'89 240 auto tranny, play in shifter

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Frank Furter - 17 Apr 2005 13:09 GMT

there seems to be a good bit of looseness in the shifter mechanism lately,
more than I recall when I bought the car 4 years ago... no problems getting
into and out of the gears, and the transmission shifts fine, just a little
concerned that something's wearing/worn and should be replaced. Suggestions
on what to look for? How to get there?...

m9876c at yahoo dot com

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Da Camera Man - 17 Apr 2005 17:27 GMT

>there seems to be a good bit of looseness in the shifter mechanism lately,
>more than I recall when I bought the car 4 years ago... no problems getting
>into and out of the gears, and the transmission shifts fine, just a little
>concerned that something's wearing/worn and should be replaced. Suggestions
>on what to look for? How to get there?...

Take a look at this website...
http://www.brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/TransmissionAuto.htm#Automatic_Shifter_Is_Loose

I don't know what tranny your car has, but this may help to get you in
the right direction.

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djmcreynolds1@bellsouth.net - 17 Apr 2005 18:33 GMT

check the shifter bushing both at transmission and shifter assembly under
console may be worn out and need replacement...cheap items to replaceASE
certified transmission tech...dont buy a new computer for your car repair
yours ask me for info djmcreynolds1@bellsouth.net

> there seems to be a good bit of looseness in the shifter mechanism lately,
> more than I recall when I bought the car 4 years ago... no problems getting
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> m9876c at yahoo dot com

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Frank Furter - 18 Apr 2005 13:09 GMT

thanks for the input! I downloaded some of the info and diagrams, and will
take a look at the shifter later this week when I get a chance! I'm guessing
the bushings are wearing with age....

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