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2001 eclipse: with the 3.0..sounds good..small clicking noise..bolts

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hi i just bought a 2001 eclipse with the 3.0 and automatictranny the car sounds good but it will not move there is a small clicking noise in the front by tranny is it possible that torqeconverter bolts came out ? the tranny was replaced a couple of years ago

Submitted: 1 year ago.
Category: Mitsubishi
Expert:  internal88 replied 1 year ago.


internal88 : Hi and welcome to justanswer
internal88 : You meant transmission mount bolt?
internal88 : There is a possibilities that the engine or trans mount need replacement .
internal88 : You could check it under the hood.
internal88 : How many miles?
Customer :

the car does not go in reverse or forward and the tranny leval is full

internal88 : Than how did you drive the car home?
Customer :

i hauled it on a trailer and would like to fix it for my son the owner said the trany has went bad twice in five years i was hoping there was another problem that would cause this before i buy a tranny

internal88 : Ok I see.
internal88 : So you start the engine and when you press the gas pedal in park. You can hear the clicking noise?
Customer :

yes

internal88 : The clicking noise is Constant?
Customer :

I was told a computer could cause this problem or maybe torqe converter bolts fell out

internal88 : Do you have a check engine light on?
Customer :

I had to put a battery in the car and it started right up and engine sounds good but I heard this little noise ticking in the FRONT I THEN TRIED TO SEE IF THE CAR WOULD MOVE AT ALL AND IT will not the only light on is service engine soon

internal88 : The computer is not the problem.
Customer :

i have never owned a car like this but i thought reverse should at least work or slip but it acts like its in neutral in all gears

internal88 : The torque converter does have a problem but it is not making that noise.
internal88 : I am assuming you are hearing the heat expansion of the front exhaust pipe.
Customer :

the tranny fluid is a little dark but did not smell burnt thats why i thought it might be something else

Customer :

not running since july that could be very true its a ticking like hot exhaust

internal88 : Nope the tranny is gone.
Customer :

do they have a history being weak from factory ? i dont know if i should have it rebuilt or buy anotherone

internal88 : I'm actually looking in my database.
internal88 : There is a recall on the trans oil cooler hose.
internal88 : There is no history of weak transmission .
Customer :

I want it to last and if there is a way to build it stronger i will that may have took the new tranny out

internal88 : You just have to change the ATF every 45k miles
internal88 : Make sure you buy it from the dealer only
Customer :

it has 168204 on it for miles

internal88 : Ok
internal88 : It's worth to put a reman trans in there.
Customer :

so you think i should replace tranny and lines?

internal88 : Yes
Customer :

thank you very much this is first time chatting for me on line but it was helpfull

internal88 : You could get the trans line for free .
internal88 : Call Mitsubishi XXXXXXX X037
internal88 : Recall number is XXXXXXXXX
Customer :

that great do i just contact factory closest to me

internal88 : Yes
internal88 : Please accept my answer if you are satisfied . I will send you The details. Thanks
internal88 : Thank you sir.

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Expert:  internal88 replied 1 year ago.

Recall 01V011001: Transaxle Oil Cooler Hose Defect


Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid. Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe. Dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. Owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting March 26, through July 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to anauthorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

41041.1765266204

Expert:  internal88 replied 1 year ago.

No.: SR-01-005

DATE: March, 2001

MODEL:
1999-2001 Galant
2000-01 Eclipse
2001 Eclipse Spyder

SUBJECT:
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT - SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN

PURPOSE
Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc. (MMSA) is voluntarily recalling certain 1999-2001 Galant, 2000-2001 Eclipse, and 2001 Eclipse Spyder vehicles to replace the automatic transmission oil cooler hose assemblies.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION







The manufacturing process for the automatic transmission oil cooler hoses allowed a weakness to be present in the internal hose reinforcement. Over time this weakness can cause leakage of the automatic transmission fluid (ATF). ATF leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

AFFECTED VEHICLES
This recall bulletin includes all vehicles listed below, both 2.4 L4 and 3.0 V-6, equipped with automatic transaxle.

1999-2001 Galant built between May 1998 and November 2000
2000-01 Eclipse built between May 1999 and November 2000
2001 Eclipse Spyder built between January and November 2000

CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
A letter will be sent to all owners of affected vehicles telling them to bring their vehicle to their Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have the automatic transmission oil cooler hose assembly replaced.







A copy of the customer notification letter appears in this bulletin.

REQUIRED OPERATIONS
Before starting the PROCEDURES section of this bulletin, CHECK ON THE WARRANTY SUPERSCREEN to verify that the vehicle is an affected VIN for this campaign and that this campaign procedure has not already been completed.

IMPORTANT Affected inventory vehicles must be inspected/re paired before the vehicle is sold Dealers must check their inventory vehicles' VINs on the Warranty Super Screen to verify whether the vehicle is an affected VIN for this recall campaign.

PROCEDURE







1. Squeeze then slide each of the 4 hose clamps off the hose fitting, moving it toward the center of the hose.

NOTE :For easier clamp removal, use needle-nose pliers with a 3 inch long jaw to squeeze the clamps.

2. Place a drain pan under the transmission oil cooler hose assembly to catch any fluid that may be lost when the hoses are removed.

3. Carefully twist and pull the hoses from the fittings. For 1999 Galant only, go to Step 4. For all other vehicles, go to Step 5.

4. Bracket Removal - 1999 Galant ONLY (All 2000-01 vehicles use existing bracket) Remove the oil cooler hose bracket from the lower edge of the radiator. It will be replaced with a new bracket included in the parts kit.

5. In preparation for installation, position a new clamp from the hose kit onto each of the 4 ends of the new hose assembly.

6. Install the hose assembly making sure that each of the 4 ends is secure on its fitting.

7. Squeeze and slide each of the new clamps into its proper position. Make sure each clamp is tight on the hose and fitting.

8. Bracket Installation - 1999 Galant ONLY (All 2000-01 vehicles use existing bracket) Install the new bracket from the kit onto the lower edge of the radiator using the existing bolt from the original bracket. Bolt torque is 4.9 Nm (43 in-lb).

9. Secure the new hose into the bracket (existing bracket on 2000-01 vehicles, new bracket on 1999 Galant).

10. Add ATF to replace fluid lost when the old hose assembly was removed. Test drive the vehicle, then check the hose connections to make sure there are no leaks before returning the vehicle to the customer.

11. Check the ATF level again, adding ATF if necessary.


PARTS INFORMATION







A small supply of AY Oil Cooler Hose Assembly Recall Kits will be allocated to dealers who received affected vehicles. Orders for additional kits can be placed through the normal parts system.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT : Submit as a type - "C" Claim

Please refer to the sample warranty screens in this bulletin.

A/T Oil Cooler Hose Assembly Replacement
Labor Operation No. C0104CXX Time Allowance: 0.4 hr.41041.1777283218

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