Q: Transmission rebuilt
Rebuilt my transmission, Worked for a couple of days. Took it back a few weeks later stuck in second , now they want $800 to replace speed they said they fixed it again sensor in transmission... What can I do? Already paid 1,300 to rebuild! Took it back 3 times Please HELP! Thank you
My car has an automatic transmission.
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