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79 messages, Last post on Nov 29, 2009 at 8:01 PM
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I have a problem with my transmission, when I drive my car on the freeway it will not go on overdrive, even if I put it on overdrive manually. I had the transmission flushed and since then I have this problem. Where would I start to try to find the problem? I sure would like to know were to start looking. Could it be that something happen during the flush?
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Replying to: jam9 (Nov 03, 2005 1:01 pm) Additional thoughts: If you had what is called a Power Flush done, it's possible some crud that was once firmly attached to the inside of the transmission was loosened and is floating around clogging ports. No matter what, I'd definitely take it back to whoever did the work.
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Replying to: tsu670 (Nov 05, 2005 5:11 pm) Are there some engine codes that cause the transmission not to go into the OD gear as a way of protecting the motor or keeping something from being damaged. I think I recall that from somewhere. I.E., if the motor is over heated the trans only goes into third based on the idea that a faster turning motor is able to circulate coolant and cool itself. Does the trans do same for trans temperature errors. Does the trans shop that did the flush has the proper code readers to find out what part they affected or what's happening |
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I have a 1991 buick regal coupe with a 3.1 V6. the other day, it started having problems going up a hill. when i would accelerate, the car would start to studder and shake until i gave it some more gas and the transmission shifted. i was wondering if anyone knew the problem and if it is a major problem or something that will go away on its own.
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Replying to: exo425 (Feb 14, 2006 7:13 pm)
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Replying to: imidazol97 (Feb 14, 2006 7:42 pm)
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Replying to: exo425 (Feb 15, 2006 6:16 pm) I'd check the plugs and cables. It could be just aging catching up with the motor. Did it smooth out when you gave more gas before it downshifted? That still could be plugs and wires. The coils might be a source also. EGR valve or fuel filter is another possbility. Doesn't sound like fuel pump-I assume it's not been replaced. Has fuel filter been replaced?
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Replying to: imidazol97 (Feb 15, 2006 6:24 pm) |
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Replying to: imidazol97 (Feb 15, 2006 6:24 pm) i took the car to the mechanic today and he is pretty sure it is the ignition coil packs so you were pretty close on your predictions. he said hes not sure how many of them are going bad so i dont know whether i should just replace all of them or try and pick out the broken one or two. its about $80 a coil and labor is about $200. just wondering what you would do.
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