When I put it in drive it won't accelerate
Mechanic's Assistant: How old is the transmission? Have you checked the fuel filters?
I haven't checked the filters and im unsure about the age of the transmission but I just rep...
When I put it in drive it won't accelerate
Mechanic's Assistant: How old is the transmission? Have you checked the fuel filters?
I haven't checked the filters and im unsure about the age of the transmission but I just replaced the transmission fluid
Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your transmissions?
1994 Toyota [Camry](/topics-camry/)
Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Camry yourself? What have you tried so far?
Nothing yet this problem started after switching the fluid
Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you?
No that's all
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Pete
393 days ago
Automotive Expert
Welcome to JustAnswer. Thank you for contacting us for assistance with your vehicle. I'm Pete. I will be happy to assist you with your question. May I ask to whom I have the pleasure of speaking with today?
Customer
393 days ago
My name is Toriano
Pete
393 days ago
Automotive Expert
Hello Toriano. Nice to hear from you today! I'm sorry to hear you are having this problem. I know this can be frustrating.
Did this issue only occur after the fluid was changed out in the transmission?
Have you checked to make sure the fluid is at the correct level when you refilled it?
Pete
393 days ago
Automotive Expert
Thank you for your reply and that information as this does help me better understand the situation.
Please give me one moment to type out some info for you. I’ll be right back!
Thank you for holding Toriano!
On this model, there should be a transmission fluid filter. If this filter is not sealed up against the intake port where it seals to then the transmission will not move when placed in gear. If this filter was removed and replaced or removed and reinstalled the small gasket may have slipped on the filter to where it is not sealing and the filter should be removed and the gasket replaced.
If the filter was not removed and replaced this should be done because in some cases when just draining and refilling the transmission this will cause debris to plug up the filter as it drains down around it which will also cause this issue.
My information is not showing me the exact procedure on this model but there should be a bottom transmission pan or a side pan on the transmission that has to be removed to access and replace the filter.
The filter and gasket for the pan are shown in the link below.
[https://www.dropbox.com/s/eoh63eum3i3bos4/tf0905.jpg?dl=0](https://www.dropbox.com/s/eoh63eum3i3bos4/tf0905.jpg?dl=0)
The filter and gasket can be obtained from any local parts store.
Make sure the correct type of transmission fluid is used as well as an incorrect type can cause issues with the transmission operating. The fluid I am showing that can be used is ATF D-II or DEXRON III (DEXRON II) which can be obtained from a local parts store.
If this repair is made or is checked and found to be o.k. and you know for sure the fluid level is good and correct in your transmission then I recommend having the transmission checked into to help identify the internal fault with it so it can be repaired. Debris may have plugged up ports in the transmission when the fluid was replaced which may have to be flushed out with a transmission flush machine that most shops or a dealer can do for you.
Pete
393 days ago
Automotive Expert
Glad I could be of some help! I hope everything works out well for you! If there are any additional questions on this issue that should arise, please feel free to reply and ask!
Have a great day.
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When I put it in drive it won't accelerate Mechanic's Assistant: How old is the transmission? Have you checked the fuel filters? I haven't checked the filters and im unsure about the age of the transmission but I just rep...
When I put it in drive it won't accelerate Mechanic's Assistant: How old is the transmission? Have you checked the fuel filters? I haven't checked the filters and im unsure about the age of the transmission but I just replaced the transmission fluid Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your transmissions? 1994 Toyota [Camry](/topics-camry/) Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Camry yourself? What have you tried so far? Nothing yet this problem started after switching the fluid Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? No that's all