Transmission slips out going from first to second gear, then seems to warm up and is okay

1998 DODGE DAKOTA
280,000 MILES • 3.9L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARK4FRANCIS
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I have the slt model. I don't have any codes. Lately, it has been hesitating before engaging into reverse. Fluid is not leaking and it has a new rubber gasket.
Jun 8, 2019 at 1:20 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

It sounds like the filter is clogged with debris. I would start by changing the fluid and the filter.

If that does not take care of it, you have bad seals in the transmission.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

Roy

Jun 8, 2019 at 2:02 PM
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MARK4FRANCIS
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will do. thanks!
Jun 8, 2019 at 2:54 PM
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MARK4FRANCIS
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the filter and the fluid are pretty new. I checked with a friend who has been helping with it.
Jun 8, 2019 at 2:56 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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I would still change it.

Roy
Jun 8, 2019 at 3:20 PM
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MARK4FRANCIS
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Okay, thanks.
Jun 8, 2019 at 5:39 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

always glad to help.

Roy
Jun 9, 2019 at 3:02 AM