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transmission
by dannygirl
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Aug 04, 2009 (9:17 pm)
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hello
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- #1796 of 1833
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Re: transmission [dannygirl]
by jetaway
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Aug 04, 2009 (9:44 pm)
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Replying to: dannygirl (Aug 04, 2009 9:17 pm)
I dont think your situation is going to be that simple.First,do you have a 3 speed or 4 speed?If its a 3 speed the shift indicator will have D 2 1.If its an overdrive i think it will have D 3 2 1.Either way you most likely need a rebuilt trans.If it is a 4 speed you can have a CVI test done with a scanner.The underdrive clutch should have a value of about 50.If it is over 60 your trans is done.If it is within specs it could be an electronic problem.So you need to get it scanned.You can look at the fluid on the dipstick.If it is dark brown or black and smells burnt then dont bother you need a trans.
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- #1797 of 1833
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Re: 2008 grand caravan unable to shift, shift lever locked [williston]
by LASHAWN
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Aug 06, 2009 (6:12 am)
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Replying to: williston (Jul 15, 2009 6:26 am)
If your vehicle is still under warranty, then take it to the dealer and let them fix it. Don't mess with anything.
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- #1798 of 1833
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Re: transmission [jetaway]
by dannygirl
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Aug 07, 2009 (6:31 pm)
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Replying to: jetaway (Aug 04, 2009 9:44 pm)
my van don't have either it has D3L sorry it took so long to reply are you from around here in north carolina if so where would you recomend me taking my van to ?
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Re: [johnm20]
by davesuton
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Aug 15, 2009 (10:42 am)
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Replying to: johnm20 (Aug 05, 2000 5:20 pm)
You will be glad you are familiar with transmission replacements if you get the Honda, mine has gone through two of them before the 20k mile mark. Honda Pilots and Ridgelines are lined up at my dealers service department everytime I go for there, for some kind of transmission work. The Toyota won't have transmission problems but it will blow its engine due to sludge. Something else I was learned the hard way with Japan Inc.
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- #1800 of 1833
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Re: [davesuton]
by xwesx
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Aug 17, 2009 (8:52 am)
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Replying to: davesuton (Aug 15, 2009 10:42 am)
To be fair, the Toyota engine sludge issue is largely behind them, though I strongly recommend any owner to use a high quality synthetic oil such as Amsoil or Royal Purple, as these oils will not only extend service intervals and reduce maintenance costs, but they will also greatly reduce engine deposits and wear, thereby extending the life of your engine.
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Re: [xwesx]
by davesuton
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Aug 18, 2009 (11:43 pm)
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Replying to: xwesx (Aug 17, 2009 8:52 am)
Hey that's great and all, but Toyota doesn't list any of that in its service manual. My Toyota Camry was serviced at the dealer and still they tried to sock me with a $2800 engine rebuild bill. I fought them for six weeks unsuccesfully until I threatend litigation. Then they said they would pay for parts only. I had to fight them to pay for labour. I was not alone. The back service lot must of had 30 sludge engined Toyotas and Lexus' waiting for rebuilds. Many, MANY unhappy customers besides me. I'll will not set foot in a Toyota dealership ever again.
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Re: [davesuton]
by xwesx
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Aug 19, 2009 (8:58 am)
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Replying to: davesuton (Aug 18, 2009 11:43 pm)
I don't blame you one bit! What year was the Camry? Around a 2000? I have heard similar horror stories about Toyota's customer service and sludge, especially around the turn of the millenium....
But, no manufacturer will put that information in their service manual because they do not want your car to last a long time with very little maintenance cost! If you want good information on synthetics (not just Amsoil), find an Amsoil dealer, have a long conversation, and ask for literature on the subject.
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- #1803 of 1833
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2008 DODGE GC SXT TRANSMISSION FAILURE!!
by sean9
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Aug 15, 2009 (7:04 pm)
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- #1804 of 1833
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2008 DODGE GC SXT TRANSMISSION FAILURE!!
by sean9
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Aug 15, 2009 (7:04 pm)
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I lease a 2008 GC SXT 3.8L, with 25,000km. I was on my holiday 1000km from home when my transmission completly failed!! Problem is Chrysler does not have any transmissions in stock until the end of August, I am stuck with a rental until then. Some 20 on backorder according to Chrysler Canada.
My wife mainly drives the van and we take extreemly good care of it. No reason for this to occur  25000km. All covered under warrantee but what a headache on your vacation. Still waiting for a transmission. Anyone else experience this with the 2008 GC?
NOT IMPRESSED Glad I am one of the last Chrysler customers to lease, they can have this lemon back .
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