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In a message dated 9/7/99 6:06:51 PM Pacific Daylight Time, Robert.Renouard@METROKC.GOV writes: << If the transmission is truly going out, will there be significant warnings or, can it catastrophically fail. Do I need to worry about getting stranded on a 400 mile trip? >> You never know when one is going to fail when over the 100k mark. When changing the trans oil (every 30 to 60k) if it is silvery or brassy--its soon to go south (even if your goin north). All need 3/4 clutch gear repl at some point--I advise to do it when the clutch is done to save R&R labor or unexpected breakdowns. Daryl of AA Transaxle |
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