my car has no power when changing gears

TOYOTA CAMRY
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KJS
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hi..i have a 96 toyota camry. when i switch gears my car just doesnt seem to have any power.... it whines a little till i get into second gear then does the same thing for third...it takes a little bit to get some speed... then while im on the highway at certain times my rpm's will excel high then go down. i hope someone can help. single mom who doesnt want to get ripped off by a mechanic ... :wink:
Dec 26, 2006 at 11:59 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Your clutch is slipping -maybe a little adjustment might help on the free play if not -its time for the clutch assy to be replace-clutch disc,pressure plate, and throwout bearing
Dec 27, 2006 at 1:43 AM
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