I have a 1995 Buick Regal and I have a problem with it
well today i was driving and all of a sudden it felt like the transmission just blew. No matter how hard i pushed the gas pedal the car just rolled like at 5 mph. I stopped and I then pulled it to the side. I turned it off and waited like 5 min. Then I turned it on and it drove me a coulple of blocks and i parked. I later in the day put some new transmission fluid in and then after that it drove pretty well. (the fluid was pretty low before i put some in)
It had a history of the transmission "slipping" on me but this is the first time that this happened.
I know the obvious answer is see a mechanic but i wanna know what could possibly be wrong with it and if there is anyway I can fix it myself and how much it would cost because I have to save up some money to payt for this all.
2007-08-18 15:02:29 · 17 answers · asked by erickostonmg 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
there isnt a puddle or any noticble signs of a leak
2007-08-18 15:16:28 · update #1
from what you explained it sounded like you were just very low on transmission fluid. But i do recommend that if you are having problems with slippage and this problem now, i recommend taking it to a transmission shop soon. and yes it will cost a pretty penny, cus from what you are explaining, there is something very wrong going on.
good luck.
2007-08-18 15:08:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well keep an eye on the transmission fluid, use only Dextron or an equivalent. Personally I would add some Lucas transmission fix which rejuvinates the bands and seals, it will prolong the life of a transmission. Also check for leaks around the pan (look for damage to the pan as well) CV outputs, cooler lines and even the rediator (since the AT cooler is integral) If the leak is minor the Lucas will seal it up.
I have seen the 4T60's, 4T65's TH125's run 3-4 quarts low, and once refilled they do not have a problem. Likewise I have seen transmissions run a quart or so low and cause pump cavation resulting in pump failure.
If you are a shadetree mechanic I would reccomend replacing the filter and pan gasket, add a bottle of Lucas and refill with new transmission fluid. If you have advanced mechanical abilities you can clean the valve body, adjust the bands, etc and tune up the transmission, if you have never done this before don't get into it as you can do more harm than good.
Unless the fluid smells burned why run to a mechanic at this point, A used transmission will run about $200 and a re-manufactured will run $800 labor should be about $250 - 300 depending on your area.
2007-08-18 22:25:53 · answer #2 · answered by J H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, seeing how you put transmission fluid in your car and it turned out to work better I would say the fluid was just low. But if it does happen again I would say check the oil to make sure its not causing the problem and look under the hood for any loose bits and bobs. But if its constantly doing this then there's something really wrong which then I would say go to the mechanic somethings wrong, but it seems fine now. Hope this helps. Jimmy :]
2007-08-18 22:13:22 · answer #3 · answered by Jimmy M 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A transmission should never leak.... if it does it needs to be fixed, put a piece of cardboard under the car after you drive it to see if it is leaking..... if it is get it fixed, might be the trans pan gasket. If it dosent leak it might be low from the last person who changed the fluid but didnt fill it correctly.... these are the best case scenarios.... if it is full and still slips then the trans needs to be rebuilt. Good luck.
2007-08-18 23:06:39 · answer #4 · answered by Stampy Skunk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should sell your car. The fixing and all will cost you a fortune! If you sell your car, you will have about $1200 and you don't have to use the money to rent a car. You can go on public transport or if your work place is not that far from your house, you can just ride a bike, I suppose?! Look, if you want to fix your car, you have to pay so much and because your car is kind of old, you might have to fix it every now and then. You can always buy a new car after you have earn enough money. So, say goodbye and sell it. Good Luck.
2007-08-18 22:16:54 · answer #5 · answered by johnathan .A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While the car is pretty cheap to repair and rebuild due to the basic arcitecture platform has been around quite awhile. When you run the fluid low you can burn the tranny up pretty bad sometimes. But being so old and having no value even if it was fixed up unlike a Camaro or 5.0 mustang you better off buying something newer.
2007-08-18 22:10:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well you should take it to a Buick dealership (if you take it to a mechanic they will charge you a fortune) and see if there is any damage to the transmission becausee if their is a problem with it no their still may be time to fix it becaus if you wait and there is a problem you talking about $1500 to $2000 for a new tranny.good luck.
2007-08-18 22:12:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think all the slipping in the past is because the fluid has been low. You may have done some damage though by running it low.
2007-08-19 00:57:02 · answer #8 · answered by Airmech 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
low fluid is reason for problem. probably leaking out of the rear seal. could be leaking out of the front seal, this would be worse. continue adding fluid, keep 2 qts and long-neck funnel in trunk.
rear seal is not too hard to fix.
is it a puddle of red fluid where you park it?
2007-08-18 22:13:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well you are lucky that happen with my car too!
But when there is a trans problem is better to take it a a shop for a repair because next time you will be on the road waiting for a ride. if is a trans sensor thats don't cost much li $35.00 for the sensor the problem is the labor to pulled the trans down.
2007-08-18 22:10:15 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋