Archive for December, 2010


Transmission leak problems on ’76 silverado truck?

Every time I crank my truck transmission fluid pours out from the bottom close to the torque converter does anybody have any suggestions to what could cause this?

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How often should i get my transmission fluid changed?

I have a 2002 pontic bonneville and it has about 55,000 miles. Ive yet to get the transmission fluid replaced and was wondering whens a good time to do it?

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“Check Transmission” and “O/D OFF” lights started flashing on my 2002 Ford Explorer the other day…?

I have a 2002 Ford Explorer Limited with 150,000 miles on it. The truck runs great, no noise or anything. The other day “Check Transmission” appeared in my Message Center of my truck, as soon as it appeared my overdrive off light (O/D OFF) started flashing. Every time i drive my truck it takes about [...]

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Is using the parking brake necessary for a automatic transmission car?

In driver’s ed we were told to always use the parking brake, even in cars that have automatic transmission. My parents never do it, so neither do I. My boyfriend also told me to use the parking break, he said it helps keep the cables in place and not cause a binding. My parents never [...]

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What happens if you drive a 98 Honda automatic transmission that is low on oil for 3 weeks, how much damage?

I never had any complaints about my transmission until I had the transimission fluid changed a few weeks ago but it turned out the mechanic did not completely fill the transmission and when I had it checked after 3 weeks the new mechanic said he couldn’t see any oil measured on the dip stick so [...]

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