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ncrowley
Explorer II
Jun 27, 2016

Allison 3000 Hesitates When Starting Out - Solved

When I start out, even after idling for some time, there is no response when I push the accelerator. The coach moves but very slowly even if I hold the accelerator to the ground. After about 15 second...
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wolfe10
Explorer
Jun 29, 2016
Two points:

The OP is not describing a transmission issue-- more a throttle response issue.

And Allison, in their seminars at FMCA Conventions recommends that the electronic fluid level check is more accurate than the manual one. A lot of that probably has to do with the dip stick and dip stick tube NOT being Allison parts, but chassis maker designed and supplied parts.

Sure, on trucks or any configuration where the dip stick IS Allison supplied, this may be different.

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