Slow drag when transmission is put into drive

2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
200,000 MILES
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SLEAK
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My car will drive in reverse but not go forward it has a slow drag when put into drive. what could be the problem?
Nov 29, 2019 at 3:49 AM
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KASEKENNY
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I am not sure what you mean when you say there is a slow drag when in drive but if you don't have forward gears this is most likely low fluid or a valve body issue. There is a chance that there is a cut seal inside the unit but let's start with the fluid.

Check the level and condition of the fluid and if it is low, top it off and let's see if that restores forward gears. If it does, then we need to service the unit.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission
Mar 17, 2021 at 4:17 PM
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