Transmission System Fault Analysis Cases
Detailed analysis of transmission problems including shifting issues, fluid problems, clutch failures, and transmission performance concerns.
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2006 Infiniti G35 Clutch Chatter Diagnosis
2006 Infiniti G35
The owner of a 2006 Infiniti G35 reports experiencing clutch chatter, particularly noticeable during engagement. The clutch was replaced recently, and...
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Checking Transmission Fluid Level without Dip Stick
2010 Chevrolet Malibu
The owner of a 2010 Chevy Malibu is concerned about the transmission fluid level since the vehicle lacks a traditional dipstick. They cannot see any f...
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Transmission Swap from 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
2004 Ford F-150
The owner is attempting to install a transmission from a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria police interceptor into a 2004 Ford F-150. They are concerned about ...
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2005 Saturn Vue Gear Shift Vibration Noise Diagnosis
2005 Saturn Vue
The owner reports a persistent vibration noise coming from the gear shifter of their 2005 Saturn Vue when driving on rough roads. The noise seems to o...
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1992 Jeep Cherokee Transmission Issues
1992 Jeep Cherokee
The owner has a 1992 Jeep Cherokee with a manual transmission that had an internal slave cylinder failure, which was replaced. However, currently, 1st...
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1992 Pontiac Grand Prix Steering Rack Issues
1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
The owner reports a steering fluid leak for about a month. A mechanic advised replacing the steering rack. Recently, a tapping and grinding noise has ...
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1993 Saturn SC1 Hard Shifting and Overheating Issues
1993 Saturn SC1
The owner reports that their 1993 Saturn SC1 started overheating issues, leading to the replacement of the engine fan and thermostat. Despite these re...
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Transmission Stuck in Third Gear - Diagnostic Insights
1991 Dodge Dynasty
The owner bought a 1991 Dodge Dynasty and reports that the transmission does not shift out of third gear, leading to redlining at speeds of 55-60 mph....
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1994 Oldsmobile Bravada A/C Compressor Clutch Relay Issue
1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
The owner reports that the A/C compressor clutch is not engaging, leading to insufficient cooling. They have already replaced the A/C relay located on...
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1994 VW Golf Reverse Gear Grinding Issue
1994 Volkswagen Golf
The owner of a 1994 VW Golf with a 1.8L engine reports that the reverse gear is making loud grinding noises and is very rough. All forward gears funct...
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1992 Honda Prelude High RPM Driving Issue
1992 Honda Prelude
The owner of a 1992 Honda Prelude reports that the vehicle runs at high RPMs (around 4000) while driving at 60 MPH on the freeway. The D4 light comes ...
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1993 Ford F-150 Vibration Issues at Low Speeds
1993 Ford F-150
The owner reports a significant vibration occurring at low speeds between 20 and 45 mph in their 1993 Ford F-150. The vibration seems to diminish when...
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Front End Seal Leak and Transmission Issues
unspecified Lincoln unspecified
The vehicle owner took the car to a shop due to performance issues. The shop suggested a transmission replacement, but a second opinion from a Lincoln...
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Transmission Fluid Compatibility for Jaguar S-Type
2000-2008 Jaguar S-Type
The owner of a Jaguar S-Type asked whether Pentosin ATF 1 is the correct automatic transmission fluid for their vehicle. They have also heard about ot...
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1997 Saturn SL 2 Transmission Fluid Leak Diagnosis
1997 Saturn SL 2
The owner of a 1997 Saturn SL 2 noticed a significant transmission fluid leak, particularly on the driver's side near the battery. Despite the leak, t...
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2000 Hyundai Elantra Transmission Shifting Issues
2000 Hyundai Elantra
The owner reports that their 2000 Hyundai Elantra experiences irregular transmission behavior while driving on hilly terrain at speeds of 50-60 mph. T...
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Transmission Fluid Leak Diagnosis for 1999 Saturn SL2
1999 Saturn SL2
The owner of a 1999 Saturn SL2, with approximately 100,000 miles, discovered a transmission fluid leak after noticing low fluid levels. The fluid was ...
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1996 Saturn SC2 Transmission Not Shifting When Warm
1996 Saturn SC2
The owner reports that once the 1996 Saturn SC2 reaches operating temperature, it fails to shift out of lower gears. The issue appears to be temperatu...
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