240 Auto Trans Question

Check the fluid level, beyond that there's not much you can do. Fluid should be checked with the engine idling, there's two sides to the dipstick, one for cold and one for warm, make sure you look at the right one.

If the trans fluid is dark but doesn't smell burnt you could try having the transmission flushed. Early AW70-71 trannies had a problem with fluid drain back after sitting. The pump would have to run for a bit before enough fluid was forced back into the pan in order to allow the pump to have a supply to pick up. Since trans fluid thickens with age this could be a problem.

Bob

Thanks everyone for the tips and I'll look it over. Last I checked the fluid level was a tad low but I added some.

Thanks again.

Justin

If it's low again check the cooling lines where they bolt to the frame near the engine, and also check the output shaft bushing for play, that can hose the seal.

Have the transmission fluid flushed - not just changed. You may also need to have the filter replaced. If you are lucky it's just old, gunky fluid. If the flush works and you plan to keep the car, have it done again next year.

Have the transmission fluid flushed - not just changed. You may also need to have the filter replaced. If you are lucky it's just old, gunky fluid. If the flush works and you plan to keep the car, have it done again next year.