ronnie84

Hi all iv just brought my first scooby but took a gamble as i got it 4 a good price iv got a 95 wrx auto wagon never had an auto before so thats new to me as well but it wont go in to 3 gear just goes in to neutral revs and no power 1st and 2nd work fine so does reverse so im goin round in 2nd all time witch is fine round town drinking fuel but i want to c wat these cars are all about and take her on a good run im lookin round to find some one with some good knowledge bout these cars in my little town of Hereford but no luck just yet so thats y im here can anyone tell me if i need a new box or it might b pos to fix the 1 i got or any info bout these cars as its my first turbo as well and iv waited a long time for 1 so i dont want 2 wreak the engine on it as she looks in good shape thanks 4 takin the time 2 read this if u have and like i said any info on these cars would be great, box prob a defo. thanks hope 2 hear from u soon.Byron

Yox

Best bet is to get a secondhand box and fit that. You could go to an autobox specialist and get your one reconditioned.
Whilst the work is being done it would be a good idea to check the splines for the clutch packs, these are in the transfer case located on the end of the auto box and this takes the power to the rear diff.
Inside are some clutch plates operated by a solenoid (Duty c) which adjusts the power split front and rear whilst you are driving. Trouble is either the solenoid goes (flashing power light on dash 16 times I think?) or the clutch plates wear grooves in the clutch hub which makes them stick. Both scenarios produce torque bind when you turn tight corners. The rear wheels try to hop and skip.
If its not doing it now it will later on. Only effects autos as manuals dont have the clutch pack arrangement.
The transfer case can be removed on its own without removing the gearbox but whilst the whole lot is out you might as well. Gearboxes do come up on ebay range from £150 to £350.
I think its possible to fit a manual box as well but don't know whats involved,

ronnie84

thanks for your help at least i can go to a garage and sound like i know wat im goin on about i was also thinkin bout changin it over to a manual but bet it would be at a nice cost i will let u know how i get on cheers again byron.

Ash burton

Just wondering have u checked the fluid and level because they are tempremental with low and burnt fluid . You need the car running to check the fluid level and there are two marks hot and cold . you fluid should be red and not smell burnt .The autos are a good motor when woking lol

ronnie84

Thanks ill try that first could save me a lot of money where would i find this to check its ok? i might know ill look in the morning but not to sure wat and where 2 look cheers 4 your help.

Yox

Under bonnet, look on the offside of gearbox (as though you were sitting in the car) and you will see a dip stick. Levels are on the stick, pull it up out of the gearbox.
If in doubt change the gearbox oil, not that expensive to do.
Also check this out Subaru 4 speed auto box explained

Ash burton

you didn't meantion if it goes in to third or fourth when in the d position

speedy steve

Hi if 4th gear is gone too the problem sounds like "high clutch pack gone"
this is quite an easy repair for an auto transmission shop but I wouldnt try it by the roadside ! unless youve spilt an autobox before ??

I take it in "D" car pulls off in 1st changes to 2nd then slips forever in 3rd ?

Drop the gearbox out of car yourself, basic tools & a car jack, deliver to a local auto transmissions shop ( with torque converter this is very important ! )

should cost significantly less than £200 to strip repair & rebuild for you if the clutch pack is all thats required which sounds likely,

reverse the removal process job done.

Thats exactly what I did a couple of years ago, been fine since....

buying an "alegedly" good box off e-barf is a risky business !

SS

TonyBurns

iTrader: (3)

Low gearbox oil or your torque converter, either way if you run it for too long then you may also have to pay out for a new gearbox, and that will cost you an arm and a leg

Tony

dan83590

ARRGGRRRR!! Bloody txt talk.

I gave up 3 lines down.

ronnie84

hi no it dont go in to third or forth in drive its like it goes in to neutral thanks

ronnie84

checked oil level it was low on cold got some today where do i top it up anyone know plz thanks.byron