I have a Mitsubishi Shogun (automatic gearbox). Whatever speed Im doing it jolts up and down the gears - like it cant find the biting point, or its losing pressure or something. Even if Im doing steady motorway driving at 70mph, it still keeps changing gear. Also there is an red A/T light that keeps flashing occasionally, maybe just for a couple of seconds, but not every day. Help!!
2007-03-19 23:05:23 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
This is probably a bad shift sensor. This should be an electronically controlled transmission, and is relies heavily on input from a speed sensor, and a throttle sensor to determine which gear it is supposed to be in. You really need to get it to a shop quickly. Automatics tend to generate a lot of heat anyway, and this "gear hunting" generates a lot more. Over time this heat build up will ultimately destroy your automatic transmission. I realize that transmission work is expensive, but it really is very important to get this particular problem fixed as soon as possible, and not drive the car any more than is absolutely neccessary until it is repaired. I hope that this has been helpful, and I wish you the very best of luck with your problem.
2007-03-19 23:16:25 · answer #1 · answered by truck master 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ford Focus Automatic Gearbox Problems
2016-10-24 14:40:07 · answer #2 · answered by kawamura 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This could be as simple as the automatic transmission fluid level being to low though this would normally result in slow gear engagement or slip.
For diagnosis and possible repair your best bet is a specialist rather than a 'normal' dealer. Look for a member of the Federation of Automatic Transmission Engineers (FATE) - there's a members list on the site below.
2007-03-19 23:23:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A/T stands for Automatic Transmission.
The red light is the car telling you that there is a fault with the transmission that must be repaired. A red light means stop - do not drive any further or you may cause damage.
It is probably a lack of fluid, but it could be more serious. Find a local Automatic Transmission specialist, and take your car in for repairs.
2007-03-19 23:18:17 · answer #4 · answered by Neil 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this sounds like a fluid problem but because your light is coming on and its red that would indicate a problem with the box itself i would suggest getting it checked sooner rather than later, you may also have a problem with the autobox selector which is why your car is "hunting" for a gear, if you don't want to pay main dealer prices have a look in the yellow pages for auto transmission specialists, these guys are good at there job and usually repair rather that replace which can save lots
2007-03-19 23:38:01 · answer #5 · answered by scottatan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the warning light is doing its job, warning you that there's a problem with the transmission. Could be something simple like low fluid, but it's be safer to go to an auto specialist, and soon! Cheaper in the long run, too.
2007-03-19 23:21:44 · answer #6 · answered by champer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mitsubishi Shogun Problems
2017-01-05 05:17:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ouch! A low fluid level will cause overheating and if not caught quickly lead to serious and permanent wear. With your fluid level being THAT low the 'box is undoubtedly toast - the AA man was hoping against hope that it had only just happened and not caused any damage.
2016-03-18 05:21:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a fluid level problem. Check the transmission fluid level.
2007-03-19 23:16:01 · answer #9 · answered by wayforwardhow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is probably caused by a fault in the vacuam pump
(attached to the rear of the alternater)) but firstly have the vacuam "pipe" checked for splits or looseness it might be as simple as that (this could be the cause of the light flashing also)
2007-03-19 23:20:57 · answer #10 · answered by gerard 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋