I have a 1999 Chrysler Sebring JX Convertible. While driving it one day on the highway, the gas pedal all of a sudden became unresponsive. Now, no matter what its in (Park, Neutral, Drive) it all acts as if its in neutral. The engine revs, but the car goes nowhere. This is a sudden thing, and there were never other signs of transmission going up. Also, it makes a grinding noise when started. It works sometimes but you only get a couple feet before it becomes unresponsive again. It also shakes and jumps when sitting idle. I know very little about the mechanics of a car but my dad says it could be the transmission or torque converter. But transmissions usually go up over time, not all at once. Please help and give me some input about what you think is wrong with it. And how much would you say it would be to fix it (rough estimation). Any input is appreciated.
transmissions can go over time or just like that with no warning but the transmission is gone from what you say so start calling around for prices depending what they have to put in it for parts and so forth it can go anywhere from 13-1800 dollars rebuilt or look for used
your dad is right it could be both. first of an auto tranny will not work if its low on fluid. check that first. if it ok smell it if its very dark in color and smells burnt then your tranny need to be rebuilt or replaced. if thats the case be prepaired to pay up to 3000 for a new one but to have it rebuilt is much less
