![]() ![]() If the D4 light in the instrument display panel lights up and does not blink when you put it in D4 (drive), then the transmission is very likely OK. The transmission does have a issue with shifting when cold, but changing to the new ATF will correct a lot of that. You have the same transmission and it is not one of the problematic ones that someone here referred to. I have a 97 Accord with 185 k miles on it and have had the same issues with the distributor O-ring and the leaking heater hose. Nicole, I fear you are about to make a costly mistake. When trying to find this person what do you look for? I have started the search for a new car and I am in need of a mechanic for that now, too. I love this car and would do anything to have it back but I don’t seem to have that option. I am also kind of stuck because having it towed somewhere is going to be costly. scrap I mentioned your suggestion to a few people and nobody will do it. I am fresh out of college so I need as much as I can get, but how do I know whether or not I will get more for it from the trans mechanic vs. The mechanic at AMMCO wants to buy the car, which brings me to another question… how do I know what to charge!!! There isn’t exactly an option in the Kelly Blue book for a car with these issues. I wish I knew more about cars, and I wish I had a teacher other than Youtube, but I don’t so maybe it is time for me to let go (even though the mere thought makes me cringe). The A/C hasn’t worked in over a year and for the past 2 1/2 years I have had to bang on the dash where the temp gauge is to get it to work. When it is warm outside and I drive the car there is a strong odor of gasoline. I realized that the transmission has not been the only issue as of late. Since writing the original post I have had time for the shock to wear off. This is not something I have ever believed in. I don’t live in a nice area, and the mechanics around here are used to doing the cheapest possible thing to buy time. I did later send them thank you’s with gift cards, but my point is, I have tried the independent mechanics in the area and I haven’t had any luck. I go to the dealership because one night I broke down and 3 of the mechanics there stayed after hours to fix the car and asked for nothing in return. Here is the issue, I don’t have one near me that I actually trust. Thank you for the great answers! From the last 2 posts, I have gathered that independent mechanics are the way to go. If the engine has been damaged, then I think you should move on. Be sure to mention that to the mechanic doing the evaluation, he might do a few tests to judge the state of the engine. ![]() The remove/replace cost, plus the purchase price, might not pencil out, but be aware of the option.īut do I remember that there was some issue about low oil or low coolant, or both? That should be a top consideration. Cheaper, less reliable, but a potential solution which either the general mechanic or the transmission shop could advise you about. If they quote you close to $2000 for the transmission rebuild, think about what $2000 would buy you for another comparable car (which might have a transmission ready to die).Īnother option is a used transmission from a salvage yard. If the signs are good, then find that transmission specialist. Make sure the mechanic knows you are trying to make a decision about the transmission. If it looks and runs good, I’d suggest that before you decide to even consider replacing the transmission, find a local independent general mechanic who can spend half an hour evaluating the car to identify any issues which may not be evident to you. If instead the car looks ragged, or you’d be uncomfortable showing up at that new job you will get after graduation, then maybe you’ll decide to give it up. If the engine, body, interior, and glass are at least good, then it may well be worth it. Whether your car is worth the trans rebuild is uncertain. It probably isn’t that simple, but there’s a chance. And at an independent, you have a good chance that they will actually tell you if there’s an alternative solution, like some electronic sensor for example. The diagnosis may be the same, but the integrity will be vastly superior. Find a local independent business instead. Welcome back strongly agree with McAnick: Stay away from Aamco and any other national chain transmission shop like Lee Myles, Mr. ![]()
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