How to tell if tranny is going?

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Old 03-21-2007, 02:07 AM
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How to tell if tranny is going?

Hey! I am looking on a 2002 Acura TL type-S with 85k miles.

I know the tranny normally dies on this car.
I am getting a so called good deal on it. How can I tell if I am being stiffed of now?

What should I do to avoid buying a car with a dead transmission?
Would I still be covered under warranty to the 100k miles since I would be a 'new' owner of the car?
What information should I request from the seller? What do I need to verify before I buy this car?

Thanks alot!
Old 03-21-2007, 02:21 AM
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Simply go thru the thread titles in 2nd gen and all your answers are there
Warranty is for the car- not who owns it- no sweat

call acura with the VIN and ask warranty repair history and if any outstanding freebie repairs 1-800-382-2238 x 5 6a-5p pacific time

www.acura.com has full symptoms

Have a pro mechanic check the car over
Old 03-21-2007, 09:27 AM
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Turned out the car had a salvage title...the guy was trying to stiff me. Thanks though!
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Place a car wanted ad in the Off Topic section of this forum
Try the local Acura specialty repair shop/Import shop for a good used one for sale

Gotta watch those great deals!- salvage title= NO warranty of any kind
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