98 Chevy Malibu

Asked by Breanna Mar 08, 2017 at 06:32 PM about the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu LS FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Hi so I recently purchased a 98 Chevy malibu and
ive noticed that when I accelerate it feels like the
transmission is dragging and it makes a loud
roaring sound and the car takes a second then
jumps into gear. My question is Wtf is wrong or
could be wrong with this thing? I need help. Please

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Rowefast answered 7 years ago

Should stop in at a transmission shop for proper diagnosis.

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