What causes a transmission to hesitate?
Hesitation: If the car hesitates when shifting, it’s usually a problem with the clutch. But if you find that the vehicle isn’t shifting smoothly, it could also be a sign of transmission trouble. It could also be a problem with the clutch linkage, the shift cables, or the computer system.
What does it mean when your transmission is sluggish?
A Sluggish Transmission If you experience shifting delays with an automatic or manual transmission, you could have a bad clutch that needs to be replaced. The clutch can wear out over time and become sluggish or even refuse to operate.
What are signs of transmission issues?
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.
Can a bad catalytic converter mess up a transmission?
A clogged catalytic converter makes the engine work harder, which in turn makes it difficult to shift the transmission. In regards to air, a bad O2 sensor or dirty mass air flow sensor will also cause the gears to stick.
What was the hesitation problem on my Subaru Outback?
My hesitation was due to my plug wire on #3 breaking apart after the last spark plug change (I pulled on the proper location of the wires to take the wires off). I changed them in the parking lot of the local Subaru dealership (when I was out of town!). Fixed.
Is there a hesitation problem in a 1999 Legacy wagon?
1999 legacy wagon 2.5-same exact problem everyone else is having, saw this thread and thought yes! Work in an all make shop and have seen tons of weird problems caused by bad grounds. Gotta start with the basics, which we often forget!
What kind of car is 1998 Legacy Outback?
Hey everyone! Enter your ride HERE to be a part of this month’s Outback of the Month Challenge! I have a 1998 legacy outback which I bought around 4 months ago.