It sounds possible. I would also recommend replacing the converter. As far as a price, it is hard to say without knowing what is wrong. A full rebuild is around 2K.

Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Can I drive it for a day or 2 until I get it fixed without causing damage??

Response from carieschmidt
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That is something I can't answer. I'm not sure what the problem is. I do have a question. You said the noise was from the engine. Why did they service the transmission? Also, did the noise go away when they serviced the trans?

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The noise sounded like it was coming from that area. At least the front 1/2 of the vehicle. The serviced the transmission because they said they seen a leak & it was low even though I said there were no drip spots in my driveway. I drove it home without hearing it but I described what happened the next morning. When it did engage into drive I drove onto work & felt it lag slightly a couple of times, but the noise went away.

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I can't think of anything in the transmission that would make that noise and be fixed by servicing the transmission.

Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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ok thank you, so it sounds like I have a bigger problem than the oil level. So can I safely drive it for a few days before I get it repaired? They mechanic has me believing I'll do more damage and possibly need a complete transmission repair if I drive it at all.

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I hate to say it, but I would suggest having the problem repaired before driving it. It can do more damage.

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Ok thank you.

Response from carieschmidt
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Sorry for the bad news. I hope I helped.

Joe

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