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Old 02-11-2008, 06:56 PM
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Is this common?

I just put in a new tranny in my SVX and noticed that the AWD was not working. I took it back to the mechanic and told him what was wrong. He took a look at it and said it was the cellnoid. (I know its spelled wrong)
Is this a normal thing that happens with these cars?
How much does it cost?
Is there a chance that he could have messed it up while installing the new transmission?

Thanks for the input!
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Old 02-11-2008, 07:05 PM
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depends... The TPS needs to be adjusted properly... The FWD fuse cannot be in... and lets hope the solenoid froze in the closed position rather than open. There is a posibility the transfer drum was sheered off too. First things first, check the simple stuff like the TPS and FWD fuse before jumping to conclusions

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Old 02-11-2008, 07:13 PM
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I just put in a new tranny in my SVX and noticed that the AWD was not working. I took it back to the mechanic and told him what was wrong. He took a look at it and said it was the cellnoid. (I know its spelled wrong)
Is this a normal thing that happens with these cars?
How much does it cost?
Is there a chance that he could have messed it up while installing the new transmission?

Thanks for the input!
If a new or rebuilt transmission has been installed obviously you should have AWD. He is probably making a vague reference to solenoid valve "c", which controls the center clutch, which in turn distributes drive proportionally front or rear. This solenoid is part and parcel of the transmission and should have been replaced along with clutch plates if a proper overhaul was done.

From what you report, the transmission rebuilder should carry the can and the fix should cost you nothing.
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Old 02-11-2008, 07:17 PM
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If a new or rebuilt transmission has been installed obviously you should have AWD. He is probably making a vague reference to solenoid valve "c", which controls the center clutch, which in turn distributes drive proportionally front or rear. This solenoid is part and parcel of the transmission and should have been replaced along with clutch plates if a proper overhaul was done.

From what you report, the transmission rebuilder should carry the can and the fix should cost you nothing.

He is right, I was assuming "new" to be new to you but used

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Old 02-11-2008, 07:35 PM
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He is right, I was assuming "new" to be new to you but used

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Tom, either of us could be correct. I get chastised for being so formal, but is so necessary when dealing with things technical. Ambiguous wording is frustrating and can cost a lot of time and effort. Hence my sticky heading the technical section, which unfortunately is often ignored.

N.B. The person involved in this instance, is hardly an offender and should not become upset as a result of me using this thread by way of an example.

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Old 02-11-2008, 08:23 PM
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Sorry, can't help with the AWD thing but....

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I just put in a new tranny in my SVX and noticed that the AWD was not working. I took it back to the mechanic and told him what was wrong. He took a look at it and said it was the cellnoid. (I know its spelled wrong)
Is this a normal thing that happens with these cars?
How much does it cost?
Is there a chance that he could have messed it up while installing the new transmission?

Thanks for the input!

I did look up the spelling for you,
it's... solenoid
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Old 02-12-2008, 06:12 PM
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thanks

THanks for all the input! i just got off the phone with my mechanic and he said he will cover all charges!!! I will try and use the right section. I am still trying to understand how to use all the Things in this foram. Thanks again
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Old 02-12-2008, 08:23 PM
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THanks for all the input! i just got off the phone with my mechanic and he said he will cover all charges!!! I will try and use the right section. I am still trying to understand how to use all the Things in this foram. Thanks again
Excellent result. Please do not worry about the details of your post, it did the job which is what matters. Have fun sorting out all the features available here.
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