Transmission Overheated UGHFK what else could possibly go wrong?

zackman · 08-27-2011, 03:11 AM

I was cruising on the 407 tonight transmission overheat light came on. went into limp mode. When i pressed the gas pedal it sounded like a blowdryer about to self destruct. what is next engine going to blow? im at 170,000km and im not very confident it will make more then 200. If the engine blows im getting it towed to the dealer and im going to block the driveway and get a big sign that says LEMON!

tripplec · 08-30-2011, 04:25 PM

Friction in the CVT most likely since hydralic's is nothing like a regular transmission. I believe the manual will indicate a fluid change is required at 125,000km. That was what I was told. Getting the OEM fluid specified is a must with not exceptions. Other than that there is little you can do.

I have a new CVT in mine now.

PS: You should get the computer read for codes and if any. If not the computer and CVT controller are not seeing a noteworth fault in which case a fluid change by a good dealer would be the best move ASAP. I use a Scangauge II although I haven't tried it on the Compass I've used it on my other vehicles.

liggettj · 12-07-2011, 01:29 AM

I don`t know anything about the new CVTS. I know a lot most automatic transmissions are tied into the cooling system some how. I would get the coolant system and tranny flushed and see if that helps and yeah check to see if there are any codes.

08-27-2011, 03:11 AM	#1
zackman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 204	Transmission Overheated UGHFK what else could possibly go wrong? I was cruising on the 407 tonight transmission overheat light came on. went into limp mode. When i pressed the gas pedal it sounded like a blowdryer about to self destruct. what is next engine going to blow? im at 170,000km and im not very confident it will make more then 200. If the engine blows im getting it towed to the dealer and im going to block the driveway and get a big sign that says LEMON! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ 2007 jeep compass 2WD 2,4L 180,000 km (nothing but problems) 20% tint on windows yellow foglights lamin-x tint front headlights and corner lights, gun smoked tail lights Painted all silver interior trim satin black.

08-30-2011, 04:25 PM	#2
tripplec Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Markham, ON Posts: 939	Friction in the CVT most likely since hydralic's is nothing like a regular transmission. I believe the manual will indicate a fluid change is required at 125,000km. That was what I was told. Getting the OEM fluid specified is a must with not exceptions. Other than that there is little you can do. I have a new CVT in mine now. PS: You should get the computer read for codes and if any. If not the computer and CVT controller are not seeing a noteworth fault in which case a fluid change by a good dealer would be the best move ASAP. I use a Scangauge II although I haven't tried it on the Compass I've used it on my other vehicles. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Jeep Compass 2009 4x4, 2.4L, CVT North Edition heated seats, TPMS Nokian WRG2 P215R60/17 Yellow Fog Lamps CLASS III Curtis Hitch 69,000km w/continuing problems & Finally got most resolved from Chrysler Gas millage is bad 28MPG Imperial Hwy DO NOT BUY A JEEP COMPASS is my RECOMMENDATION Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 4.0L I6, 222k, 4x4, Select Trac II Nokian WR Plus All Weather Tire CLASS III hitch, Tranny cooler 250,000km and still going 25-26MPG Imperial Toronto, Ontario, Canada Last edited by tripplec; 08-30-2011 at 04:27 PM. Reason: Last paragraph added.

12-07-2011, 01:29 AM	#3
liggettj Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 35	I don`t know anything about the new CVTS. I know a lot most automatic transmissions are tied into the cooling system some how. I would get the coolant system and tranny flushed and see if that helps and yeah check to see if there are any codes. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

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