Got the tranny checked, got good news and bad news
Background:
I had a coupon for a free diagnostic service so i went out full of optimism to see what was causing my lack of reverse gear (slipping really, it will still go)
I was always hoping that it was fluid related and that the trans was low on fluid causing this along with pendulum shifting. Another sympton leading me to believe that it was fluid related was that whenever cold, reverse worked better. And after a sudden stop, the car would be in neutral and then suddenly lurch into gear. Anyone have anything on this...
On to the diagnostics:
The good news: The fluid was not burnt and up to level
The bad news: I cant blame the fluid
sooo.... that kinda eliminates the easy fix...
I did have one question for the Trans wizards among us. The BMW dealer wont check fluid unless its cold, the AAMCO guy said it didnt matter ( he checked it with after i drove over there for 20min on highway, so it was up to temp) who is right? what to do
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Edit: I do have a functioning first gear, and engine braking too
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