Transmission engages but after 30 seconds drops, any gear

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May 23, 2024 | 10:05 PM

#11

Hellorobert

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It worked!

I took the pan off, allowed the fluid to drain out, change the filter, scraped the factory seal stuff off the pan and the tranny, cleaned the pan and magnet, placed the new gasket on and buttoned everything back up and filled it with the same amount of fluid that came out that also included a half bottle of Lucas Oil 10009 Transmission Fix. This thing is running like new. At least for now. I can NOT believe how EVERY transmission mechanic said I needed a new transmission and that changing the fluid and filter is a waste of time and a waste of money. AMAZING!! I will run it and get it warm and check the fluid level tomorrow. I might have to put a little more in.

May 27, 2024 | 04:31 PM

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LesMyer

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From: North Central Indiana

Where did the material that plugged the filter come from?

Jun 7, 2024 | 04:30 PM

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Chris32764

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Originally Posted by pirulino23

So, after talking to several shops and a mechanic that came home as I was not able to move the car, everything seemed like I needed a rebuilt or new trans. I was skeptical about why the transmission engaged for a few seconds then dropped, so I tested the pressure (super messy job as I mistakenly cover the wrong output of oil in the radiator) and there was pressure.

Got the filter,gasket and new trans oil, opened the pan, replaced filter and now is running like new, shifting is super smooth and got it to work!!

So it was a clogged filter indeed. Worth the try! Thanks a lot!

So I have the exact same issue. Was driving,then at a stop light had no gears whatsoever. I was thinking the torque converter or the pump. I think will try the filter first. Only cost 15 bucks,and some of my time. Worth a shot right...?