One transmission shop tells me I have no "computer" transmission controller another says Yes, I do.
One shop says, its "splines" are stripped, requires pulling out the entire transmission. Same for cleaning the "filter", another says NO, this is wrong.
One says my Ford transmission is really a "Mazda" transmission made in Japan, and that's why it is "bad".
Then another shop said everyone is wrong.
They say just pull off a hose going to the radiator and see if the transmission is "pumping". If its not, that will tell the story.
They say they will tow it in, and do a "free" estimate, BUT--, if I don't have THEM fix it after they tell me what's wrong---, or I can't afford it, THEN its NOT free!
Is the entire (transmission) industry NUTS like this?? Vague, misleading, and seems to border on criminal---, UNLESS you agree to spend between $1,200- $1,700 for a "re-build" job you may not need??
Sign me,
A very disappointed Florida Ford Escort owner.
2007-06-18 10:58:55 · 10 answers · asked by FL inventor 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Ford
I would avoid the chain stores like AAMCO etc. and find a small local shop. Go down and talk to the owner or manager in person and find someone you trust.
good luck
2007-06-18 11:23:22 · answer #1 · answered by beth 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-01 04:31:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be very careful about the "free" transmission checks. A friend of mine did that some years ago. They tore the transmission down and told him it was going to cost a fortune to fix, he told them that he didn't want to have them do the job. They gave him back his transmission in a box, all torn apart. That was their way of punishing him for not letting them rip him off. Take it to a dealer and have them do the job. If not that, then to a trusted transmission repair shop. There are some out there. As for the national chain transmission places, I don't trust any of them. good luck.
2007-06-18 12:10:51 · answer #3 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with FORDMAN. The dealer is best qualified to do this repair. And most trans guys would actually rather not have to pull it, if there is a simple fix they end up making more money in the long run. They get the diagnostic fee, and the fee to repair the problem, and move on to the next car. They make money and you save money. If it does need to come out, then they will give you the cost. Just bear in mind, if it does need to come out, they are going to quote a complete rebuild. This is done in order to warranty the repair. It is rather pointless to go to the trouble of removing it and tearing it down if your going to ignore worn clutches and bands and just try to slap it back together, as it will be back in a week with another problem.
2007-06-18 12:34:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could get a Chilton or Hayes automotive manual and see what they say ,sometimes they a have trouble shooting section that might help.I agree with you as most of the country will,its really hard to find a honest shop anymore but I do believe you can find one if you look hard enough.Good luck to you.
2007-06-18 11:15:25 · answer #5 · answered by sasyone 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the experts say it's something simple then the only thing I can think of is that you need to check the transmission fluid level.
2007-06-18 11:10:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
GEt a new car...if the tranny stops working...i dont care what they tell you, the cars got a year or two left tops! GEt a new car. When the tranny goes.....everything goes.
Tell both shops to stick it up their a$s. Cousin owns a transmission shop, says ford trannys dont hold up. FORD MAKES MAZDA!!! THE TRANNY MECHANIC IS A RETARD!
LISTEN TO WHAT TRASHY SAID!!!
DONT BUY FORD...DONT HOLD UP!!! GO TO FORD SITE!
YOU ARE BETTER OFF GETTING A NEW CAR...BOTH PLACES ARE LOOKING FOR YOUR MONEY AND KNOW THAT THE CAR IS ALMOST TOAST!
2007-06-18 12:30:01 · answer #7 · answered by John H 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
change te oil and filter and pur a lucas oil stabilizer maybe tuis will work you wont pay more then 90 dlls
2007-06-18 11:03:51 · answer #8 · answered by panchobarronr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would drop the trans pan and see if metal is in the pan if there is the trans need to be rebuilt if no metal check tps for starters
2007-06-18 12:00:57 · answer #9 · answered by jim v 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont ever buy another escort. or focus they are throw away cars. when they go thats it. cost more to fix than what they are worth.
2007-06-18 11:12:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋