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tranny on the way out?

01-02-2006, 05:03 PM

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cumminsnbabes

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tranny on the way out?

Since the weather turned cold, the tranny won't go into drive or reverse unless it warms up for 5-10 minutes. After that it takes ten minutes of driving before it performs correctly. Pulled the dipstick today and the fluid smells burnt. Last change was 30,000 miles ago. Am I in the first stages of major tranny trouble or am I missing something more minor that could be wrong. Any help/suggestions would be appreciated.

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