Its an automatic trany 2000 mazda 626 the overdrive light has been flashing on and off on the dash for about 3 weeks and I don't know what to do.It still drives , it just will not backup and I believe something with the overdrive is messed up cause the get up and go is gone.
2006-12-16 16:36:23 · 8 answers · asked by Jesus Freak 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Mazda
Look at the ads in the telephone book, some tranny shops offer a free diagnostic.
My car had problems similar to yours and it was a transmission control solenoid of some sort. I took it in they checked it for free and fixed it for around $150.00.
A rebuild on a front wheel drive trans-axle is $2000.00 and up so you'd better get it looked at asap.
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2006-12-16 17:15:58 · answer #1 · answered by MIKEWAAK 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your car can be scanned by a qualified technician to read the computer's trouble codes which will probably give you a lead to finding out the issue. Modern transmissions have vaccuum, hydraulic and/or electrical components which can fail causing these types of problems. If it is one of the problems you will escape with a fairly reasonable repair bill, providing you can find an honest and fair repair shop. It could also be that something mechanical inside the transmission broke and will require the removal and repair/replacement of your tranny. Depending on your mileage and how long you intend to keep this car you might wish to choose a used transmission rather than spending the money on a new or rebuilt. If you go used find out what the warranty is and whether labor is covered and for how long. Some used come with a 90 day replacement but labor is only covered for 30 days if at all. If you have a reputable tranny shop they would be the best for the diagnostic testing as the codes sometimes are less than absolute in telling you the entire story.
2006-12-17 00:55:39 · answer #2 · answered by Shawn M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best bet is to take it to the dealer, they'll have the best experience with it, or a local reputable shop. I would stay away from the specialty transmission shops, many try to sell rebuilds and reman units as much as they can (especially the ones that offer a free diagnosis). Not all are like this, but it happens way more than it should.
If you're told it needs to be replaced or rebuilt, take it somewhere else for another opinion before repairing it.
If they say they have to "go into it" or "tear it down" to find out the problem, take it to another place before you let them go into it. This is a classic way to get you to do repairs there by making you pay for teardown and reassembly if you deny repairs. It may sometimes be necessary, but more often than not, they can tell without going into it if it will need rebuilding or replacing.
2006-12-17 01:53:48 · answer #3 · answered by Mark B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you live in a cold area and drove through a big puddle of water it might have frozen your transmission linkage. You can leave the car in a warm area for half a day and try again. Overdrive is only for use at higher speeds so your car will have to go to it. You need to push the overdrive button to turn it off if you can. IF it doesnt turn off then you need a mechanic.
2006-12-17 00:45:17 · answer #4 · answered by mike n 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try changing the fluid and filter. When did you last do this? Make sure it doesn't smell burnt. Usually the flashing o/d light indicates that a transmission fault has occured. I would recommend visiting your local transmission shop asap.
2006-12-17 00:43:00 · answer #5 · answered by David 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you've broken a part of your tranny, i did the same thing, might be best to try and sell it to some kid. btw if you take it to a tranny shop before they try and get you for a whole rebuild note* ALL trannys have shavings in them* thats a line they use to sucker automotive newbs
2006-12-17 02:07:59 · answer #6 · answered by nanabooboo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry...hope someone can help, had a Ford few yrs. ago, same thing...had to go forward only for a looong tome. Hope you find a wise answer.
2006-12-17 00:46:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your transmission needs checked out before it quits all together on you.
2006-12-17 00:43:49 · answer #8 · answered by Mariposa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋