91 legacy sdn 2.2 4 speed auto trans. reverse ok, neutral ok, one forward gear (intermeade gear only.

Asked by GuruTCYKK Jun 26, 2018 at 04:23 PM about the 1991 Subaru Legacy L Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

only one forward gear, i think it is 3rd,runs but will not shift into any other
forward gear

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charles answered 5 years ago

Sounds like a internal transmission issue,look for a rebuilt,if the car is worth it.

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TheSubaruGuruBoston answered 5 years ago

First drain and refill the trans with 3.75 qts fresh ATF. If no go, look for a good USED 4EAT...NOT a "rebuilt" one, as they NEVER work long.

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