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86 Trans. Problem

Old Jul 14, 2003 | 03:07 PM
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Question 86 Trans. Problem

I have an 86 areostar that has been sitting for 5 years. I replaced the trans. fluid and filter. When I first started it I had both forward and reverse but they both took about 2 sec. to engage. Then I completely lost reverse. I still have all forward drives but it still takes 2 sec. to engage. Does it need a full rebuild or adjustment? Can a band adjustment bring back reverse?
 
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Old Jul 15, 2003 | 02:41 AM
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86 Trans. Problem

run it through the gears pausing for about 15 seconds in each one.


then check the fluid and add if needed.
 
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