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2008 CAD SRX has problems in the mornings going up the hill that I live on.

Tiny
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  • 2008 CADILLAC SRX
  • 3.6L
  • 6 CYL
  • AWD
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  • 77,000 MILES
I have a 2008 Cad. SRX. I park on a hill, and sometimes in the mornings the car will not go up the hill very fast. The engine revs up but the car goes up the hill very slow. The rpms go very high with no power to move the car.
Sunday, May 18th, 2014 AT 4:43 PM

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Tiny
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That is a transmission issue (slipping). Have you checked to see if the trans fluid is clean and full? Does the problem go away when it warms up?
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Sunday, May 18th, 2014 AT 8:20 PM
Tiny
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The problem does clear up when it warms up. The only way to check the fluid is from underneath. My only option is to take it to a dealer.
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Monday, May 19th, 2014 AT 1:36 PM
Tiny
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You should be able to get the trans fluid checked at any shop. It's just a matter of starting the engine and putting the car in the air to remove an inspection plug. I have to be honest, that is where I would start. Trans fluid expands when it gets hot, so there is a chance it is just low. However, it could be other issues as well. Has the check engine light come on?
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Monday, May 19th, 2014 AT 5:51 PM
Tiny
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The check engine light is not on. I make an appointment for Wednesday. Thanks for your help.
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Monday, May 19th, 2014 AT 6:22 PM
Tiny
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I hope that's all it is. Based on the description, it's slipping when cold which could be several things. Let me know what you find.
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Monday, May 19th, 2014 AT 6:38 PM
Tiny
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Will do. Thanks again.
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Monday, May 19th, 2014 AT 6:53 PM

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