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Old 08-10-2013, 04:20 PM
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Hi everyone, first time posting. This forum has been a great resource for me in the past. I've been doing a lot of research online including this for and I am out of ideas. A week ago my 96' grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0 automatic 4WD transmission would stop engaging after a few miles of driving. The engine will will just rev with transmission no longer engaging. I drained ATF and put in new filter and pan gasket. Still having the same problem after few miles of driving. I can wait 20 minutes and the transmission will engage for a few miles then stop again. I'm hoping the tranny isn't toast. Are there any sensors related o the transmission I can troubleshoot. Thanks a head a time.
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Is the check engine light on?
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No. Not at the moment.
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I recommend taking it to a transmission shop.
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That will be my last resort. Will replace tranny before rebuilding it. But just want to make sure that is the issue
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Sometimes the last resort is the best answer. They may find the problem to be a simple fix. Throwing parts that key board commandos recommend at it will cost you more money and time.
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Appreciate your input. But these forums and its members haven't let me down in the past. Anyone have any other ideas?
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Are you checking your fluid level in neutral? it makes quite a difference if you check in Park.
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