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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 03:11 PM
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my roblem with is 96 collector automatic tranny the car have 80 000 miles on it and goes well in reverse and for the 1st and 2nd gear everithing is nice but when the tranny goes to 3rd gear its like if you put it in neutral??? the local tranny shop ask 1500.00$ to rebuilt it but we like to get some advise before!!! can it be only a sensor or anything else !!! thanks for any help guys
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 04:23 PM
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From your description, it sounds like typical 3-4 clutch pack failure.
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From your description, it sounds like typical 3-4 clutch pack failure.
thanks but can we fix only the clutch pack or it need to be completely redone ???
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Originally Posted by messierp123
thanks but can we fix only the clutch pack or it need to be completely redone ???
It can be done, but most pro's will not do it. It would be the same as changing 1 bearing and 1 ring in a motor. The rest is very close behind, and will likely fail soon. The labor factor makes it unwise also.
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