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For 1990-2009 cars only

Whine or Growl Noise That Changes With Vehicle Speed

Condition

Action

DEFINITION: whine or growl noise that changes with vehicle speed.

    • Lack of automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
    • Burnt ATF
    • Incorrect ATF
    • ATF contaminated with engine coolant

Perform an ATF fluid inspection and correct as necessary. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .