Tranmission Upshifting / Down Shift SLAM

[Ldub]

The Transmission Just this morning began to Slam HARD approaching a stop sign downshifting. and thereafter upshifting through every gear and back down through the gears.

Idea's Solutions?

I see no Transmission Fluid leaks, Not realy sure what to do and if need be where do Do I get A Good Transmission to replace it at a good price? I Live in Juneau Alaska and Shipping is Barged from AML in Seattle

Any Help or ideas appreciated.
Chris

Mode selector switch...do a search to see what I'm talking about...

[Ascinder]

Also, just check your trans fluid level, just because you cant see a leak, doesnt mean you're not low on fluid. If opening one bolt saved me buying a new transmission, I'd sure check it.

[VehiGAZ]

This problem has popped up in several VX's as an tempeporary/intermittant problem - it may be gone the next time you start your VX. If not, refer to the mechanical solutions above.

Good luck!

[nfpgasmask]

Yup, everyone is on the money. If I was in your shoes I would:

1) Check trans fluid level and color. If it is low or BLACK and smells like burnt cookies than you should

2) Do a full trans service. Change the tranny filter and replace fluid with a good synthetic ATF. If that does not fix the problem right away, than I would

3) Look into the Mode Switch as this has caused trouble for people in the past.

When I bought my VX, I experienced some very hard shifting. Shortly thereafter, I changed my tranny filter and put in Mobile-1 ATF. Problem fixed. There is a process for checking the fluid level properly, so be sure to search the forum for that info.

Bart

[snowtrooper1966]

Even going hard through the gears, it is still nice to have the only VX in town, I am sure
I used to live in Glacier Bay, and made more than a few trips through Juneau. Always loved it there.
I am still in a small town, and have the same singular distinction (being the ONLY VX owner in town) as you. If it were not for the wisdom on this forum, I would not feel as comfortable as I do owning such a unique vehicle in a remote location. Just listen to the advice from those that have gone before us and I am confident you will have the problem solved much cheaper than you anticipate!
Best,