How do you diagnose a bad automatic transmission?
Transmission Trouble: 10 Warning Signs You Need Repair
- Refusal to Switch Gears. If your vehicle refuses or struggles to change gears, you’re more than likely facing a problem with your transmission system.
- Burning Smell.
- Neutral Noises.
- Slipping Gears.
- Dragging Clutch.
- Leaking Fluid.
- Check Engine Light.
- Grinding or Shaking.
What would cause a transmission not to shift?
One main reason why the automatic transmission in your car may not be shifting smoothly is the ECM is going bad. It is best to get this checked out by an experienced auto mechanic technician who understands the electrical system. Other indicators include bad connections within, or worn out sensors and faulty solenoids.
What was the problem with the Subaru Forester automatic transmission?
Driver was backing up vehicle, when it accelerated rapidly, causing loss of control and traffic crash where a pedestrian was backed over, pinned and killed. Drive had no explanation of why this happened.
What was the mileage on a 1999 Subaru Forester?
The contact owns a 1999 Subaru Forester. While coasting, the vehicle began to accelerate on its own. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 48,700. Updated 05/06/08 the consumer stated dreyer & reinbold checked engine, transmission mounts speed control and found no problem. .
What happens when you take foot off accelerator in Subaru Forester?
You press on the accelerator–car does not move, then suddenly lurches as the transmission slams into gear, so there is little control on the part of the driver–you do not know when the car will move and/or how. . When take foot off accelerator car lurches forward again–with no driver control.
When did I buy a 2001 Subaru Forester?
Purchased used “as is” 02/01/2007 from dealer that listed 2001 Forester at $9800. 00, then when I went to buy they reduced cost to $5200. 00 just to move their used vehicles off lot. They did not disclose any problems and said Forester went thorough vehicle inspection and vehicle was in excellent condition mechanically.