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This is sheer ignorance talking, but would a transmission problem make a check engine light come on?
Yeah, I was never too worried about the oil consumption after reading a few posts.
I just had no idea if it was a design flaw.
At the moment, I am thinking the worst, and if thats the case then I'll need a rebuild.
I will get the car scanned asap, and Ill post the exact codes. Thank You.
here's a discussion on the P0742 code: http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0fecb3/12
I would go with the dealer who suggested replacing the pressure control valve solenoid. This is a common problem with the Intrigue.
I have taken it to a trans shop and their explanation is that the P0742A code is for a part that is supposed to help the transmission adapt to age. As it wears, this part increases the pressure of the fluid in the trans. The down side is that if there is damage inside the transmission, it does the same thing to the point that it then triggers the P1811C code which indicates that the Max Adapter & long Shift has hit its limit. He also described some sleeve inside that has worn down and several other parts that have been damaged with the continued use.
Now the worn parts are being replaced and the transmission rebuilt $2200. With all of the complaints that are the same in this blog, it seems as though GM/Oldsmobile needs to step up with a recall or some compensation. What are your thoughts?
My 2nd Olds now has 96,000 miles & I am experienceing the same problem but shifting in not as harsh compare to 1999 Olds.
My question to you is the problem the Pressure Control Solenoid or are there more than one Solenoid that affects the shifting in your tranny? You mentioned that you purchased the various solenoids did this correct your problem or was just Pressure Control Solenoid needed to be replaced? What other solenoids are involved? Please reply. Thanks
Does this sound familiar to anybody?
My 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue was recently bought a few months or so back. It has around 130,000 miles on it. About two days ago I started to hear a general thumping noise when accelerating. As I would accelerate to about 30-40 mph, the noise and shaking would start and get very bad. I had my Dad ride with me that night to see if he could determine what it was that was causing this, and he wasn't too sure what it could be. The next day, I drove my car to school. On my way back home, not only did it make a thumping noise but the car stopped accelerating and my RPMs would continue to go up. Eventually it died at the edge of a 4 way. We believe the transmission is shot. I cannot go in drive nor in reverse. And for some odd reason when we let it sit a while and cool off (if that's what it is doing, we're not sure) then it will be able to drive or go in reverse for a very short period of time.
(My question.)
I was wondering if this would be relevant to my solenoids or if anyone else has had a similar problem and could help me out. Because we'd rather not have to buy a brand new transmission or have it installed for practically 2 grand. Thanks.
The Problem= I can pull the shift lever back from P thru R & N into D without using the detent release button on the side of the shift knob. This is a safety issue without the detent lockout.
Pushing the lever in the other direction (forward) the detent works from D to N and is OK, not allowing an unintentional move to R.
Does this sound like a mechanical problem only? Maybe wear on a pin or detent surface?
Thanks for any replies.
And check again on your year, because the first Intrigue model year was 1998, and had the 3.8L V 6 in it.