I have a 2001 Nissan Frontier with approx 102k miles. I have to admit I have not drained and replaced the tranmission fluid before. I have noticed that lately if I downshift into 2nd I hear a grinding noise. I took it in and they said it is probably the synchromesh, and in order to replace it would require the transmission to be removed and would be costly. Is there anything else that could be causing this noise? If I don't do the repair what are the possible ramifications. What advice do you have on driaining or replacing the transmission fluid at this point? Thanks!
May 4, 2006 at 9:04 AM