Hi Scotty!
I own a 2012 Toyota RAV4 194000 miles 4wd. Well maintained, engine uses no oil between changes but I'm having automatic transmission trouble. A repair that isn't going to be cheap ($5200). I love this vehicle but I'm having a hard time deciding whether to put this much money into it with this many miles. Trading cars isn't a cheap option either and would very much appreciate your opinion.
Thanks and a huge fan of your videos!
$5200 is a good down payment for a new/used car.
If I were in your boat, I would first try a cheap fix: change the transmission fluid with some fresh fluid. If it works great, if it doesn’t, then a decision point.
Granted with the additional information, the transmission fluid change probably won’t work, since it only has 20,000 miles on it. But hey, you never know.
I think my decision would matter on how well I trust the new transmission, combined with the current market for new/used cars.
What kind of transmission trouble? Symptoms? Codes?
Code PO741 Which translates into a defective transmission control solenoid.
The transmission shop notes said "pump and converter failure.
are there any other symptoms? Or is it just a check engine light?
It's the check engine light plus 4wd and Trac lights on
So there are no physical symptoms besides the lights?
Only once, it seemed to be having trouble shifting. Like confused as to what gear to shift to next. But has been totally normal ever since.
One other piece of info... I had this transmission replaced @20,000 miles ago (13.5 months). It was a warranty repair where they decided to replace my original transmission with a rebuilt used one. The warranty company is now claiming no liability because it's now over 12 months since it was replaced. VERY frustrated!
That’s an important piece of info!
Yes it is however i still have the same issue. The estimate is $5200 to get this transmission overhauled. 194000 miles on the vehicle. No other known issues, it’s been a really good running vehicle but it’s high mileage. So I’m concerned about investing this much money into it.
I really appreciate your input!! Thx so much!