TRANSMISSION ?

Codes are the result of failed tests that occur at regular intervals. Most likely what ever component is starting to fail no longer meets the specifications that the test looks for. Note, "starting" to fail. It may drive just fine for now, but that's why it throws a code, as a warning. It's on it's way out. I suspect that if you continue to drive it you'll find out how soon the transmission will actually die.

You've towed a hybrid trailer with it for 92k miles. That trailer is already at or over your max towing capacity and most likely the frontal area drag of the trailer is what contributed to the transmission. Not to mention you've got 4 kids, I'm sure you're way over your cargo capacity on the van. It was really only a matter of time...

Excellent conclusion. Thank you. I had no idea that is how codes worked? Much apreciated. Yes, the van is at max probley over CVWR .

I would ask them to test the sensor that is throwing the code just to ensure that its not a sensor.

Thanks!

Jeremiah

jerem0621 wrote:
I would ask them to test the sensor that is throwing the code just to ensure that its not a sensor.

Thanks!

Jeremiah

Normally I would agree, but since they are doing a new trans under the extended warranty, why question it?

"Free" don't question it...:)

There can be a bad internal seal on a clutch pack that is preventing the clutches from building up the proper pressure. It won't be noticeable under normal driving, but it allows the clutches to slip and would lead to early failure.

I would definitely get it replaced under warranty. If you wait, it could end up costing you thousands when it finally does let go.

Campfire Time wrote:

jerem0621 wrote:
I would ask them to test the sensor that is throwing the code just to ensure that its not a sensor.

Thanks!

Jeremiah

Normally I would agree, but since they are doing a new trans under the extended warranty, why question it?

As long as they replace the sensor you are golden...

Kind of like the man I knew who's motor locked up...they replaced the long block...went to start the new motor and it had the exact same problem...motor locked up...

Turns out the motor was fine and the Alternator was what was locked up.

Thanks!

Jeremiah

Now any repair facility worth $.02 knows that sensors can do that yet they tried to get you a new transmission through extended warranty, possibly ripping off the warrantor. Do you really want to do business with people like that? It may be you the next time on the wrong end of their deal. If they ran the necessary tests then disregard my comments.

If they are recommending a new transmission based on a code, its most likely something conclusive such as "excessive slip", i.e. (output shaft) is turning less than (input shaft * gear ratio) which tells the computer that the torque convert clutch isn't holding or working at all. A bad sensor can't really give this code, it would instead give a code such as "open shaft-speed sensor circuit". A code such as "excessive fluid temperature" may be less conclusive, however knowing the vehicles usage, I'd put my money on the temps actually being high, vs a bed sensor.

PS - Its never a bad idea to get a 2nd opinion!

If you aren't at a transmission specialist now, I highly recommend using one for the 2nd option. My go-to shop in Portland is Marsh Transmission in Tualatin. Very knowledgeable and very good work. I shipped all my rebuilds to them when I was running a shop in Corvallis.