Whining transmission

2003 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
170,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LLOYDGO
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shifts in and out of park with no issues, no jerks or noise. Whenever torque is sustained on transmission, whether going straight or up a hill, it produces a "whining" or "screaming" noise. Rolling with no acceleration is quiet. Transmission seems to shift fine, just has this loud whining noise. Possible torque converter going bad? Something else? Thanks.
Jul 13, 2017 at 6:39 PM
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Hello,

A whining transmission is typical caused by a plugged fluid filter. I would try to service the transmission to see if that helps, here is a guide to help you get the job done.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

Jul 14, 2017 at 4:45 PM