S40 T4 - Gearbox jamming
#1
08-04-2007, 10:23 AM
S40 T4 - Gearbox jamming
I just bought an S40 1997 t4 CD model with full service history.
Runs well but yesterday the gearbox jammed in 2nd gear for about 30 seconds.
Has any on encountered this before and is this a serious problem?
Seems OK now but don't like problems with no answers.
Need help please!
Runs well but yesterday the gearbox jammed in 2nd gear for about 30 seconds.
Has any on encountered this before and is this a serious problem?
Seems OK now but don't like problems with no answers.
Need help please!
#2
08-05-2007, 03:03 AM
RE: S40 T4 - Gearbox jamming
Hi Scooby69,
I can only give you general advice, as I'm not privy to S40.
The first thing you can do on your own is to check the transmission fluid level & condition. I am not sure what fluid the S40s require, so check with the owner's manual, service manual or call a dealer. Then, do the following:
HOW TO CHECK FOR TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL:
1. Drive your car for 15-20 minutes. This allows the fluid to reach normal operating temp.
2. Park your car with the engine running, set the parking brake fully and chock wheels.
3. With your foot firmly on the brake pedal, go through each "detent" of the shifter, starting from "P", and stay in each gear for 2-3 seconds. The sequence is: P-R-N-D-3-L-3-D-N-R-P.
4. Open the hood, pull out the transmission fluid dipstick, wipe clean with lint-free cloth (NEVER get even a tiny piece of foreign object fall into the dipstick tube).
5. Insert the dipstick, then pull it out again. If the fluid level is correct, it should be within the "HOT" mark orbetween 2 lines/dots. There may be 2 different level marks on each side of the dipstick, and you want to use the "HOT" or "Warm" side, whichever shows higher level. When you do this, be careful not to burn yourself as there are some hot engine components around the dipstick.
If the fluid is low, add just enough fluid to bring the level up to "HOT" or between the 2 lines. Add fluid through the dipstick tube; a funnel with extension hose is very helpful for adding fluid. A quart is about $2-$4 I believe. There are many brands, but as long as the fluid meets the requirement, you can use any name-brand's product.
Also, have a visit to a local AutoZone or other parts shop that provides free OBD-II diagnostic. They can retrieve codes from the tranny ECU. I personally buy a quart of engine oil etc as a courtesy after having the diagnostic done.
I hope this gets you started. Also, there may be a problem in the control mechanism, so wait till members in this forum reply.
Wish you luck,
JPN
I can only give you general advice, as I'm not privy to S40.
The first thing you can do on your own is to check the transmission fluid level & condition. I am not sure what fluid the S40s require, so check with the owner's manual, service manual or call a dealer. Then, do the following:
HOW TO CHECK FOR TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL:
1. Drive your car for 15-20 minutes. This allows the fluid to reach normal operating temp.
2. Park your car with the engine running, set the parking brake fully and chock wheels.
3. With your foot firmly on the brake pedal, go through each "detent" of the shifter, starting from "P", and stay in each gear for 2-3 seconds. The sequence is: P-R-N-D-3-L-3-D-N-R-P.
4. Open the hood, pull out the transmission fluid dipstick, wipe clean with lint-free cloth (NEVER get even a tiny piece of foreign object fall into the dipstick tube).
5. Insert the dipstick, then pull it out again. If the fluid level is correct, it should be within the "HOT" mark orbetween 2 lines/dots. There may be 2 different level marks on each side of the dipstick, and you want to use the "HOT" or "Warm" side, whichever shows higher level. When you do this, be careful not to burn yourself as there are some hot engine components around the dipstick.
If the fluid is low, add just enough fluid to bring the level up to "HOT" or between the 2 lines. Add fluid through the dipstick tube; a funnel with extension hose is very helpful for adding fluid. A quart is about $2-$4 I believe. There are many brands, but as long as the fluid meets the requirement, you can use any name-brand's product.
Also, have a visit to a local AutoZone or other parts shop that provides free OBD-II diagnostic. They can retrieve codes from the tranny ECU. I personally buy a quart of engine oil etc as a courtesy after having the diagnostic done.
I hope this gets you started. Also, there may be a problem in the control mechanism, so wait till members in this forum reply.
Wish you luck,
JPN
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