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#373 of 401 moving your post to a better place by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Sep 19, 2008 (8:19 am)

Hi irvney,
 
I'm going to move your post about better tires for your SL to here:
 
Tires, Tires, Tires
 
I think you'll get more response there. See you over there!
 
MrShiftright
Host

#374 of 401 regal fuel injectors by sprchrgr1

Dec 28, 2008 (7:57 pm)

i have a 94 regal. 2 injectors are not getting any elect. got any ideas what it could be.

#375 of 401 Re: regal fuel injectors [sprchrgr1] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Dec 29, 2008 (9:01 am)

Replying to: sprchrgr1 (Dec 28, 2008 7:57 pm)
Hi sprchrgr1,
 
Why not post this over in our TECHNICAL QUESTIONS.
 
You are more likely to get a response. Also, put in more detail. Is this a 3.1 or 3.8 engine? How did you test the injectors?

#376 of 401 05 Impala Transmission by sk2b1

May 20, 2009 (10:52 am)

New to all this and hopefully a quick learner. Purchase 05 Basic Impala-70K- last August and has NO apparent, initial problems.Did have 2 "slipping" incidents in Jan. Slipped from a stop and then "caught" and was fine. Recently- last 2 months- the "TranActive" light came on while backing out from a parking spot on dry pavement. Most recently- 2 weeks ago, trans would not up shift from 1st, but goes into neutral. Problem is somewhat intermittant. Will improve once car is warmed up. Usually, trans will shift under very slow acceration, but not always. AAMCO did test and said they found the 1811 code and said to be prepared for a $2500 repair bill. Currently am unemployed and cant afford that. Understand about "power-flushing" and wonder of that is worth a try.
 
I am not opposed to doing any possible work myself and certainly have the time to do so. Suggetions?

#377 of 401 Re: 05 Impala Transmission [sk2b1] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

May 20, 2009 (11:05 am)

Replying to: sk2b1 (May 20, 2009 10:52 am)
This code suggests some kind of pressure problem, bad seals, bad oil pump, etc. Doing an R&R and busting down this automatic to inspect everything is a formidable task for anyone not familiar with them, so you'll need to arm yourself with tools and a workshop manual and a very clean place to work.
 
No harm in changing the oil, or using an additive--who knows, might help?
 
You have to have a scan tool and a step by step diagnostic tree to guide you along.

#378 of 401 Re: 05 Impala Transmission [Mr_Shiftright] by sk2b1

May 20, 2009 (12:27 pm)

Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (May 20, 2009 11:05 am)
Do you think the power flush is worth the $? Have read some posts about circuit integrity which do make sense- mostly by fordfan- as well as the pressure problem you mentioned. I really dont have the space to do the breakdown, but could if there are external parts to replace....

#379 of 401 Re: 05 Impala Transmission [sk2b1] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

May 20, 2009 (12:37 pm)

Replying to: sk2b1 (May 20, 2009 12:27 pm)
I'm not real keen on power flushing, no, especially on an older and ailing transmission. I'd rather you changed the oil and added a conditioner.

#380 of 401 Re: 05 Impala Transmission [Mr_Shiftright] by sk2b1

May 20, 2009 (12:42 pm)

Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (May 20, 2009 12:37 pm)
recommendations on the conditioner?

#381 of 401 Re: 05 Impala Transmission [sk2b1] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

May 20, 2009 (1:20 pm)

Replying to: sk2b1 (May 20, 2009 12:42 pm)
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