do you think it would be posible to tow a automatic transmision car,with the gearbox full up to the top of transmision fluid,that would make the diff covered with oil other parts would be covered aswell,as the oil pressure wont be there but the fluid is,the only way out for the transmision fluid is through the breather on top of the transmision..what do you think,thanks
2007-09-28 14:24:46 · 8 answers · asked by tugboat 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I'm sorry but you lost mewhy would you want to fill the trans to the top anyway,what happens when you get to where you are going how do you propose to drain the excess oil?.Why don't you just get a car dolly,that way you can't screw the trans up.
2007-09-28 14:34:33 · answer #1 · answered by the bear facts 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
As has been said you can not bump start an Auto. You (can) however tow it but only for relatively short distances 10-15 miles in an emergency, the problem is with the engine not running the converter is not being lubricated and it doesn't do the converter much good towed for long distances. If you know someone with a portable jump starter pack try giving the battery some extra help but do check all the battery connections and the starter connections first. If for some reason the starter is engaged and stuck rocking the car backward and forward sometimes will releases it. If it's possible to push the vehicle then the starter is not engaged and stuck. It has to be a low battery or poor connection fault somewhere.
2016-04-06 06:09:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you are referring to a front wheel drive auto?
You should really lift the front wheels off the road to tow. While your suggestion would ensure that all of the clutches and epicyclic sets are lubricated (the diff is less of a problem), drive from the wheels would still be enough to generate heat in the box.
As the primary pump is not being driven no fluid would pass to the cooler, and should the local temperature in the box exceed 80degC distortion and brake band damage can occur.
Honestly, it would be much cheaper and less hassle to arrange a lifted tow.
2007-09-29 10:08:20 · answer #3 · answered by rookethorne 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you do not need to fill the transmission full of fluid to tow the car behind your motor home or whatever. disconnect the drive shaft and remove it from the vehicle and put it inside the vehicle somewhere and hook it up and go. this way you will be able to flat tow it unless it is a front wheel drive in which case you cannot disconnect the drive shaft like you can in a rear wheel drive. with a front wheel drive you will need a car dolly to get the front wheels off the ground
2007-09-28 14:48:34 · answer #4 · answered by hermitofnorthdome 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Mr knowitall is right. I was unfortunate to be towed by the AA and I had to get a new gear box. Cost a lot. Thought AA man knew what he was doing - he didn't. Take off drive shaft if possible. If not don't tow for further than 20 miles (total distance) at 20 mph. Cheaper to get on to transporter or trailer than to buy new gear box.
2007-09-29 02:35:27 · answer #5 · answered by outremerknight 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are going to tow an auto for any distance then you should disconnect the drive shafts and the level of TQF does not make the slightest difference.
2007-09-28 18:05:43 · answer #6 · answered by maclaren 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No.
NEVER tow a car with an automatic transmission hooked up.
Remove the drive shaft from the differential, and tie it up.
ADDED:
If you don't believe me, be prepared to but a new transmission.
The drive wheels need to be off the ground.
2007-09-28 14:36:40 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
use a car trailer
2007-09-28 17:42:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋