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Old 12-21-11, 07:19 PM
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Hello all,

I just picked up a 98 GS400 with 117k miles. Sometimes when I put the car into reverse, it won't go into gear so when I step on the gas the car doesn't move anywhere (just keeps reving) like it is in neutral. After reving a couple of times, it will eventually go into gear and move. I was wondering if anyone had a similar problem. What could the problem be?

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Old 12-21-11, 07:46 PM
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Seems like the transmission is slipping. Drain old fluid and put in new.
Old 12-21-11, 08:42 PM
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sucks to hear. thats what happen when u dont change the dang fluids. if changing fluids doesnt help, its time for a new tranny.
Old 12-22-11, 05:23 AM
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Originally Posted by 1cleanGS4
Hello all,

I just picked up a 98 GS400 with 117k miles. Sometimes when I put the car into reverse, it won't go into gear so when I step on the gas the car doesn't move anywhere (just keeps reving) like it is in neutral. After reving a couple of times, it will eventually go into gear and move. I was wondering if anyone had a similar problem. What could the problem be?

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
samething happen to me just try adding some more transmission fluid to it
Old 12-22-11, 06:58 AM
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Try checking the trani level if it's low top it up, if it's not low then you need a new ..
Old 12-23-11, 03:41 PM
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Thanks everyone...I'll try putting in new fluid to see if it helps!
Old 12-23-11, 04:46 PM
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Change the filter as well.
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