Automatic Transmission
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Fiat 500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Transmission malfunctions may be caused by these general conditions:
- Poor engine performance
- Improper adjustments
- Hydraulic malfunctions
- Mechanical malfunctions
- Electronic malfunctions
NOTE:
Before attempting any repair on a automatic transmission, check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)s with the scan tool.
Begin diagnosis by checking the easily accessible items such as: transmission fluid level and condition, linkage adjustments and electrical connections. A road test will determine if further diagnosis is necessary.
Diagnosis of these problems should always begin by checking the easily accessible variables: fluid level and condition, gearshift cable adjustment. Then perform a road test to determine if the problem has been corrected or if more diagnosis is necessary. If the problem persists after the preliminary tests and corrections are completed, hydraulic pressure checks should be performed.