![]() A correct diagnoses may require a transmission scan be performed at a repair facility. NOTE: Cost information is for diagnostics only, not the repair. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Diagnose Overheating Problem ASAP – Do not continue to drive vehicle. ![]() Problem with transmission oil cooler or oil cooler lines. Hard driving, i.e., towing, spinning the tires, racing. Transmission failure.ĬAUSE(S): Low fluid. Transmission shift problems, i.e., no shifts or delayed shifts. SYMPTOM(S): Burnt smell – motor oil, transmission fluid and/or coolant. NOTE: Estimated cost for transmission replacement is for purchasing a remanufactured transmission or transaxle – a used replacement transmission is considerably less costly. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Transmission Rebuild or Replace with Remanufactured TransmissionĮSTIMATED REBUILD COST: Rebuild Transmisison Shop Cost: $1600 to $3500+ DIY Cost: $400 to $700ĮSTIMATED REPLACE COST: Replace Transmission Shop Cost: $1900 to $3800+ DIY Cost: $1200 to $3000+ SYMPTOM(S): Transmission Slips Out of Gear Intermittently When Vehicle Warms UpĬAUSE(S): Internal Seals or Valves Allowing Fluid to Pass – Causing Pressure Loss A correct diagnosis of an electrical transmission problem, including computer and sensor failures, almost always requires a transmission scan be performed at a repair facility. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Diagnose Cause of Intermittent Shift Problems SYMPTOM(S): Transmission Downshifts When it Shouldn’t and Then Corrects ItselfĬAUSE(S): Electrical Fault, Failed Speed Sensor, Failed Throttle Position Sensor, Failed Transmission Range Sensor A correct diagnoses of an electrical transmission problem, including computer and sensor failures, almost always requires a transmission scan be performed at a repair facility. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Diagnose Cause of No Automatic Shift SYMPTOM(S): Only Shifts Gears When Manually Moving Shifter LeverĬAUSE(S): Open Circuit in Electrical System, Failed PCM/TCM, Failed Speed Sensor or Other Sensor RECOMMENDED ACTION: Diagnose cause of shift problemsĬONDITION: DOES NOT SHIFT AUTOMATICALLY BUT DOES SHIFT MANUALLY A correct diagnosis may require a transmission scan be performed at a repair facility.ĬONDITION: HARD SHIFTS, ERRATIC SHIFTS, SHIFTS INTO WRONG GEARĬAUSE(S): Low fluid level, Old, dirty or oxidized fluid, Open electrical circuit, Failed shift solenoid(s), Internal issue. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Diagnose Cause of Slipping, Check Codes In ComputerĮSTIMATED DIAGNOSTIC COST: Repair Shop: $75 to $125 DIY Cost: $0 SYMPTOMS: Engine RPMs Rev Higher than Normal But Speed Lags Behind (especially during takeoff), Slipping Between Gear Shifts, Transmission Overheating.ĬAUSE(S): Low Fluid Level, Old, Dirty or Oxidized Fluid, Worn Friction Clutches, Failed Solenoid(s) In order to repair an internal transmission fluid leak or front seal leak, in most models the transmission must be removed from the vehicle. The cost will only reach, and possibly exceed, $500 when the source of the leak is internal. NOTE: Most transmission fluid leaks are external, meaning they can be repaired quite easily and reasonably inexpensive. SYMPTOM(S): Low Fluid Level (See Low Transmission Fluid Level above for symptoms)ĬAUSE(S): Various – Pan gasket, front seal, overfilled leak from overflow tube (on top), sensor.ĮSTIMATED REPAIR COST: Repair Shop: $50 to $500+ DIY Cost: $25 to $100 Checking the transmission fluid pan for excessive metal and clutch debris will provide more information about the condition of the transmission. NOTE: Often times, oxidized “burnt” transmission fluid means some internal transmission damage may have already occurred. REPAIR: Fluid and Filter Change or Fluid Flush.ĮSTIMATED REPAIR COST: Fluid/Filter Change: Repair Shop: $120 to $225 DIY Cost: $45 to $55ĮSTIMATED REPAIR COST: Fluid Flush: $140 to $320 DIY Cost: $65 to $90 Therefore, if your transmission fluid level is low – you have a leak.ĬONDITION: OLD, DIRTY AND/OR OXIDIZED FLUIDĬAUSE(S): Transmission Not Properly Serviced, Transmission Has Overheated, Clogged Filter IMPORTANT: Transmissions do not burn or use transmission fluid like an engine burns and uses motor oil. The real cost of low transmission fluid is paying for the damage a low fluid condition causes. SYMPTOM(S): Transmission Slipping, Delayed Gear Engagement, Hard or Erratic Shifts, No Shifts, Transmission Overheating, Transmission FailureĮSTIMATED REPAIR COST: Repair Shop: $20 to $30 DIY Cost: $5 to $10 for 1 Quart ATFĬOMMENTS: In short, low transmission fluid can cause many different problems ranging from slipping to complete transmission failure.
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