Automatic transmission fluid

Tiny
FI WALKER
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  • 2002 RENAULT KANGOO
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 55,000 MILES
Hi, my automatic car listed above will not change gear going up hill unless I take foot of pedal and repress. It also clunks when changing. Does this indicate the transmission fluid is low?
Also, where do and how do you check on this model? It is a Renualt automatic.1.4. M reg. 2002.
Thanks. Fi.
Sunday, May 7th, 2017 AT 12:03 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

it sounds like you have a catalytic converter that is partially plugged. When this happens it lowers the engine vacuum making the transmission shift hard and late. Here is a guide to help you see if the cat is the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-catalytic-converter

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken

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Tuesday, May 9th, 2017 AT 11:58 AM

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