2000 Chevy Venture transmission delay

2000 CHEVROLET VENTURE
138,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JPMAHER
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when i put the car in drive, it takes several minutes to
engage. I get a high pitched sound when I accelerate. I put it in third gear and eventually it runs correctly. I then switch back to drive. Would changing the fluid and filter help or do I need a new transmission
Jun 13, 2010 at 11:28 AM
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FACTORYJACK
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Several minutes of delayed engagement is extreme, it could mean internal seal leakage. If you have this accompanied with noise, it is probably on it's way out, it is just a matter of time before it don't move at all. What does the fluid level, and condition(color,odor) look like. If it is accelerated to noise, and operational symptoms, more than likely a fluid and filter service won't be enough.
Jun 18, 2010 at 10:40 PM