Mazda MPV jumps out of gear

[dhunt]

Hi,

I know this is a cage but can any one help. I've got a Mazda MPV Auto, which is jumping out of gear. Up until today I've never had any problems with it at all but my brother has borrowed it and tells me it is like it is in neutral all the time. Apparently made some funny noises at first and stopped working. Anyone got any ideas what could be the problem.

Also do you have to do anything special to tow Auto's? As is stuck in the middle of town

Thanks
David :spudwhat:

[vifferman]

The flux capacitor?

[dhunt]

The flux capacitor?

Where's that/what does it do? Thanks

[bungbung]

To tow an auto FWD, you should really use a tow truck. For a short distance you could tow slowly (less than 5km).

Ideally the engine should be running with the box in neutral, (this will circulate atf which lubricates the 'box) although that may not be wise if there is gearbox damage.

RWD you should remove the driveshaft before towing.

[Paul in NZ]

Dude....

Unless it is something simple like a busted drive shaft or centre torn out of the torque converter plate I'd say there is a high chance it's gunna cost a fair few bucks...

In the words of the Mazda Service Manager (we were on first name terms with service mangers in 3 main centres) when we owned the Mazda from Hell... "Anyone thats owned an imported automatic mazda for any length of time is going to have their arms deep in their pockets sooner or later"

Naturally. I could be talkin' utter shite (wot me?) again but the description so far is not very technical eh?

I'd suggest getting a vehicle recovery truck to pick it up and take it to an auto trans specialist.

[jrandom]

In the words of the Mazda Service Manager (we were on first name terms with service mangers in 3 main centres) when we owned the Mazda from Hell... "Anyone thats owned an imported automatic mazda for any length of time is going to have their arms deep in their pockets

Been there, done that, with a 1993 Laser (ie, 323). Full auto trans rebuild for something over $2,500.

Replacing fried clutches starts to seem positively pleasant, after that.

[dhunt]

Been there, done that, with a 1993 Laser (ie, 323). Full auto trans rebuild for something over $2,500.

Replacing fried clutches starts to seem positively pleasant, after that.

Yeah that's what I'm afraid of Especially as all I'm trying to do is sell the stupid car.

David

[jrandom]

Yeah that's what I'm afraid of

Unfortunately your symptoms match mine.

Was there a period of noticeable drive 'slippage' prior to losing forward propulsion?

[dhunt]

Unfortunately your symptoms match mine.

Was there a period of noticeable drive 'slippage' prior to losing forward propulsion?

Not that I know of. As far as I'm aware it just happened today.

David

[jrandom]

Not that I know of. As far as I'm aware it just happened today.

Hmmm. Well, at this point I'll bow out with the recommendation that you get the car on a flatbed and off to an auto trans specialist.

[dhunt]

Hmmm. Well, at this point I'll bow out with the recommendation that you get the car on a flatbed and off to an auto trans specialist.

Yeah that's what I'm thinking as well

=> Money

David

[gav]

Not quite David - Your Brothers Money !! He drove it, He broke it, He fix it

[pete376403]

Is the trans fluid at the correct level? Is the oil on the dipstick a nice clear red colour with no odour or is it dark red/blackish and smells burnt? If the latter then the clutch plates and / or bands are stuffed.

[Motu]

The MPV is rear wheel drive,same running gear as the 929 - the trans is crap,a no drive symtom means it's the end og the road and you will need at least 2 grand to fix it.Try to find a second hand one (not easy,believe me I've tried) or just walk away.

[FROSTY:Me]

sorry to say this dude-the very highest probability is that your primary clutch pack has gone bye byes. Provided only 2 packs have gone i can get it rebuilt for $1500 BUT I can't say with certainty that the other clutch pack wont follow suit.
Yea ive done a few of those poxy gearboxes --Dunno wots worse them -early galant or those bloody new mitzi tiptronic boxes.
There are 2 other possibilities but to be honest its an extreme long shot.
One is the gear shifter mechanism has broken . Another is that the diff bolts have sheared or the diff has gone bye byes.
Let me know if she will drive in reverse -i dont expect it but if it does ya might not have stuffed as many clutch packs.
Also about the towing--mate the damage is already done.
let me know if i can help