Transmission shake after changing radiator (automatic)
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Heel & Toe
Joined: May 2019
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From: Houston
Transmission shake after changing radiator (automatic)
My radiator cracked, so I replaced it (along with coolant sensor and oil pressor sensor). After starting her back up she seemed to purr like a kitten, till I put it into gear I got a transmission shake and noise (nothing I’ve heard before and I’ve had this car for 8 years). I did have a little transmission fluid come out when replacing radiator but didn’t seem like a lot (planning on doing a flush soon) so didn’t think it’d be a problem. Any ideas on what this could be?
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2022
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You lost the fluid that was in the radiators atf cooler section as well as what spilled. It’s a good time to change it out but your probably a couple quarts low. The process is annoying but not hard.
If your DIY you will need a pump for fluid transfer. It helps to have a wand with right angle on the end. I made one from 3/8th copper tube and a 90deg fitting from Home Depot. I used some solder to keep the joints together but JB weld would work.
If your DIY you will need a pump for fluid transfer. It helps to have a wand with right angle on the end. I made one from 3/8th copper tube and a 90deg fitting from Home Depot. I used some solder to keep the joints together but JB weld would work.
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Prescott, Arizona
At least check transmission fluid level. Engine running, in park after shifting through all gears, at 122 degrees F on DIC fluid should be level with the bottom of the fill/ level check plug hole.
Replace the plug BEFORE shutting down engine.
Replace the plug BEFORE shutting down engine.
