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1998 Chevy Malibu Tranny Slips When Cold


Taylor40391
12-13-2017, 05:31 PM
My 1998 Chevy Malibu transmission slips when cold , first time you want to take off the engine revs up but, the car doesn't move. When the car finaly warms up, it pulls and drives fine. What does this mean?
Stealthee
12-13-2017, 05:58 PM
It means time to start looking for a new trans.
Taylor40391
12-13-2017, 07:34 PM
It means time to start looking for a new trans.

Couldn't it just mean the trans oil is cold?
Stealthee
12-13-2017, 07:41 PM
No.
Taylor40391
12-14-2017, 03:13 PM
No.

I meant low not cold! lol
Stealthee
12-14-2017, 03:26 PM
If you think it could be low then you need to check the fluid level.
Tech II
12-14-2017, 05:31 PM
Let me guess, 4T40E, no dipstick....

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