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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: plumber on 11 June 2009, 12:46:20

Title: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: plumber on 11 June 2009, 12:46:20: Hi im a newbie this is my first post.
I have a 2.5 v6 vauxhall omega automatic touer estate .

The problem i have is that the gearbox is slipping

I have been advised to check the fluid level which i have done and replaced with lucas transmission fluid .

I have also been advised that it can be caused by the selector switch ,Which i have checked .

Does anyone know what other faults may cause this problem

Thanks Tony.
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: Varche on 11 June 2009, 13:01:35: Hi welcome to the site.

When you say you replaced the fluid with Lucas transmission fluid was that a Dexron111 type?

Also when you checked the level afterwards did you do it with the gearbox warm and on the level and run through the gears while you watch the drain plug hole?

Any wierdness on the lights alongside the gearlever?

varche
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: plumber on 11 June 2009, 15:03:37: Thanks for the reply it now appears to be caused the Gear lever selector position switch -part number 96017511 ,does anyone know where i can buy this online , the main dealer is too expensive

Thanks Tony
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: Bumbazor on 11 June 2009, 15:14:45: You will probably find someone here who has a secondhand one or is breaking a car with one. Check in the 'Parts for Sale and Wanted' section.
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: plumber on 11 June 2009, 15:47:12: Thanks again for the reply is there a step by step guide on how to remove the gear selector switch on the geabox clean and refit on this site

Thanks Tony
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: Richard A on 11 June 2009, 17:50:23: What Lucas Fluid ? It should only be Dexron lll ? How much ? How did measure if it was the correct amount ?
regards
richarda
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: plumber on 11 June 2009, 22:18:22: the transmission fluid used was lucas used as an addative with the correct oil by my garage

Quote from there site "Lucas Transmission Fix stops slip, hesitation and rough shifting in worn transmissions and completely eliminates most seal leaks. An excellent preventative maintenance product. Use also in light duty manual transmissions to increase shifting ease and transmission life.

Contains no solvents
Lowers operating temperatures and stops foaming
Can be added to existing fluid without draining any out
Effective in an extremely high percentage of cases
Lucas Transmission Fix has a polymetric film which renews worn bands to stop slipping. It cleans and lubricates sticking valves for proper shifting and controls heat and foaming. This product will extend fluid life up to three times longer. It completely stops most seal leaks and results are usually immediate. It is the perfect preventative maintenance product to stop initial wear in newer transmissions, and is a must for motor homes, towing vehicles and all other hard working transmissions. Compatible with all transmission fluids. Will not void new car warranties and contains no harmful solvents."

Thanks Tony
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: sassanach on 11 June 2009, 22:22:14: NO OFFENCE MATE, BUT ONE OFF THE BEST LAUGHS I HAVE HAD IN AGES ;D ;D BUT SERIOUSLY WHERE ARE YOU?
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: sassanach on 11 June 2009, 22:23:30: WHOOPS caps lock not intended(to much guiness,)
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: plumber on 12 June 2009, 13:34:52: I take it you dont rate there product then?

This was mixed with dexron 111 oil

Tony

cornwall
Title: Re: Slipping Automatic gearbox
Post by: sassanach on 12 June 2009, 13:50:36: its like a lot of "miracle"cures in a bottle ie slick 50,air con additive,molyslip,redex etc.anyway exactly what do you mean by "slipping"