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Old 10-23-2009, 06:13 PM   #1
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98 Cutlass tranny problem

i have a 98 olds cutlass 3.1. I've been told that this model has a transaxle. the car is shifting hard and slipping on take-offs. i would usually check trans fluid but unable to on this. please help! P.S. about 80,000 miles on it.
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Old 10-23-2009, 06:42 PM   #2
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Re: 98 Cutlass tranny problem

Welcome to AF, why can't you check the fluid?
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Old 10-23-2009, 07:20 PM   #3
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Re: 98 Cutlass tranny problem

i,ve been told on a transaxle you have to take it to a shop to have it checked.
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Old 10-24-2009, 12:54 PM   #4
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Re: 98 Cutlass tranny problem

Wow, newbie here. LOL There is a normal dipstick under the hood, rear of engine r/s. Check it running warmed up in neutral.
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Old 10-24-2009, 05:33 PM   #5
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Re: 98 Cutlass tranny problem

How to check transmission fluid on a 98 oldsmobile cutlass?

There is no dipstick on a '98 Oldsmobile Cutlass, so you must take it to a mechanic and have the transmission serviced after 100,000 miles (per the owner's manual). Poor design if you ask me.

This is what I have read and been told, newbie has nothing to do with it, I do know a thing or two about mechanicing, having done my own for years. I just thought someone might have knowledge on how you could do it yourself. Thanx anyway.





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Old 10-24-2009, 07:44 PM   #6
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Re: 98 Cutlass tranny problem

My apology you are correct, BTW the " newbie" was not directed to what seemed like a silly question. My car is a 3800, has a dipstick. Go to this thread for the info. http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...d.php?t=440777
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