reverse gear will take 40 seconds

2001 NISSAN MAXIMA
130 MILES
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UCGJS
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The reverse gear on my 2001 Nissan Maxima occasionally will take 40 seconds or so before it goes into gear. Lately, the same thing happens when I try and go forward in the 1st to 2nd gear mode. But again, not always.

Question: What could be the cause? What is the remedy to fix the issue?
Jul 16, 2012 at 6:24 AM
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HMAC300
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check fluid level if you can and if fluid is brown get it replaced. your trans could be in teh early stages of failure. Or you may have a valve or seal hanging up or going bad.
Jul 16, 2012 at 6:52 AM
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