1998 QX4 Transmission Failure

[nivek2002]

First post, been reading here alot since I bought my QX4 less than six months ago with just over 100k miles. Been loving it...

But last night was driving home from visiting a friend and the transmission died. I was able to limp it home in D going about 40 mph, but would get all sorts of horrible noises during most starts and and different speeds. I have no reverse and forward is probably nearly all shot as well.

I have taken good care of it, oil changes and kept an eye on transmission fluid. Has always been good level, color and smell. Why would this all of a sudden happen!?

Anyways looks like I will be on my bike for a while now. Was hoping you all could give me some advice on the repair. I live in a small town so only going to be general mechanics. Where should I look for a replacement and does anyone have cost estimations? I have no idea where to even start on this problem...

ThanksKevin

[screwinitupagain]

You shouldn't need to "replace" your transmission just get a rebuild.

[nivek2002]

You shouldn't need to "replace" your transmission just get a rebuild.

Well that certainly sounds better. I just talked to my long time mechanic and he doesn't work on modern transmissions, but he recommended a shop about 60 miles away. Any advice for when I call them on Monday?

BTW What is the code for this transmission?

Kevin

[gwhunt23]

Quote »BTW What is the code for this transmission?[/quote]I can't recall the code for your transmission off the top of my head, but it is located on an ID plate on the passenger side of the firewall in the engine bay.

Also, flip open your owner's manual and look up the fail-safe mode for the transmission. I can't tell exactly from your description, but your transmission may just be in limp mode rather than completely torn apart.

[nivek2002]

Also, flip open your owner's manual and look up the fail-safe mode for the transmission. I can't tell exactly from your description, but your transmission may just be in limp mode rather than completely torn apart.

Oh how I wish. Went and checked and not getting the sign for fail-safe mode. I think I can safely say it has failed.

Thanks for the idea!

Kevin

[nissandoms47]

I think you should just replace your transmission with a certified low mileage one. Its usually cheaper then a rebuild.

[Fisherdude]

I think you should just replace your transmission with a certified low mileage one. Its usually cheaper then a rebuild.

still gonna cost you $2900

[azn_ignite]

I'm dealing with a transmission problem right now and its coming to to be around $1450 cnd tax in for a used transmission with 165,000km installed, so no a low mileage used wont cost $2900, this is on a 2000 btw

[fueler]

yup i just had a used transmission installed for just over a grand - drives and shifts smooth.

[e2xx33]

BTW What is the code for this transmission?

RE4R01A

I had an issue like that on my 98. I ordered a rebuilt trans off ebay for $800 shipped. It will probably be another $800 in labor if you take it to a shop, but I am going to install it myself.