Date: 09 Oct 2001 14:47:15 GMT From: saab85900nopsamcom (Saab85900) Subject: Re: Cold Auto Transmission Woes
>My '97 900 SE seems to be getting a little bit cold-blooded. Now that the >weather has turned cooler, I find that the transmission will often not shift >into first gear when the car is first started. If the transmission fluid hasn't been changed, do it. For better results, use synthetic ATF. If you do it yourself, you can drain what is in the pan, replace it and drive. Get it well mixed, then repeat the operation a couple more times. If that doesn't solve the problem, you may have a mechanical problem and have to see someone who know the tranny. Dick in Falls Church