problem reversing

evegreen · Post by **evegreen** » 18 Feb 2011, 06:58

'99 V70 XC turbo 157,000 is having problems reversing, feels like it is in neutral when I try to rverse.

Post by **jblackburn** » 18 Feb 2011, 07:21

Usually not a good sign - I would start by changing the transmission fluid.

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Post by **JRL** » 18 Feb 2011, 07:43

Just had a car with the same issue, the tranny was totally shot internally.
Evntually the shifting issue will travel to the forward gears

evegreen · Post by **evegreen** » 18 Feb 2011, 09:40

AAggh...

evegreen · Post by **evegreen** » 25 Feb 2011, 07:29

After just replacing the alternator and catalytic convertor to the tune of $2000 and lots of work such as PCV breather box, front struts and much more is it worth replacing the transmission when I can't do this type of work myself? I am in a quandry.

Post by **JRL** » 25 Feb 2011, 08:29

Erie
Used tranny w/guarantee between $600-$800
You should be able to find someone to install it for $800
Unfortunately this is your best proposition.
You may as well go this route if you like your car, otherwise you will have wasted all that money you just spent

evegreen · Post by **evegreen** » 25 Feb 2011, 10:40

I do like this car and feel safe when my teenagers are driving it so now to find a reputable guy to install. Thanks for your help I appreciate your knowledge and willingness to share it.