2000 Chrysler Cirrus Transmission problems

Discussion in 'Cirrus' started by V8TR4, Mar 24, 2005.

  1. V8TR4

    V8TR4 Guest

    I have a 2000 Cirrus LXi with 39,948 miles and suddenly when it is cold the
    tranny slips for a moment when I initially take off. It is ok after that.
    This is a 2.5 V6 that I bought new.

    Anyone know or had any problems with the transmission?

    Thanks
    op
     
    V8TR4, Mar 24, 2005
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  2. V8TR4

    Bob Shuman Guest

    Check the fluid level using instructions in the owner's manual (check
    transmission hot after driving in all gears while idling in neutral with
    parking brake set). Slow engagement, especially when cold is a possible
    sign of low fluid level.

    If the fluid level is in the OK range and near the top mark, then I'd
    suggest getting the fluid and filter changed. This requires dropping the
    trans pan and is messy since there is no drain plug and they use RTV sealant
    (no real gasket from the factory). At your vehicle's mileage, I'd suggest
    dropping the pan, cleaning out the gunk at the bottom using brake cleaner
    and a clean rag or paper towels, removing and cleaning the pan magnet at the
    bottom, and then replacing the filter, then reassembling using the
    re-useable metal/silicone gasket (Chrysler dealer item) and then refilling
    with fresh ATF+4 fluid (also dealer item).

    If this does not fix the problem, it could be an electric solenoid sticking,
    but since it usually works I doubt this is the problem. Look at the fluid
    first before you spend major $$$.

    These transmissions can be finicky (use only the correct fluid and no
    additives), but the reliability has vastly improved if they are properly
    maintained. I drop the pan and do this on all 4 of my Chrysler
    transmissions every 30-36K miles. One has 128K, and the others less, but no
    major trans problems to date on any of them.

    Good luck.

    Bob
     
    Bob Shuman, Mar 24, 2005
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