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AutoMatics
Unit 17, Eden Way, Pages Industrial Park
Leighton Buzzard. LU7 8TZ

Tel: 01525 385159 || Fax: 01525 853350
e-mail: info@ukautomatics.freeserve.co.uk

Name:

Vehicle:

Reg. No.:

c.c.:



Year:
Type:
Tell us what is wrong. Describe the problem:
Let's get specific;
Exactly what are the symptoms?
1a Transmission doesn't work properly:
starts in high gear no forward gears no reverse gear
doesn't shift at all doesn't shift up doesn't shift down
shudder during shift better when hot no kick down
shift is rush or harsh shift is slow, mushy engine speed increase on first take off
ties up, like brakes are on engages when engine revved
delays engagement in forward gear, for seconds delays engagement in reverse gear, for seconds
1b Transmission Oil:
oil level checked has lost its oil where from
oil is coloured oil is like blancmange oil smells burnt
oil in radiator smoke from exhaust engine oil high
1c Transmission makes unusual noises, such as:
(Need help describing the noises? (See below))
2 I've also noticed other symptoms:
List any symptoms you notice when the problem shows up - warning gauges on dashboard, noises (see list below) odours, changes in speed, other changes
3 Do you notice the symptoms when the gearshift is in:
P R N D 3 2 1 will not drive in D but will in manual 1,2 or 3
4 Do you notice the symptons when your vehicle is:
standing still
turning
braking
driving up hill
speeding up
travelling at m.p.h or kilometres per hour
5 You notice symptoms when your tachomoter shows engine speed at RPM
6 Dp you notice the symptoms when gauge shows engine temperature at:
cold normal hot all temperatures
7 Do you notice the symptoms when outside temperature is:
8 How often do the symptoms show up?
always sometimes rarely
A few more details
9 When did the problem begin?
just started when your vehicle was new suddenly, at miles
gradually,
between miles and miles
after a repair If so, what type of repair?
collision mechanical electrical
after a service can't recall / not sure
10 Has the problem been worked on before?
Yes No How long ago? Where?
11 Any other comments?
12 Describing Noises In Your Vehicle
As you drive your car, try to be aware of normal sounds from the engine, tranmission, exhaust system and tyres. If you hear unusual sounds, please listen carefully so you can describe them to us. Unusual or extremely loud sounds - Which we call "noises" - can tell our Service Technicians about your vehicle's problem. These descriptions of noises will help you give accurate answers to questions about noises.
Description of Noise
Chuckle: Rapid noise, like a stck against spokes os a spinning bicycle wheel Clang: Heavy sound of metal to metal, like a gong
Groan: Continuous, low-pitched sound, like a person groaning, can be cyclical Growl: Low, guttural sound, like an angry dog
Click: Light sound, like a ball point pen being clicked Boom: Low, resonant sound, like a drum roll or distant thunder
Buzz: Low pitched sound, domething like a bee; usually associated with vibrations Chatter: Rapidly repeating metallic sound, like teeth chattering
Chirp: High-pitched, melodious sound that repeats rapidly, like a bird or once on the shift Grind: Abrasive sound, like a grinding wheel or sandpaper rubbing against wood
Hiss: Continuous sound like air escaping from a balloon Hum: Continuous sound at varying pitches,like a wire humming in the wind
Knock: Heavy, loud repeating sound, like a knock on a door Ping: similar to knock, but at a higher pitch
Rattle: A sound suggesting looseness, such as marbles rolling around in a can Roar: Deep, prolonged sound, like a lion's roar
Rumble: Low, heavy, continuous sound, like thunder Squeak: High-pitched sound, like rubbing a clean window
Squeal: Continuous, high-pitched sound, like chalk on blackboard Tap: Light, hammering sound, like tapping a pencil on a table
Whir: High Pitched, buzzing sound, like an electric drill or motor Whistle: Sharp, shrill sound, like a tin whistle

Does the sound change or disappear depending on:-
throttle opening. Which gear?
reverse N P
Thank you for your time and assistance