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92 Nissan Maxima GLE V6 Automatic
167,000 miles For about 2 weeks I've noticed hesitation when switching into drive. I had an appointment for this weekend, the first of December 2005 to have the fluid replaced. Today, while driving the car revved up to about
4000 rpm's after sitting at a traffic light. At the next traffic light, it revved up and failed to lock gears 1, 2 and Drive. There was a lot of smoke and after about 15 seconds it finally locked and I was able to pull into a nearby shopping center. I checked the oil and it was dark but it was full. So, my father and I came back a few hours later and while driving it home, it would slip out of gear if I went above 25 miles per hour. Also, Reverse is not functioning at all. Now, I'm wondering if this requires a rebuild or a new torque converter. I've seen several posts that refer to this torque converter which is a much less expensive purchase and replacement. Yet, I still need to be sure. My father mentioned that replacing the oil may even fix this issue but after what I've read, I'm not so sure about that.