ga1iwilly
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From: athens, GA
Year: 1994
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
ga1iwilly
I have 1994 Grand Cherokee 4.0 ,
at first start (cold) when I put it into drive (D) it does not move for about the first 10 seconds then it is OK . Transmission fluid is full. ?????
at first start (cold) when I put it into drive (D) it does not move for about the first 10 seconds then it is OK . Transmission fluid is full. ?????
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From: Oroville, CA
Year: 1995
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 with all of the noise and clatter
Your transmission has morning sickness. The piston and acuator seals are hard when they are cold and don't seal because they are not as pliable as they are warm. Time for a reseal very soon.
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From: Manlius, east of Syracuse, NY
Year: 2000 XJ Sport & WJ Laredo
Model: Grand Cherokee (WJ)
Engine: 4.0L
Make sure you're checking the trans fluid in NEUTRAL, not Park. It makes a difference. It may show full in park, but not in neutral. Also, once it's started, shift to neutral for about 30 seconds to allow the fluid to circulate before shifting into drive. It will help save what's left of your trans.
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From: Manlius, east of Syracuse, NY
Year: 2000 XJ Sport & WJ Laredo
Model: Grand Cherokee (WJ)
Engine: 4.0L
He's talking about the ring seals on the clutch pistons inside the transmission which requires a total rebuild, including new clutch plates, seals, and any hard parts that are worn. You CAN just replace the seal rings, but why not do it all while it's apart? Prices vary by shop. Some just install a rebuilt one, others rebuild yours.