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Bruce Menke Posted on Apr 07, 2014
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Trany hard shifts will a fluid change help this

How much fluid and type do I need for trany fluid change and can I use the old filter and clean it or do I need a nea one

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The filter is in the sump pan of the transmission. From the questions you are asking it will be quicker and cheaper for you to go to an accredited transmission shop and have the job done there

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 10, 2009

SOURCE: transmission trouble

If unit has been neglected, my first thought is serves you right! Maintaining this stuff is essential.
That being said, change the fluid and filter. Use a container of Lucas transmission additive, along with the new oil. Do not expect a miracle. If it does help, change the fluid again in about two weeks. You don't have to drop pan if it has a drain plug when changing the second time. Put additive in on both changes! Likely you have a bad varnish buildup on the insides of the valve body.. you must be a really good tech to take one apart to clean it, so do not even think about it!!! Most shops do not advise changing fluid on neglected units but, if it already is malfunctioning you have everything to gain and nothing to loose at this point!
Good luck

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 20, 2011

SOURCE: I have a '99 Jeep

I recomended you to go to the dealer or a mechanic
this can a vehicle specialy the grand Cherokee it is famous for
problems in Motor or transm.
But you can make some mechanic if you don't know how to doit
to inspec the transmision filter.
Good lock

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 28, 2012

SOURCE: 89 jeep shifting at high rpm never hits over drive

i have a 89 four door that i was driving down the road and was doing just fine i stopped and filled it up and know its doing the same thing but it almost red lines before it shifts wats goin on

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NOTE: dropping the pan alone will NOT change ALL the fluids - specifically the fluid that is in the torque converter. That would require a shop to perform a full fluid change with their specialized equipment. Answerdrop the pan, replace filter, clean pan replace gasket torq bolts to spec. refill to warm line on stick
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