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Automatic Transmission Question 700

posted by  Terry Bussen on  Sun Apr 27 14:17 CST 2003
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Re: '91 740 Wagon 170K miles

The auto transmission is shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear at 3,000 RPM's and from 3rd to 4th gear at approx. 3,500 RPM's. The latter shift at 3,500 RPM's seems too high ... what are the suggested RPM's at which the shifts should take place?Can this be adjusted via the kickdown cable? Thanks.







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    Automatic Transmission Question 700

    posted by  Aye Roll on  Sun Apr 27 19:55 CST 2003
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    If the kickdown cable is too tight, or binding and not releasing, it will do this. Check it for free movement and correct adjustment.
    Also, flush your trans fluid if you've never done so. Made a big difference in shift quality in my cars. Info is in the FAQ.
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    Rob Bareiss, New London CT ::: '86 244DL- 215K, 87 244DL- 230K, 88 744GLE- 198K, 91 244 180K








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    Automatic Transmission Question 700

    posted by  Don Foster on  Sun Apr 27 15:14 CST 2003
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    My '91 740 non-turbo, 230k miles, does the same thing. The kickdown cable is fine, so I'm assuming the check balls in the valve body are worn to a frazzle. It's not an uncommon problem.

    So I went out and got a replacement tranny. Someday, before the year 2030, I might install it....
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    Don Foster (near Cape Cod, MA)







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