trans problem

[belboys]

hi
i have a 1996 isuzu rodeo, take reverse but creeps in fwd, there is no leak, seems sealed up, cannot even check the fluid level, no dipstick ,anybody could help, thanks

[Cat Fuzz]

Originally Posted by belboys

hi
i have a 1996 isuzu rodeo, take reverse but creeps in fwd, there is no leak, seems sealed up, cannot even check the fluid level, no dipstick ,anybody could help, thanks

I'm not sure what you're trying to say here.

[trooperbc]

Originally Posted by belboys

hi
i have a 1996 isuzu rodeo, take reverse but creeps in fwd, there is no leak, seems sealed up, cannot even check the fluid level, no dipstick ,anybody could help, thanks

from your cryptic description, i'm getting maybe that your transmission has gone into 'limp mode', which is what the trans computer does when it feels threatened by electrical/electronic problems and it does this to protect its own electronic components.

limp mode, when you are in D drive, starts you off in 3 third gear. however, you can safely shift manually to the other gears and they work fine that way. is this what is happening with you?

often, limp mode means there is a problem with the charging system, most often the alternator, but first check carefully the battery, the battery terminals (clean), the battery connections (clean and tighten), the grounds (remove, clean and reinstall).

give more info please.

btw, yes the trans is "sealed", but not really. there are two plugs, one to drain the fluid, and one to check the fluid level and add atf. see the FAQ for procedure. it is very important you do it right or you make it worse.


//bc

[Ramblin Fever]

What's the maintenance fluid history on the tranny??

[jimmypodunk]

I wonder how you add transmission fluid and check it with no dipstick?

[Cat Fuzz]

http://isuzufaq.ibctech.ca/#faq43

How to check trans fluid level.