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by Autobacs
Wed Aug 21, 2013 7:23 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2004 Vibe FWD delayed shift from 3rd to OD
Replies: 8
Views: 1817

Re: 2004 Vibe FWD delayed shift from 3rd to OD

Hi Have you checked the tranny solenoids? No I have not. I know I can replace them but how do you check if they are good/bad? My guess would be dirty, worn-out tranny fluid. How many miles/years on the TIV fluid? If it is old, I would replace it - all 9 quarts approx. If the TIV is fresh, I would r...
by Autobacs
Tue Aug 20, 2013 10:05 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2004 Vibe FWD delayed shift from 3rd to OD
Replies: 8
Views: 1817

2004 Vibe FWD delayed shift from 3rd to OD

Hello all! Had the car since brand new and now has 108.000 miles. Noticed this a while back about 20K miles or so ago. It takes a long time before the auto transmission will shift to 4th gear even though the car is warmed up and going fast. Verified this on a recent 3,000 mile interstate trip. It wi...