. However, it sounds like something sticks and there is a slight stuttering sound, maybe the "slapping piston" that I have heard about. When I took it to the dealer of course it didn't make the sound because as I said it only makes that sound sometimes. Well actually, the first time I heard it was about two months ago. Then last week I heard it again. I haven't heard anything since. Definitely not normal. Suggestions?

I also wanted to know if anyone has installed a third seat to their Tahoe. Mine came without a third-row when I bought it, but I was wondering if one could install the third-row or is that something the dealership can do. Prices? Suggestions?

Thank you in advance for any help that you may provide!!

Vehicle has to have factory anchor points for 3rd seat or you will be liable in an accident if anyone is injured due to 3rd row coming loose. Leaving yourself wide open for a problem.