This problem is on my Carat in which the engine has been replaced because
the original one was destroyed through an overheating incident. My question
here is: was it possible the overheating of that engine somehow had any
effect on the autotranny, and if so, how would it likely react!

Thanks.

John
On May 11, 2016 14:57, "Dennis Haynes" <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote:

> There are a number of issues that can cause failure to engage the direct
> (3rd) gear set. The easy to check include the governor, fluid level, and
> filter condition. After that the valve body (rare) or something internal is
> leaking enough the system can't get enough pressure to apply all the
> clutches. The Bentley details some tests that can be made with a pressure
> gauge. Start with fluid level and condition and if needed replace the fluid
> and clean-replace the filter.
>
> Dennis
>
>
> > Date: Wed, 11 May 2016 10:32:17 -0500
> > From: jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM
> > Subject: Autotranny
> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> >
> > What would be some causes for the autotranny not to shift into 3rd gear.
> It
> > worked fine before but has been sitting for 12 months!
> >
> > John
>