gearbox problem

[iRiot]

hi
got a problem lately my auto gearbox been having problems it wont shift into 1st and if it does it takes like 30 - 40sec to do so and wont go into 4th ethier can someone please help me....

[andyman]

time to start looking for a replacement im afraid, how old and how many km's are on it do you know?

[iRiot]

it was only just replaced with a second hand one

[evil_monkey]

my statesman did this would rev really high then slam into gear took it to a trans specialist and they pin pointed it was the throttle position switch on the throttle body, changed it over never had a problem afterwards maybe not your problem but worth a shot if a mate of yours has the same car grab his sensor n give it a shot

[Swordsy]

Check the oil, autos don't like running low.

[hako]

Check for error codes first as it may give you an indication of the problem. Use the instructions at:
Checking error codes VR/VS (Revised)

[jt119]

mite not be this but have you put a new filter in it

[slipstream001]

is it not engaging the gear ? or is it in gear and slipping ? sounds to me like its low on oil, I'd check the color and smell of the oil while its running in park and at normal temp, smell the oil for a dirty smell, if it was just put in it should be red or slightly pinkish, otherwise u might be looking @ the throttle sensor, you could get a diagnostic run on the box for electrical problems