Had problem with trans. Prob. now gone....Hmmm. Need Opinions
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I was amazed I did not get a Check Engine light when the 4T60E went out in my '97 until the last day it would move the car forward. I had LOTS of time and warning to deal with it as it was malfunctioning continuously (would not launch in first when cold, jumped around gears at highways speeds, etc.). Looking back, the result was going to be the same whether I took it in for rebuild then or waited until it burned up, so I waited. The light did not come on until it was over. OBD2 Code P1870.
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From: Baldwin,New York
tranny problems
I, too, have had odd problems with the transmission in my 1996 Bonneville (180,000 miles). Sometimes - not always - but most often the first time Idrive it in the morning - it won't shift into R or D from Park. However, it will shift into Low 2 or 1, and then into R or D. When driving, shifting is perfect.
I'd really like to keep driving this car. Our local mechanic is stumped. He changed the fluid about 6 weeks ago, but the problem persists. Any ideas?
I'd really like to keep driving this car. Our local mechanic is stumped. He changed the fluid about 6 weeks ago, but the problem persists. Any ideas?
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From: Baldwin,New York
Follow up
I junked my Bonne as the tranny finally gave up.I had no high gears and best it could do was 50 mph.I bought a low mileage 1998 Olds 88 for $1K and am happy again.It'* even the same color as my Bonne was....Majestic Teal.
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