On a 1984 ford f150 4 speed manual transmission why when driving and shifting through gears half of the time it grinds into gear what could be the problem?
Clutch not fully releasing, low of fluid, or synchronizers bad. You may need to adjust the clutch pedal free play.
Why a 1991 Honda civic with an auto transmission grinds and won't go into gear when shifting from park into any gear?
There are several reasons as to why a transmission would grind and not shift into gear. The problem could be cumulative therefore the problem could be 1 or a number of issues compounding the problem. The transmission has many valves in it that push transmission oil through. When you shift gears, if the valves are not able to push oil through, the transmission has a difficult time shifting, if it can at all. The transmission…
Why does the transmission clunk when shifting gears?
Are you sure it is the transmission that is clunking? It could be the u-joints on the drive shaft that are making the noise. When the u-joints on the drive shaft are bad, there is an audble clunk when you accelerate and when slowing down (basically the same motions you go through when shifting gears).
I have a 1999 Grand Prix GT and when stuck in traffic using the brake a lot or having to brake quickly the car begins to shift gears hard when moving again what is the problem?
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but it is most likely the solenoids in the transmission on their way to pasture. I have been driving through traffic like you and the transmission will intermittently have harsh upshifts, sometimes up to 4 or 5 before shifting to the correct gear (down shifting never had a problem). The transmission in mine finally set a code for the 'b' solenoid stuck closed :( I don't believe…
Why does your 1998 silverado start shifting hard after long periods of driving at speed over 45 until you shut off and start back up again?
Sounds like a bad solenoid. But if it shifts hard from first to second then from second to third but fine when from third to over drive forth but then shifts a little hard when down shifting through the gears if that is the case might need to change transmission filter and fluid sometimes overfilling the transmission with fluid could do this as well.
My 1994 ford explorer is running sluggish while driving and the transmission wont change gears unless you take the car up to 2000 to 3000 rpm before it changes can somebody till me what the problem is?
Your transmission is going out... Buy a bottle of Lucas transmission fix, pour it in, make sure you warm the veh. up for at least 15 minutes before driving it, and pray it gets you through till you can get a new one. Not fun!!! I had several explorers with this problem. I was able to drive them all for over a year with the lucas trans fix in it before it went ka-put.
Why can't you shift gears on a 2000 VW Jetta with a automatic transmission?
You can't shift gears on an automatic transmission because, as it is called, it's automatic! You don't need to shift, it does it for you. == == Maybe the question should be "Why is my automatic transmission not shifting through gears for me as it should?" Could it be a fairly simlpe fix or am I losing my transmission? Yeah Dopey!
Why would an 1990 Oldsmobile cutlass calais 4cyl 2.5l TBI stall when coming to a stop after about 20 miles of driving the car idles fine but wont go into gear runs and drives 30 to 45 minutes of rest?
I have a 91 that had the same problem. The problem is the lock out solenoid in the transmission. This can be accessed through the side panel of the transmission. Better yet, just un-plug it. Car will run run just fine without it. The wiring going to the transmission on the drivers side, pull the plug and you are good to go.
Why does 2000 daewoo lanos sometime kick hard when shifting on its own happens after been driving awhile shifts but just kicks really hard when doing it turn car off and it doesnt happen again?
I am not an expert but had the same problems. Even though they say that they are not conected. Check the level of your power steering fluid, it takes transmission fluid not power steering. I had a leak in my powersteering hose and would have to constanly refill it, when ever it became low the car would then start shifting hard every now and then. I lost the cap to the powersteering which caused air…
Is there a code for the transmission when it is going out?
Yes. There are over 150 individual codes for transmission problems that specify exactly which part in the transmission is causing the problem. If the check engine light comes on it may actually be sensing a transmission problem. If you don't have a reader, your local parts store should be able to read it for you and give you some advice on what you will need to do to correct the problem. Transmission code start in…
Is there a documented problem of the gears shifting or shuttering harshly on a 2001 Saturn SL?
If you are refering to an automatic transmission Saturn, yes. This happens when the ATF (Auto trans fluid) wears out. Depending on age of your car and number of miles, it might be necessary to change the fluid twice. Recommended service is 30K miles (50K kms). There is a drain plug in the bottom of the transmission. There is an external filter that will also need to be changed. Fill the trans up through the…
How do you fill a automatic transmission for a 1996 Toyota taoma?
Almost all automatic transmissions are filled and checked with the engine running and the transmission in Park. Be sure to let the car run for a while to warm up before checking. while filling, be sure to slowly shift the transmission through all the gears (while still sitting still, parking brake on) and recheck the level after shifting.
What is faster a manual 79 camaro or an automatic?
Vehicles with manual transmissions almost always have more net horsepower at the rear wheels. More power is siphoned off through the torque converter in an automatic transmission than through the clutch and pressure plate in a manual transmission, thereby giving you greater rear-wheel horsepower from a manual transmission. That being said, automatic transmissions shift from gear to gear faster than you are able to shift gears in a manual transmission, unless you are really, really…
What would cause a 1998 Kia Sephia LS to not shift?
Simple: If its automatic, save up lots of money and look into having your transmission rebuilt/replaced because it most likely has problems. If its manual: First off, not to sound rude but, SHIFT. If its not shifting and its a manual, well you get the idea. Now if you are driving stick and doing then one of several things are going on: Your clutch may not be working properly, your shift fork may not be…
Why is the transmission in your 2001 Rav 4 shifting up and down so crazy?
Toyota has a defective part which they refuse to perform a recall on; the ECM which controls the transmission is faulty and causes "harsh shifting" or "hard shifting". If left unrepaired it can damage the actual transmission, which Toyota may then have the audacity to also make you pay to replace. This is a known issue for all RAV 4 models from 2001 through 2003; I received a notice after the damage was already done…
Your 98 Jeep Wrangler Makes clicking noise while driving even worse when clutch is engaged Sound is either coming from clutch or transmission. Please help shed some light on this problem?
I drive a 99 wrangler and am having similar problems. The other day leaving school I could hear a loud ticking noise sounding like it was coming from the engine. Took of the valve covers and checked the valve springs, rocker arms, and push rods, couldn't find the problem. Then I borrowed a tool called an ear and found out that it was coming from my transmission. You most likely have the AX15 transmission same…
Why does your 1993 Ford Explorer go through transmission fluid with no leak?
I'm not a mechanic / technician but is your engine oil level going up I've heard that the modulator valve on the passenger side of the automatic transmission ( behind a heat shield ) can allow the transmission fluid to be sucked into the engine through the vacuum line if there is a problem with the modulator valve on Ford Explorers up to the 1994 model
How do you check the transmission fluid on a 1999 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2?
Haynes says that the four speed auto, needs no regular checking unless you you encounter shifting problems that point to a leak. If so, they suggest having a professional take care of it. (it's a plug in the transmission body that needs to be removed to check the level.) The 3 speed autos have a dipstick. Check the fluid by warming the car to operating temperature, shifting through all the gears and ending up in…
What causes a Chevy Trailblazer transmission to overheat?
Three problems I know of are one not changing and/or checking fluid level and if you do alot of hauling the more weight the warmer the fluid get and finally the more shifting you do (mostly city driving) the warmer the fluid gets.ni Make sure your lockup torque converter is functioning. It has to work in overdrive or it will overheat. When your torque converter locks up, you have a mechanical link between the engine…
What causes the automatic transmission to occassionally shift hard on a 2004 ford escort zx2?
The most common problem I have seen with an automatic shifting hard without a pattern in the wrong fluid level. Check the tranny fluid with the car running after going through all of the gears. You can over-fill the transmission causing it to act up. Make sure the oil isn't black also. Remember, the engine has to be at idle; a common error. If it throws the "service engine soon" light; get it read free…
When shifting into gear I can feel it engage but does not move car 78 Porsche 928?
First thing to check is the transmission fluid level.The 928 is very sensitive to tranny fluid levels.You will need to take it to a shop and get it up in the air as the level is checked through a site glass on the transmission.After that it could get expensive.If a transmission service has not been done for a while would be a good time to get one done.
96 Suburban 454 cool weather high idle very hard shifting turn key off after warm up turn key back on idle and shifting back to normal going on for long time Whats wrong?
Answer 1 I'm not familiar with your vehicle, so this answer will be generic based on the symptoms you describe. On most vehicles, when the engine is cold, the engine control system sets the idle speed up above what is normal for a warm engine. As the engine warms up, the control system [a bunch of sensors combined with an engine control computer] backs off on the idle speed until, when the engine is up…
What happen if you dont fill your transmission fluid up?
If the transmission is low on fluid then the pump that circulates fluid through the transmission and gives it the hydraulic pressure that allows it to work will cease to function. If you are low/out of trans fluid you should empty it completely and change the trans pan gasket and trans filter while you are at it (usually less than $15 if you are doing it yourself). If you continue driving the vehicle without trans…
Can replacing a transmission cooler line cause air to get into the system and cause slippage and poor gear shifting in an automatic transmission?
Even if the cooler lines had air in them, it won't be circulating in the system long because when it travels into the transmission oil pan it simply floats up and eventually out the vent on top of the transmission. There is always air in the transmission it just doesn't tend to circulate through and even if it does unless it's a large amount (which means your fluid is low) it won't cause problems. My…