Q: When I drive my car for 5 minutes, it shifts fine then slips into neutral. I have to shut it off for 1-2 minutes but it will do it again.
I drive for 5 minutes it shifts ok, then jumps into neutral, have to shut it off for 1-2 minutes then it does it again?
My car has 238000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
Recommended Services
| Speed Sensor Replacement | $114.07 - $1452.42 | Get a Quote |
| Car is hard to shift Inspection | $94.99 - $114.99 | Get a Quote |
Hello, thanks for writing in today. It is possible that this is a speed sensor failing issue. There are a few things to check for. Are there any problem codes thrown? What color and smell does the transmission fluid have? Black and burnt? I would hope not, but with your mileage, I would not expect a "simple miracle" cure.
For an issue such as this, it is probably best to have a reputable transmission shop perform a diagnosis on this unit. However, if you’d like a second opinion, consider YourMechanic, as one of our technicians can come to your location and diagnose your shifting issue firsthand.
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
Radiator cap needs replacing.
If you have a white residue building up just below the cap and you have to add coolant frequently, this could be the issue. The cooling system and cap need to be pressure tested to ensure the system is not...
How do I access the elapsed time feature?
The elapsed time feature displays how much time has eclipsed since the feature was reset. The feature can run for up to 100 hours, at which point it will automatically reset. To access the elapsed time, press the Trip button...
Is it okay to turn the rotors with a car that has 23k miles and low pad warning light
Hello. You may have performance type brakes with ceramic pads and holes in the rotors surface for heat dissipation. These need to be replaced and cannot be resurfaced in most cases. If you have normal brakes with no holes in...
My minivan is overheating and there is brownish sludge in the coolant. I already got the water pump and the thermostat replaced.
A brownish sludge in the cooling system can occur for a few different reasons. If two types of coolant have been used in the cooling system, red and green for example, the mixing of these two types of coolant can...
Battery light goes on when I start car then turns off, if I rev engine light comes back until rpms go down. Abs goes comes on/off
Batteries can die due to faults in the charging system so ideally a suspected "faulty" battery should be load tested before a decision is made to condemn it. The only exception to this rule is if the battery is already...
I hear a pop sound whenever I turn the wheel
There are several possible causes for a pop noise when turning the wheel. Finding the cause will really depend on what area the pop is coming from. Does it come from the steering column, under the dash, the engine compartment,...
When I go over a certain speed my accelerator pedal starts to vibrate a little. 2009 Toyota Camry
Hi there - if by "go over a certain speed" - you mean vehicle speed, the vibration (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-causes-a-car-to-shake) could be a worn CV joint or worn motor mounts, allowing more engine vibration than should be expected. If you mean engine...
Peugeot 206 cutting out whilst driving 'Not idling??' 2004 Peugeot 206
Hi there - this problem could be in the wiring, with a possible electrical short (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/electrical-short-in-car) that takes out power to the ignition. Depending on where the stereo installer took power for the new system, there may be a connection...
Can a mechanic crack a rim while changing a tire?
Hi Adeline. Thanks for contacting us tonight. With today's tire changing machines, cracking a rim during removal and installation is incredibly difficult to do - however, it is possible. If the tire is busted off the bead (which is a...
Related articles
How Often Do I Need to Replace the Transmission Fluid?
The basic definition of a transmission is the part of a vehicle that transfers the power from the engine to the wheels. How...
How to Modify the Alpine Navigation in an Acura or Honda
Modifying Modifying the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) navigation system of your Acura or Honda vehicle with aftermarket software is an easy way to add additional customization features to the already-installed system. Using a simple third-party computer program and a DVD-ROM...
Maintenance Minder and Service Codes For Acura Cars
Acura scheduled maintenance is tracked by the Acura Maintenance Minder system. Main codes A and B combine with sub codes for exact service, like A1.
Browse other content
Cities
Maintenance
Estimates