Q:ok i have a 2001 ford f150 4.2 v6 4 speed automatic transmission. i took it to koi and that put it on a scanner and it showed that the transmission solenoid A and B were messed up so im wondering which is easier replace tranny or the solenoids thanks.

More and more vehicles are showing up with sludge build up within the engines and transmissions because the owners/drivers neglected to change the fluids soon enough. I always suggest an annual full service on all vehicles and that means to change ALL the fluids and filters on the vehicles on a yearly basis. This includes adding BG MOA to the engine, BG 44K to the gas tank, and a good transmission additive to help prevent sludge buildup. Go to your nearest auto parts store and get a can of Seafoam transmission additive and see if you can get the solenoids unstuck. Good Luck

Q:Today the Trailblazer was being driven at about 30 mph, it made a loud clunk, then the engine revved really high. Obviously the transmission slipped out of gear. It then would not go forward in Drive, or 3rd. It will move, however in Reverse, 1st, or 2nd. Any ideas what part in the trans would cause this? Just a note, this will be the 4th transmission in this thing in 110,000 miles. It does nothing put pull 2 four wheelers maybe 3 times a year, and just city or highway driving. Not abused, not driven hard, its my mom‘s vehicle. Any help?

Hard to believe this is the 4th trans. My daughter has one that has over 100,000 miles with no problems. Do you check the oil level on a regualr basis as well as service it once in while? Is the oil level properly checked? Do you set the brake when parked? Or let the trans. be the brake?

Q:I bought a used 2005 Suzuki Forenza, and it is leaking transmission fluid, but where I get my oil changed they had no idea how to do it, and I definitely have no idea how to check it. The closest Suzuki dealer is kind of far and in a sketchy area. I was just curious if anyone new if Pep Boys or somewhere like that would be trained in self seal transmission? Or if I have to go out to the Suzuki place.

Self-seal transmission? Never heard of one. I know of no transmission that does not have a fill hole for transmission fluid. Call the Suzuki dealer, they should be able to tell you. One site I visited said there's a plug that you remove to access the fill hole. The fill plug is located behind the lower transmission mount. It has a square hole that you might be able to use a 3/8 drive socket wrench (without the socket) to open it. The transmission uses an expensive silica based fluid (no substitutes!!!). Pour enough in until it overflows the fill hole.

Q:i have a 97 honda accord and was wondering did i blow my transmission it switches to every gear but wont move Forward or back it will move in neutral. It makes this noise when its in drive i have transmission fluid in my car what can this be!?

Sounds like it, take it to the shop and let them take a look at it. Sorry, mate that's rotten luck!

Q:Hello, does anyone what problems can a transmission computer from a 98 Dodge Caravan give? I would really appreciate any help. Thanks

transmission codes? usually if transmission goes to fail safe meaning its in second gear and might be due to the trans computer being bad or the wiring from computer to the solenoid assembly or solenoid itself no good or even the speed sensors a trans shop can help with what the problem might be

Q:I think i have a problem with my transmission and would like to know where I should go to get it checked out.

A transmission shop maybe?? or try Krogers. just where would you go. You can always use a car dealer, but most transmission shops are cheaper and just as good if not better than a dealer.

Q:I‘ve got one of these brand new 2014 Nissan Sedans (at 1k miles so far) and am a little concerned with what I‘m seeing online.I‘m a bit of a skeptic and all I‘m see is anecdotal, more negative things about CVT than positive.And I get the feeling that people don‘t say anything until something goes wrong so these anecdotes aren‘t representative of the overall reliability of CVT‘sSo is there anything more scientific out there that takes a look at the reliability of CVT‘s?Any studies or mechanics/experts that may be able to tell what the failure rate of CVT‘s is in comparison to other transmissions?Thanks

I don't know if any of my experience carries-over to the Nissan . . . have a Ford Five Hundred CVT AWD. We like it - but heard the same reliability horror stories and have talked to many mechanics, the dealer service dept, and done some online research. The Ford CVT is no less reliable than their other auto transmissions - - but is unforgiving of lapsed maintenance. Our other Ford with a conventional automatic doesn't need service until 100,000 miles, but the CVT is to be serviced at 60,000 - - - reason: the anti-wear additives in the special fluid wearout and there would be excessive wear to drive chains. Every quick oil change shop we asked was ready to flush the transmission for us . . . although they were unaware of the special CVT fluid required, or that it has two filters that MUST be changed. If you skip service and the transmission fails prematurely, dealers don't fool around trying to repair it - - - they replace it and costs of $5000+ are not uncommon. We had ours PROPERLY serviced on time and continue to have no problems. As we expected the car gets about 1 mpg less than the conventional automatic, but that is probably from the full-time AWD. The transmission is a wonder: smooth, always INSTANTLY in the correct ratio (we have a steep, steep driveway and must manually downshift other cars - but not the CVT). We are disappointed that Ford no longer offers the CVT in the new Taurus . . . . which is why Nissan is on our list for next car - so we can have another CVT. ADDED Monkeysnot: There may have been others, but Dutch manufacturer DAF introduced Variomatic transmission in 1958. . . the patents for which were one of the reasons Volvo later bought DAF . . . and Ford bought Volvo !

Q:I have a couple friends who are going to remove my transmission and install a different one. They are wanting to drop the transmission with the sub frame on it. Is this a good idea? And how long do you think it would take?

I cannot imagine a worse transmission to replace in the field than your Intrepid. Challenging in a professional environment with lifts, engine supports and air tools, under the ol' shade tree, it would be a real pain. In the professional environment, I would expect in excess of 10 man-hours. In the field, with less than ideal tools and working conditions, that could exceed 20 man-hours. If they are qualified, I'd give 'em all the beer and pizza you've got, plus the money. By a different one I assume you mean used. I sure hope you get a good one, because all that work is down the drain if the salvage transmission has a problem. About the sub-frame removal, that is your only choice. When the car was built, the engine and transmission was mounted to the cradle or sub-frame and lifted into the body. I would have to ask myself, is the Intrepid worth the job?

Q:I have a honda 2000 civic lx bought it froma friend 1 yr ago has 79,750 miles on it and I checked the transmission fluid this morning and it‘s a light brown color-I thought transmission fluid was suppose to be pink or red. Well not having any problems with the transmission but I know I should have it changed soon since it‘s dirty. But my husband can‘t do it till next weekend he is not a mechanic but does do the oil changes and smalll things like so, he says changing the transmission fluid is simple, so my question is will it be okay to wait till next weekend and how hard is it to change the fluid and do we need to change a filter?? I know we have to only use the honda transmission fluid. Thanks guys!!!!

its not a problem that the fluid is slightly discolored. That happens over time as the dyes in the oil darken from the heat generated by the transmission. As long as the fluid doesn't smell burnt.you'll be okay. there is no filter inside that transmission. there is a drain bolt similar to your engine oil drain plug that you unscrew to drain the oil. You will get about 3 1/2 quarts out. The only way to get it all out is to flush the trans but its not worth it. you are right in that you need to use the Hondamatic transmission fluid only. you can only get that at a Honda dealer. The factory recommendation on the fluid change is 100k so its not a problem unless as I mentioned the fluid smells burnt. Otherwise, no worries. hope that helps

Q:In Dragon Ball Z Kai, Goku uses instant transmission to transport himself to King Kai‘s planet. How is this possible? King Kai lives in Other World, basically Heaven, shouldn‘t that be on another plane of existence, inaccessible by people living on Earth? By the way, Instant Transmission isn‘t magic.

Goku Instant Transmission