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hard shifting Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Transmission Problems daewooman New User Nov 29, 2008, 5:19 PM Post #1 of 3 (1712 views) hard shifting Sign In     i have a 2000 pont grand prix 3.8l no supercharger when i start the car up and drive for about 20 miles the trans shifts perfect but then it will shift hard the car has 90000 miles on it the tempature gauge is only a 1/4 up and the coolant looks dirty would a tran flush do the trick Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Nov 29, 2008, 6:43 PM Post #2 of 3 (1709 views) Re: hard shifting Sign In I'd flush cooling system and change trans fluid and filter but not flush it. Perhaps just me, but I favor synthetic fluids, T Loren Champlain Sr Veteran / Moderator Dec 1, 2008, 5:17 PM Post #3 of 3 (1695 views) Re: hard shifting Sign In 1/4 up on the temp guage doesn't sound high enough. I'd check the actual engine temp. It may be running too cool and not obtaining closed loop operation. A new thermostat may be in order along with the cooling system flush. The ECM controls the trans. shifting, so anything that effects engine management can also effect the trans. Loren SW Washington   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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