2001 windstar trans won't work

[brazil]

hi,i'm new here.please help me i have a 2001 ford windstar with 80000 miles never had any problem until 2 days ago when my transmission stoped working with no sign or warnig my fluid level is good and red doesn't smell burn could it be a minor problem or should i be prepared for an expensive work any ideas? thanks.

[Flyingjackal456]

take it to your local transmission shop. I recommend a "name brand" shop. This is because while you pay a tiny bit more, you get a better quality rebuild that they ussually stand behind with a warrantee. Aamco, Lee Myles, and Cottman are the top three in my opinion, and I ranked them in the order that I would choose them. I have personally had all my rebuilds done at Aamco and never had a problem since.

Most rebuilds are simple and under $2000. They can range a lot depending on what failed and to what extent. The quicker you get it repaired, the less damage and the cheaper the rebuild will be. The quote (external diagnosis service) is free and then you'll know what situation you may be in.

[GraybeardAv]

If your check engine light is on, borrow a code reader.

Is there a dripping of brake fluid from the master cylinder?

I am leary of shops that specialize in replacing transmissions, until I have exhausted all other possibilities. Do you have a trusted mechanic?

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